Healthy Summer Chicken Recipes for Dinner

Kick off your summer evenings with these Healthy Summer Chicken Recipes for Dinner. Perfect for warm weather, these dishes are light, flavorful, and packed with fresh ingredients that celebrate the season. Whether you’re grilling outdoors, enjoying a quick weeknight meal, or hosting a backyard gathering, these chicken recipes will delight your taste buds and keep your dinners nutritious and satisfying.

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Chicken and Zucchini Pasta

Enjoy a vibrant and nutritious meal with Chicken and Zucchini Pasta. This dish combines tender chicken pieces with fresh zucchini and al dente pasta, all tossed in a light and flavorful sauce. It’s a perfect balance of protein and vegetables, making it an ideal choice for a healthy summer dinner.

Chicken and Zucchini Pasta

Craving zucchini and chicken pasta? This is the recipe you need to try. Enjoy crafting this delightful meal that's just perfect for any day of the week.

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Chicken and Cherry Tomato Pasta

Bursting with the sweetness of cherry tomatoes and the savory goodness of chicken, this Chicken and Cherry Tomato Pasta is a delightful summer favorite. The air fryer speeds up the meal prep, ensuring a quick and delicious dinner that’s perfect for busy evenings or relaxed weekends.

Chicken and Cherry Tomato Pasta

My air fryer has sped up my meal prep so that now I can make lunch in literally 15 minutes! Of course, you can also prepare this pasta with zucchini and chicken without an air fryer. Just prepare everything in a skillet or in the oven and that's it!

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Easy Cold Chicken Pasta Salad

Refresh your palate with Easy Cold Chicken Pasta Salad, featuring caramelized onions that add a unique aroma and sweetness to the dish. Whether served chilled or warm, this versatile salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a simple weeknight meal.

Easy Cold Chicken Pasta Salad

This cold chicken and pasta salad is particularly delicious because of the addition of caramelized onions, which add a unique aroma and sweetness to the dish. You can serve the salad cold or warm, as you prefer. The recipe is easy and fun to make!

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Chicken Thigh Piccata

Savor the rich flavors of Chicken Thigh Piccata, where juicy chicken thighs are cooked in a hearty chicken stock-based sauce with capers and lemon. This one-pot meal is both comforting and elegant, making it a standout choice for any dinner occasion.

Chicken Thigh Piccata

Chicken Thigh Piccata is the best meal I had lately! The meat is super juicy, crusty, and drenched in hearty chicken stock-based sauce. The special touch are definitely capers, that add the signature briny note, while lemon adds tang and tenderizes the chicken. Piccata is a simple, one-pot meal, so I couldn't gatekeep this amazing recipe!

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Chicken Tortilla Wrap for Lunch

Perfect for a quick and tasty meal, the Chicken Tortilla Wrap combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables and flavorful sauces, all wrapped in a soft tortilla. It’s an excellent option for lunch on the go or a satisfying dinner after a long day.

Chicken Tortilla Wrap for Lunch

This Chicken Tortilla Wrap is a tasty and convenient meal that’s perfect for lunch or a quick dinner. Give it a try—you’ll love how easy it is to make and how delicious it tastes! It’s perfect for busy days, picnics, or whenever you need a satisfying meal on the go.

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Soy Sauce Chicken Wok with Rice

Delight in the savory goodness of Soy Sauce Chicken Wok with Rice. This simple and flavorful dish features tender chicken stir-fried with vegetables in a rich soy sauce, served over fluffy rice. It’s a comforting and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare any night of the week.

Soy Sauce Chicken Wok with Rice

This simple soy sauce chicken wok with rice is a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for any day of the week. Give it a try—you’ll love how easy it is to make and how delicious it tastes, whether for a quick family dinner or impressing guests with your cooking skills!

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Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Bring vibrant flavors to your table with Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas. These fajitas are bursting with seasoned chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions, all cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Serve them with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings for a delicious and healthy summer dinner.

Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Enjoy crafting these vibrant and tasty chicken fajitas that promise a burst of flavor and a bunch of happy faces around your table! You can make these fajitas de pollo in an air fryer, but also on askillet. You choose.

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Air Fryer Chicken Caprese

Experience the fresh tastes of Italy with Air Fryer Chicken Caprese. Juicy chicken breasts are topped with pesto, mozzarella, and cherry tomatoes, then air-fried to create a deliciously juicy and flavorful meal. This dish pairs wonderfully with a side of pasta or a crisp salad.

Air Fryer Chicken Caprese

This recipe guides you through a quick and flavorful way to prepare chicken breasts in an air fryer, enhanced with pesto, cheese, and cherry tomatoes. The simple steps ensure a deliciously juicy result in just about 12 minutes, perfect for a no-fuss meal. Smells like Italy, rigt?

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Honey Baked Ham Chicken Salad [Copycat Recipe]

Indulge in the creamy and sweet flavors of Honey Baked Ham Chicken Salad. This copycat recipe features juicy chicken mixed with fresh grapes and a honey-infused Greek yogurt dressing, all served on a flaky croissant. It’s a perfect appetizer or light dinner option that’s sure to impress.

Honey Baked Ham Chicken Salad [Copycat Recipe]

Honey Baked Ham Co's Chicken Salad is one of the best ones I've tried! It comes on a flaky croissant which makes it one of a kind. I recreated it completely, so of course, there are fresh, juicy grapes in the filling. To achieve that signature Honey Baked Ham, a drizzle of honey in the Greek yogurt-based sauce does the work!

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Texas Roadhouse Grilled Chicken Salad [Copycat Recipe]

Recreate the flavors of Texas Roadhouse with this Grilled Chicken Salad. Loaded with proteins and fiber, this salad features tender grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a homemade ranch dressing. It’s a hearty and nutritious option that’s both satisfying and delicious.

Texas Roadhouse Grilled Chicken Salad [Copycat Recipe]

This Grilled Chicken Salad from Texas Roadhouse restaurant hits all the right spots. It is super simple to prepare, so you can easily recreate it at home. Plus it is loaded with proteins and fiber! For the dressing, I used some home-made ranch.

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Sweetgreen Buffalo Chicken Salad

Brighten your meal with Sweetgreen Buffalo Chicken Salad, a colorful and flavorful dish featuring spicy buffalo-seasoned chicken, crunchy za’atar croutons, and a variety of fresh vegetables. Choose between Caesar or hot sauce dressing to complement the bold flavors, making it a perfect healthy lunch or dinner option.

Sweetgreen Buffalo Chicken Salad

This salad is real eye candy! It is colorful, fun, and incredibly delicious. Chicken is rich in spices and perfectly textured – super juicy inside and crispy outside. There are two different sauces to pair with buffalo chicken salad – Caesar and hot sauce. The best part is the za'atar croutons that add some missing crunch! It is loaded with fresh veggies, so it is a fine choice for a healthy lunch.

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Chicken Tuna Salad

Boost your protein intake with Chicken Tuna Salad, a nutritious and flavorful option combining shredded chicken, tuna, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Enhanced with pumpkin and toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and quinoa for carbs, this salad is perfect for a quick and healthy meal on the go.

Chicken Tuna Salad

Chicken tuna salad is rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats! I made a dressing with Greek yogurt and fresh herbs to add some creaminess. Pumpkin and toasted sesame seeds are the best sources of fats and crunch, and quinoa is there for carbs. It is done in a blink of an eye and perfect for lunch on the go!

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Viral Chicken Tortilla (From Scratch)

Join the trend with Viral Chicken Tortilla, a delightful dish inspired by a popular TikTok hack. This recipe features crispy chicken wrapped in tortillas with fresh ingredients, creating a fun and tasty appetizer or main course that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Viral Chicken Tortilla (From Scratch)

Step-by-step chicken tortilla recipe that uses viral TikTok hack.

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Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros

Simplify your dinner routine with Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros, perfectly seasoned chicken baked alongside vegetables on a single pan. Serve the chicken in warm pitas with tzatziki sauce for a delicious and easy weeknight meal that captures the essence of Greek cuisine.

Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros

Sheet Pan Chicken Gyros – Perfectly seasoned chicken baked to perfection on ONE SINGLE PAN! Serve in warm pitas for a quick weeknight meal!

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Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Enjoy a flavorful and nutritious meal with Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner. Tender chicken breasts are baked with crispy sweet potato fries and seasoned with Mediterranean herbs, creating a balanced and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any night of the week.

Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

These crispy sweet potato fries are an easy, delicious side dish perfectly seasoned and paired with a tangy dipping sauce.

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Grilled Mango Chicken

Add a tropical twist to your summer meals with Grilled Mango Chicken. Marinated in a mango-soy sauce, these chicken thighs are grilled to perfection, offering a refreshing and smoky flavor that’s perfect for summer barbecues and outdoor dinners.

Grilled Mango Chicken

Grilled Mango Chicken is a refreshing and smoky summer meal with a tropical twist! Easy to make with a mango-soy sauce marinade and boneless chicken thighs, this is one recipe you need on your summer grilling list.

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Quick Southwest Chicken Salad

Spice up your meal with Quick Southwest Chicken Salad, featuring shredded chicken, flavorful spices, and a variety of fresh vegetables. This protein-packed salad is both delicious and nutritious, making it an excellent choice for a healthy and satisfying dinner.

Quick Southwest Chicken Salad

This quick Southwest Chicken Salad recipe is made with shredded chicken, flavorful spices and a handful of vegetables and protein.

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Thai Chicken Salad

Delight in the vibrant flavors of Thai Chicken Salad, made with crispy cabbage, shredded chicken, crunchy peanuts, and a homemade peanut dressing. This refreshing and easy-to-make salad is perfect for a light dinner or as a side dish for any meal.

Thai Chicken Salad

This Thai Chicken Salad is easy to make with homemade peanut dressing, crispy cabbage, shredded chicken, crunchy peanuts, and more! It’s a refreshing dinner idea that also makes a great side dish.

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Parmesan Chicken Salad

Enjoy the Mediterranean-inspired flavors of Parmesan Chicken Salad, featuring arugula, mozzarella pearls, roasted tomatoes, and fresh basil, all dressed with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette. This elegant and flavorful salad pairs wonderfully with a variety of main dishes or can be enjoyed on its own.

Parmesan Chicken Salad

Arugula, mozzarella pearls, roasted tomatoes, and basil dressed with balsamic vinaigrette gives this Parmesan chicken salad a caprese vibe.

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Honey And Mustard Chicken

Treat yourself to the sweet and tangy goodness of Honey and Mustard Chicken. This easy and delicious recipe features juicy chicken thighs coated in a honey mustard glaze, creating a comforting and flavorful meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Honey And Mustard Chicken

This easy and delicious Honey and Mustard Chicken from Jamie Oliver is a simple, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner. With juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze, this meal is both comforting and quick to prepare. You can easily adjust the herbs to suit your taste!

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Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers

Spice things up with Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers, a creamy and spicy one-pan dinner that features chicken breasts coated in homemade Cajun seasoning and topped with cream cheese and colorful bell peppers. This lean and healthy dish is both flavorful and satisfying, making it a great option for any dinner table.

Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers

Spicy and Creamy Cajun Chicken with Bell Peppers – easy, lean, and healthy one-pan dinner! The chicken breasts are coated with the homemade Cajun seasoning and topped with cream cheese.

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Greek Chicken Burgers

Elevate your burger game with Greek Chicken Burgers, packed with Mediterranean flavors and easy to make. These juicy and flavorful patties are perfect for summer grilling and pair wonderfully with a side of fresh salad or sweet potato fries for a complete and healthy meal.

Greek Chicken Burgers

These Greek chicken burgers will become a dinner staple! The patties are packed with Mediterranean flavors and are easy to make!

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Chicken Gyro Bowls Recipe

Create a wholesome and delicious meal with Chicken Gyro Bowls, combining marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki sauce. This recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a healthy dinner, offering all the flavors of a traditional gyro in a convenient bowl format.

Chicken Gyro Bowls Recipe

These Chicken Gyro Bowls combine marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki for a healthy, delicious meal in under an hour!

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Cilantro Lime Chicken

Brighten your dinner with Cilantro Lime Chicken, a simple yet flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a zesty cilantro-lime marinade. Pair it with cilantro-lime rice and mango avocado salsa for a refreshing and healthy meal that’s perfect for summer.

Cilantro Lime Chicken

Cilantro Lime Chicken is both simple and flavorful! Pair it with cilantro-lime rice and mango avocado salsa for a delicious, healthy meal.

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Balsamic Chicken Kabobs

Enjoy succulent and flavorful Balsamic Chicken Kabobs, featuring tender pieces of chicken marinated in a balsamic vinegar and Dijon mustard mixture, then grilled with colorful vegetables. These kabobs are perfect for a healthy summer dinner, offering a delightful combination of savory and sweet flavors.

Balsamic Chicken Kabobs

These succulent balsamic chicken kabobs can be grilled or baked. Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a simple balsamic vinegar-Dijon mustard marinade for just 20 minutes then paired with colorful vegetables.

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Thank you to all the recipe creators for sharing these amazing Healthy Summer Chicken Recipes for Dinner. Your culinary creativity makes it easy to enjoy delicious and wholesome meals that enhance any summer gathering and bring joy to every dinner table!