During Whole30 there are certain foods that become easy go-tos. Because you are eliminating so many things — grains, wheat, white starches, alcohol, dairy, and legumes — you need to have recipes that can be executed in a pinch, especially if you don't have time to hardcore prep.
Chicken is one of those things that can be dressed up pretty easily, baked in bulk for easy meal execution, and even baked directly from frozen for those nights when you totally forgot to take something out before you went to work (we've all been there and done that). It can be the star of the show or just an additive. And it can be prepared with so many things — from freshly squeezed citrus juices to some clarified butter and mint, you can have a pretty tasty meal without hassle and stress.
Check out some of these chicken meals for some inspiration.
Get the recipe: easy roasted chicken breast
Get the recipe: chicken tortilla-less soup
Get the recipe: whole30 pesto chicken pasta with zucchini noodles
Get the recipe: spaghetti squash pad thai (just add grilled chicken)
Get the recipe: slow-cooker paleo chicken pho with zoodles
Get the recipe: balsamic grilled chicken with caprese salad
Get the recipe: crispy quartered chicken with herb sauce
Get the recipe: sheet pan tandoori chicken and cauliflower
Get the recipe: instant pot creamy Tuscan chicken
Get the recipe: grilled Greek souvlaki chicken wings
Get the recipe: chicken soup with kale, sausage and sweet potatoes