• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Seasonal Cravings

Seasonal Recipes and Travel

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • Resources
    • Gluten Free For Beginners
    • Gluten Free Food List
    • Pros and Cons of a Gluten Free Diet
    • How To Meal Plan
    • Clean Eating For Beginners
    • Clean Eating Pantry Staples
    • Gluten Free Halloween Candy List
    • Gluten Free Diet Meal Plan
    • 100 Gluten Free Dairy Free Breakfasts
    • 100 Gluten Free Lunch Ideas for Kids
    • 50 Easy Gluten Free Chicken Dinner Recipes
    • 45 Best Gluten Free Products at Costco
    • 30 Best Gluten Free Products at Trader Joe's
  • Recipes
    • Dairy Free
    • Keto
    • Paleo
    • Whole30
    • Appetizers
    • Breakfast
    • Cocktails
    • Desserts
    • Dinner
    • Instant Pot
    • Salads
    • Slow Cooker
    • Soups
    • Smoothies
  • Lifestyle
  • Travel
  • About
    • About Karen
    • Contact
    • Disclaimer | Policies
    • Food Blogging Resources
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipe Index
  • Resources
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Dinner

    25 Inexpensive Gluten Free Dinners Your Family Will Love

    Published: Feb 20, 2023 Modified: Feb 28, 2023 by Abigail This post may contain affiliate links.

    cheap gluten free dinner

    Going gluten free doesn't have to mean splurging on expensive ingredients and meals. It's easy to stick to a budget with so many gluten free options that are budget-friendly and available at your local grocery store. This collection of inexpensive gluten free dinners is a good example of how you can use basic pantry staples and turn them into delicious dinners that your family will love.

    1. Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli [Gluten Free]

    Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli gluten free

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli is loaded with tender beef and a sauce full of flavor. Made gluten free and super easy in the Instant Pot.

    2. Greek Lemon Chicken

    Greek Lemon Chicken

    Photo Credit: Dinner at the Zoo

    This Greek lemon chicken is boneless chicken breast marinated with olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs, then grilled to perfection. A quick and easy dinner option that’s perfect for everyday meals yet is elegant enough for entertaining.

    3. Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup

    Pumpkin and sweet potato soup.

    Photo Credit: Aussie Home Cook

    Make this hearty pumpkin and sweet potato soup any day of the week. It is comforting and packed with flavor. With roast pumpkin and sweet potato, it's budget-friendly and simple to make.

    4. Stir Fry Vermicelli Noodles

    Stir Fry Vermicelli Noodles

    Photo Credit: My Plantiful Cooking

    This Chinese-inspired stir-fry rice vermicelli noodle is packed with flavors, filling, and incredibly satisfying. A quick one-pan meal that is fuss-free and ready in 30 minutes. This fried bee hoon is also healthy and packed with colorful veggies!

    5. Gluten Free Kung Pao Chicken

    Gluten Free Kung Pao Chicken

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    Bursting with flavor and beyond easy to make, this Gluten-Free Kung Pao Chicken is a healthier twist on your favorite take-out dish. The perfect combination of salty and sweet, this savory recipe is sure to become your new weeknight staple.

    6. Pesto Quinoa and Chickpea Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

    Pesto Quinoa and Chickpea Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

    Photo Credit; Avocado Skillet

    Treat your taste buds to this pesto quinoa stuffed spaghetti squash. It is easy to make and gluten free. Bonus: it is budget-friendly, too!

    7. Easy Chicken Pho

    chicken pho with sriracha sauce

    Photo credit: Karen Kelly

    This Easy Chicken Pho can be made in under 30 minutes and is loaded with garlic, ginger, and anise flavors. A great option for quick, inexpensive dinners. (gluten free)

    8. Gluten Free Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Gluten Free Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Photo Credit: Dish by Dish

    These easy gluten-free stuffed peppers are filled with a flavorful mixture of fluffy quinoa, minced beef, and sautéed veggies. A colorful and vibrant meal that’s filling and flavorful, these baked stuffed peppers are totally dairy-free, too.

    9. Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina

    Gnocchi alla Sorrentina

    Photo Credit: Mae's Menu

    Also known as gnocchi al forno, these cheesy baked potato dumplings are the ultimate Italian comfort food! You don't have to work hard for comfort, either: gnocchi alla sorrentina is easy to make and ready in a snap!

    10. Cauliflower Broccoli Bake with Alfredo {Keto}

    Cauliflower Broccoli Alfredo Bake

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    Craving some creamy goodness? This Cauliflower Broccoli Bake with Alfredo will satisfy your cheesy cravings. It's packed with cauliflower rice, broccoli, alfredo sauce, and parmesan cheese.

    11. Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin

    Instant Pot pork tenderloin in a white bowl.

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    This Easy Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin will become your go-to dinner the whole family will love. Tender pork with sweet brown sugar and balsamic sauce.

    12. Ramen with Roasted Tomatoes

    Ramen with Roasted Tomatoes

    Photo Credit: Lane and Greyfare

    The roasted tomatoes in this ramen noodles recipe bring such an amazing umami flavor to this dish. This delicious meal is gluten free, nut free and can easily be vegan by making a few minor substitutions.

    13. Greek Spinach and Rice

    Greek Spinach and Rice

    Photo Credit: Herbs & Flour

    Spanakorizo is a traditional Greek Spinach and Rice dish that can be served as a vegetarian meal or side dish. This easy recipe uses simple, fresh ingredients to produce a healthy and delicious dish.

    14. Arugula and Prosciutto Pizza

    Arugula and Prosciutto Pizza

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    Arugula and Prosciutto Pizza is sweet and savory rolled into one. The prosciutto and mozzarella add just the right amount of salty, and the sweet balsamic glaze really takes the flavor over the top. Be sure to use gluten free pizza dough!

    15. 15 Bean Soup

    15 Bean Soup

    Photo Credit: The Clean Eating Couple

    15 Bean Soup is a vegetarian bean soup recipe everyone will love! Vegan, high protein, tasty & easily made in the slow cooker, instant pot, or on the stove. This is the best bean soup recipe. So hearty, filling, and easy to make!

    16. Acorn Squash Soup with Turmeric

    Acorn Squash Soup with Turmeric for thanksgiving dinner

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    Acorn Squash Soup with Turmeric will warm your bones this winter. It's so creamy and delicious that you won't realize how healthy it is. Full of veggies and made dairy free with coconut milk.

    17. Vegan Thai Green Curry

    Vegan Thai Curry

    Photo Credit: Vegan Huggs

    This Vegan Thai Green Curry recipe is a fragrant and flavorful one-pan dish crammed with wholesome vegetables and tofu simmered in a rich, creamy green sauce! With a mix of mildly spicy, savory, tangy, and umami flavors- this dish will make your senses reel in delight!

    18. Lentil Dahl

    Lentil Dahl

    Photo Credit: Nourish Plate

    Simple and delicious lentil dhal made with just a few pantry ingredients. This vegan dish is healthy, cheap, and very satisfying. Red lentils are cooked with fragrant spices and creamy coconut milk until a creamy and thick texture is reached.

    19. Instant Pot Chicken Teriyaki Recipe

    Instant Pot Chicken Teriyaki

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    Instant Pot Chicken Teriyaki thighs are the easiest weeknight recipe ever. The teriyaki sauce is easily made with only a few ingredients and gluten free.

    20. Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast with Garlic Herb Butter

    Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast with Garlic Herb Butter

    Photo Credit: Rich and Delish

    This cast iron skillet chicken is super easy to make, perfectly seasoned golden brown chicken that is tender and juicy and goes perfectly with any side dish! To make this even better, it is topped with a garlic herb butter that adds even more flavor!

    21. Easy Vegan Enchilada Soup

    Easy Vegan Enchilada Soup

    Photo Credit: Easy Chickpeasy

    This vegan enchilada soup uses red enchilada sauce to pack tons of flavor into a short cooking time. Between the bold flavors and creamy-yet-hearty texture, this vegan soup will quickly become one of your favorite one-pot recipes.

    22. Instant Pot Beef Stew

    Instant Pot Beef Stew

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    This Gluten Free Instant Pot Beef Stew is a hearty choice for a weeknight dinner. It's full of potatoes, carrots, and celery, plus lots of warm flavors from the spices. It can be put together in around 30 minutes in the Instant Pot.

    23. Philly Cheese Beef Skillet

    Philly Cheese Beef Skillet

    Photo Credit: Officially Gluten Free

    This Keto Philly Cheesesteak Style Beef Skillet is a delicious mix between sloppy joes and Philly cheesesteak. It’s an easy and inexpensive family friendly meal that can be thrown together in less than 30 minutes.

    24. Chicken Adobo

    Chicken Adobo

    Photo Credit: Boulder Locavore

    Chicken Adobo is a favorite tangy, salty, sweet Filipino recipe because it’s easy and delicious! It is made even easier with the slow cooker. Only a few minutes to set it up, and your favorite comfort food is ready in 4 effortless hours.

    25. Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers

    Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers

    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly

    This Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers is the easiest dinner ever, and it's paleo, whole30, and gluten free. This is the perfect weeknight meal for busy families.

    Reader Interactions

    If you make this recipe, be sure to tag #seasonal_cravings on Instagram.  Please leave a comment below and rate the recipe. Thanks so much!

    Follow us on Pinterest, Facebook , and Instagram for all of the latest recipes and content.

     

    Tell Us What You Think Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Hello!

    I'm Karen Kelly a food and travel writer, health coach and recipe creator. At Seasonal Cravings you will find quick, healthy recipes and the best travel tips!

    ABOUT KAREN»

    Soups & Stews

    salsa verde soup

    Salsa Verde Chicken Soup

    70 easy gluten free dinners

    79 Easy Gluten Free Dinner Recipes

    tortellini soup with bread

    Tortellini Soup with Sausage

    Instant Pot Beef Stew {Gluten Free}

    Instant Pot Taco Soup

    Healthy Turkey Chili - gluten free

    Healthy Turkey Chili

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Recipes
    • About Me
    • Disclaimer | Policies

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    Copyright © 2023 Seasonal Cravings