Best 7 Chicken In A Hurry Recipes

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Craving a quick and easy chicken dish that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than our "Chicken in a Hurry" collection, where convenience meets culinary excellence. From the zesty and aromatic One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken to the creamy and comforting Chicken and Mushroom Skillet, these recipes are designed to tantalize your taste buds and save you time in the kitchen.

Indulge in the tangy goodness of our Asian-inspired Honey Garlic Chicken, where succulent chicken pieces are coated in a sticky-sweet sauce that's sure to satisfy your cravings. For a healthier option, try our Air Fryer Chicken Breast, which delivers crispy, juicy chicken without the added oil. And if you're short on time, our Speedy Chicken Stir-Fry has you covered with a vibrant medley of vegetables and a flavorful sauce that comes together in just 15 minutes.

But that's not all! Our "Chicken in a Hurry" collection also includes a delightful Chicken Teriyaki Bowl, where tender chicken is paired with a savory teriyaki sauce and served over fluffy rice. For a Tex-Mex twist, try our Chicken Fajita Pasta, which combines grilled chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a zesty fajita seasoning. And for a classic comfort food dish with a twist, our Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta is sure to hit the spot.

With these diverse and flavorful recipes, you'll never have to settle for boring chicken dinners again. Get ready to transform your weeknight meals into culinary adventures with our "Chicken in a Hurry" collection!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN IN A HURRY



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I cook meat and vegetables in my microwave all the time, but these stuffed chicken breasts are a stress-free favorite. Filled with chilies and cheese, they're a cinch to prepare. I like to serve them with sweet-and-sour or duck sauce on top. -Barbara Frasier, Fyffe, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3 tablespoons sharp American cheese spread
2 tablespoons chopped green chilies
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a small bowl, combine the butter, cheese spread, chilies, onion and salt. Spread 2 tablespoons on each chicken breast half; roll up and secure with toothpicks. Place melted butter and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls. Dip chicken rolls in butter, then coat with crumbs. , Place in a greased 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 1013mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

22-MINUTE COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY



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This 22-minute South Indian-inspired chicken dinner is based on takeout versions served at Manhattan's Curry Row.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     22-Minute Meals     Curry     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Chicken     Coconut     Ginger     Cashew     Spinach     Garlic     Takeout at Home

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (about 4 breasts or 7 thighs), cut into 1" cubes
2½ teaspoons mild curry powder
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons virgin coconut or vegetable oil (plus 2 teaspoons; optional)
½ medium onion, chopped
1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk (preferably full-fat)
1 (2½") piece ginger, peeled
4 garlic cloves, peeled
¼ cup raw cashews, chopped (optional)
1½ teaspoons yellow and/or black mustard seeds (optional)
5 ounces baby spinach
Cilantro leaves with tender stems and cooked rice or naan (Indian flatbread; for serving)

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with curry powder, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet (at least 12" in diameter) over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.
  • Purée coconut milk, ginger, and garlic in a blender until very smooth.
  • Add chicken and coconut milk mixture to skillet and cook, tossing occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and sauce has thickened, 7-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, if using, heat 2 tsp. oil in a small skillet over medium. Add cashews and mustard seeds and cook, stirring, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Immediately transfer mixture including the oil to a small bowl.
  • Fold spinach into chicken mixture and cook until wilted, about 1 minute. Divide among 4 bowls. Top with cilantro and cashew mixture, if using. Serve with rice or naan alongside.
  • Editor's note: This article has been updated as a part of our archive repair project.

CHICKEN HURRY



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This is a quick and easy dish to make. Great for potlucks, family dinners, or cold the next day with salad for a picnic. This sauce is also great on pork spare ribs. Serve hot with rice and salad.

Provided by MOM2112

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
½ cup ketchup
¼ cup water
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken pieces in a single layer in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the ketchup, water, brown sugar and dry soup mix. Carefully pour over the chicken, making sure that all of the pieces are covered.
  • Cover dish and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 170.3 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 42.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 796.9 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons salted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
1 sweet potato, peeled and finely diced
1 tablespoon curry powder
One 13.5-ounce can coconut milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons honey, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 rotisserie chicken, meat pulled and skin and bones discarded
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped, plus whole leaves, for garnish
A few dashes of hot sauce, such as sriracha
1/2 lime, juiced, plus 6 lime wedges, for serving
1/2 small mango, diced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, onion and sweet potato to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Sprinkle the curry powder over the vegetables and continue cooking for another minute. Reduce the heat to medium low and pour in the coconut milk and broth, stirring to combine. Mix in the honey and salt. Allow the sauce to heat up until gently simmering.
  • Add the chicken to the sauce, tossing to coat, and allow it to simmer until warmed through, about 3 minutes. Turn off the heat. Mix in the chopped cilantro, hot sauce and lime juice.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with mango cubes, cilantro leaves and lime wedges.

CHICKEN CURRY IN A HURRY



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon each coriander seeds, cumin seeds, mustard seeds
2 cups basmati rice, prepared according to package directions
3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil, 3 turns of the pan
1 1/3 to 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast tenders, diced
2 to 4 cloves garlic, minced, mild to extra spicy
1 to 2 inches fresh ginger root, minced or grated, mild to extra spicy
1 large yellow skinned onion, peeled and chopped
1 can chicken broth, about 2 cups
2 tablespoons curry paste, mild or hot
1/3 to 1/2 cup mincemeat
Coarse salt
2 tablespoons flour
4 scallions, chopped
1 cup toasted coconut
1/2 cup sliced almonds or Spanish peanuts
1 cup prepared mango chutney
1 /4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Prepare rice to package directions. For spicy rice, toast coriander, cumin and mustard seeds in the bottom of a medium saucepan in 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil. When seeds pop and you can smell seasonings, add water and prepare rice as directed.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large, deep nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and lightly brown. Remove chicken. To same pan, add garlic, ginger and onions and saute together for 3 to 5 minutes. Add flour and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add chicken broth to the pan and bring to a bubble. Add curry paste and mincemeat and reduce heat to medium low. Add chicken pieces back to the pan. Taste and add a little salt, if you feel it necessary. Simmer curry 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Assemble your toppings in small dishes. Serve curry in shallow bowls with scoops of rice or spiced Basmati. Garnish with any or all of your toppings.

CROCKPOT CHICKEN IN A HURRY



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I'm hoping to do more cooking, using the crockpot on days when I know I won't feel like making dinner. I found this recipe in Fix It and Forget It Recipes for Entertaining and decided to post it here as a reminder to give it a try. The cookbook credits Yvonne Boettger from Harrisonburg, VA as the source of the recipe.

Provided by karen

Categories     High Protein

Time 4h5m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 lbs skinless chicken pieces
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 1/4 ounces dry onion soup mix (use standard onion soup mix envelope)

Steps:

  • Place chicken at bottom of slow cooker.
  • Combine remaining ingredients and pour over chicken.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 4-5 hours, or on LOW for 7-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 82.7, Sodium 931, Carbohydrate 21.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 16.5, Protein 26.2

CHICKEN HURRY



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Make and share this Chicken Hurry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2-3 lbs cut-up chicken
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 (2 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Arrange chicken parts in a casserole dish.
  • In a small bowl combine the ketchup, water, sugar and soup mix.
  • Mix together well.
  • Spoon over chicken, making sure the sauce is on every piece.
  • Bake covered at 350F for one hour.

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. This will save you time and make the chicken cook more evenly.
  • Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces. This will help them cook quickly and evenly.
  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. This will help to add flavor to the chicken.
  • Cook the chicken in a hot skillet over medium-high heat. This will help to sear the chicken and lock in the juices.
  • Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. You can check to see if the chicken is cooked through by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Some popular sides for chicken include rice, pasta, vegetables, and salad.

Conclusion:

Chicken in a Hurry is a quick and easy recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a versatile recipe that can be customized to your liking. You can add different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a variety of different flavors. Chicken in a Hurry is a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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