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Back to School Quick Dinner Ideas

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by Lindsay Cotter Updated: Aug 08, 2025

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If you have a little one, you’re probably dealing with Back to School chaos right now. And we’re here to help with gluten-free, quick dinner ideas that you can throw in a crockpot, make in one pan for easy clean up, or have on the table in under than 30 minutes!

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8 Quick Dinner Ideas

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African Peanut Stew

This peanut stew is a wholesome dairy free and gluten free meal that’s packed with nourishment and warming flavors. It’s delicious over rice and feeds a crowd. Freezer friendly and made with healthy, real food ingredients!

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Sage chicken thighs topped with roasted lemon slices and green olives.

Lemon Sage Chicken Thighs

Prepare these easy lemon sage chicken thighs with onions and olives in a single skillet for a quick, light, and savory weeknight meal!

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One Skillet Mexican Quinoa

This Mexican quinoa recipe is made in ONE skillet for an easy, nourishing, vegetarian meal perfect for easy weeknight dinners!

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Tuna Noodle Casserole

Not your average tuna noodle casserole, this version is gluten-free, dairy-free, budget-friendly,  and bakes in minutes for an easy dinner the whole family will enjoy!

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Chipotle Sweet Potato Chili

Make this gluten-free, bean-free chipotle sweet potato chili recipe in the slow cooker or on the stovetop for a quick, weeknight dinner!

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Southwest Polenta Casserole

Southwest black beans polenta casserole is a gluten-free, vegetarian casserole made with black beans, polenta, peppers, cheese, and more. An easy, healthy, freezer friendly dinner recipe!

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BBQ Tempeh Quinoa Salad

Enjoy a hearty, plant-based meal with the sweet, savory, refreshing flavors and textures of this BBQ tempeh salad with quinoa and dairy-free Ranch dressing!

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shrimp taco recipe with fire roasted tomatoes

Crock Pot Shrimp Tacos

These Crock Pot Fire Roasted Tomato Shrimp Tacos are easy to make and full of Mexican-inspired flavor for a healthy meal everyone will love. Serve them in gluten-free tortillas!

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Hi, y’all, I’m Lindsay Cotter, a Nutrition Specialist with a focus on Gluten-Free eating. I love creating delicious nourishing food that anyone can enjoy.

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