10+ Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Recipes You’ll Love Trying

Boneless skinless chicken breasts are such a go-to for quick, tasty dinners. They’re easy to cook and soak up all sorts of flavors—no wonder people love them.

You can whip up a delicious meal with very little effort or time, honestly.

If you’re new to cooking or just bored with your usual chicken routine, this list might spark some fresh ideas.

You’ll find different ways to cook chicken breast, with flavors that fit your mood and schedule.

Ingredients

• Boneless skinless chicken breasts
• Salt
• Pepper
• Olive oil

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high.
4. Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
5. Transfer to oven and bake 15-20 minutes, until internal temp hits 165°F (74°C).
6. Let rest a few minutes before serving.

1) Honey Garlic Chicken Breast with a 5-ingredient sauce

This Honey Garlic Chicken Breast is one of those weeknight saviors. You only need five ingredients for the sauce, and it comes together in about 12 minutes.

Cook the chicken breast until it’s golden and juicy, then pour over the sweet, garlicky sauce. The flavors just work—trust me.

You can serve this with rice or some steamed veggies if you want to round it out.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Cooking Instructions

1. Heat a pan over medium.
2. Cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side until golden and done (165°F/74°C inside).
3. Mix honey, garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar in a bowl.
4. Pour sauce over chicken in the pan.
5. Simmer for 2 minutes, coating well.
6. Serve hot.

Want more details? Here’s the honey garlic chicken recipe.

2) Baked Chicken Breasts seasoned with butter and herbs

Baked chicken breasts with butter and herbs are just classic comfort food. The butter keeps things moist, and the herbs—think rosemary, thyme, parsley—make it taste fresh.

Spread garlic butter on the chicken, sprinkle with your favorite herbs, then add salt and pepper. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes.

This is a quick method and works for sandwiches, salads, or just as your main dish. Butter and herbs make it taste like you put in way more effort than you did.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 3 tablespoons butter, softened
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread butter mixture over chicken.
4. Place chicken in baking dish.
5. Bake 25–30 minutes, until cooked through (165°F/74°C inside).
6. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

3) Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken with cream cheese

Slow cooker ranch chicken with cream cheese is one of those dump-and-go meals. Just toss chicken breasts in the crockpot, add ranch seasoning, and top with cream cheese.

As it cooks, the cream cheese melts into a rich sauce with the ranch spices. The chicken gets super tender.

Serve this with rice, potatoes, or veggies. It’s creamy, comforting, and honestly, kind of addictive.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix
• 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
• 1 cup chicken broth

Cooking Instructions

1. Pour broth into slow cooker.
2. Place chicken on top.
3. Sprinkle ranch mix over chicken.
4. Add cubed cream cheese on top.
5. Cover and cook on low 6-7 hours or high 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender (165°F/74°C inside).
6. Stir before serving.

4) Chipotle Lime Honey Marinated Chicken

Chipotle Lime Honey Chicken is all about bright, bold flavors. Lime gives it a kick, honey adds sweetness, and chipotle brings a smoky heat.

Marinate chicken breasts in lime juice, honey, chipotle peppers, garlic, and a bit of olive oil. The flavors really soak in.

After marinating, grill, bake, or pan-cook the chicken. It cooks fast and stays juicy.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons honey
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Whisk honey, lime juice, chipotle, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Marinate chicken in the mix for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
3. Preheat grill or oven to 375°F (190°C).
4. Cook chicken 6-8 minutes per side or until 165°F (74°C) inside.
5. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

5) Chicken Marsala with mushrooms and wine sauce

Chicken Marsala is a classic for a reason. You pan-fry chicken breasts until golden, then make a rich sauce with Marsala wine and mushrooms.

The mushrooms add earthiness, and the wine gives the sauce a hint of sweetness. This comes together surprisingly fast.

Serve with pasta or mashed potatoes if you want to make it a full meal.

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms (cremini or baby bella)
• 1/2 cup Marsala wine
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
2. Season with salt and pepper, dredge in flour.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium.
4. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked.
5. Remove chicken, set aside.
6. Add butter and mushrooms; cook until soft.
7. Pour in Marsala and broth, scraping the pan.
8. Simmer sauce to thicken a bit.
9. Return chicken to pan, coat with sauce.
10. Serve hot.

6) Chicken Bulgogi Korean-style grilled chicken

Chicken Bulgogi is a Korean dish that’s sweet, savory, and a little addictive. Marinate chicken breast in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a touch of sugar.

Once marinated, grill or pan-cook the chicken. The marinade keeps it juicy and bursting with flavor.

Serve with rice and steamed veggies. It’s a simple way to bring Korean flavors to your table.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon gochujang (optional for spice)
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Cooking Instructions

1. Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, gochujang, and green onion.
2. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
3. Heat grill or skillet over medium-high.
4. Cook chicken 4-5 minutes per side or until 165°F / 74°C inside.
5. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to finish.

7) Classic Chicken Cordon Bleu with ham and cheese

Chicken Cordon Bleu feels a bit fancy, but you can totally make it at home. Pound chicken breasts thin, layer with ham and Swiss, then roll them up.

Coat the rolls in breadcrumbs for a crispy crust. Bake at 375°F (190°C) until golden and cooked through.

Serve with salad or steamed veggies if you’re feeling balanced.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 4 slices ham
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Pound chicken breasts thin.
3. Place ham and cheese on each, then roll up.
4. Beat egg in a bowl.
5. Dip each roll in egg, then breadcrumbs.
6. Place on baking sheet.
7. Bake 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked.

8) Juicy Oven-Baked Chicken Breasts with olive oil and shallots

Olive oil and shallots make baked chicken surprisingly juicy. Coat chicken breasts in olive oil to keep them tender.

Add thinly sliced shallots on top. They soften and add a subtle sweetness as the chicken cooks.

Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 20-25 minutes. Let the chicken rest a few minutes before slicing.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 shallots, thinly sliced
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C).
2. Brush chicken with olive oil.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Place shallot slices on top.
5. Bake 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
6. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

9) Shredded Chicken Tacos with seasoned slow-cooked chicken

Making shredded chicken tacos is surprisingly easy. Grab some boneless, skinless chicken breasts and toss them in a slow cooker.

Add taco seasoning, salsa, and a handful of simple spices. Let the chicken cook low and slow until it turns tender and packed with flavor.

After several hours, use forks to shred the chicken right in the pot. Scoop the seasoned chicken into taco shells.

Top with whatever you’re craving—maybe cilantro, a squeeze of lime, or a sprinkle of cheese. That’s it, really.

Ingredients

• 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• Optional: lime juice and fresh cilantro

Cooking Instructions

1. Place chicken breasts and chopped onion in slow cooker.
2. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken.
3. Pour salsa on top.
4. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
5. Shred chicken with two forks inside the slow cooker. Mix well.
6. Add lime juice and cilantro if you like before serving.

Find more details on slow cooker chicken tacos.

10) Miso Maple Glazed Chicken Cubes

Miso maple glazed chicken cubes are a sweet and savory treat. Miso brings a deep, salty punch, while maple syrup smooths things out with a little sweetness.

Cut your chicken breast into bite-sized cubes. Mix them with miso paste and maple syrup, and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

After that, bake or cook the cubes until they turn golden and cooked through. You can eat them as is, or toss them with rice and veggies if you want a full meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes
• 1/4 cup white miso paste
• 1/4 cup maple syrup

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. In a bowl, mix together the miso paste and maple syrup.

3. Toss in the chicken cubes. Make sure you coat them all evenly.

4. Let them marinate for about 30 minutes.

5. Arrange the cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6. Slide the tray into the oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes.

7. Flip the chicken halfway through so it cooks evenly.

8. Check if the chicken’s cooked all the way through. Serve when ready.

If you want more details, check out the miso maple recipe at Crenn Recipes.