17 top-rated chicken breast recipes

March 29, 2026

Christopher Testani for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews.

For Actually Good Chicken Breasts, Try One of Our Top-Rated Recipes

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are a weeknight lifesaver: They’re fuss-free, they cook quickly and their mild flavor works as a blank canvas, soaking up any marinades, seasonings or sauces they’re paired with. Here are 17 of our most popular boneless chicken breast recipes, most of which are ready in under an hour.

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