8 Easy Paleo Chicken Recipes

These 8 paleo 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 to make sure it contains no grains, legumes, dairy or refined sugar, using swaps like almond flour, coconut milk and coconut sugar instead.

At a Glance

  • 8 recipes in this collection
  • Typical total time: about 50 minutes
  • 2 recipes ready in 20 minutes or less
  • Quickest: Homemade Chicken Breakfast Sausage in 20 minutes
  • Calories: about 110 to 480 per serving

Paleo Breakfast

1
Golden brown chicken breakfast sausage patties cooking in a cast iron skillet with fresh herbs
Homemade Chicken Breakfast Sausage
Ready in 20 minutes · 110 calories per serving.
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Paleo Dinner & Main Dishes

2
Golden brown air fryer chicken breast sliced on a white plate showing juicy interior
Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Ready in 20 minutes · 240 calories per serving.
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3
A close-up of perfectly cooked, tender shredded chicken in a bowl, ready for various meals. Learn how to make shredded chicken easily.
How to Make Shredded Chicken
Ready in 25 minutes · 200 calories per serving.
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4
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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5
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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6
Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs with golden brown skin on a white plate with fresh herbs
Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs
Ready in 50 minutes · 380 calories per serving.
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7
Golden crispy air fryer whole chicken on a white plate with herbs and roasted vegetables
Air Fryer Whole Chicken
Ready in 60 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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8
Slow cooker whole chicken with golden brown skin and herbs on a white platter
Slow Cooker Whole Chicken
Ready in 375 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all of these recipes really paleo?

Yes. Each recipe was checked against its full ingredient list before being included here. Portions and brands vary, so check the details on each recipe card.

What is the quickest recipe in this collection?

Homemade Chicken Breakfast Sausage is the fastest, ready in about 20 minutes from start to finish.

How many calories are in these recipes?

They range from about 110 to 480 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated per serving on each recipe card and varies with the exact ingredients you use.

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