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Photo:Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

Creamy garlic skillet chicken with spinach recipe

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

A cozy skillet dinner means you’ll have a delicious meal and fewer dishes to clean up—sounds good to us! All of these dishes highlight chicken as one of the main ingredients. Plus, each meal provides at least15 grams of proteinper serving, which can helpsupport muscle repair and bone health and give your body energy. Another bonus? These recipes take no more than 30 minutes to make, so they’re perfect for busier evenings. You’ll want to whip up options like our Teriyaki Chicken Skillet Casserole with Broccoli and our Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza with Red Peppers, Chicken & Spinach, for a tasty dinner that will leave everyone satisfied.

01of 18Chicken & Asparagus Skillet Pasta with PestoFresh lemon juice, tangy sun-dried tomatoes and zippy pesto tie together the flavors in this quick and easy skillet meal. The 30-minute dinner is so versatile—you can use any quick-cooking protein or vegetable you have on hand and still have a delicious meal on busy weeknights.View Recipe

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Chicken & Asparagus Skillet Pasta with Pesto

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Fresh lemon juice, tangy sun-dried tomatoes and zippy pesto tie together the flavors in this quick and easy skillet meal. The 30-minute dinner is so versatile—you can use any quick-cooking protein or vegetable you have on hand and still have a delicious meal on busy weeknights.

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02of 18Teriyaki Chicken Skillet Casserole with BroccoliPhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel GrecoWhip up this quick and easy teriyaki chicken casserole in just one skillet—it’s the perfect go-to recipe for hectic weeknights that’s sure to satisfy a crowd. It’s ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand. If you’re short on leftovers, a rotisserie chicken paired with a package of microwaveable brown rice is a good substitute.View Recipe

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Teriyaki Chicken Skillet Casserole with Broccoli

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

a recipe photo of the Teriyaki Chicken Casserole with Broccoli

Whip up this quick and easy teriyaki chicken casserole in just one skillet—it’s the perfect go-to recipe for hectic weeknights that’s sure to satisfy a crowd. It’s ideal for making use of any leftover chicken and rice you have on hand. If you’re short on leftovers, a rotisserie chicken paired with a package of microwaveable brown rice is a good substitute.

03of 18Creamy Balsamic Chicken & Mushroom SkilletPhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh HoggleThe sauce in this creamy balsamic chicken and mushroom skillet recipe strikes the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. The shallots, garlic and thyme add aroma and flavor to the dish. Thin-cut chicken cutlets are key for getting dinner on the table quickly. If you can’t find chicken cutlets, make your own: Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about 8 ounces each. Slice them in half horizontally and pound to an even thickness.View Recipe

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Creamy Balsamic Chicken & Mushroom Skillet

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

a recipe photo of the Creamy Balsamic Chicken & Mushroom Skillet

The sauce in this creamy balsamic chicken and mushroom skillet recipe strikes the perfect balance of acidity and sweetness. The shallots, garlic and thyme add aroma and flavor to the dish. Thin-cut chicken cutlets are key for getting dinner on the table quickly. If you can’t find chicken cutlets, make your own: Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about 8 ounces each. Slice them in half horizontally and pound to an even thickness.

04of 18Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza with Red Peppers, Chicken & SpinachJason DonnellyWhirring up roasted red peppers with olive oil and garlic makes a tangy sauce that’s a nice alternative to classic pizza sauce.View Recipe

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Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza with Red Peppers, Chicken & Spinach

Jason Donnelly

Cast-Iron Skillet Pizza with Red Peppers, Chicken & Spinach

Whirring up roasted red peppers with olive oil and garlic makes a tangy sauce that’s a nice alternative to classic pizza sauce.

05of 18Chicken-&-Mushroom MarsalaFor the best flavor in this classic one-pan chicken dinner recipe use real Marsala wine, not the cooking-wine kind. Serve with mashed potatoes.View Recipe

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Chicken-&-Mushroom Marsala

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For the best flavor in this classic one-pan chicken dinner recipe use real Marsala wine, not the cooking-wine kind. Serve with mashed potatoes.

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Skillet Bruschetta Chicken

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

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07of 18Creamy Lemon & Dill Skillet ChickenPhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh HoggleThis creamy lemon and dill skillet chicken recipe is a true crowd-pleaser and makes for a perfect weeknight dinner. The drippings and fond from the pan are at the heart of the tangy, vibrant pan sauce that you serve with the chicken. Drizzle any extra over pasta, rice or mashed potatoes served on the side.View Recipe

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Creamy Lemon & Dill Skillet Chicken

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Overhead view of a skillet of Creamy Lemon & Dill Skillet Chicken recipe

This creamy lemon and dill skillet chicken recipe is a true crowd-pleaser and makes for a perfect weeknight dinner. The drippings and fond from the pan are at the heart of the tangy, vibrant pan sauce that you serve with the chicken. Drizzle any extra over pasta, rice or mashed potatoes served on the side.

08of 18Adobo Chicken & Kale EnchiladasPut out your favorite toppings for these quick and healthy layered enchiladas. We like cilantro, sour cream, guacamole and jalapeños.View Recipe

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Adobo Chicken & Kale Enchiladas

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Put out your favorite toppings for these quick and healthy layered enchiladas. We like cilantro, sour cream, guacamole and jalapeños.

09of 18Creamy Garlic Skillet Chicken with SpinachPhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel GrecoQuick-cooking chicken cutlets are coated in a garlic cream sauce, while spinach adds a boost of color and nutrition in this easy, one-skillet recipe.View Recipe

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Creamy Garlic Skillet Chicken with Spinach

Creamy garlic skillet chicken with spinach recipe

Quick-cooking chicken cutlets are coated in a garlic cream sauce, while spinach adds a boost of color and nutrition in this easy, one-skillet recipe.

10of 18Chicken FlorentineClassic chicken Florentine—creamy spinach served atop sautéed chicken cutlets—is a fast and easy meal. This skillet recipe is simple enough for weekdays but also elegant enough for a dinner party.View Recipe

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Chicken Florentine

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Classic chicken Florentine—creamy spinach served atop sautéed chicken cutlets—is a fast and easy meal. This skillet recipe is simple enough for weekdays but also elegant enough for a dinner party.

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Creamy Parmesan Garlic Mushroom Chicken

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12of 18Broccolini, Chicken Sausage & Orzo SkilletWe love this quick skillet meal for busy evenings. The sausage and orzo simmer together in chicken broth, resulting in a creamy, risotto-like dish in under 30 minutes.View Recipe

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Broccolini, Chicken Sausage & Orzo Skillet

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We love this quick skillet meal for busy evenings. The sausage and orzo simmer together in chicken broth, resulting in a creamy, risotto-like dish in under 30 minutes.

13of 18Weeknight Lemon Chicken Skillet DinnerPhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel GrecoA one-pan chicken dinner doesn’t get much easier, or more satisfying, than this one. In just half an hour, you can have a complete meal on the table that doesn’t require loads of dishes afterward. Serve this hearty chicken-and-potatoes dinner with a simple side salad to sneak in another serving of veggies.View Recipe

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Weeknight Lemon Chicken Skillet Dinner

Weeknight lemon chicken skillet dinner recipe, with red potatoes, lemon slices, green beans and chicken breasts in a blue skillet

A one-pan chicken dinner doesn’t get much easier, or more satisfying, than this one. In just half an hour, you can have a complete meal on the table that doesn’t require loads of dishes afterward. Serve this hearty chicken-and-potatoes dinner with a simple side salad to sneak in another serving of veggies.

14of 1820-Minute Creamy Skillet Chicken with Corn, Tomato & BasilJacob FoxThis saucy 20-minute chicken recipe features fresh summer corn, tomatoes and basil. Serve this light and tangy quick dinner over pasta or brown rice.View Recipe

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20-Minute Creamy Skillet Chicken with Corn, Tomato & Basil

Jacob Fox

20-minute creamy skillet chicken with corn, tomato & basil in a white sauté pan, placed atop of a round wooden serving board

This saucy 20-minute chicken recipe features fresh summer corn, tomatoes and basil. Serve this light and tangy quick dinner over pasta or brown rice.

15of 18Spicy Chicken and Snow Pea SkilletChock-full of nutrients, snow peas shine in this 20-minute, harissa-sauced, one-pot meal that feeds the whole family. Harissa is a North African hot chile paste—use just a teaspoon if you prefer a mild flavor.View Recipe

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Spicy Chicken and Snow Pea Skillet

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Chock-full of nutrients, snow peas shine in this 20-minute, harissa-sauced, one-pot meal that feeds the whole family. Harissa is a North African hot chile paste—use just a teaspoon if you prefer a mild flavor.

16of 18Skillet Sour Cream & Onion ChickenRachel MarekThis one-skillet dinner combines quick-cooking chicken cutlets with a creamy sauce of sliced onion and sour cream flavored with sherry. Fresh basil brightens up the dish.View Recipe

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Skillet Sour Cream & Onion Chicken

Rachel Marek

Skillet Sour Cream & Onion Chicken

This one-skillet dinner combines quick-cooking chicken cutlets with a creamy sauce of sliced onion and sour cream flavored with sherry. Fresh basil brightens up the dish.

17of 18Lemon-Thyme Roasted Chicken with FingerlingsLemon and thyme add a delicious burst of flavor to this roasted chicken and fingerling potatoes.View Recipe

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Lemon-Thyme Roasted Chicken with Fingerlings

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Lemon and thyme add a delicious burst of flavor to this roasted chicken and fingerling potatoes.

18of 18Chicken & Veggie FajitasTime to clean out the fridge? These versatile skillet chicken fajitas are designed to work with whatever vegetables you happen to have on hand. The key is to slice all the veggies to approximately the same size so they cook evenly.View Recipe

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Chicken & Veggie Fajitas

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Time to clean out the fridge? These versatile skillet chicken fajitas are designed to work with whatever vegetables you happen to have on hand. The key is to slice all the veggies to approximately the same size so they cook evenly.

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