Description
These Easy Gluten-Free Dinner Recipes are packed with flavor, simple to prepare, and perfect for anyone following a gluten-free diet. Whether you’re looking for quick weeknight meals or comforting home-cooked dishes, these recipes use naturally gluten-free ingredients like fresh vegetables, lean proteins, and alternative grains. From lemon garlic chicken with quinoa to zucchini noodles with shrimp, you’ll find a delicious, hassle-free dinner idea here.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
For the Quinoa:
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a pan over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Cook the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Cook the Quinoa:
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of broth to a boil.
- Add rinsed quinoa and salt. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and stir in olive oil and fresh parsley.
Serve & Enjoy:
- Plate the quinoa and top with sliced lemon garlic chicken. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- Vegetarian Alternative: Swap chicken for grilled tofu or chickpeas.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with roasted vegetables or a side salad.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Store in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing & Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg