25 Tasty, Easy One-Pan Chicken Recipes

When dinner time rolls around and the last thing you want is a mountain of dishes, one-pan chicken recipes are the answer. These easy dinners include everything from sheet-pan suppers to cozy casseroles to slow cooker meals. One-pot meals utilize a bit of careful planning to create a tasty, simple chicken dinner that can be on the table before you know it.

Tender chicken and autumn vegetables all cook together in one skillet for a cozy dinner. Sweet squash, earthy herbs and juicy chicken thighs combine with a tangy balsamic reduction to make a simple, satisfying meal.

This dump-and-go dinner is exactly what it sounds like. Chicken, tortillas, beans, frozen corn and cheese come together in one baking dish for a Tex-Mex meal with minimal prep. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly then add your favorite toppings.

Yes, you can cook chicken straight from frozen, and this recipe proves it. The Instant Pot turns lemony chicken and tender orzo into a cozy, complete meal in record time. It’s the ultimate backup plan for nights when dinner’s needed in a flash.

Juicy chicken breasts roast alongside tomatoes and finish with melty mozzarella and fresh basil. Everything cooks together on a single sheet pan, keeping cleanup refreshingly simple. A side of crusty bread is perfect for mopping up the yummy pan juices.

Drawing on traditional biryani dishes, this skillet chicken and rich dish is full of flavorful without creating a sink full of dishes. Preserved lemon adds brightness and depth to the finished dish, along with olives and a good amount of dry spices.

Spicy, creamy and deeply comforting, this pasta cooks entirely in one pot. The chicken seasons the same as everything simmers together. The pasta absorbs the sauce as it cooks to a tender al dente, ensuring every bite is as flavorful as it gets.

This spatchcock chicken supper roasts everything together for a juicy bird and perfectly browned veggies with just one sheet to clean. Ask your butcher to prep the chicken if you’re intimidated by the carving process yourself. This prep method helps to cook the chicken evenly so it can crisp without overcooking, all before the vegetables can turn to mush.

This Filipino-inspired chicken adobo simmers chicken in a tangy, savory mix of soy sauce, vinegar, and aromatics, all in one pot. As it cooks, the sauce reduces into a deeply flavorful, glossy liquid that begs to be poured over rice.

This classic skillet dinner delivers tender chicken in a rich, creamy sauce threaded with wilted baby spinach and mushrooms. The entire dish comes together in one pan, making simple and quick. Serve it with bread or rice to soak up the sauce.

This simplified version of coq au vin brings classic French flavor to the weeknight. Chicken simmers with wine, mushrooms and herbs, creating a rich, cozy sauce with minimal effort. It’s elegant enough for guests but easy enough for any night of the week.

Swapping canned tomatoes for green chiles and the ground beef for shredded chicken transforms your typical chili into a comforting white chicken chili. The chicken simmers slowly with beans and warming spices in a large Dutch oven. Top with shredded cheese, chopped cilantro and a squeeze of tangy lime juice.

This skillet version of chicken Parmesan keeps everything streamlined without sacrificing flavor. Artichokes add a briny contrast to the cheesy, tomato-rich sauce. It’s a classic comfort dish made weeknight-friendly.

This Greek lemon chicken and orzo casserole bakes in one dish for bright, Mediterranean-inspired comfort. Tender chicken, tangy lemon and savory herbs mingle with orzo as it bakes into a cozy, all-in-one meal. It’s sunshine on your dinner table without the hassle.

These sheet-pan chicken fajitas bring juicy, seasoned chicken and crisp peppers together on one tray for easy weeknight flavor. Everything roasts at once, so dinner comes together fast and cleanup stays light. Line the sheet pan with foil for even less dishes to deal with.

A slow-cooker helps to make traditional chicken mole in a weeknight-friendly way. Chicken breasts and thighs simmers all day in a rich, slightly smoky sauce studded with chiles, ground nuts and chocolate. Pair it with charred tortillas and a crisp radish salad.

Sweet and savory flavors shine in this one-pan caramel chicken dish. Start by browning bone-in chicken thighs, then remove it to the side to make the caramel sauce. Instead of using a separate pan, cook the sauce down in the same skillet to make this a simple, one-pot dinner.

The multi-functional Instant Pot creates bold flavor with minimal dishes. Lemon, olives and herbs infuse tender chicken with bright, savory Mediterranean vibes in minutes. Once everything is prepped and added, the pressure cooks the chicken in just 10 minutes.

Tender chicken cooks low and slow in a creamy mushroom sauce you will swoon over. This set-and-forget slow cooker meal delivers big comfort. Serve it with cooked noodles, if you have them, or just a side of crusty bread.

Rotisserie chicken, microwavable brown rice and trimmed veggies help to make a quick, healthy meal. Warm Moroccan spices and toasted pine nuts give it a cozy, global flair. It’s perfect for nights when you want big flavor with less cleaning.

Pick up a package of frozen riced cauliflower to keep the cleanup extra light in this skillet recipe. Instead of rice, this recipe keeps things low-carb by using the cauliflower to create a fried “rice" full of chicken and veggies. It’s light, satisfying, and leaves you without a mountain of dishes.

This clever meal turns pantry staples into a cozy, slurp-able meal. Combine instant ramen noodles, scallion cream cheese, milk, shredded chicken and a bag of frozen broccoli in a large baking dish. After a spin in the oven, the noodles will be tender and surrounded in a luxuriously creamy sauce.

Corn, squash and tender chicken all finish together in a single skillet with smoky, summer flavors. Cooking the skillet on a grill next to a homemade smoke box ensures that the entire dish gets kissed with wood-burning flavor. Crushed corn nuts, chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of Parmesan seal the deal on this delicious chicken stew.

Chicken slowly braises in beer for deep, rich flavor using just one pot. The sauce reduces into a savory stew. For best results, opt for a brown ale, though a mild lager works in a pinch and keeps the flavors bright.

This quick curry proves bold flavor doesn’t have to take all day. Rotisserie chicken and diced sweet potato simmers in a fragrant sauce for a fast, healthy meal. Enjoy as a stew or serve with steamed rice.