Pantry staples can be the foundation for quick, budget-friendly meals that still fit Whole30, Paleo, and gluten-free lifestyles. With a few canned goods and shelf-stable ingredients you likely already have—canned tomatoes, coconut milk, tuna, jarred sauces and marinara—you can assemble nourishing meals without a grocery run. Many of the recipes below are freezer-friendly and adaptable to multiple cooking methods, including slow cooker, Instant Pot, oven, and stovetop preparations.
Slow Cooker Recipes
Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup
Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Soup
Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken
Chicken Taco Soup (Slow Cooker & Instant Pot)
Potato & Bacon Chowder (Slow Cooker & Instant Pot)
Slow Cooker Italian Tomato Chicken Soup
Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken
Instant Pot Recipes
Instant Pot Cashew Chicken
Instant Pot Chicken Meatballs & Marinara
Instant Pot Pizza Soup
Instant Pot Butter Chicken
Instant Pot Beef Meatballs
Instant Pot Sweet & Sour Chicken
Instant Pot Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks
Instant Pot Taco Meat
Mexican Shredded Chicken (Instant Pot & Slow Cooker)
Oven & Stovetop
Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Salisbury Steak Casserole
Chicken “Parm”
Sweet Potato Chicken Nuggets
Mexican “Albondigas” Meatball Soup
Everything But the Bagel Chicken Wings
Herb Mustard Roasted Potatoes
Mexican Chopped Tuna Salad
Boneless Buffalo Wings
Easy Tuna Patties (Air Fryer & Stove Top)
Other Resources: 6 DIY Freezer Chicken Marinades, 40 Homemade Sauces & Dressings, 30 Whole30 Instant Pot Recipes, 30 Whole30 Casserole Recipes, 40 Whole30 Soup & Stew Recipes
