40 Easy Gluten-Free Chicken Recipes

These 40 gluten-free chicken recipes make it easy to enjoy one of my favorite ingredients while sticking to your goals, with quick weeknight meals and simple make-ahead options.

Every recipe on this page was checked ingredient by ingredient for wheat, barley, rye and hidden sources of gluten such as regular soy sauce, beer and breadcrumbs. If you have celiac disease or a serious intolerance, always use certified gluten-free oats, broth, spices and packaged products.

At a Glance

  • 40 recipes in this collection
  • Typical total time: about 35 minutes
  • 3 recipes ready in 20 minutes or less
  • Quickest: 6 Simple Chicken Marinades in 10 minutes
  • Calories: about 150 to 650 per serving

Gluten-Free Dinner & Main Dishes

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A colorful sheet pan filled with roasted chicken cubes, broccoli, tomatoes, and zucchini tossed in vibrant green pesto.
Healthy Pesto Chicken and Veggies Sheet Pan
Ready in 25 minutes · 385 calories per serving.
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2
A vibrant plate of Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps with fresh green lettuce cups filled with savory ground chicken mixture.
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Ready in 30 minutes · 380 calories per serving.
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3
Golden brown lemon pepper chicken breasts with fresh lemon slices and herbs on a white plate.
Lemon Pepper Chicken
Ready in 30 minutes · 350 calories per serving.
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4
A skillet filled with golden seared chicken cubes in a creamy garlic sauce with wilted spinach and cherry tomatoes.
Creamy Tomato Spinach Chicken Skillet
Ready in 30 minutes · 485 calories per serving.
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5
Coconut Curry Chicken in a skillet with creamy sauce and fresh cilantro garnish
Coconut Curry Chicken
Ready in 30 minutes · 420 calories per serving.
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6
A bowl of fresh Instant Pot Pad Thai topped with peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges
Instant Pot Chicken Pad-Thai {Gluten-Free}
Ready in 30 minutes · 480 calories per serving.
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7
Pan-seared garlic lime chicken tenders served over a bed of cilantro quinoa in a white bowl.
Garlic Lime Chicken Tenders and Quinoa
Ready in 35 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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8
Pan-seared garlic herb chicken breasts resting on a bed of lemon parmesan cauliflower rice
Buttery Garlic Herb Chicken and Lemon Parmesan Cauliflower Rice
Ready in 35 minutes · 455 calories per serving.
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9
Skillet-seared chimichurri chicken breasts garnished with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes, served with a side of vibrant green chimichurri sauce.
Chimichurri Chicken
Ready in 35 minutes · 480 calories per serving.
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10
Golden brown Cilantro Lime Chicken breasts garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on a white plate.
Cilantro Lime Chicken
Ready in 35 minutes · 380 calories per serving.
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11
Close-up of golden-brown Honey Mustard Chicken breasts garnished with fresh parsley on a white plate.
Honey Mustard Chicken
Ready in 35 minutes · 420 calories per serving.
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12
Golden brown Herb Baked Chicken Breast garnished with fresh herbs on a baking sheet, ready to serve.
Herb Baked Chicken Breast
Ready in 35 minutes · 280 calories per serving.
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13
A close-up of perfectly sliced easy poached chicken breast on a wooden cutting board, ready for meal prep.
Easy Poached Chicken
Ready in 35 minutes · 200 calories per serving.
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14
Close-up of golden-brown Basil Chicken with Kumquats, garnished with fresh basil leaves and served in a skillet.
Basil Chicken with Kumquats
Ready in 35 minutes · 350 calories per serving.
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15
A close-up of a skillet filled with golden-brown, tender chipotle chicken pieces, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Smoky Chipotle Chicken
Ready in 35 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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16
A close-up of golden-brown Italian Sheet Pan Chicken Breast with colorful roasted bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes.
Italian Sheet Pan Chicken Breast
Ready in 40 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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17
A vibrant sheet pan with golden-brown Balsamic Chicken and Brussels Sprouts, glistening with glaze, ready to serve.
Balsamic Chicken and Brussels Sprouts
Ready in 40 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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18
A row of four glass meal prep containers filled with roasted chicken, sweet potatoes, and charred broccoli.
Roasted Chicken and Sweet Potato Meal Prep
Ready in 40 minutes · 420 calories per serving.
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19
A close-up of golden-brown Creamy Tuscan Chicken in a skillet, garnished with fresh basil.
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Ready in 40 minutes · 650 calories per serving.
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20
A vibrant plate of gluten-free paleo chicken and avocado burritos, filled with tender chicken, creamy avocado, and fresh salsa.
Chicken and Avocado Burritos (Gluten-Free, Paleo)
Ready in 40 minutes · 480 calories per serving.
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21
Four baked beefsteak tomatoes stuffed with a golden quinoa and chicken mixture, topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
Stuffed Tomatoes with Chicken Quinoa
Ready in 45 minutes · 345 calories per serving.
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22
Golden brown crispy chicken thighs served next to bright green sautéed asparagus with lemon zest.
Asado Chicken Thighs and Sauteed Lemon Asparagus
Ready in 45 minutes · 480 calories per serving.
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23
A golden-brown Spinach Artichoke Chicken Bake bubbling in a white casserole dish, garnished with fresh parsley.
Spinach Artichoke Chicken Bake
Ready in 45 minutes · 550 calories per serving.
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24
A vibrant Greek Sheet Pan Chicken dinner with golden-brown chicken thighs, roasted potatoes, bell peppers, and zucchini, garnished with fresh herbs.
Greek Sheet Pan Chicken
Ready in 50 minutes · 550 calories per serving.
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25
A golden-brown Whole30 Chicken Broccoli Casserole, bubbling and topped with fresh herbs, ready to be served.
Whole30 Chicken Broccoli Casserole (paleo, dairy-free)
Ready in 50 minutes · 480 calories per serving.
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26
Four glass meal prep containers filled with grilled chicken, zucchini, bell peppers, and brown rice.
Meal Prep Grilled Chicken Veggie Bowls
Ready in 55 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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27
A golden Turmeric Chicken and Rice Casserole baked in a ceramic dish, garnished with fresh parsley.
Turmeric Chicken and Rice Casserole
Ready in 60 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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28
A close-up of two golden BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, garnished with fresh cilantro, on a rustic wooden board.
BBQ Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Ready in 60 minutes · 500 calories per serving.
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29
Close-up of golden-brown grilled Greek Chicken Kabobs with colorful vegetables on skewers.
Greek Chicken Kabobs
Ready in 62 minutes · 350 calories per serving.
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30
A golden-brown Lemon Garlic Spatchcock Chicken, perfectly roasted with crispy skin and fresh herbs, ready to be served.
Lemon Garlic Spatchcock Chicken
Ready in 65 minutes · 600 calories per serving.
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Gluten-Free Salads

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A bowl of creamy Ultimate Chicken Salad with fresh herbs, ready to be served on a sandwich or with crackers.
Ultimate Chicken Salad
Ready in 15 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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32
A vibrant bowl of Mandarin Chicken Salad with crisp lettuce, shredded chicken, mandarin oranges, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Mandarin Chicken Salad
Ready in 20 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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33
A fresh spinach chicken salad with grilled chicken strips, goat cheese, and walnuts in a white bowl
Spinach Chicken Salad
Ready in 27 minutes · 385 calories per serving.
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34
A vibrant Chicken Bacon Ranch Chopped Salad in a large bowl, with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Chopped Salad
Ready in 35 minutes · 550 calories per serving.
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35
A beautifully arranged classic Cobb Salad with chicken, bacon, avocado, tomatoes, eggs, and blue cheese, drizzled with vinaigrette.
Classic Cobb Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette
Ready in 35 minutes · 650 calories per serving.
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36
A colorful bowl of Southwest Chicken Salad with grilled chicken, corn, black beans, avocado, and cilantro, ready to be served.
Zesty Southwest Chicken Salad
Ready in 35 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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Gluten-Free Soups & Stews

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A steaming bowl of creamy White Chicken Chili topped with fresh cilantro, avocado, and a dollop of sour cream, ready to be enjoyed.
White Chicken Chili
Ready in 45 minutes · 450 calories per serving.
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38
A steaming bowl of golden Avgolemono Soup with tender chicken, rice, and fresh dill, garnished with lemon slices.
Avgolemono Soup (Greek Lemon Chicken & Rice Soup)
Ready in 55 minutes · 300 calories per serving.
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Gluten-Free Appetizers & Snacks

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Crispy golden Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Lemon Pepper seasoning on a white plate garnished with fresh lemon slices
Air Fryer Chicken Wings (Lemon Pepper)
Ready in 35 minutes · 320 calories per serving.
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Gluten-Free Sauces, Dressings & Dips

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A vibrant spread of marinated chicken pieces in different bowls, showcasing 6 simple chicken marinades.
6 Simple Chicken Marinades
Ready in 10 minutes · 150 calories per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all of these recipes really gluten-free?

Yes. Each recipe was checked against its full ingredient list before being included here. Brands vary, so always read the labels on packaged ingredients.

What is the quickest recipe in this collection?

6 Simple Chicken Marinades is the fastest, ready in about 10 minutes from start to finish.

How many calories are in these recipes?

They range from about 150 to 650 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated per serving on each recipe card and varies with the exact ingredients you use.

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