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30 Easy Summer Chicken Recipes for Lunch and Dinner

30 Easy Summer Chicken Recipes for Lunch and Dinner
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Summer chicken recipes are one of our favorite things to make because they’re so quick and simple to make! When it’s hot outside, all we really want to eat is something on the light side, like Salsa Chicken Lettuce Wraps. These summer chicken recipe ideas are so simple to make and will elevate your Summer meals rotation for your friends and family. Enjoy!

Sidney Yang
by Sidney Yang
Sidney Yang

Sidney is part of the Eatwell101 family since 2014. As an editor, she shares her enthusiasm for food, cooking tips, and entertaining across more than a thousand written articles published on Eatwell101.

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Updated Mar 29, 2026
Garlic Lemon Chicken Thighs - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-lemon-chicken-thighs-recipe

1. Garlic Lemon Chicken Thighs

Garlic lemon grilled chicken thighs are fresh, zesty, and perfectly juicy—an easy go-to for summer grilling.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/salsa-fresca-chicken-bake-recipe

2. Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake

This Summer chicken bake with salsa fresca is so quick and easy to make, with easy-to-find ingredients.

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-avocado-chicken-salad

3. Healthy Avocado Chicken Salad

A perfect chicken recipe for Summer, full of seasonal produces!

Cooking time: 6 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Grilled Chicken Breasts with  Lemon Garlic - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-lemon-garlic-chicken-skewers

4. Grilled Chicken Breasts with Lemon Garlic

Make the juiciest grilled chicken skewers with this Summer recipe. These grilled chicken breasts kabobs are made with marinated chicken and served with crisp asparagus for a complete dinner!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Asado Chicken Breast with Sauteed Lemon Zucchini - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/asado-chicken-sauteed-zucchini-recipe

5. Asado Chicken Breast with Sauteed Lemon Zucchini

What would be our Summer meals without an outstanding chicken recipe like this one?

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Salsa Chicken Lettuce Wraps - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/salsa-chicken-lettuce-wraps-recipe

6. Salsa Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Meal preppers can also enjoy it for lunch on the go, just keep lettuce, salsa, and chicken in separate containers and assemble the lettuce wraps at the last minute for an easy Summer lunch.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Baked Chicken in Foil with Asparagus and Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/baked-chicken-in-foil-with-asparagus-recipe

7. Baked Chicken in Foil with Asparagus and Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

Grill the packets on your BBQ for the ultimate summer chicken dinner!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cowboy Butter Chicken with Zucchini Noodles (15-Minute) - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cowboy-butter-chicken-and-zucchini-noodles

8. Cowboy Butter Chicken with Zucchini Noodles (15-Minute)

Easy and delicious butter chicken recipe with zucchini noodles - You'll want to sip the sauce by the spoon! Enjoy while zucchini are in season!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Corn Chicken Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-salad-recipe

9. Corn Chicken Salad

Friends, this is Summer in a bowl!

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Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil  - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-chicken-pasta-salad-recipe

10. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil 

This light and healthy chicken pasta salad is packed with flavor, protein and veggies. Try it for a quick lunch or a light dinner!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Grilled Chicken with Chili Lime Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-chicken-with-honey-chili-lime-cilantro

11. Grilled Chicken with Chili Lime Sauce

This is the perfect Grilled chicken recipe for your Summer cookouts.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Chicken Stir Fry Noodles (15-Minute ) - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-pasta-skillet-recipe

12. Chicken Stir Fry Noodles (15-Minute )

This chicken stir fry noodles recipe is loaded with nutritious veggies, and ready in 15 minutes -Perfect when you want to spend more time outside!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Healthy Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-stir-fry-recipe

13. Healthy Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli

This easy chicken stir-fry packed with fresh vegetables is a light, flavorful summer dinner ready in minutes.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Blackened Chicken Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/blackened-chicken-avocado-salad-recipe

14. Blackened Chicken Salad

You can either use chicken thighs or chicken breast for this easy chicken recipe.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-brown-sugar-garlic-chicken

15. Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce

These Summer-style chicken skewers are the perfect reason to fire up the grill!

Cooking time: 8 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-thighs-and-green-beans-skillet

16. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

This lemon garlic butter chicken and green beans skillet is a fresh, easy one-pan dinner—perfect for quick summer nights.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/instant-pot-chicken-teriyaki-recipe

17. Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken

Want something quick and easy to cook? This is one of our best chicken recipe for Summer.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs with Sun-Dried Tomatoes - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-mushroom-chicken-thighs-recipe

18. Garlic Mushroom Chicken Thighs with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

These garlic mushroom chicken thighs with sun-dried tomatoes are rich yet fresh, with sweet-tangy tomatoes adding depth and brightness—an easy, flavorful dinner for summer nights.

Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Grilled Chicken Fajitas - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-chicken-fajitas-recipe

19. Grilled Chicken Fajitas

These grilled chicken fajitas are a fresh, vibrant summer favorite—juicy, colorful, and perfect for a fun, flavor-packed fiesta.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Paprika Chicken Thighs with Lemon Zucchini Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/paprika-chicken-thighs-recipe

20. Paprika Chicken Thighs with Lemon Zucchini Skillet

These easy and succulent paprika chicken thighs take only 25 minutes and are so addicting!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Sheet-Pan Honey Chili Chicken with Veggies - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/honey-chili-chicken-sheet-pan-dinner

21. Sheet-Pan Honey Chili Chicken with Veggies

This sheet-pan chicken recipe is nourishing, nutritious and crazy delicious!

Cooking time: 30 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Honey Dijon Chicken and Veggies Foil Packs - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/honey-dijon-chicken-veggies-foil-packs

22. Honey Dijon Chicken and Veggies Foil Packs

These honey Dijon chicken and veggie foil packs are a fresh, easy summer dinner—perfect for grilling, camping, or quick weeknight meals.

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-chicken-and-potatoes-skillet

23. Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet

This garlic butter chicken and potatoes skillet is the easiest and tastiest weeknight dinner - One skillet for amazing flavors!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Tenders Recipe - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-chicken-tenders-green-beans-recipe

24. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken Tenders Recipe

The best chicken tenders recipe ever! You'll make this chicken tenders recipe with green beans recipe at least once a week when you realize how much everyone loves it!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Pineapple BBQ Baked Chicken Foil Packets in Oven - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-foil-packets-in-oven-recipe

25. Pineapple BBQ Baked Chicken Foil Packets in Oven

Whether you make them in the oven or over the grill, foil packets are so much fun! Here pineapple caramelizes into the sauce and gives chicken an irresistible summery flavor.

Cooking time: 35 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
15-Minute Broccoli Chicken in Cream Cheese Sundried Tomato Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/broccoli-chicken-in-cream-cheese-sundried-tomato-sauce-recipe

26. 15-Minute Broccoli Chicken in Cream Cheese Sundried Tomato Sauce

This quick tasty chicken and broccoli recipe is a great keto option for a quick dinner or meal prep! Chicken breasts have never been so delicious!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wraps - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-lettuce-wraps-recipe

27. Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wraps

The epitome of Summer dinners al fresco, this chicken wraps are wonderful!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/grilled-brown-sugar-garlic-chicken

28. Grilled Chicken with Garlic Brown Sugar Sauce

Juicy tender and so delicious Grilled Chicken Recipe with Brown Sugar Garlic sauce- These chicken skewers are the perfect reason to pull out the grill!

Cooking time: 8 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Grilled Bruschetta Chicken - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-bruschetta-recipe

29. Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

This chicken recipe is a winning dish for a weeknight dinner for two!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Pesto Chicken Pasta Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/pesto-chicken-pasta-salad-recipe

30. Pesto Chicken Pasta Salad

This chicken pasta salad with pesto is loaded with tomatoes, avocado, and red onion. Every bite is like a circus of flavors! This Summer chicken recipe is one of our favorites!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

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