Satisfy your taste buds with a delightful journey through our gluten-free dinner recipes! This collection is all about hearty meals that everyone can enjoy, regardless of dietary restrictions.
Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes
Imagine biting into the soft, cheesy layer of an Eggplant Rollatini, or savouring the sweet and tender flavors of Easy 5-Ingredient Sweet Chicken that's entirely gluten-free. Not to forget, our Gluten-Free Oven-Fried Chicken paired with a fresh Baby Spinach Salad brings a crunchy yet refreshing bite to your plate. These dishes promise not just a feast that's safe for those avoiding gluten but a celebration of taste that will leave you wanting more. Each recipe is a testament to the fact that gluten-free dining can be just as delicious and satisfying.
Eggplant Rollatini
Picture tender slices of eggplant hugging a creamy mix of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, all baked in a savory homemade tomato sauce. It's like eggplant Parmesan and lasagna had a delicious baby! Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy night in, this dish is a vibrant celebration of flavors. With just simple ingredients and some prep, you can bring a piece of Italy to your table, making veggies the star of the show.
Ingredients
- 3 medium eggplants (about 2 ½ to 3 pounds), enough for about 20 slices
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing
- ½ small yellow onion, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 28-ounce can fire roasted crushed tomatoes**
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese, plus more for topping
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided, plus more for topping
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
- Fresh basil, to serve (optional
Easy 5-Ingredient Sweet Chicken {Gluten-free}
With just a handful of ingredients, including honey for sweetness, it’s a beloved meal for busy nights or work lunches. This dish stands out for its moist chicken smothered in a tempting sauce, perfect over rice with a side of veggies. Loved for 15 years, it allows serving flexibility: whole, tender cuts, or bite-sized delights soaked in extra sauce.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs. chicken breasts or chicken tenders
- 1 cup honey
- ½ cup ketchup*
- ½ cup gluten-free soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Gluten-Free Oven-Fried Chicken with Baby Spinach Salad
Gluten-Free Oven-Fried Chicken paired with Baby Spinach Salad turns dinner into a crunchy, savory delight, without the gluten. Using a clever breadcrumb mix from crushed tortilla chips, this oven-fried" chicken achieves a perfect crispy crust, baked, not fried, for a healthier twist. It's served atop a fresh bed of baby spinach and cherry tomatoes, dressed lightly with a homemade vinaigrette. This meal brings the comfort of fried chicken and the zest of a summer salad to your table, easily and deliciously.
Ingredients
For the Oven-Fried Chicken:
- Olive oil: 1⁄4 cup (2 fl oz/60 ml), plus more as needed
- Gluten-free tortilla chips: 1 bag (5 1⁄2 oz /170 g)
- Dried marjoram: 1 teaspoon, crumbled
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Cayenne pepper: 1 1⁄4 teaspoon
- Chicken pieces: 3 1⁄2 lb (1.75 kg)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
For the Salad:
- Fresh lime juice: 2 tablespoons
- Baby spinach: 4–6 oz (125–185 g)
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 pint (12 oz/375 g), halved
For the Vinaigrette:
- Included in the olive oil listed above
- Freshly squeezed lime juice (from above)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
NY Style Stretchy Gluten Free Pizza Crust
This isn't your typical gluten-free crust—it folds just like the iconic New York slices, thanks to its thin, chewy base with a hint of crisp around the edges. Crafted from a simple mix of ingredients, including a gluten-free flour blend and tapioca starch, this crust brings the taste of New York right to your kitchen. Perfect for those homemade pizza nights, it promises an authentic experience without the gluten.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (280 g) all purpose gluten free flour blend (Better Batter highly recommended)
- 1 teaspoon xanthan gum omit if your blend already contains it
- ¼ cup (36 g) tapioca starch/flour
- 2 teaspoons (6 g) instant yeast
- 1 ½ teaspoons (6 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 9.5 ounces warm water (about 95°F)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Cooking oil spray
- Your favorite pizza toppings
Creamy Dairy Free Chicken and Vegetable Soup
Warm up with Creamy Dairy Free Chicken and Vegetable Soup, where health meets hearty in a delicious bowl. Packed with vegetables, tender chicken, and flavored with fresh herbs, this soup reinvents comfort food. It's a cinch to make, offering an aromatic, tomato-rich broth thickened with velvety cashew cream. Enjoy the goodness of a classic chicken soup without dairy, perfect for gluten-free and paleo diets too.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup raw cashews
- 1 ½ cups just boiled water + more to soak
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 4 carrots, cut into rounds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts – about 1 – 1 ½ pounds, or about 3 cups worth of leftover cooked shredded chicken
- A few big handfuls of baby spinach
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Authentic Gluten-Free Lo Mein
Perfectly clingy sauce and versatile veggies or chicken dance with rice noodles in this must-have dish. Forget about dine-out woes; the secret's in the make-ahead lo mein sauce, rich with a hint of brown sugar. It's a simple, customizable feast that's ready in minutes.
Ingredients
For the sauce:
- ⅜ cup (96 g) tamari or gluten free soy sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons (14 g) cornstarch (or try arrowroot)
- 3 tablespoons (36 g) rice vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons (18 g) rice wine (can be replaced with more rice vinegar)
- 1.5 teaspoons (7 g) toasted sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons (41 g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger or 1 ½ teaspoons ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon minced dried onion or 1.5 teaspoons onion powder
- ¾ cup (6 fluid ounces) chicken stock or vegetable stock
- 1 fresh scallion chopped
For the lo mein:
- 12 ounces dried rice noodles or gluten free spaghetti, or gluten free linguini
- ½ teaspoon (3 g) toasted sesame oil
- 1 pound skinless boneless chicken breast sliced thin (optional)
- 1 tablespoon (9 g) cornstarch (optional)
For cooking:
- Neutral cooking oil like grapeseed or canola
One Pot Low FODMAP Chicken and Rice
This recipe makes mealtime easy and gut-friendly, perfect for anyone on a Low FODMAP diet. With juicy chicken and a mingle of bell peppers, tomato, and ginger, it's cooked in just one pot for minimal fuss. It's not just easy on the stomach but packed with flavors and nutrients, making your dinner both delicious and hassle-free. Plus, it's dairy-free, satisfying various dietary needs with every spoonful.
Ingredients:
- 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts, about 1 ½ pounds
- ¼ teaspoons sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ¾ teaspoon ground cumin, divided
- 1 ¾ teaspoon paprika, divided
- 1 tablespoon neutral flavoured cooking oil
- 1 red & green bell pepper, each, chopped and deseeded*
- 1 large tomato, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, chopped, fresh
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 cup white rice, uncooked
- 2 cups Casa De Santa Low FODMAP Vegetable Stock, make it by mixing 2 teaspoons of the stock powder with 2 cups hot water
- 2 cups spinach
Easy Minestrone Soup
Easy Minestrone Soup brims with the goodness of autumn's harvest, offering a bowlful of warm Italian spices, veggies, and protein-rich quinoa. Ideal for prep-ahead lunches or cozy dinners, it's a wholesome addition to any table, inviting you to savor the flavors of fall with each hearty spoonful.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 ½ sweet potato cubes
- 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes, not drained
- 1 14 oz can cannellini beans, rinsed
- 2 14 oz cans of gluten free chicken broth
- ⅓ cup quinoa
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 ½ cups swiss chard, chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 rosemary sprigs
- parmesan rind
Greek Chicken
Greek Chicken is a feast of Mediterranean charm, mixing juicy baked chicken with tomatoes, olives, and a zing of lemon. Topped with a sprinkle of feta, this simple dish is a dance of bold flavors and colors on your plate.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound, organic if possible), butterflied into 4 cutlets
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- ¼ cup Castelvetrano or Kalamata olives, halved
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small lemon, thinly sliced into rings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- Fresh ground black pepper
- 4 ounce block feta cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Finely chopped fresh parsley or basil, for garnish
Rotisserie-Style Chicken
Simple to prepare and incredibly satisfying, this dish turns any meal into a special occasion, with the effortless charm of homemade comfort food. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of spices and herbs, this tender chicken, lovingly known as "Church Chicken", has a story of filling homes with its inviting aroma, especially on Sunday mornings.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1-¼ teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¾ teaspoon white pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds)
- 1 medium onion, quartered
