13 Creative Chicken Dinners That Can Be Made in 30 Minutes or Less

Whether you have a picky eater on your hands or just happen to be a family who loves chicken at dinner, don't get stuck serving the same boring meals. Break out of your mealtime rut by adding variety to your chicken meals without dedicating extra time in the kitchen. With these 13 recipes, it's possible to spend less energy making dinner and more time around the table enjoying it as a family.

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Rosemary Chicken Under a "Brick"
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Rosemary Chicken Under a "Brick"

Jessica Seinfeld says this rosemary chicken under a "brick" is an all-time family favorite because it is "crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside." Plus, it doesn't hurt that this meal can be prepped and served in under 30 minutes!

02
Easy Chicken Nuggets
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Easy Chicken Nuggets

Give your kids the meal they love in a timely manner without going near the freezer. With this straightforward recipe, you can make restaurant-worthy chicken nuggets in record time.

03
"No Work" Chicken
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"No Work" Chicken

If you're in need of a recipe that involves little to no effort, look no more because this dinner is everything that you could want!

04
Middle Eastern Chicken Burgers
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Middle Eastern Chicken Burgers

Spice up your standard chicken dinners with this flavorful recipe for Middle Eastern chicken burgers that doesn't require any additional time in the kitchen.

05
Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry
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Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry

With only a 30-minute commitment and tons of flavor thanks to the honey and garlic combination, this chicken and broccoli stir-fry will please both parents and their kiddos.

06
Honey Garlic Chicken
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Honey Garlic Chicken

After one taste of this supereasy dish, it will immediately earn a distinguished place in your dinner rotation.

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Chicken Asparagus Stir-Fry
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Chicken Asparagus Stir-Fry

When you stir-fry hearty chicken with asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and toasted almonds, you get a satisfying and healthy meal with minimal effort.

09
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
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Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

This flavorful dinner is a lighter option that will leave everyone blown away.

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Sriracha Almond-Crusted Chicken Caprese Salad
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Sriracha Almond-Crusted Chicken Caprese Salad

This pleasing meal allows you to get out of your chicken dinner rut without having to commit a ton of extra time to the cause.

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Tuscan Chicken Skillet
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Tuscan Chicken Skillet

While it might taste like you spent all day putting together this delicious dinner, it's actually a one-pan meal that's just as speedy to clean up as it is to make!

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Chicken Lettuce Wraps
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Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Your kids will love making their own wraps and getting to eat with their hands just as much as you love how much time this healthy option ends up saving you.

13
Oven-Fried Chicken Tenders
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Oven-Fried Chicken Tenders

With a Cheerios and parmesan coating and served with a side of honey mustard for hearty dipping, these delicious chicken tenders will keep your dinner table eerily quiet as everyone chows down.