Get Dinner on the Table in Under 45 Minutes with These Quick Chicken Recipes

From browning bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs to creating a flavorful, aromatic sauce, this entire meal can be made in a cast-iron skillet in 40 minutes—and it's absolutely delicious.

Your family will love these spicy tacos, which feature a filling of ground chicken and warm spices like cumin, coriander, and minced chipotle in adobo sauce. Top the tacos with grated cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, and sour cream.

Whether you're feeling under the weather or just want a warm, nourishing dinner, this restorative soup should do the trick. The one-pot soup makes good use of store-bought ingredients and comes together with just 15 minutes of prep work.

This sweet, sour, and spicy chicken dish is made from start to finish in your favorite appliance: the Instant Pot. Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs add so much flavor and tenderness to our take on this classic Filipino dish.

We eat with our eyes first, and the bright colors in these fajitas are so appealing. Soft flour tortillas hold in roasted bell peppers, creamy avocados, diced tomatoes, and boneless, skinless chicken breast—all of which are cooked on one sheet pan.

Skip the fast-casual restaurant, and make your own burrito bowl at home. This one has all of the essential toppings—corn, cabbage slaw, avocados, a lime-cilantro marinade, and black beans.

Saltimbocca is Italian for "jump in the mouth," and we want to dig right in. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are butterflied and thinly pounded, topped with sage leaves, and wrapped in prosciutto, dredged in flour, and pan-fried until crisp.

Make a takeout-inspired dinner tonight. Oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar are mixed together, then added to cubes of sautéed chicken thighs, basil, shallots, and serrano chile peppers for a fresh take on weeknight stir-fry.

Here's an absolute classic chicken dish that you can prepare in just 40 minutes. In between butterflied chicken breasts are thin slices of Swiss cheese and ham, which is the ultimate combination.

Here's a one-pan chicken dinner that takes just 35 minutes. With a sauce made from chicken broth, cream cheese, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, and Parmigiano-Reggiano, it is so comforting and flavorful.

So much more exciting that the grilled chicken salad you're used to, this recipe combines charred boneless chicken breast halves with a combination of lime juice, garlic, and mint. They're served with watercress, radishes, and mangos.

Utilize chicken legs in this spicy, low-carb meal. They're roasted alongside chickpeas and red bell peppers, plus a sauce made from melted butter, hot sauce, and paprika.

Save buffalo chicken wings for game day and make this chicken sandwich for dinner—no frying needed! Instead, chicken cutlets are breaded with toasted panko breadcrumbs and then baked.

Look no further than this healthy chicken thigh recipe for a spectacular weeknight dinner. The fresh flavors from sautéed baby spinach with lemon zest and pea purée offers a taste of spring even in the dead of winter.

Who doesn't love this popular sweet-and-sour takeout dish? Our quick version uses boneless, skinless chicken thighs, which are juicy and tender. Serve with steamed broccoli and rice.

Quick, hearty, and easy to boot, you'll have this soup recipe on rotation through the winter. Chicken thighs cook with tomato sauce, white beans, and chipotle in adobo sauce.

In need of some serious comfort food? This creamy pasta dish made with boneless, skinless chicken thighs will hit the mark. White wine, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese create a rich sauce that coats each and every noodle.

If you love a one-pan dinner, then you'll love this fast, healthy one-skillet recipe. It's made with chicken breasts, which are baked with plum tomatoes and garlic, then topped with feta cheese and broiled.

The combination of unsweetened coconut milk and chicken broth makes the base for this fragrant soup featuring chicken thighs. Fresh ginger, lime juice, fish sauce, sliced Thai chiles, and cilantro add even more flavor.

Streamline weeknight dinner by using pre-made chicken stock, shredded rotisserie chicken, jarred salsa, and canned hominy. It's so easy and absolutely delicious.