Easy Recipes: Best Gluten-Free Casseroles
Some nights call for pure comfort food, and nothing hits the mark quite like a warm, cheesy casserole. The good news is that going gluten-free doesn’t mean giving up your favorite foods. With just a few simple swaps, you can still enjoy classics like breakfast casserole or chicken noodle casserole without missing a thing.
I’ve made gluten-free versions of all of these casseroles for years for my own family, and they all turn out just as good as the original version…maybe even better. A handful of pantry swaps is really all it takes to make casserole night work for everyone at the table, whether you’re gluten-free or not.
Table of contents
- What Makes a Gluten-Free Casserole?
- Top Gluten-Free Swaps
- What casseroles can you make gluten-free?
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Storage and Reheating
- Best Gluten-Free Casserole Recipes
What Makes a Gluten-Free Casserole?
A gluten-free casserole swaps out the handful of ingredients that typically contain gluten- the pasta, cream soups, and tortillas- for gluten-free versions while keeping the same comforting flavor and texture of the original dish.
Top Gluten-Free Swaps
When making casseroles, there will be a few swaps that may be needed, so let’s cover those.
Pasta:
First, you will likely need to use gluten-free pasta if the recipe calls for it. The best gluten-free pasta choices are Barilla and Jovial, along with the Good & Gather Target brand.
These brands don’t leave a slimy coating on the pasta as others can. I always suggest rinsing the pasta in cold water after cooking. The residue you’ll sometimes see is more common with brown rice pasta, almost like sand. So it’s definitely worth rinsing first.
Cream Soups:
Most casseroles rely on cream soups too, like Cream of Mushroom or Cream of Chicken Soup. These are easy to find in gluten-free versions at most grocery stores, or you can make your own from scratch. We use this Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup and Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup regularly.
Tortillas:
Tortillas that can be used would be corn tortillas or Gluten-Free Mission Flour Tortillas; we prefer white corn the best.
What casseroles can you make gluten-free?
Get ready to make a great weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy with this list of gluten-free casseroles to choose from. This roundup covers more than 20 recipes, including side dishes, main dishes, and even breakfast options.
- Meatball Casserole – This recipe will use gluten-free meatballs and gluten-free pasta!
- Gluten-Free Breakfast Casserole – This can be made with tater tots, hash browns, or without carbs!
- Tuna Noodle Casserole – One of our favorite classic casserole dishes; we make our egg noodles too!
- Gluten-Free Enchilada Casserole – Serve this with white corn tortillas and white rice!
- Chicken Noodle Casserole – Just like the Tuna Noodle Casserole, make your egg noodles, and this is easy!
- Sweet Potato Casserole – Using sweet potatoes and cream along with spices to make a classic, with no swaps needed!
- Traditional Green Bean Casserole – This can be made with your own homemade French fried onions and cream of mushroom soup, easy to swap to gluten-free!
- …and the list continues! See the full list below with clickable links!
Frequently Asked Questions
What ingredients in a casserole usually contain gluten?The most common culprit is pasta, canned soups, breadcrumbs, and flour tortillas. These are all easy to swap out with gluten-free alternatives.
What’s the best gluten-free pasta for casseroles?Gluten-Free Barilla, Jovial, and Good & Gather from Target hold up well in baked casseroles.
Can casseroles be frozen?Most can freeze well, which makes them a great freezer option. Always check the specific recipe for freezer-safe storage methods.
Storage and Reheating
Each easy dinner recipe will have specific storage details; however, typically the leftovers will need to be stored in an airtight container or wrapped with plastic wrap and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
When you are ready to reheat, transfer to a serving to a microwave-safe serving dish and heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Casseroles also freeze well, making them a great option for freezer meal prep. Be sure to read each specific recipe for instructions.
Casseroles are perfect for planned leftovers, quick weeknight meals, and one-dish dinner options.
Going gluten-free doesn’t mean giving up cozy, comforting casseroles; it just means you need to adjust or swap ingredients. It’s very simple to easily recreate your favorite casseroles using gluten-free ingredients and this quick list of gluten-free casserole recipes.