10 Flavor-Packed Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Chicken Meals

Going gluten-free and dairy-free doesn’t have to limit your options in the kitchen. With a few smart ingredient swaps and some flavor-focused cooking techniques, you can still enjoy meals that feel rich, cozy, and satisfying. Chicken is one of the easiest proteins to transform into bold, delicious dishes full of flavor, and these recipes prove just that! From comforting crockpot meals to easy sheet pan dinners, these options transform your weeknight routine!

Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken

Roasted chicken, potatoes, and asparagus with lemons on a baking tray on a checkered red linen. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

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

Juicy Maple Cranberry Chicken

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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

Dry Rub Slow Cooker Chicken

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A delicious and simple meal that requires minimal effort on your part. These slow cooker chicken legs are made with just a few ingredients and come out with juicy, tender chicken that falls off the bone. Seasoned in a simple dry rub, these chicken drumsticks are the perfect easy weeknight dinner! To learn more: Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks

Thai Green Chicken Curry with Pineapples

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Tender and juicy bites of chicken simmered in a rich and creamy sauce; this Thai chicken pineapple curry is a comforting weeknight dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, this green curry uses pineapple for a punch of tropical flavor. To learn more: Thai Chicken Pineapple Curry

Meal Prep Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

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Sweetened with honey, these teriyaki chicken skewers make a tasty gluten-free dinner recipe or easy meal prep idea. Easy to make, this chicken dinner uses a homemade teriyaki sauce to give them their classic flavor. To learn more: Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

30-Minute Chicken Fajita Bowls

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Packed with flavor from homemade fajita seasoning, these gluten-free chicken fajita bowls make a wicked meal prep recipe! Topped with juicy chicken and seasoned veggies, these bowls are an awesome 30-minute, gluten-free, weeknight dinner recipe

Get the recipe: Chicken Fajita Bowls

Dutch Oven Roasted Chicken

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This easy Dutch oven whole chicken comes out to juicy perfection every time. Seasoned with cumin and garlic, with a crispy skin on top, this roast chicken recipe is one you’ll want to hang on to!

Get the recipe: Dutch Oven Whole Chicken

One Pan Orange Garlic Chicken

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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

Maple Balsamic Chicken Breast

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Tender, juicy chicken breasts with just 5-minutes of prep! This slow cooker gluten-free balsamic chicken is as easy as it gets for a weeknight dinner. Soaked in maple balsamic dressing and cooked slowly over the day, this chicken recipe makes the perfect busy mom, weeknight dinner.

Get the recipe: Maple Balsamic Slow Cooker Chicken

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

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Made from scratch in the slow cooker this gluten-free chicken noodle soup is a comforting blend of ingredients perfect for chilly nights. To learn more: Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup