Growing up my mom made chicken almost every night for dinner. I never understood why we had to eat so much chicken until I grew up and had to think of dinner ideas every single night...forever, LOL. Well, this collection of gluten free and dairy free chicken recipes is here to rescue you from your humdrum dinner rotation.
This collection of over 40 chicken dinner recipes will have you covered for a whole month of dinners. Go ahead, eat chicken every night! All of these delicious gluten free recipes are made without dairy products. I'm sure you'll find a chicken recipe here that will please even the pickiest eaters.
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- What are some good dairy substitutions for cooking?
- My Favorite Dairy Free Chicken Recipes
- Balsamic Marinated Chicken
- Southern Smothered Chicken Thighs
- Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli
- Baked Chicken and Rice
- Copycat Chick-Fil-A Sandwich
- Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
- Garlic Butter Chicken and Potato Skillet
- Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables
- Fajita Stuffed Chicken Breasts
- Cajun Style Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
- Chicken and Chickpea Curry
- Dairy Free Marry Me Chicken
- Southern Style Chicken and Rice
- Crispy Baked Panko Chicken
- Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice
- Chicken Butternut Squash Soup
- Baked Spicy Honey Chicken
- Gluten Free Dairy Free Chicken Pot Pie
- Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos
- Mexican Chicken Salad
- Chicken Broccoli and Potato Casserole
- Barbecue Baked Chicken Breasts
- Old Fashioned Chicken and Rice Soup
- Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
- Coconut Lime Chicken
- Sheet Pan Mojo Chicken
- Chicken Satay Salad
- Vietnamese Chicken and Cabbage Salad (Gỏi Gà Bắp Cải)
- Cilantro Lime Chicken
- Creamy Sage Chicken
- Coq au Vin
- Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Chicken
- Dairy-Free Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake
- Spatchcock Chicken
- Easy Chicken Curry
- Za'atar Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Herbs
- Easy Dairy-Free Indian Butter Chicken
- Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad
- Sheet Pan Maple Curry Chicken Thighs & Squash
- Easy Gluten-Free Fried Chicken
What are some good dairy substitutions for cooking?
When cooking gluten free and dairy free, I have been able to convert a lot of my old recipes using substitutions. It's a lot of trial and error to find the products you like best, but here are the products that work for me:
- Milk - I use unsweetened coconut milk (the type in the box) for cooking and baking. For drinking, we use gluten free oat milk (typically Oatly brand).
- Cream - I prefer the Silk dairy free cream. Country Crock also makes a dairy free cream that works great. If you can't find either, you can use full-fat canned coconut milk, but it will add a little bit of coconut flavor to your dish.
- Butter - I usually use vegan butter, like Country Crock. In some recipes, it will also work to substitute olive oil, coconut oil or even shortening.
- Sour Cream - I prefer Forager brand of vegan sour cream. My second favorites are Follow Your Heart brand or VioLife brand. Depending on which stores you're shopping at you might find this item in the dairy or the produce sections.
- Cream Cheese - Miyokos is for sure my favorite brand for cream cheese. It has the best consistency (not watery) and a strong cream cheese flavor. If you can't find that, the Philadelphia plant based cream cheese is also quite good.
- Cheese - For parmesan cheese, I love the Violife cheese wedge that you can grate yourself. It melts just like real cheese. For all other cheeses, I typically bounce around from brand to brand. I haven't found one I really love, so I use them sparingly. When possible I will opt for nutritional yeast to add a cheesy flavor instead of using vegan cheese.
Sometimes there is confusion around eggs and mayonnaise - these are both dairy free!
My Favorite Dairy Free Chicken Recipes
Balsamic Marinated Chicken
This balsamic chicken is cooked in a savory balsamic glaze that balances tangy vinegar with just the right touch of sweetness. It's an easy skillet dinner that pairs well with everything from mashed potatoes to roasted vegetables.
Balsamic Chicken
Southern Smothered Chicken Thighs
These smothered chicken thighs are seared until golden, then finished in a rich onion gravy that keeps the chicken tender and flavorful. It's a comforting Southern-inspired dinner that's perfect served over mashed potatoes or rice.
Smothered Chicken
Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli
This teriyaki chicken and broccoli combines tender chicken and crisp broccoli in a homemade teriyaki sauce that's full of sweet and savory flavor. Everything cooks in one skillet, making it an easy dinner that's ready for the table in no time.
Teriyaki Chicken
Baked Chicken and Rice
This baked chicken and rice combines tender chicken with fluffy rice in a creamy, flavorful sauce that's made on the stovetop before everything finishes baking together in the oven. The result is a comforting dinner that's well worth the extra time and perfect for sharing with family.
Baked Chicken and Rice
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Sandwich
This copycat Chick-fil-A chicken delivers the crispy coating and savory flavor of the restaurant favorite using simple ingredients you can make at home. Serve it on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings, or enjoy it on its own for an easy homemade version of a classic.
Crispy Fried Chicken
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
These sheet pan chicken fajitas pair tender chicken with bell peppers, onion, zucchini, and a homemade lime fajita marinade for bold, fresh flavor. They're easy to customize with your favorite toppings and are just as delicious served in tortillas as they are over rice for meal prep.
Chicken Fajitas
Garlic Butter Chicken and Potato Skillet
This garlic butter chicken and potato skillet combines juicy chicken, tender baby potatoes, and plenty of garlic in a buttery one-pan sauce. Fresh parsley and Italian seasoning keep the flavors simple, letting the garlic butter shine.
Garlic Butter Chicken
Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetables
These sheet pan chicken thighs are roasted with butternut squash and green beans, all coated in a maple Dijon-style marinade with garlic and herbs. Roasting everything together creates a complete meal with plenty of flavor and very little cleanup.
Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables
Fajita Stuffed Chicken Breasts
These fajita stuffed chicken breasts are filled with sautéed bell peppers, onions, and a creamy cheese filling for all the flavors of chicken fajitas without the tortillas. A generous coating of fajita seasoning ties everything together for a flavorful oven-baked dinner.
Fajita Stuffed Chicken
Cajun Style Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
This chicken and sausage jambalaya combines Cajun-seasoned chicken, kielbasa, and the classic trio of onion, celery, and green pepper in one hearty pot. As the rice cooks in the seasoned broth, it soaks up all the bold Cajun flavor for a comforting meal that's perfect any time of year.
Brown Jambalaya
Chicken and Chickpea Curry
This chicken and chickpea curry combines tender chicken, chickpeas, and vegetables in a creamy coconut curry sauce with warm spices and a squeeze of fresh lime. It's a mild, family-friendly curry that comes together in one pot and is delicious served over basmati rice or with gluten-free naan.
Chicken and Chickpea Curry
Dairy Free Marry Me Chicken
This dairy free Marry Me Chicken features tender chicken breasts in a creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and dairy-free Parmesan. It delivers all the flavor of the viral recipe without any dairy, making it an easy dinner everyone can enjoy.
Marry Me Chicken
Southern Style Chicken and Rice
This Southern chicken and rice starts with a whole chicken that slowly simmers to create a rich, flavorful broth before the rice is added. It's a classic comfort food recipe that's simple, budget-friendly, and made with just a handful of pantry staples.
Chicken and Rice
Crispy Baked Panko Chicken
This crispy baked panko chicken is coated in seasoned gluten-free panko and vegan Parmesan for a crunchy, golden crust without frying. It bakes in just 20 minutes, making it an easy dinner that's juicy on the inside and crisp on the outside.
Panko Chicken
Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice
This shrimp and chicken fried rice combines tender chicken, juicy shrimp, vegetables, and eggs for a takeout-inspired meal that's ready in just 30 minutes. It's a great way to turn leftover rice into a quick, satisfying dinner with plenty of protein.
Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice
Chicken Butternut Squash Soup
This creamy chicken butternut squash soup combines tender chicken, butternut squash, crispy bacon, and cannellini beans in a rich, flavorful broth. A splash of plant-based cream and a pinch of red pepper flakes add just the right balance of creaminess and warmth.
Chicken Butternut Squash Soup
Baked Spicy Honey Chicken
This baked spicy honey chicken is coated in a sweet and spicy honey glaze with garlic, paprika, chili powder, and red pepper flakes. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's an easy dinner that pairs well with rice, potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Honey Chicken
Gluten Free Dairy Free Chicken Pot Pie
This chicken pot pie is filled with tender chicken, vegetables, and a creamy dairy-free sauce, all tucked inside a flaky homemade gluten-free pie crust. The from-scratch crust and hearty filling make it a comforting meal that's worth the extra effort.
Chicken Pot Pie
Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos
These baked rotisserie chicken tacos are filled with seasoned chicken, green chiles, a creamy cheese mixture, and plenty of melted cheese. Using rotisserie chicken keeps prep to a minimum, so dinner is on the table in just 30 minutes.
Chicken Tacos
Mexican Chicken Salad
This ensalada de pollo combines shredded chicken, potatoes, corn, and mixed vegetables in a creamy dressing with lime juice and jalapeño brine. It's a refreshing make-ahead salad that's perfect for warm weather lunches, picnics, or an easy dinner.
Mexican Chicken Salad
Chicken Broccoli and Potato Casserole
This chicken broccoli and potato casserole layers tender potatoes, broccoli, and chicken in a creamy dairy-free sauce made with nutritional yeast and topped with crispy gluten-free breadcrumbs. It's a hearty casserole that brings everything together in one comforting dish.
Chicken Broccoli and Potato Casserole
Barbecue Baked Chicken Breasts
These barbecue baked chicken breasts are coated in a smoky, tangy barbecue sauce and baked until tender and juicy. With just a handful of ingredients, this recipe is an easy way to get big barbecue flavor any night of the week.
BBQ Chicken
Old Fashioned Chicken and Rice Soup
This old fashioned chicken and rice soup is filled with tender chicken, vegetables, and rice in a flavorful homemade broth seasoned with thyme and rosemary. It comes together in less than an hour, making it an easy way to bring a comforting classic to the table.
Chickan and Rice Soup
Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
This chicken tater tot casserole combines a creamy chicken pot pie-style filling with a crispy topping of golden tater tots. It's an easy, family-friendly dinner that brings together two comfort food favorites in one dish.
Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
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Coconut Lime Chicken
This Thai-inspired coconut lime chicken is simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce with fresh lime, garlic, and ginger for bright, comforting flavor. Everything comes together in one pan with minimal prep, making it an easy dinner that's just as good served over rice with your favorite vegetables.
Coconut Lime Chicken
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Sheet Pan Mojo Chicken
This sheet pan Cuban mojo chicken is marinated in a bright blend of citrus, garlic, cumin, and oregano for bold, classic Cuban flavor. Roasting the chicken with onions on one pan makes it easy to meal prep and serve with rice, black beans, or your favorite sides.
Mojo Chicken
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Chicken Satay Salad
This chicken satay salad combines juicy grilled chicken with crisp vegetables and a creamy peanut dressing inspired by classic satay flavors. The homemade dressing doubles as both a marinade and salad dressing, bringing bold flavor to every forkful.
Chicken Satay
delightfulplate.com
Vietnamese Chicken and Cabbage Salad (Gỏi Gà Bắp Cải)
This Vietnamese chicken and cabbage salad combines tender shredded chicken, crisp cabbage, fresh herbs, and a bright fish sauce dressing for a refreshing meal full of flavor. Crispy shallots and roasted peanuts add the perfect finishing crunch.
Chicken and Cabbage Salad
dizzybusyandhungry.com
Cilantro Lime Chicken
This cilantro lime chicken is marinated in a fresh blend of lime juice, cilantro, garlic, honey, and cumin for bright, zesty flavor. The simple marinade works with either chicken breasts or thighs and can be cooked on the grill, stovetop, or in the oven.
Cilantro Lime Chicken
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Creamy Sage Chicken
This creamy sage chicken features tender chicken in a fragrant coconut milk sauce flavored with fresh sage, garlic, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Made in one skillet and ready in 30 minutes, it's an easy dinner with plenty of cozy herb flavor.
Creamy Sage Chicken
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Coq au Vin
This coq au vin slowly braises bone-in chicken with bacon, mushrooms, carrots, pearl onions, and red wine for a classic French comfort food. Fresh herbs and a long simmer create a rich, flavorful sauce that's perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, noodles, or crusty bread.
Coq au Vin
thecleaneatingcouple.com
Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Chicken
This pesto chicken with zucchini noodles pairs juicy chicken with fresh basil pesto and tender zucchini noodles for a light, flavorful meal. Cherry tomatoes add a burst of freshness, making this a colorful dinner that comes together in about 30 minutes.
Pesto Chicken and Zoodles
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Dairy-Free Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake
This chicken broccoli Alfredo bake combines tender chicken, broccoli, and pasta in a creamy dairy-free Alfredo sauce that's baked until hot and bubbly. A crispy breadcrumb topping adds just the right amount of crunch to finish the casserole.
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Bake
itsnotcomplicatedrecipes.com
Spatchcock Chicken
This butterflied roast chicken shows you how to spatchcock a whole chicken so it cooks faster while staying tender and juicy. A simple oregano seasoning creates crispy, flavorful skin with very little prep.
Spatchcock Chicken
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Easy Chicken Curry
This easy chicken curry combines tender chicken with a creamy coconut tomato sauce flavored with ginger, garlic, and warm spices. Fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime brighten the rich sauce, making it a flavorful dinner that's ready in about 30 minutes.
Chicken Curry
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Za'atar Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Herbs
This za'atar roasted chicken is seasoned with a blend of za'atar, fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon for bright, savory flavor. Roasting the chicken until golden creates crisp skin and juicy meat with minimal hands-on work.
Za'atar Roasted Chicken
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Easy Dairy-Free Indian Butter Chicken
This dairy-free butter chicken features tender chicken in a creamy tomato and coconut milk sauce seasoned with classic Indian spices. The rich, flavorful sauce comes together without dairy, making it an easy homemade version of a takeout favorite.
Indian Butter Chicken
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Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad
This cranberry walnut chicken salad combines tender chicken with sweet dried cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and a creamy dressing for the perfect balance of flavors and textures. It's a great make-ahead recipe for sandwiches, wraps, or an easy lunch.
Cranberry Walnut Chicken Salad
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Sheet Pan Maple Curry Chicken Thighs & Squash
This sheet pan maple curry chicken roasts chicken with sweet potatoes, broccoli, and red onion in a maple curry marinade that's both sweet and savory. Everything cooks together on one pan, making cleanup just as easy as dinner.
Maple Curry Chicken
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Easy Gluten-Free Fried Chicken
This gluten-free fried chicken is marinated in a dairy-free buttermilk before being coated in a seasoned flour mixture for an extra crispy, flavorful crust. The homemade blend of 10 spices gives it classic fried chicken flavor that's even better than takeout.
Gluten Free Fried Chicken
Tiffany is the recipe developer, stylist and food photographer behind Well Fed Baker. As a lifelong baker who had to go gluten free and dairy free in 2016, Tiffany strives to share allergen friendly recipes that never feel like they are free from anything.
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