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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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)
Provided by garciamoss
Number Of Ingredients 11
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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