Looking for a delicious side dish for your next weeknight dinner? Impress your dinner companions with these mouthwatering sides for grilled chicken that go beyond the usual suspects. Discover the pairings that perfectly complement grilled chicken, from marinated tomatoes to dairy-free mashed potatoes.
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Alpha-gal sensitivities vary by person. You should understand your dietary restrictions, making any adjustments needed, and directing any questions to your physician.
Grilled chicken is a classic entree, but we alpha gals eat SO MUCH chicken that it starts to get pretty routine. That’s where the perfect accompaniment comes in. Not only does it complement the flavors of your grilled chicken, but it can turn an ordinary meal into a culinary masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of fresh vegetables, crave carbs, or want to try something more exotic, these sides for grilled chicken will leave your taste buds singing.
From the smoky heat of Hatch green chile potato salad to the creamy dreaminess of homemade Lebanese hummus, these delectable side dishes are more than an afterthought. They’re co-stars in a meal that’s sure to impress and bring amazing flavors to your dinner table!
NOTE: Because the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology reports that most people with alpha-gal can tolerate “moderate, lean dairy,” some of the recipes below may include butter, cheese, or another dairy product. If you are an alpha gal who avoids dairy, please make a dairy-free substitution. From vegan butter to plant milk cheeses, Miyoko’s is one of my favorite brands. And, even if you can tolerate dairy, I recommend that alpha gals stick with vegetarian cheese.
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Marinated Tomatoes
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Grilled Asparagus
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Linguine Pasta Salad
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Roasted Vegetable Pasta Salad
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Black Bean Salad with Avocado
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Lebanese Hummus
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Hatch Green Chile Potato Salad
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Sweet and Savory Sauteed Green Beans with Basil
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Classic Macaroni Salad
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Vegan Macaroni Salad
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Crispy Greek Fries
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Cucumber Salad
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Sweet Potato Beet Salad
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Baked Sweet Potato Fries
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Cheddar Cheese Sourdough Biscuits
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Sweet Corn and Tomato Salad
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Italian pasta salad
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Easy Broccoli Salad
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Fruit Salsa
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Dairy-Free Mashed Potatoes
Looking for More Chicken Side Dishes?
Alpha gals tend to eat a lot of chicken. Fortunately, I’ve got you covered with even more delicious side dishes! Be sure to also check out these flavorful options:
What are Your Favorite Sides for Grilled Chicken?
What are your go-to sides for grilled chicken? Did any of these recipes make your mouth water and inspire you to try something new? Share your thoughts, favorite recipes, and other recommendations in the comments section below.
I made this marinated tomatoes with grilled chicken and after blending the olive oil and red wine vinegar, it really brought out the sweetness of the tomatoes. Definitely making this again!
That sounds tasty!
Oh wow, so many lovely recipes here that I want to make. Thank you for putting them all together in one place!
Enjoy!
My go-to sides for grilled chicken are usually roasted veggies like potatoes or asparagus. Saving this post so I can try them! I’m particularly excited to try those marinated tomatoes!
If you have homegrown tomatoes, either that you pick from your backyard garden or buy at a farmer’s market, they are AMAZING in that tomato dish!
Thanks for all these great recipes! Super love the cheddar cheese sourdough biscuits and it goes really well with grilled chicken. The crispy greek fries also looks great and sounds delicious, I might reserved it when I have some grilled chicken again over the weekends.
So many delicious choices!
I book marked a ton of these recipes to use when the weather starts warming up and the grill gets going. Thank you for sharing!
You’ll be set for a while!
The macaroni salad will be on my Easter dinner table this year. I’m smoking 4 chickens, my son is grilling a dozen chicken legs and thighs, and another son is deep frying 2 pounds of gizzards and livers.
Have a wonderful Easter!
That sounds delish! Happy Easter!
Wow, you have given me a lot of new and delicious sounding recipes.
I intend to try them all as we cook out a lot. I’m a bit tired of chicken
and not so fond of ground turkey so main the main protein course has
been a challenge. Thank you for the various recipes and the cookie
Recipes at Christmas.
You will have to let me know which side dish is your favorite!
Grilled asparagus is one of my all-time favorite sides, especially during BBQ season. I made it last night to go with our grilled chicken and it was absolutely delicious. The garlic, salt, and pepper really brought out the natural flavors of the asparagus. Roasted Vegetable Pasta Salad is definitely on my to-make list for this weekend. I love the idea of colorful veggies tossed in tahini maple dressing.