17 fast chicken recipes our readers

April 26, 2026

Ryan Liebe for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews.

17 Easy, 30-Minute Chicken Recipes Our Readers Can’t Stop Making

Take a few minutes to scroll through our most popular recipes, and one thing is obvious: People really like chicken. Unsurprisingly, they’re especially fond of chicken recipes that promise a delicious meal in 30 minutes or less. And so, here are the easy weeknight chicken recipes our readers turn to again and again. Take a peek, and maybe you’ll find a new favorite (or two).

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