A collection of our favorite gluten-free chicken recipes from hearty soups like Tom Kha to delicious mains like crockpot chicken or Pad Thai.
Chicken is a staple at our house. And with dietary restrictions in the family and some members with Celiac disease, we frequently find ourselves experimenting with traditional dishes to create the mouthwatering gluten-free chicken recipes we present below.
We generally enjoy a chicken dinner about twice each week, usually making sufficient leftovers for lunch. In fact, I think we have collected and experimented enough that we rarely have to eat the same meal twice.
However, we have some serious favorites that we tend to eat over and over, like our Vietnamese chicken in the summer or hearty gluten-free chicken noodle soup in the winter.
This is a growing list, and we will continue to add more gluten-free chicken recipes as we perfect them.
Nutritional information and benefits of eating chicken
Disclaimer: Statements regarding health benefits are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.
High in protein and low in fat (if you remove the skin), chicken is used in many of our favorite dinner recipes.
There is evidence that eating chicken and other poultry can reduce the risks of certain cancers.
According to the National Chicken Council, the vitamins and minerals in chicken are involved in brain function and promote heart health while aiding in building muscles, strengthing bones, and weight loss. A 3.5-ounce (100-gram) serving of chicken includes:
| Whole chicken (Meat only) | Whole chicken (Meat and Skin) | |
| Calories | 190 | 239 |
| Protein | 29 grams | 27 grams |
| Fat | 7 grams | 14 grams |
| Carbs | 0 grams | 0 grams |
Tips for making gluten-free chicken recipes
- Always take caution when handling raw chicken as it may contain bacteria like campylobacter and salmonella. Always properly clean any surfaces and wash your hands after working with raw chicken.
- While there are many ways to prepare chicken, healthier options include grilling, barbequing, baking, or stir-frying (low oil).
- Breast meat is lower and calories and fat than dark meat. However, dark meat is higher in certain vitamins (riboflavin, thiamin, and vitamins B6 and B12) and minerals (iron and zinc).
- Dark meat tends to be juicier and is better for certain recipes, like our Vietnamese chicken.
- To help seal in the juices of breast meat and keep it tender, we often sear the meat at a high temperature before adding it to a recipe.
- Cook raw chicken to at least 165ºF (74ºC).
- Leftover chicken should be returned to the refrigerator or placed in the freezer as soon as possible, but always within two hours of cooking.
Our favorite gluten-free chicken recipes
A collection of our favorite gluten-free chicken recipes from hearty soups like Tom Kha to delicious mains like crockpot chicken or Pad Thai.
Chicken as the main at dinner
These are our favorite chicken mains recipes. While all are gluten-free, and most are dairy-free, all are delicious.
Vietnamese Grilled Chicken with Kaffir Lime
(Gluten-free, dairy-free)
A tangy blend of turmeric, chili pepper, and the citrus flavor of kaffir lime leaf creates our current favorite chicken dinner. The key ingredients include:
- Chicken
- Kaffir lime leaves
- Fish sauce
- Lemon juice
- Chilis or crushed red pepper
- Brown sugar
Chicken Pad Thai
(Gluten-free, dairy-free)
Made with Thai rice noodles, this variation of Thailand's national dish is fantastic. The key ingredients include:
- Chicken breast
- Rice stick noodles
- Eggs
- Zucchini, carrots, or other similar vegetables
- Bean sprouts
Gluten Free Peanut Satay Chicken
(Gluten-free, dairy-free)
Made differently each time by changing the vegetables, this peanut satay chicken stir fry is simple to make and bursting with flavor.
The key ingredients:
- Chicken (cubed)
- A variety of vegetables
- Peanut butter
- Sweet Thai chili sauce
- Soy sauce
Butter Chicken
(Gluten-free, *contains dairy)
Also soy-free, onion-free, and garlic-free.
This version of a westernized butter chicken is so fast and easy, it will be done quicker than the rice it is served on. Key ingredients:
- Chicken
- Optional choice of vegetables
- Tomato paste
- Butter
- Heavy cream
- Minced ginger
Crockpot Chicken
(Gluten-free, dairy-free)
Made in a slow cooker, ours is more of a chicken stew, resulting in a delicious complete dinner that's ready and waiting when you come home.
The key ingredients include:
- Whole chicken
- Carrots, parsnips, bell pepper
- Potatoes
- Sweet potatoes
- Frozen green beans
Oven fried bbq chicken: Crispy 3-ingredient chicken without the oil
A healthy alternative to traditional fried chicken, this quick and easy oven-fried chicken is made without oil. It has a tangy bbq flavor and uses only three ingredients. It’s easy to make it gluten-free.
It uses only:
- Chicken
- BBQ Sauce
- Corn Flakes
Soups with chicken
If it's a soup you are after, start with our chicken stock recipes.
Chicken Tom Kha Soup
(Gluten-free, dairy-free)
This hearty blend of coconut milk, chilis, mushrooms, and chicken makes for the perfect soup on a cool evening.
Key ingredients include:
- Chicken
- Rice stick noodles
- Coconut milk
- Carrot
- Button mushrooms
- Chicken stock
- Thai red curry paste
- Fish sauce
- Kaffir lime leaf
- Ginger root
Chicken Soup
(Gluten-free, dairy-free)
A classic chicken soup great for a cozy winter night or for comfort when you are feeling unwell.
The key ingredients:
- Chicken
- Chicken stock
- Celery, carrots, onions
- Rice noodles
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Such a great roundup of healthier meal options! Looking forward to giving these a try; looks too good to pass up, indeed!
Such a delicious collection of gluten-free chicken recipes! I especially love the Butter Chicken and Chicken Soup.
For someone like me who is always looking for good gf recipes, these are perfect! Sooo many options! Thanks for sharing!
This post is great! So many options for my new gluten-free life! Not sure which to start with!
I just went gluten-free and have been struggling to know what to make. You just made my life easier. Thank you!