25 Gluten-Free Crockpot Recipes: Easy & Delicious Dinners

Finding great gluten-free dinner ideas can be a challenge, but with the convenience of a Crockpot, it just got so much easier. Whether you’re managing a gluten sensitivity or simply exploring a healthier lifestyle, “25 Gluten-Free Crockpot Recipes: Easy & Delicious Dinners” is your go-to guide.

My Crockpot has been a lifesaver on busy days, turning raw ingredients into mouthwatering meals with minimal effort. From hearty stews to comforting classics, I've pulled together some of my favorite recipes that are both gluten-free and incredibly satisfying. Let’s dive into this collection of 25 delicious dinners you can prepare effortlessly with the magic of slow cooking.

1. Slow Cooker Chicken and Quinoa Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of this hearty chicken and quinoa soup.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
2. Add the quinoa, vegetables, and garlic.
3. Pour in the broth and water.
4. Stir in the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
5. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and the quinoa is tender.
6. Shred the chicken with a fork and serve hot.

2. Gluten-Free BBQ Pulled Pork

This BBQ pork is succulent and perfect for sandwiches or tacos.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs pork shoulder
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups gluten-free BBQ sauce
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the Crockpot.
2. Season the pork shoulder with salt and pepper and place it on top of the onions.
3. Pour the chicken broth and BBQ sauce over the pork.
4. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or until pork is tender and shreds easily.
5. Shred the pork with two forks and mix with the sauce before serving.

3. Slow Cooker Beef Stew

A comforting classic perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 3 potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free)
• 2 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the beef in the Crockpot.
2. Add the vegetables, garlic, and tomato paste.
3. Pour in the beef broth and red wine.
4. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
5. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

4. Crockpot Turkey Chili

A hearty and healthy chili perfect for any day of the week.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground turkey in a skillet, then transfer to the Crockpot.
2. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, beans, tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the chili is thickened and flavors are combined.

5. Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken

This chicken dish is zesty and perfect served with rice or veggies.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• Juice of 2 lemons
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
2. Add the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and chicken broth.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

6. Gluten-Free Crockpot Lasagna

Enjoy a lasagna night without the gluten!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 jar gluten-free marinara sauce
• 1 package gluten-free lasagna noodles
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef with onion and garlic in a skillet, then drain.
2. In a bowl, mix the ricotta cheese, egg, half of the mozzarella, and Parmesan.
3. Spread a layer of marinara sauce at the bottom of the Crockpot.
4. Layer with lasagna noodles, ground beef, and ricotta mixture.
5. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, ending with marinara and cheese.
6. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the noodles are tender and cooked through.

7. Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken

This takeout favorite is easy to make at home.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup gluten-free soy sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp ginger powder

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken thighs in the Crockpot.
2. Add the bell pepper, onion, and pineapple chunks.
3. Mix the soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and ginger powder in a bowl.
4. Pour the mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
5. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

8. Crockpot Beef and Broccoli

Skip the takeout and make your own beef and broccoli!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef flank steak, sliced thinly
• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup gluten-free soy sauce
• 1/4 cup beef broth
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for slurry)

Instructions:

1. Place the sliced beef in the Crockpot.
2. Add the soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours.
4. Add the broccoli florets.
5. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook on high for another 30 minutes until the sauce thickens.

9. Slow Cooker Stuffed Bell Peppers

These bell peppers are packed with flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, tops cut off and seeds removed
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix the ground turkey, cooked quinoa, diced tomatoes, half of the cheese, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Stuff the bell peppers with the mixture.
3. Place the stuffed peppers in the Crockpot.
4. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the peppers are tender.
5. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the peppers and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

10. Chicken Tikka Masala

This Indian-inspired dish is packed with rich flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, minced
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp garam masala
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken thighs in the Crockpot.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger.
3. Pour in the coconut milk and diced tomatoes.
4. Stir in the tomato paste and all the spices.
5. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the chicken is tender and the sauce is thick and flavorful.

11. Crockpot Balsamic Chicken

A savory and sweet chicken dish perfect with a side of veggies.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp basil
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
2. Add the balsamic vinegar, honey, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

12. Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

This Italian classic is hearty and delicious.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage links
• 4 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the sausage links at the bottom of the Crockpot.
2. Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the sausages are fully cooked and the peppers are tender.

13. Slow Cooker Ratatouille

A veggie-packed French classic.

Ingredients:

• 1 eggplant, cubed
• 2 zucchinis, sliced
• 2 bell peppers, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place all the vegetables in the Crockpot.
2. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, thyme, basil, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir to combine.
4. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the vegetables are tender and flavorful.

14. Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

Skip the skillet and make fajitas right in your Crockpot.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 packet gluten-free fajita seasoning
• 1/4 cup chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
2. Add the bell peppers, onion, garlic, and fajita seasoning.
3. Pour in the chicken broth.
4. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
5. Shred the chicken and mix with the vegetables before serving.

15. Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

A tangy and comforting soup with a Mediterranean twist.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 carrots, chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• Juice of 2 lemons
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup rice

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
2. Add the broth, vegetables, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours.
4. Add rice about 30 minutes before serving.
5. Shred the chicken with a fork and mix into the soup.

16. Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken

A sweet and savory delight for any dinner.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/2 cup gluten-free teriyaki sauce
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for slurry)

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken thighs in the Crockpot.
2. Add the pineapple chunks, teriyaki sauce, chicken broth, garlic, and ginger.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours.
4. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until the sauce thickens.

17. Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

Creamy, rich, and perfect over pasta or rice.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
2. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
3. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the chicken is tender.
4. Stir in the fresh spinach about 15 minutes before serving.

18. Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup

A velvety and nutritious soup for a cozy meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1/2 cup coconut milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the butternut squash, onion, and garlic in the Crockpot.
2. Pour in the vegetable broth.
3. Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the squash is tender.
5. Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
6. Stir in the coconut milk before serving.

19. Crockpot Pork Chops with Apples

Pork chops with apples are a classic fall dish.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless pork chops
• 2 apples, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the pork chops in the Crockpot.
2. Add the apple slices, onion, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, honey, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the pork chops are tender.

20. Slow Cooker Vegan Chili

Hearty, spicy, and perfect for a meatless Monday.

Ingredients:

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place all the beans in the Crockpot.
2. Add the diced tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, garlic, and vegetable broth.
3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the chili is thickened and flavors are combined.

21. Crockpot Zuppa Toscana

A creamy and hearty soup inspired by the famous Italian restaurant.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups kale, chopped
• 4 potatoes, diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brown the sausage in a skillet and transfer to the Crockpot.
2. Add the chicken broth, onion, garlic, kale, potatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
4. Stir in the heavy cream about 15 minutes before serving.

22. Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken

A rich, nutty, and slightly spicy chicken dish.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup soy sauce (gluten-free)
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken breasts in the Crockpot.
2. Mix the peanut butter, soy sauce, chicken broth, lime juice, honey, ginger, and garlic in a bowl.
3. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
4. Add the red bell pepper slices.
5. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the chicken is tender.

23. Crockpot Moroccan Chickpea Stew

An exotic and flavorful vegetarian stew.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 zucchinis, sliced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the chickpeas, onion, carrots, zucchinis, garlic, diced tomatoes, apricots, and vegetable broth in the Crockpot.
2. Stir in the cumin, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined.

24. Slow Cooker Shrimp and Grits

A Southern classic made easy in the Crockpot.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup grits
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp hot sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the grits, chicken broth, bell pepper, onion, garlic, butter, hot sauce, salt, and pepper in the Crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 4-5 hours or until the grits are tender.
3. Stir in the cheddar cheese and heavy cream.
4. Add the shrimp and cook for an additional 20-30 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

25. Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Salmon

A healthy and light dinner that's perfect for any night.

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dill
• 1 tsp parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the salmon fillets in the Crockpot.
2. Add the lemon slices and garlic.
3. Pour in the chicken broth and olive oil.
4. Sprinkle the dill, parsley, salt, and pepper over the salmon.
5. Cook on low for 1-2 hours or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Conclusion

And there you have it, folks! Twenty-five amazing gluten-free Crockpot recipes that are both easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying. Whether you’re trying to eat healthier or just looking for some new dinner ideas, these recipes are sure to become favorites in your household as they have in mine. Happy slow cooking!