60 Summer Chicken Recipes You Can Enjoy All Season Long

Seasoned chicken breast gets pan-seared until golden brown, smothered in a strawberry chipotle sauce, and topped with fresh strawberry-jalapeño salsa to create this playful, bright dish. Sweet-and-spicy lovers, this is bound to become your springtime go-to dinner.

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Tired of your same old Caesar salad? Add chicken and penne pasta to transform it into the BBQ side dish of your dreams.

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Glance at the ingredient list for this Caprese-inspired chicken saltimbocca recipe, and it reads like an all-star roster of deliciousness. Prosciutto and chicken? Present. Ciliegine (aka, tiny balls of mozzarella) and juicy cherry tomatoes? They're here too. Finally, the dynamic duo of basil leaves and balsamic vinegar take it OTT.

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The pineapple in this recipe doesn't just serve as a pretty serving vessel. Use the juice that pools at the bottom of your pineapple when scooping out the chunks to add a fresh and vibrant sweetness to the teriyaki sauce too.

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Chicken burgers are easy to throw together, making them the perfect any-night dinner. These are extra special thanks to chipotle chiles that give them a little extra kick and lots of flavor.

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Grilling fruit brings out all its juicy sweetness, and while you can always go the sweet route with your grilled peaches, they're just as good paired with this sweet and tangy balsamic chicken.

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If you can't get enough of the fresh flavors of bruschetta, get ready to meet your new favorite weeknight dinner. This chicken pasta—loaded with cherry tomatoes, basil, and Parm—brings the summer vibes every time it's served.

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We'd argue that our balance of add-ins here is the pinnacle, but once you nail the chicken and the dressing, you can feel free to spread your wings and give it your own personal flair. Whatever you add, chicken salad is just as perfect eaten on its own as it is piled on a croissant with a side of pasta salad at a BBQ, or dolloped on a bed of leafy greens at brunch.

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This recipe combines three things we love—Caprese, chicken, and foil packets—for a SUPER-easy and bright chicken dinner that only takes about 30 minutes to make. Whether you're throwing a BBQ or having a chill family meal, everyone will love them!

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With sweet strawberries, herby chicken, tangy feta, and crunchy pecans, this summer salad will make even so-called spinach haters fall in love after just one bite. This light and fresh salad lets sweet flavors shine, but is complemented by the sharp textures and flavors of our other ingredients.

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You don't really need a recipe to make this insanely popular Mexican dish, but if you're looking for some guidance, especially in cooking up some quick and easy chicken to stuff inside, this recipe won't let you down.

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This is a dish that evokes summer in a skillet, thanks to just-burst cherry tomatoes, kernels of sweet summer corn, and basil-smothered chicken. Serve the chicken breasts whole or remove them from the skillet and slice before serving.

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♫ California looove ...♫ Balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, honey, oil, and Italian seasoning come together here for a lovely marinade that goes perfectly with in-season tomatoes and creamy avocado.

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All the deliciousness of elote or esquites in taco form—and you don’t even have to fire up the grill. Oh, and did we mention you can get them on the table in 30 minutes?

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While we’re all about switching things up, when we want a tried-and-true perfect meal, we always go back to the chicken burrito bowl from Chipotle. It’s classic, reliable, and completely customizable depending on our mood. Best of all? It's SO easy to make at home too, just how you like it.

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This chicken fajita marinade is made with oil, garlic, lime zest and juice, cumin, chili powder, red pepper flakes, and salt. It transforms plain chicken breasts into juicy, flavorful strips that are perfect for folding into flour tortillas for taco nights all summer long.

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Grilled chicken breasts can be the epitome of boring—too often they're dried out or rubbery. But when soaked in a super-quick marinade with balsamic, brown sugar, and dried thyme, you're guaranteed deliciousness.

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Nothing beats a street taco—super-juicy, tender grilled meat in a quick grab-and-go format, typically made possible by doubling up two smaller corn tortillas. This makes them easier to eat on the side of the street, in the car, anywhere! They're no frills yet tend to be some of the most craveable tacos around.

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When the craving for satisfying comfort food meets the need for a straightforward weeknight dinner, chicken enchiladas are a guaranteed winner. They’re easy, filling, and take less than an hour to prepare from start to finish.

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An easy summer chicken dinner, these bowls combine nutritious powerhouses—brown rice, avocado, roasted asparagus, and sweet cherry tomatoes—with a creamy, herby goddess dressing (trust us, this stuff beats out the pre-packaged stuff any day).

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