30+ Gluten Free Slow Cooker Dinner Recipes
Developed and tested by Robyn Conley Downs
on Nov 13, 2021 (last updated Jan 27, 2026) 
Gluten-free, slow-cooked, and stress-free, these are the dinners I reach for when I need something easy and reliably good, so whether you’re gluten-free by need or by choice, these slow cooker recipes are here to make dinner simpler! They’re cozy, weeknight-friendly, and real-life tested, so you can toss everything in the slow cooker, walk away, and come back to something satisfying.
Tip: Ingredients Matter!
As always, check each individual ingredient you use when making a recipe to make ensure it’s gluten free!
3-Ingredient Crockpot Salsa Chicken Stuffed Potatoes
3-Ingredient crockpot salsa chicken stuffed potatoes is the easiest, most delicious, wildly simple slow cooker recipe you’ll find anywhere. What’s more, you don't have to chop a thing, and everything cooks together in the slow cooker (even the potatoes!), so prep is super fast and cleanup is a breeze!
Ingredients: chicken breasts or chicken thighs, salsa, and russet potatoes.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup (Dump-and-Go!)
This easy slow cooker chicken tortilla soup is simple to make with basic pantry ingredients, is packed with juicy chicken, vibrant veggies, and hearty beans; topped with crispy tortilla strips (no soggy tortillas here!), and is a 5-minute prep, dump-and-go crockpot that's bound to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or chicken thighs), chicken stock, corn tortillas, avocado oil, onion, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, fire roasted tomatoes with green chilis, garlic powder, mild chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, lime juice and salt.
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Slow Cooker Peach Chicken with Basil
Slow Cooker Peach Chicken with Basil combines juicy peaches, balsamic vinegar, and fresh basil for an easy, flavorful dinner anytime. Easy enough to throw together on a weeknight, this one’s bound to become a new family-favorite recipe!
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or chicken thighs), onion, balsamic vinegar, peaches, basil, garlic powder and salt.
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5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Fajita Salsa Chicken
The perfect recipe for when you’re short on time but still want a delicious, real food dinner, 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Fajita Salsa Chicken is a snap to prep and requires just a handful of ingredients.
Ingredients: chicken, onion, bell pepper, salsa, lime juice and salt
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Crockpot White Chicken Chili (Dump-and-Go)
Dump everything in the crockpot and walk away! My crockpot white chicken chili takes five minutes of prep, no pre-cooking required, and comes out thick and creamy from white beans and cream cheese.
Ingredients: chicken breast, stock, white beans, mild green chilis, salsa verde, onion, garlic powder, cumin, cream cheese.
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Thai Inspired Chicken Meatball Soup
Cozy and delicious Thai Inspired Chicken Meatball Soup can be made on the stovetop or slow cooker resulting in a super flavorful coconut curry broth. Includes easy swaps to make this whole30, paleo, nut-free, vegetarian and vegan friendly!
Ingredients: ground chicken, rice noodles, chicken stock, almond flour (or oat flour), lemongrass, garlic, ginger, red curry paste, fish sauce, coconut aminos, water, coconut milk, baby spinach, lime juice and salt (includes swaps for vegetarian, vegan, whole30, paleo)
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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potatoes (5-Ingredients!)
This Buffalo chicken sweet potato recipe cooks completely in the slow cooker as a one-pot meal, requires no chopping, only 5-minutes of prep, and just 5 simple ingredients. It's packed with protein and completely crave-worthy.
Ingredients: chicken, sweet potatoes, hot sauce, yogurt, lime juice, butter and salt
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Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie Soup (Weeknight Easy!)
This Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie Soup is creamy, comforting, and hands-off, just toss in simple ingredients, walk away, and come home to a bowl of classic comfort (with a dairy-free option if you need it)!
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or thighs), chicken stock, carrots, celery, onion, frozen peas, coconut milk, bay leaf and other seasonings
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Slow Cooker Beef Chili (Thick, Hearty & Easy!)
Hearty slow cooker beef chili made with ground beef, kidney beans, and a rich blend of spices is thick, cozy, and perfect for easy weeknight dinners or game day.
Ingredients: onion, bell pepper, salt, ground beef, beef stock, kidney beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with chili, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, paprika, sugar.
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Sausage, Cabbage & Sweet Potato Stew (Instant Pot, Crockpot, Stove Top)
Sausage, Cabbage & Sweet Potato Stew is a super-simple, ultra comforting one-pot meal that comes together in a matter of minutes. A cozy, delicious gluten-free, dairy-free, whole30 recipe that can be made in the Instant Pot, Crockpot or stove top.
Ingredients: polish beef sausage, stock, sweet potato, purple cabbage, onion, apple cider vinegar
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Slow Cooker Turkey Sweet Potato Chili
Slow cooker turkey sweet potato chili made with ground turkey, three beans, bell pepper, and warm spices. Hearty, filling, and ready with minimal prep.
Ingredients: ground turkey, canned beans, bell peppers, onion, sweet potato, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, lime juice, and salt.
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Juicy Crockpot Turkey Meatballs (No Browning Required!)
Okay, so turkey meatballs have a reputation problem. They're either dry, or they require a whole production: browning, baking, or frying. My turkey meatballs do none of that! No egg, no breadcrumbs, and no pre-cooking. Instead juicy crockpot turkey meatballs that go straight into the slow cooker and come out tender every single time.
Ingredients: ground turkey, marinara sauce, basil, spinach, onion, garlic powder, parmesan and salt.
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Crockpot Ground Turkey Tacos
My easy slow cooker turkey tacos combine ground turkey meat with tomato sauce & a few simple spices for the perfect, easy prep taco filling. Make tonight taco night!
Ingredients: ground turkey, tomato sauce, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, granulated garlic powder, paprika and salt
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Slow Cooker Ground Turkey Sloppy Joes
Made with ground turkey meat and a homemade sloppy joe sauce including tomato paste, ketchup, and simple spices, this wholesome slow cooker turkey sloppy joe recipe takes ground turkey from a basic protein to a delicious, craveable family meal!
Ingredients: ground turkey, tomato paste, ketchup, mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, onions, red bell peppers, water and salt.
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Crockpot Turkey Soup
Made with carrots, celery, onions and potatoes, this comforting crockpot turkey soup is so easy to prepare. The perfect way to stretch leftover turkey meat into extra meals.
Ingredients: cooked turkey, chicken stock, onion, carrot, celery, potatoes, cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and salt
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Slow Cooker Vegetable Curry
Slow cooker vegetable curry combines sweet potato, chickpeas, cauliflower, spinach, coconut milk, and Indian-style curry powder for an easy dump-and-go, hearty crockpot meal. Makes for the perfect hearty vegetarian and meal that will have you going back for seconds!
Ingredients: chickpeas, sweet potato, cauliflower, onion, vegetable broth, peas, spinach, coconut milk, curry powder, turmeric, ginger, garlic powder, tomato paste, lime juice, and salt
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Easy Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup (Dump and Go!)
This easy, hearty slow cooker vegetable soup is made with a mix of cut veggies that stand up well to a longer cook time, such as carrots, potatoes, and celery (no mush veggies here!) Best of all, you can make it without sautéing the vegetables first, which is a nice time-saver, too!
Ingredients: potatoes, celery, carrot, onion, fire roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, peas, corn, green beans, stock, garlic powder, smoked paprika, bay leaves and salt.
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Easy Slow Cooker Lentil Soup
This easy slow cooker lentil soup is made with simple pantry ingredients like green lentils, celery, carrot and spinach making for a hearty vegan and vegetarian meal. Plus instant pot and stovetop directions!
Ingredients: Green (or brown) lentils, stock, onion, celery, carrot, diced tomatoes, garlic, red wine vinegar, spinach, salt and bay leaves.
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Crockpot Vegetarian Chili
This easy crockpot vegetarian chili recipe tastes delicious and is easy to make with basic pantry ingredients, three beans, vegetables, and spices. Gluten free and vegan!
Ingredients: black beans, pinto beans, kidney beans, bell peppers, onion, fire roasted tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, lime juice, and other spices
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Slow Cooker Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes (5-Ingredients!)
Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes just got easier because now you can make them in the slow cooker, with just 5 simple ingredients, and without chopping or pre-cooking! Yes, easy recipes like this one are my specialty, so let me show you how easy fresh & filling slow cooker meals can be.
Ingredients: black beans, sweet potatoes, salsa, garlic powder and smoked paprika.
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Slow Cooker Creamy Corn Chowder (Vegetarian)
This easy slow cooker corn chowder is a breeze to prep, and is a veggie-packed vegetarian recipe that’s luxuriously creamy without a drop of cream. A surprisingly simple yet deliciously vibrant soup that can be made with fresh or frozen corn!
Ingredients: russet potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, broth, coconut milk, onion, garlic, white wine vinegar and other spices
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Slow Cooker Butternut Squash, Kale & Quinoa Stew
A simple and delicious plant-based meal, Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Stew is hearty, nourishing and packed with all the good stuff.
Ingredients: butternut squash, quinoa, kale, tomatoes, broth, onion, garlic, white wine vinegar, cumin, paprika, and other spices
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Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken with 5-Ingredient Peanut Sauce
Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken with 5-Ingredient Peanut Sauce is a crave-worthy dinner that can be prepped in minutes!
Ingredients: chicken, broccoli, bell peppers, peanut butter, garlic, maple syrup, vinegar and other spices.
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Slow Cooker Enchilada Quinoa (Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free)
A simple drop, stir, cover, and go recipe; Slow Cooker Enchilada Quinoa (Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free) is so easy to prepare, tastes amazing, and packs well for lunch the next day.
Ingredients: quinoa, canned black beans, bell pepper, onion, cumin, garlic powder, mild chili powder, tomato sauce, diced fire-roasted tomatoes, green chilis, lime juice and salt
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5-Ingredient Black Bean Sweet Potato Chili (Slow Cooker, Instant Pot)
5-Ingredient Black Bean Sweet Potato Chili is simple to prepare, totally nourishing, and absolutely delicious.
Ingredients: sweet potatoes, black beans, salsa, vegetable stock, cumin, smoked paprika and salt
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Easy Red Lentil Soup w/ Coconut Milk (Crockpot + Stovetop!)
This easy red lentil soup is an easy one-pot meal you'll want to make again and again. Using dried red lentils, plus simple spices like ginger and turmeric; it comes together with coconut milk for a creamy (without a drop of cream), hearty, and seriously simple vegetarian meal made in the crockpot or stovetop.
Ingredients: red lentils, coconut milk, tomatoes, onion, lime juice, garlic, ginger, turmeric and other spices.
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Sunshine Lemon Chicken Chowder (Crockpot, Instant Pot, Stovetop!)
Light, nourishing, and bursting with flavor this Sunshine Lemon Chicken Chowder makes for an easy weeknight dinner or for anytime. Can easily be made in the slow cooker, Instant Pot, or stovetop.
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or thighs), baby potatoes, celery, cauliflower, onion, chicken stock, coconut milk (or cream), lemon juice, turmeric and other seasonings
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Buffalo Turkey Meatballs (Crockpot or Oven-Baked)
Tender and juicy, my Buffalo ground turkey meatballs are simple to prepare, and come together easily in the slow cooker or baked in the oven; no pre-cooking required! Doused in a spicy homemade Buffalo sauce, it's an easy meal prep + appetizer idea you'll want to make on repeat!
Ingredients: ground turkey, grated onion, almond flour (or breadcrumbs), nutritional yeast (or parmesan cheese), granulated garlic powder, cayenne pepper sauce, butter, and salt.
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Crock Pot Italian Wedding Soup
This Crock Pot Italian Wedding Soup is an easy prep, gluten-free & dairy-free take on the classic everyone knows and loves! A delicious, cozy soup packed with veggies, leafy greens and hearty, tender meatballs. Also includes stovetop directions.
Ingredients: ground beef (or ground turkey), carrots, celery, onion, nutritional yeast, escarole (or kale), chicken stock, garlic, granulated garlic powder, almond flour (or oat flour), baby spinach, lemon juice, egg (optional) and salt
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Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken & Veggies
A versatile, filling, one-pot meal, slow cooker ranch chicken and veggies is made with a simple homemade ranch seasoning blend, chicken, carrots, and potatoes; making for an easy dinner recipe everyone will love!
Ingredients: chicken breasts, chicken stock, potatoes, carrots, yogurt (traditional or plant-based), mayo, apple cider vinegar, homemade ranch seasoning.
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Slow Cooker Carnitas (Loin Roast or Shoulder)
This slow cooker carnitas recipe is super easy to prepare and yields wildly delicious, succulent results everytime. Serve the carnitas warm as a filling for tacos, burritos or in bowls for an easy weeknight dinner win!
Ingredients: pork loin roast (or pork shoulder), orange juice, lime juice, cumin, mild chili powder, garlic powder and salt.
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