Gluten Free Crockpot Recipes

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If you love your slow cooker, there are many great tasting gluten free crock pot recipes to try. The nicest thing about using a slow cooker or crockpot is that you don’t have to really think about it much while cooking, which gives you some convenience. With convenience so hard to come by in a gluten free world, taking advantage of any time saving activity you can – and still eat well – pays off. “Fix it and forget it” as they say!

Before I go any farther though with my own recipes, if you’re serious about using your crock pot for gluten free cooking, then you should definitely consider checking out the book Make It Fast, Cook It Slow: The Big Book of Everyday Slow Cooking. While the book does not advertise itself as being “gluten free” it really is for the most part – and if you do see a recipe or ingredient that’s questionable you can usually make any adjustments easily. Written by a blogger who vowed to use her crock pot every day for one year and keep the recipes, you are ordering a 464 page book that totally transforms the way you think of using a crock pot. You can use it to make everything from delicious drinks to desserts – you’re not confined to your typical soups or meat dishes at all.

But, maybe you don’t have time to order a cookbook right now, you want something to eat tonight, right? Well, if that’s the case, then you might like some of these we included here.

Hearty Crock Pot Stew

Stew is best when slow cooked, and is perfect for any chilly evening, especially in the winter when you need something warm and delicious to fill you up.

You Will Need:
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
3 yukon gold potatoes, cut into cubes
1 pound boneless top sirloin steak, cut into cubes
1 onion, sliced
1 celery stalk, sliced
2 cans of organic gluten free beef broth
1 Bay Leaf
1/4 tsp minced garlic (feel free to crank it up if you love garlic!) Salt & Pepper to Taste

Directions: Marinate the steak cubes in salt for anywhere from 15 minutes to 2 hours and then sear in a frying pan for about 5-10 minutes. Combine all ingredients into your crockpot, allow to simmer on high 4-5 hours. (Or go with medium for 5-6 hours if you need to cook it longer) Serve with fresh gluten free corn muffins.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

You Will Need:
2 cups cooked chicken, cubed or shredded
12 ounces of diced tomatoes (canned or fresh, your choice)
1 onion, diced
1 green onion, diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 green chili pepper, diced
1 medium sized jalepeno pepper, diced
2 cans gluten free chicken broth/stock (make sure you check!)
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chilli powder
1 teaspoon cilantro

For Toppings: 4 corn tortillas
Olive Oil Salt to taste
Sour Cream (optional)
Shredded Colby Jack Cheese (optional)

Directions: Combine all ingredients except toppings into crockpot. Allow to simmer on medium high heat for 4-6 hours. About 30 minutes before serving, cut tortillas into slices and lightly brush on oil and salt. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 10-15 minutes or until toasted. To serve, scoop into bowls and top with your favorite garnishes. (Casein free diets can omit sour cream/cheese) Popular variations on this include adding 1 can of black or navy beans, corn, and a variety of other peppers.

Slow Cooker Chili
A lot of pre-made chili beans have gluten in them, so make sure you read labels and check with manufacturers to be certain. (For example, Bush’s chili beans are a no-no). However most organic and plain varieties are usually safe.

You Will Need:
1 pound of ground beef 1 onion, diced
1 can kidney or pinto beans
1 can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Directions: Brown ground beef and onion in a medium hot skillet. Drain meat and transfer to crock pot and add tomatoes, beans, and spices. Cook on medium or low heat for 2-4 hours.

To serve, you have a wide variety of options. Serve it over gluten free macaroni elbows, or along with your favorite gluten free corn tortilla chips. If casein isn’t off limits, you can add sour cream and cheddar cheese to garnish it.

Hope you enjoy these gluten free crockpot recipes, and if you haven’t already, be sure to check out Make It Fast, Cook It Slow: The Big Book of Everyday Slow Cooking – you can order it today for next time, so that in a few days you will soon have 464 pages of delicious and easy crockpot recipes to make – all gluten free!