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Gluten Free Tuna Casserole Skillet

This easy recipe for gluten free tuna casserole skillet is made with canned tuna fish. This healthy dinner dish is creamy and has peas in it. I love a tuna pasta bake for a quick weeknight meal.

a twelve inch cast iron frying pan of gluten free tuna casserole skillet with shredded cheddar cheese and gluten free breadcrumbs browned on top

I like to use my twelve inch cast iron pan to make this recipe. I love how even cast iron pans heat. What I didn't love about them was cleaning them until I found this chainmail scrubber. The rubber in the center saves my hands and gets my pan really clean.

After the pan is clean I place it back on the stove on medium heat until all the moisture is gone. Then very carefully I pour a bit of oil into the pan and using a paper towel coat the inside of the pan. Now, my cast iron skillet is ready to go for the next meal.

If you are looking for more skillet recipes try my Gluten Free Sausage, Kale and Potato Skillet, my Gluten Free Corn Pudding Skillet, my Gluten Free Enchilada Skillet or my Gluten Free Sloppy Joe Casserole.

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Ingredients

Instructions

In a stock pot cook the gluten free brown rice pasta per the packages instructions.

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.

While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in your skillet. Cook the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent. Add the gluten free flour and whisk until it absorbs the butter and liquid in the pan.

Add the vegetable broth, milk, salt, pepper, peas and tuna to the skillet mixture. Whisk together all the ingredients. Let the sauce come to a simmer and thicken. 

Add the cooked noodles to the thickened sauce. 

Sprinkle the cheese and bread crumbs over the noodle and sauce mixture.

Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes. The edges of the casserole will be bubbling when it's done.

Turn your oven to High Broil to brown the bread crumbs and cheese. Watch the casserole closely as the browning will happen quickly. 

Remove the casserole from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I clean and season my cast iron skillet?

I love to cook with cast iron. It evenly heats and is easy to clean. I like to use this Cast Iron Skillet Cleaner Chainmail Scrubber. I rinse the pan with hot water to remove any loose food and leftover oil. Then I use the chainmail scrubber to lift up any bits of food left.
 
I place the pan on the stove top at medium heat and let it dry completely. Then I pour a tablespoon of oil on the pan and carefully rub it onto the entire inside of the pan with a paper towel. Remove the skillet from heat and it's ready for your next meal.

Remember to never put your cast iron skillet into the dishwasher.

What type of pasta should I use for this casserole?

I'm a big fan of gluten free brown rice pasta. I like how well it holds up to being baked and doesn't get soggy. I also think brown rice pasta has a nice texture and is the closest thing I've found to regular wheat pasta.
Some of my favorite brown rice pasta brands are: Jovial, Tinkyada, Trader Joe's

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Gluten Free Tuna Casserole Skillet

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  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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Description

This easy recipe for gluten free tuna casserole skillet is made with canned tuna fish. This healthy dinner dish is creamy and has peas in it. I love a tuna pasta bake for a quick weeknight meal. 

Ingredients

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12 ounces Gluten Free Brown Rice Pasta
3 Tbsp. Unsalted Butter
1 small White Onion, Chopped
1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
¼ cup Gluten Free Flour
1 cup Vegetable Broth
1 cup Milk
1 tsp. Sea Salt
½ tsp. Ground Black Pepper
12 ounce bag Frozen Sweet Peas
12 ounce can Tuna, packed in water
1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
1 cup Gluten Free Bread Crumbs

Instructions

In a stock pot cook the gluten free brown rice pasta per the packages instructions.

Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.

While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in your skillet. Cook the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent. Add the gluten free flour and whisk until it absorbs the butter and liquid in the pan.

Add the vegetable broth, milk, salt, pepper, peas and tuna to the skillet mixture. Whisk together all the ingredients. Let the sauce come to a simmer and thicken. 

Add the cooked noodles to the thickened sauce. 

Sprinkle the cheese and bread crumbs over the noodle and sauce mixture.

Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes. The edges of the casserole will be bubbling when it's done.

Turn your oven to High Broil to brown the bread crumbs and cheese. Watch the casserole closely as the browning will happen quickly. 

Remove the casserole from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

If you don't have a cast iron skillet you can make the sauce in a frying pan and then transfer the sauce and noodles to an oven safe baking dish before sprinkling with cheese and bread crumbs. 

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Top Tip

If you don't have a cast iron skillet this recipe for gluten free tuna casserole skillet can also be made in a 9x13 baking dish. If you are using a baking dish you will need to make the sauce on the stovetop and then add the sauce, peas and noodles to your oven safe dish for baking.

Gluten Free Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

This gluten free slow cooker lasagna soup is the kind of meal I don't have to stir or watch while it cooks. I put everything in the crockpot and go about my day while dinner makes itself. I highly suggest topping each bowl with cottage cheese, parmesan, and mozzarella, it really adds to the flavor.

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This soup has all the cozy flavor of a classic lasagna without any of the layering or baking. Ground beef, marinara, and gluten free noodles simmer together until everything is rich and tender, then get topped with a mix of cottage cheese, parmesan, and mozzarella.

It's the kind of dinner that tastes like it took a lot more effort than it actually did.

I'm a big fan of my Crock Pot 6 Quart Slow Cooker. It's the perfect size for most recipes and easy to clean up when I'm done.

You can find all my soup recipes here: Gluten Free Soup Recipes

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • No need to brown the meat first
  • Noodles cook right in the soup, no separate pot needed
  • Hands off, the slow cooker does the work
  • Topped with cottage cheese, parmesan, and mozzarella for extra flavor

Ingredient Notes

  • This recipe skips browning the ground beef first, it cooks fully in the slow cooker along with everything else, which saves you a step and a dirty skillet.
  • Cottage cheese stands in for the ricotta most lasagna recipes use, it adds the same creamy texture with a slightly different flavor, and it's a topping our family genuinely prefers.
  • Be sure to use a gluten free lasagna noodle made for this kind of cooking method, like Jovial Brown Rice Lasagna Pasta, since not all gluten free noodles hold up the same way in a slow cooker.

Serving Suggestions

This soup is delicious on its own, or served with a side salad or warm gluten free garlic bread for dipping.

Storage

If you have leftover gluten free lasagna soup let it cool and then store in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I like to reheat the soup in the microwave for a single bowl or if there is a large amount left I put the leftovers back in the slow cooker on low to reheat.

Top Tip

Be sure to wait until the ground beef mixture is fully cooked to add your noodles. If you add them sooner they will get mushy. Once you add the gluten free lasagna pasta check it after 20 minutes to see if the noodles are cooked and al dente or if they need a bit longer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I cook noodles before adding to slow cooker?

No! Don't cook the Jovial Brown Rice Lasagna Pasta before adding it to the slow cooker. The gluten free pasta will cook in the hot sauce in your slow cooker. If you precook the pasta it will get too soft and won't hold together in your soup.

Do I need to brown the ground beef before adding it to the slow cooker?

No. This recipe is designed to cook the ground beef fully in the slow cooker along with the rest of the ingredients, so there's no need to brown it in a skillet first. This saves you a step and an extra dish.

Can I freeze this soup?

This soup is best enjoyed fresh or refrigerated, since the gluten free pasta can turn softer than you'd like after freezing and reheating. If you do want to freeze it, freeze the soup before adding the noodles, then cook fresh noodles in the reheated soup when you're ready to serve.

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    Gluten Free Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
    • Yield: 5 servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    This easy recipe for gluten free slow cooker lasagna soup is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's made with gluten free lasagna noodles, diced tomatoes and ground beef. The meat and sauce cook in the crockpot and then you add the pasta 30 minutes before serving. 

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    Instructions

    In the bowl of your 6 quart or larger slow cooker add the ground beef broken into small clumps, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, marinara sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and dried parsley. Stir to combine ingredients.

    Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Cook until the ground beef is completely done. 

    Turn the slow cooker on low and add the broken lasagna noodles. Cook on low in the hot sauce for 30 minutes.

    Serve the soup hot with grated parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese and cottage cheese on top.

    If you made this recipe please leave a star rating and comment below. It helps other readers find this recipe and means so much to me.

    Notes

    Do not cook the lasagna noodles before adding them to the slow cooker. They will cook in the hot sauce mixture.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 3 hours
    • Category: Meals
    • Method: Slow Cooker
    • Cuisine: American

    I'd love to hear how this gluten free slow cooker lasagna soup turns out for you! Leave a comment and star rating below, and let me know your favorite cheese topping combo. Don't forget to pin this recipe so you can make it again on your next busy weeknight.

    Lasagna Soup Ingredients

    Ground Beef
    Canned Diced Tomatoes
    Yellow Onion
    Minced Garlic
    Marinara Sauce
    Beef Broth
    Italian Seasoning
    Sea Salt
    Coarse Ground Black Pepper
    Dried Parsley
    Gluten Free Lasagna Pasta
    Parmesan Cheese
    Mozzarella Cheese
    Cottage Cheese

    Instructions

    In the bowl of your 6 quart or larger slow cooker add the ground beef broken into small clumps, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, marinara sauce, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and dried parsley. Stir to combine ingredients.

    Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. Cook until the ground beef is completely done. 

    Turn the slow cooker on low and add the broken lasagna noodles. Cook on low in the hot sauce mixture for 30 minutes.

    Serve the soup hot with parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese and cottage cheese on top.

    Gluten Free Swedish Style Meatballs

    This gluten free Swedish style meatballs recipe is easy to make and the sauce is delicious! The recipe uses ground beef along with allspice and nutmeg to give the meatballs their flavor. They are delicious with pasta or for low carb serve them on their own or with cauliflower rice.

    a plate of gluten free swedish style meatballs over gluten free tagliatelle pasta with a small wooden bowl of salt, a linen napkin and two silver forks

    If you are looking for more meatball recipes try my Gluten Free Slow Cooker Hawaiin Meatballs, my Gluten Free Slow Cooker Barbecue Meatballs, my Gluten Free Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs or my Gluten Free Slow Cooker Meatballs.

    You can find all of my meal recipes here: Gluten Free Meal Recipes

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    Ingredients

    Instructions

    In a mixing bowl mix together the meatball ingredients: ground beef, gluten free bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, allspice, nutmeg, salt and pepper.

    Form the meatball mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball. I like mine about 2 inches in circumference.

    In a frying pan or cast iron skillet over medium heat add the olive oil and add the meatballs. Fry the meatballs, turning them when needed until they are completely cooked and browned on the outside.

    Move the meatballs to a plate.

    Add butter and gluten free flour to the pan. Whisk the butter and flour together to form a paste. Add 3 cups of bone broth and whisk until ingredients are combined. Scrape the bottom of the pan with your whisk to get all the bits of fried onion and brown bits leftover from the meatballs.

    Add the sour cream, heavy whipping cream, gluten free worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and sage to the pan. Whisk to combine.

    In a separate small bowl mix 1 tbsp. of arrowroot powder with 2 Tbsp. of beef broth. Pour the mixture into the gravy.

    Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens.

    While the sauce is thickening boil a pot of water and cook the pasta per the instructions on the box.

    Combine the cooked pasta and thickened sauce. Serve with the meatballs. 

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What's the difference between Swedish meatballs and Italian meatballs?

    The biggest difference are the spices used. Swedish meatballs typically have allspice and nutmeg in them. Italian meatballs usually have basil and parmesan cheese in them.

    What do you eat Swedish meatballs with?

    They are typically served with potatoes. For these gluten free Swedish style meatballs I served them with Jovial Brown Rice Tagliatelle pasta. For a low carb meal you could serve them with cauliflower rice or steamed veggies. You can't go wrong with any of these choices!

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    Gluten Free Swedish Style Meatballs

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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 40 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    This gluten free swedish style meatballs recipe is easy to make and the sauce is delicious! The recipe uses ground beef along with allspice and nutmeg to give the meatballs their flavor. They are delicious with pasta or for low carb serve them on their own or with cauliflower rice.

    Ingredients

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    Meatballs:
    1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
    2 pounds Ground Beef
    ½ cup Gluten Free Bread Crumbs
    1 large Egg
    1 small Yellow Onion, grated
    1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
    1 Tbsp. Dried Parsley
    ¼ tsp. Ground Allspice
    ¼ tsp. Ground Nutmeg
    ½ tsp. Sea Salt
    ¼ tsp. Ground Black Pepper

    Gravy:
    ¼ cup Unsalted Butter
    ⅓ cup Gluten Free Flour
    1 Tbsp. Arrowroot Powder or Corn Starch
    3 cups + 2 Tbsp. Beef Broth
    ½ cup Sour Cream
    ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream
    1 Tbsp. Gluten Free Worcestershire Sauce
    1 ½ tsp. Sea Salt
    1 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
    ½ tsp. Ground Sage

    1 - 9 ounce box Jovial Brown Rice Tagliatelle pasta

    Instructions

    In a mixing bowl mix together the meatball ingredients: ground beef, gluten free bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, parsley, allspice, nutmeg, salt and pepper.

    Form the meatball mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf ball. I like mine about 2 inches in circumference.

    In a frying pan or cast iron skillet over medium heat add the olive oil and add the meatballs. Fry the meatballs, turning them when needed until they are completely cooked and browned on the outside.

    Move the meatballs to a plate.

    Add butter and gluten free flour to the pan. Whisk the butter and flour together to form a paste. Add 3 cups of bone broth and whisk until ingredients are combined. Scrape the bottom of the pan with your whisk to get all the bits of fried onion and brown bits leftover from the meatballs.

    Add the sour cream, heavy whipping cream, gluten free worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and sage to the pan. Whisk to combine.

    In a separate small bowl mix 1 tbsp. of arrowroot powder with 2 Tbsp. of beef broth. Pour the mixture into the gravy.

    Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens.

    While the sauce is thickening boil a pot of water and cook the pasta per the instructions on the box.

    Combine the cooked pasta and thickened sauce. Serve with the meatballs. 

    Notes

    If you want a low carb version you can serve the meatballs with cauliflower rice or steamed vegetables.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: Meats
    • Method: Frying
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

    Top Tip

    I made these in my favorite Lodge Cast Iron pan. I cooked the meatballs in the pan first and then moved them to a plate. Then, I made the gravy in the same pan being sure to scrape the bottom of the pan with my whisk to get all the delicious bits of browned onion off the bottom. A lot of the flavor for the gravy comes from the remnants of meatballs left in the frying pan.

    Gluten Free Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Sausage

    This healthy recipe for gluten free sauteed brussels sprouts with sausage is a great weeknight meal. You can use kielbasa or chicken sausages along with shredded brussels sprouts and apple. It makes a delicious hash that is low carb and perfect for dinner.

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    If you are looking for more sausage recipes try my Creamy Sausage Bean Dip, my Gluten Free Instant Pot Sausage and Kale Soup or my Gluten Free Sausage, Kale and Potato Skillet.

    You can find all of my meal recipes here: Gluten Free Meals Recipes

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    Ingredients

    Brussel Sprouts
    Olive Oil
    Yellow Onion
    Fuji Apple
    Minced Garlic
    Sea Salt
    Coarse Ground Black Pepper
    Fennel Seeds
    Bratwurst Sausages
    Honey

    Instructions

    Chop the ends off of your brussels sprouts and toss them into your food processor. I do mine in three batches so I don't shred them too thin. Pulse the sprouts in your food processor until they are shredded.

    On medium heat in a skillet add your olive oil and let heat until warm. Add the Brussels sprouts, onion, apple and garlic. Cook 2-3 minutes and stir the ingredients until they are mixed together. 

    Place the lid on your skillet and steam the sprouts for 5-6 minutes until they are tender and the onion starts to become translucent. 

    Remove the lid and add the salt, pepper, fennel seeds, sausage rounds and honey. Stir to mix the ingredients together. Cook on medium for another 2-3 minutes until the sausages are heated.

    Serve immediately while the meal is still hot.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do you make Brussels sprouts not dry?

    Using enough oil and then steaming the shredded brussel sprouts with a lid on the pan will help them to not dry out. The apple and onion in this recipe are also going to add moisture.

    Heat the oil in your pan on medium high heat. Add the brussels sprouts, onion, apple and garlic. Cook with the lid off for 3-4 minutes. Stirring the ingredients so the oil is mixed in. Put a lid on your frying pan and cook for 5-6 minutes or until your brussel sprouts are wilted and the onion is starting to become translucent.

    Take the lid off of your frying pan and add the salt, pepper, fennel seeds, cooked sausages and honey. Stir to mix these ingredients into your brussels sprout mixture. Cook another 2-3 minutes or until the sausages are heated through. Serve immediately.

    Why are my Brussels sprouts soggy?

    Your gluten free sautéed brussels sprouts with sausage will become soggy if your steam the shredded brussels sprouts for too long. Be sure to keep checking them to make sure they still have a bit of crunch to them and are not becoming soggy.

    If the Brussels sprouts begin to get soggy immediately take the lid off your pan and cook some of the water off allowing the Brussels sprouts to get browned on the bottom before stirring them.

    Do you cut the bottom of Brussels sprouts?

    Most Brussels sprouts will come from the grocery store already trimmed, but if they still have some woody parts on the end or if the ends are a bit discolored you will want to trim them.

    Simple places the sprouts on a cutting board and slice the dense end off before tossing them in the food processor to be shredded. The ends can be bitter, so you will want to make sure they are removed.

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    Gluten Free Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Sausage

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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    This healthy recipe for gluten free sauteed brussels sprouts with sausage is a great weeknight meal. You can use kielbasa or chicken sausages along with shredded brussels sprouts and apple. It makes a delicious hash that is low carb and perfect for dinner.

    Ingredients

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    1 pound Brussels Sprouts, shredded in food processor
    2 Tbsp. Olive Oil
    1 medium Yellow Onion, chopped
    1 medium Fuji Apple, chopped
    1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
    1 tsp. Sea Salt
    1 tsp. Coarse Ground Black Pepper
    2 tsp. Fennel Seeds
    3 Bratwurst Sausages, cooked and sliced
    2 tsp. Honey

    Instructions

    Chop the ends off of your brussels sprouts and toss them into your food processor. I do mine in three batches so I don't shred them too thin. Pulse the sprouts in your food processor until they are shredded.

    On medium heat in a skillet add your olive oil and let heat until warm. Add the Brussels sprouts, onion, apple and garlic. Cook 2-3 minutes and stir the ingredients until they are mixed together. 

    Place the lid on your skillet and steam the sprouts for 5-6 minutes until they are tender and the onion starts to become translucent. 

    Remove the lid and add the salt, pepper, fennel seeds, sausage rounds and honey. Stir to mix the ingredients together. Cook on medium for another 2-3 minutes until the sausages are heated.

    Serve immediately while the meal is still hot.

    Notes

    You can omit the sausages and this recipe makes a great side dish.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Meals
    • Method: Stove Top
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

    Top Tip

    I like to use my twelve inch cast iron pan to make this recipe. I love how even cast iron pans heat. What I didn't love about them was cleaning them until I found this chainmail scrubber. The rubber in the center saves my hands and gets my pan really clean.

    Gluten Free Homemade Enchilada Sauce

    This Homemade Enchilada Sauce is an easy red enchilada sauce that comes together quickly and tastes far better than anything store bought. Made completely from scratch, this simple homemade enchilada sauce has rich, bold flavor and the perfect consistency for enchiladas, casseroles, and Mexican inspired dinners.

    If you've ever wondered how to make enchilada sauce, this quick and easy homemade Mexican sauce is a reliable go to that delivers authentic flavor without complicated steps.

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    Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy enchilada sauce recipe is a healthy homemade option that lets you control the flavor and spice level. This DIY enchilada sauce works beautifully in a variety of recipes.

    Once you try this homemade enchilada sauce recipe, it's sure to become the best enchilada sauce you keep on hand for easy dinners.

    I use this gluten free homemade enchilada sauce in my Gluten Free Enchilada Skillet recipe. It is a super simple meal that is always popular at our house.

    If you are looking for more gluten free Mexican recipes try my Instant Pot Mexican Style Beef and Rice, my Easy Ground Beef Nacho Casserole, my Gluten Free Taco Casserole or my Healthy Mexican Street Corn Salad.

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    Ingredients

    Chicken Broth
    Tomato Sauce
    Chipotle Chiles in Adobo Sauce
    Chili Powder
    Ground Cumin
    Garlic Powder
    Onion Powder
    Sea Salt
    Coarse Ground Black Pepper

    Instructions

    In a blender, food processor or using an immersion blender blend the ingredients until they are smooth and there aren't any chunks of chipotle peppers left. 

    Use this sauce in my Gluten Free Enchilada Skillet or any other enchilada recipe.

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    Gluten Free Homemade Enchilada Sauce

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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: approximately 4.5 cups 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    This easy recipe for gluten free homemade enchilada sauce is made in the blender with tomato sauce. It's simple to make your own enchilada sauce from scratch. I have a yummy recipe for skillet enchiladas to go with this sauce.

    Ingredients

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    Instructions

    In a blender, food processor or using an immersion blender blend the ingredients until they are smooth and there aren't any chunks of chipotle peppers left. 

    Use this sauce in my Gluten Free Enchilada Skillet or any other enchilada recipe.

    Notes

    To adjust the spiciness of this recipe you can add less chipotle peppers.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Sauces
    • Method: Blended
    • Cuisine: Mexican

    Top Tip

    If you don't have a blender you could also use a food processor or immersion blender to blend this sauce until the sauce has a smooth consistency. You want to be sure to get the chipotle chilis thoroughly blended. They give the sauce a nice smoky flavor.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I make enchilada sauce from scratch?

    It's so simple to make gluten free homemade enchilada sauce in your blender, with an emersion blender or in your food processor. Simply add the ingredients and blend until you get a smooth consistency.

    Is enchilada sauce spicy?

    This sauce has a very mild, deep spiciness from the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. If you would like your sauce to be less spicy you can add less chipotle peppers. You could also add less chili powder.

    This homemade gluten free enchilada sauce is spicier by itself straight out of the blender. Once you make your gluten free enchiladas the sauce will be less spicy.