Best 15 One Skillet Chicken Recipes

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Whether you're a busy weeknight cook or a culinary enthusiast looking for a simple yet satisfying meal, one-skillet chicken recipes offer a perfect balance of convenience and flavor. These recipes, true to their name, use just one skillet to cook both the chicken and its accompaniments, making them a breeze to prepare and clean up. From classic skillet-fried chicken with crispy skin to versatile chicken and vegetable stir-fries, the options are endless. Get ready to explore a world of one-skillet chicken recipes that will transform your dinner table into a symphony of flavors with minimal effort.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

ONE-SKILLET CHICKEN POT PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



One-skillet Chicken Pot Pie Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast, salt, pepper, white onion, garlic, yukon gold potato, frozen pea and carrot, butter, all-purpose flour, chicken broth, frozen prepared pie crust, egg

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
½ white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup yukon gold potato, cubed
2 cups frozen pea and carrot
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 frozen prepared pie crust, thawed
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a cast-iron skillet. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the meat is golden brown on the outside and no longer pink in the center. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C)
  • To the same skillet, add the onion and garlic. Sauté until translucent. Add the potato cubes and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add the peas and carrots and stir. Add the butter and allow it to melt. Sprinkle the flour on top, covering the vegetables, and quickly stir to avoid lumps. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil to thicken the sauce. Season with salt and pepper and remove from the heat.
  • Place the pie crust over the chicken and vegetable mixture and carefully seal along the edges of the skillet with your fingers. Brush the pastry with the egg, and cut 3 slits in the top to release steam. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1058 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 61 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 11 grams

EASY ONE-SKILLET CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CARROTS



Easy One-Skillet Chicken Thighs with Carrots image

Chicken thighs and carrots are cooked on top of the stove, making a hearty dish for any time of year, especially if you prefer not to heat up the oven. Serve with fresh broccoli, green peas, or a salad, along with some good bread to get every last drop of the tasty sauce.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 thigh, bone and skin removeds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
½ onion, cut in 1/2-inch thick slices
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons water, divided
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Blot chicken thighs with paper towels and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Melt butter with olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Place chicken thighs in the hot oil and cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the skillet and keep warm.
  • Add carrots, onion, and minced garlic to the same skillet, stirring to coat with pan drippings. Season with salt and pepper and cook for about 2 minutes. Nestle browned chicken thighs into the vegetables, pour wine and 2 tablespoons water over everything, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until carrots are fork-tender and chicken juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken and vegetables from the skillet with a slotted spoon.
  • Combine cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water in a small bowl, stirring to dissolve any lumps. Add slurry to the drippings in the skillet and bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over chicken pieces and vegetables and sprinkle with fresh parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 53.1 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 120.2 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ONE-SKILLET CHICKEN WITH BUTTERY ORZO



One-Skillet Chicken with Buttery Orzo image

Why use a bunch of pots and pans when fennel, orzo, and chicken can be cooked in one?

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Chicken     Dinner     One-Pot Meal     Orzo     Pasta     Fennel     Spring     Roast     Leek

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
6 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 pounds total), patted dry
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1 fennel bulb, chopped, plus fronds, chopped
1 leek, white and pale green parts only, chopped
8 ounces orzo
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Rain salt and then some pepper all over chicken. Heat 2 Tbsp. butter in a medium cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Nestle chicken, skin side down, in skillet in a single layer with no gaps (if you can't quite fit them all, wait until chicken shrinks slightly, then puzzle in the remaining pieces). Cook until meat is opaque around the edges and skin is deep golden brown, 6-8 minutes. Turn chicken skin side up and transfer skillet to oven; bake, uncovered, until chicken is cooked through, 10-15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • Set same skillet over medium; combine fennel bulb and leek in skillet and sprinkle in some salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until leek is looking golden around the edges, about 5 minutes. Add orzo and cook until pasta is darkened (it will take on a brown hue) to a nice nutty brown in spots and toasty smelling, about 3 minutes. Pour in wine and cook, stirring, until liquid is evaporated, about 1 minute. Add broth 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and letting broth absorb before adding more, until orzo is tender and broth is mostly absorbed but pan is not dry, 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat, Taste and add more salt and pepper to your liking; mix in lemon juice and remaining 1 Tbsp. butter, then chopped fennel fronds. Pile chicken on top and finish with lemon zest.

ONE-SKILLET ITALIAN CHICKEN, SPINACH, AND FARRO



One-Skillet Italian Chicken, Spinach, and Farro image

I make a similar dish with rice and decided to substitute it with farro. We all loved it! I serve this with a side of crusty bread with butter and a salad.

Provided by tcasa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cubed
½ cup onion, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 cup farro
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
6 ounces baby spinach
½ teaspoon basil
½ teaspoon dried parsley
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat and grease with cooking spray. Cook chicken and onion until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove chicken.
  • Pour chicken broth into skillet and bring to a boil. Stir in farro. Cover, reduce heat, and cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Return chicken to skillet. Stir in diced tomatoes with liquid, spinach, basil, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand for 3 to 5 minutes, covered.
  • Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.4 calories, Carbohydrate 82.7 g, Cholesterol 105.8 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 53 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1498.4 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

ONE-SKILLET SESAME CHICKEN THIGHS



One-Skillet Sesame Chicken Thighs image

This is a very good recipe for sesame chicken thighs. Serve with rice and a green vegetable.

Provided by JOSIE

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup chicken broth
⅓ cup soy sauce
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger root, minced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut in half
2 medium green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Mix chicken broth, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes together in a large skillet over medium heat. When mixture starts to sizzle, add chicken and bring to a boil.
  • Turn down the heat and let simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken to a serving platter, leaving remaining sauce in the skillet.
  • Turn heat to high and cook until sauce becomes a thick glaze. Remove from heat and pour over chicken. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 1031.5 mg, Sugar 12 g

ONE-SKILLET CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA



One-Skillet Chicken Fajita Pasta image

You can have this quick, easy fajita pasta on the table in no time. We love the kicked-up Southwestern flavor, and I like being able to make the whole meal in my cast-iron skillet. I sometimes garnish it with crushed corn chips. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 envelope fajita seasoning mix, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente., Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and 4-1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning; cook and stir until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and keep warm., Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet. Add onion, green pepper and remaining 4-1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning. Cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from pan., In the same skillet, add broth, diced tomatoes, green chiles, cream and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Return macaroni, chicken and vegetables to skillet; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 1304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

ONE-SKILLET CRISPY CHICKEN THIGHS



One-Skillet Crispy Chicken Thighs image

A delicious, easy, one-skillet meal of juicy chicken with crispy skin. Thighs are almost impossible to overcook, and the sauce appeals to almost any palate. Use the sauce as is or thicken with a roux to make a gravy. Serve with rice.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 stick butter, softened
1 large shallot, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, crushed
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
1 ½ tablespoons red wine
1 tablespoon white sugar
6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, excess fat trimmed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Mix butter, shallot, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until melted, about 1 minute. Add soy sauce, wine, and sugar; mix well.
  • Pat chicken completely dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet until shimmering. Arrange thighs skin-side down in the skillet. Brown in batches until crispy enough to release from the pan, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  • Spoon some of the butter mixture onto the skinless side of the thighs. Flip over and pour the rest of the mixture around the thighs, avoiding the skins. Add chicken stock slowly until about 3/4 of the way up the thighs. Scrape up browned bits into the sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 40 to 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 111.2 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 850 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

ONE-PAN CHICKEN PARMESAN AND VEGGIE SKILLET RECIPE BY TASTY



One-pan Chicken Parmesan and Veggie Skillet Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: all-purpose flour, salt, ground black pepper, large egg, plain breadcrumbs, olive oil, boneless, skinless chicken breast, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, eggplant, crushed tomato, fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh basil

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
1 large egg
2 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast
½ teaspoon minced garlic, about 1 small clove
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ cups eggplant, diced, (about half a small eggplant)
1 cup crushed tomato, with juice
1 slice fresh mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190˚C).
  • Combine flour with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper in a wide bowl. Crack egg into another bowl, whisk it, and place breadcrumbs into a third bowl.
  • Coat chicken in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs.
  • Heat 1½ teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breast until crispy and golden, about 3 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  • Add remaining olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, and eggplant to pan and cook until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add remaining salt, pepper, and crushed tomatoes. Remove pan from heat, top with chicken breast, and place mozzarella on top.
  • Bake until cheese is melted, about 12 minutes.
  • Garnish with chopped basil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 747 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 67 grams, Sugar 16 grams

ONE SKILLET INSIDE-OUT CHICKEN CORDON BLEU



One Skillet Inside-Out Chicken Cordon Bleu image

No fuss, big taste, one skillet and 30 minutes is all you need to make our One Skillet Inside-Out Chicken Cordon Bleu with chicken breasts, sliced Swiss cheese and deli ham slices.

Provided by By Sarah Caron

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper
2 eggs
1 cup Progresso™ Italian style panko crispy bread crumbs (half 8-oz box)
1 lb thin sliced chicken breasts, rinsed, patted dry
8 very thin slices Swiss cheese (about 1/2 oz each)
4 slices deli cooked ham

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In 10-inch ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Meanwhile, in shallow bowl, stir together flour, salt and pepper. In second shallow bowl, beat egg. In third shallow bowl, place bread crumbs.
  • When oil is hot, coat all sides of each chicken breast slice with flour mixture, then egg and bread crumbs. Place in skillet; cook 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. If necessary, cook in 2 batches.
  • Once all chicken is golden, arrange all slices in skillet. Place 1 cheese slice on each chicken breast slice. Top each with 1 ham slice and second cheese slice.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until cheese is hot, bubbly and golden brown, and chicken is no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

ONE-SKILLET CHICKEN BURRITO BOWLS



One-Skillet Chicken Burrito Bowls image

My chicken burrito bowl features chicken, Knorr® Rice Sides™, black beans, cheese and fresh pico de gallo!

Provided by Sweet Life

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Knorr®

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
¼ cup diced onion
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (5.4 ounce) package Knorr® Fiesta Sides™ - Mexican Rice
1 (15 ounce) can reduced-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
½ cup pico de gallo

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil over medium high heat; add onions and cook and stir until they start to soften, 3 or 4 minutes.
  • Season diced chicken with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt. Add chicken to pan and cook over medium high heat until chicken has started to brown, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken from pan.
  • Use remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to prepare Knorr® rice sides™ as directed on package. Stir in cooked chicken, black beans .and Monterrey jack cheese; heat through. Top with fresh pico de gallo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 10.1 g, Protein 42.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 440.6 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

ONE SKILLET CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE



One Skillet Cheesy Chicken and Rice image

This is delicious! A bit on the spicy side, but very tolerable. This is a VERY easy dish to make, and only dirties one skillet...hardly any clean up! I

Provided by saucysteph

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons butter
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-2-inch pieces
1/2 medium yellow onion
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 cups white rice
1 cup mild enchilada sauce
2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pinch red pepper flakes (more if you like hotter foods)
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
sour cream (optional)
chopped cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add onions, garlic and chicken. Stir occasionally. Cook for 4-5 minutes until chicken cooked almost all the way through.
  • Add rice and toast for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add chicken stock, enchilada sauce, cumin, red pepper flakes and salt.
  • Bring to boil, reduce heat to low and cover with a tight fitting lid.
  • Cook, covered, 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Turn off heat.
  • Spread cheese over the top, replace cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Top with sour cream and chopped cilantro when serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714.1, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 15.6, Cholesterol 143.6, Sodium 1461.5, Carbohydrate 69, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 44

SKILLET PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI - ONE DISH!



Skillet Penne With Chicken and Broccoli - One Dish! image

Make and share this Skillet Penne With Chicken and Broccoli - One Dish! recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Liz Beginner Cook

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 1 bowl, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into 1-inch pieces
salt and pepper, dash
3 tablespoons butter
1 minced onion
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces penne
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 lbs broccoli florets, cut into one inch pieces
1 red pepper, sliced into 1/4 inch thick pieces
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Pat the chicken dry, then season with salt and pepper. Melt 1 tablespook of the butter in a 12 inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until it is lightly browned but not fully cooked, about 4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a bowl.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 more tablespoon of the butter, onion, red peppers, red pepper flakes, oregano and the 1/2 tsp salt to the skillet. Cook until onion is softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 15 seconds.
  • Sprinkle the penne (uncooked) evenly into the skillet. Pour the broth and cream over the ziti. Cover and bring to a boil, about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the broccoli. Cover and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta begins to soften and the broccoli turns bright green, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir in the chicken and any accumulated juices. Cover and continue to simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the remaining 1 tbsp butter and the parmesan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 881.1, Fat 38.6, SaturatedFat 20.9, Cholesterol 196.4, Sodium 1623.8, Carbohydrate 81.3, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 4.1, Protein 57

ONE SKILLET CHICKEN SUPPER



One Skillet Chicken Supper image

Variation for this is good also: Southwestern flavor: substitute black beans for green beans and corn for carrots.

Provided by Amy Borne

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 boneless chicken breasts
2 Tbsp oil
1/2 c onions chopped
1 can(s) (14 ounce) french-style green beans
1 can(s) (14 ounce) chopped tomatoes with chilies
1 can(s) (14 ounce) sliced carrots
1 large potato cut into 3/4 inch cubes
1 c uncooked rice
1 c water
1/2 c shredded cheese
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cut chicken into bite size pieced. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and onion. Saute' for about 3 minutes
  • 2. Add green beans, carrots, tomatoes with chilies, potato, rice, salt and pepper to skillet. Mix gently
  • 3. Pour water over top of chicken mixture. Cook covered over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until potatoes and rice are tender.

ONE SKILLET MEXICAN CHICKEN



One Skillet Mexican Chicken image

This is my family's go-to meal when we want something quick and delicious. The best part of all is there is only one pan to clean. We use La Victoria Hot Salsa, but any salsa works great. You can eat this dish alone or put it in tortillas for burritos.

Provided by Little Everyday Thi

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 burritos, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb chicken breast tenders
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix, Lawry's
1 cup salsa
2 cups water
2 cups Minute brown rice
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
tortilla (optional)

Steps:

  • In a deep skillet combine chicken tenders, taco seasoning packet, salsa and water and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Remove lid and stir in rice and beans and bring back to a boil.
  • Then reduce heat and cook on low for 5 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Top with sour cream and cheddar cheese.
  • To use as burrito filling reduce water by 1/2 cup.

ONE SKILLET CHICKEN WITH LEMON GARLIC CREAM SAUCE RECIPE - (4.2/5)



One Skillet Chicken with Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by garciamoss

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 chicken breasts, boneless skinless (or thighs)
Salt and pepper
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/3 cup shallots, finely diced (or red onions)
2 tablespoons salted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons parsley or basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Using a mallet, pound down the chicken breasts/thighs into ½ inch thickness. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides of the chicken. In a 2 cup measuring cup or a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat the oven to 375ºF. Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium high heat. Add the chicken and allow to brown on both sides for 2-3 minutes per side. Don't worry if the chicken isn't cooked completely, we'll finish it in the oven. Remove the chicken to a plate. Reduce the flame to medium, add the shallots to the skillet along with the chicken broth mixture. Using a whisk, scrape the bottom of the pan so all the brown bits are loosened. Let sauce reduce for about 8-10 minutes or until about ⅓ cup of the sauce remains. When the sauce has thickened, remove from the flame, add the butter and whisk until it melts completely. With the skillet off the flame, add the heavy cream, whisk to combine. Place the skillet back over the flame for just 30 seconds, DO NOT allow the sauce to boil. Remove from heat, add the chicken back into the pan and drizzle the sauce over the chicken. Place the skillet in the oven for 5-8 minutes or until the chicken is completely cooked through. Top with chopped parsley or basil and serve warm with additional lemon slices.

Tips:

  • Use a well-seasoned skillet: This will help prevent the chicken from sticking and ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Sear the chicken over high heat: This will create a crispy, flavorful crust.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the chicken through: This will help to ensure that the chicken is cooked through without drying out.
  • Add vegetables and other ingredients towards the end of cooking: This will help to prevent them from becoming overcooked.
  • Season the dish to taste: Use salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to create a flavorful dish.

Conclusion:

One-skillet chicken recipes are a quick, easy, and delicious way to get dinner on the table. With a little planning, you can create a variety of flavorful and satisfying dishes. So next time you're short on time, give one of these recipes a try.

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