Giving up cheese doesn't mean having bland or boring meals! Whip up some of these mouthwatering, dairy-free chicken dishes and you'll forget you ever needed cheese.
Choosing to eliminate dairy comes with a ton of benefits, but it can also be extremely hard if you're a typical cheese lover. You can learn more about dairy-free for beginners including really delicious swaps and dairy-free baking tips but until you start cooking you really don't know what you're missing!
These dairy-free chicken dishes are exactly what you need to make the transition if you're used to cooking with cheese and butter. They're rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious.. all without the dairy! As a Certified Nutrition Coach, these are recipes I use with my clients when we're trying to scale back and make hard changes.
One Pot Chicken Alfredo
An easy pasta recipe made in under thirty minutes. This creamy, dairy-free chicken one pot alfredo pasta is the perfect weeknight meal. Whipped up with a blend of coconut milk and gut-healing broth, this recipe makes an easy weeknight dinner. To learn more: Dairy-Free Alfredo
Simple Chicken Taco Skillet
Juicy pieces of chicken coated in a homemade seasoning before being sauteed sticky in your favorite barbeque sauce. This chicken taco skillet hits the dinner table in just 30 minutes and makes for a delicious, simple weeknight meal.
Get the recipe: Easy Chicken Taco Skillet
Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken
Baked until juicy this gluten-free lemon chicken is made all on one pan for simple clean up! Mixed with a tangy lemon garlic flavor and paired with roasted potatoes and asparagus, this dairy and gluten-free chicken dinner is perfect for busy weeknights. To learn more: Lemon Chicken
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken
A creamy, dairy-free Tuscan chicken recipe made in the slow cooker. Infused with garlic, leek, and basil undertones, this crockpot Tuscan chicken could be right out of Italy. Made with a base of coconut milk and bone broth, this easy weeknight dinner is also paleo and whole30 approved.
Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Tuscan Chicken
Gluten-Free Chicken Alfredo Casserole
Looking for comfort food with a dairy-free twist? This dairy-free chicken alfredo casserole is the perfect weeknight meal. Filled with creamy alfredo sauce, and protein-packed with chicken, and silky sundried tomatoes throughout it, this gluten-free chicken casserole is one you’ll want to have on hand!
Get the recipe: Chicken Alfredo Casserole
Savory Chicken and Potato Casserole
An easy weeknight dinner that bakes together to create a creamy, savory, dinner, all in one dish! This chicken and potato casserole is the solution to busy weeknights. The whole family will fall in love with this hearty, flavorful dish!
Get the recipe: Chicken and Potato Casserole
Crockpot Green Chili Chicken
Deliciously simple this crockpot green chili chicken is the ultimate meal prep recipe. Tender, juicy shredded chicken in a strong, spicy seasoning. This gluten-free weeknight dinner comes together with only 5 main ingredients. To learn more: Green Chili Chicken
15-Minute Chicken Pesto Pasta
An easy, flavorful dinner recipe made in just 15-minutes. Made with homemade pesto and gluten-free noodles, this creamy chicken pesto pasta makes the perfect weeknight meal.
Get the recipe: Chicken Pesto Pasta
Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie
Thick, creamy, comfort food made all in just one slow cooker. This dairy-free chicken pot pie has all the traditional pot pie flavors but with a healthy gluten-free twist. And because it’s made in a slow cooker, it’s a great option for chilly, busy weeknights.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie
Creamy Chicken Alfredo
Save time in the kitchen and enjoy a classic comfort with this slow cooker chicken alfredo! Made with a creamy, dairy-free alfredo sauce this crockpot chicken recipe is a staple for busy weeknights.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo
One Pan Maple Cranberry Chicken
Marinated until juicy and baked in just one pan, these maple cranberry chicken thighs are the perfect holiday dinner. With a sweet and savory flavor, these chicken thighs are tender and indulgent and beautifully dressed up making them great for any dinner table. To learn more: Maple Cranberry Chicken
Baked Boneless Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
Super tender, this baked teriyaki chicken is coated in a sweet, gluten-free teriyaki sauce. This gluten-free dinner recipe uses boneless chicken thighs to make for easy weeknights! To learn more: Teriyaki Baked Thighs
Chicken and Potatoes with Orange Garlic Sauce
Made with an orange garlic sauce, this one pan chicken and potatoes is a 30-minute dinner recipe that's tasty for the whole family. The juicy chicken and soft brussels in a sweet orange drizzle that's a sure-fire way to light up your taste buds. To learn more: One Pan Chicken and Potatoes
Gluten-Free Honey Mustard Chicken
An effortless weeknight dinner. This slow cooker honey mustard chicken is cooked to perfection in a sweet and tangy glaze. Perfect for busy days this gluten-free chicken recipe will soon become your favorite, hassle-free family dinner. To learn more: Honey Mustard Chicken
FAQs
Heavy cream can be replaced by coconut milk in a can. It's high fat content makes everything it's whipped into as rich as regular cream would.
Cheese is a tricky one. You can of course use a vegan cheese on top of your meals but it doesn't melt like normal cheese does. Or, for a cheesy-ish flavor you can sprinkle on some nutritional years which gives a bump in nutrients as well as a cheesy flavor.
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