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Impress the In-Laws: Fancy But Easy Low FODMAP Main Dishes That Will Make You Look Like A Great Cook Even If You Aren’t

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Sometimes you want to make a good impression on family or friends with a fabulous homecooked meal. But what if you feel you can’t cook? We’ve got you! These delicious dishes look fancy or like you spent all day in the kitchen but they are all quite simple.

Just follow the recipes and serve with confidence! And all of these also happen to be gluten-free, low lactose and low FODMAP – so even the most sensitive of tummies can enjoy.

Maple Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Blueberries

Low FODMAP Maple Balsamic Chicken With Roasted Blueberries on gray plate with rice and green beans; antique fork alongside
Maple Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Blueberries. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This Balsamic Blueberry Chicken Recipe is a quick and easy dish using economical, juicy chicken thighs, maple syrup and balsamic vinegar and fresh blueberries. CLICK FOR RECIPE.

Four Cheese Baked Penne with Greens & Tomatoes

Low FODMAP Recipe for Four Cheese Baked Penne
Four Cheese Baked Penne with Greens & Tomatoes. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This baked pasta dish can be made in a casserole, but how impressive is it to be able to unmold it and present it as seen in the image above? All you need is a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan. This Four Cheese Baked Penne with Greens and Tomatoes is comprised of gluten-free penne (we like Jovial), a silky-smooth white sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano, feta, Havarti and cottage cheese with spinach and tomatoes. Get the recipe for Four Cheese Baked Penne with Greens & Tomatoes.

One-Pan Chicken with Artichokes & Olives

One-Pan Low FODMAP Chicken, Artichokes & Olives in pan on wooden surface
One-Pan Chicken with Artichokes & Olives. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This recipe features canned, drained artichokes and both black an green olives. Use chicken thighs for extra-juicy results. Maybe 5 minutes of prep with this dish! Get the recipe.

Herb Marinated Grilled Chicken Vegetable Kebobs

closeup of grilled chicken and vegetable kebobs on a white platter
Herb Marinated Grilled Chicken Vegetable Kebobs. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

These Lemon Herb Grilled Marinated Chicken Vegetable Kebobs are easy to assemble and cook and everyone seems to love them. Kebobs just look like summer to us! These Grilled Chicken Vegetable Kebobs are comprised of skinless, boneless chicken breasts, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes and zucchini all marinated in Garlic-Infused Olive Oil, lemon juice and fresh herbs. Parsley is a must, but then you can make up the other portion with whatever herbs you like. I used basil, oregano, rosemary, tarragon and thyme. Get the recipe for Herb Marinated Grilled Chicken Vegetable Kebobs.

Miso Lime Glazed Salmon

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Miso Lime Glazed Salmon. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This easy Miso Lime Glazed Salmon dish is super-quick to make, thanks to a 5-ingredient glaze: White miso, White wine, brown sugar, fresh ginger, and limes zest come together for umami-packed marinade for heart healthy salmon. Get the recipe for Miso Lime Glazed Salmon. 

Balsamic Chicken with Peaches

​Balsamic Chicken with Peaches. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Juicy chicken thighs, peaches, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup and rosemary come together in our one-pan Balsamic Chicken with Peaches. This recipe is based upon our incredibly popular Maple Balsamic Chicken with Roasted Blueberries. If you love that dish, you gotta try this one. CLICK FOR RECIPE.

BLT Pasta

Bacon, lettuce & tomato pasta sauce with spaghetti
Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

BLT – bacon, lettuce and tomato – is a beloved sandwich combo, but why relegate it solely to lunch between slices of bread? Tomatoes are sautéed in bacon fat, after you have cooked the bacon crisp. Handfuls of baby lettuce are wilted in the hot fat, too. Salt, pepper and parmesan and you’ve got dinner in less than 30 minutes. We made ours with gluten-free spaghetti! Get the recipe BLT Pasta.

Gluten-Free Capellini & Shrimp Fra Diavolo

Low FODMAP Capellini and Shrimp Fra Diavolo
Gluten-Free Capellini & Shrimp Fra Diavolo. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Fra Diavolo means “brother devil” but what you need to know is that this gluten-free and low FODMAP Capellini & Shrimp Fra Diavolo is a quick and easy, yet elegant pasta and shrimp dish that features tomatoes and hot red peppers. Get the recipe for Gluten-Free Capellini & Shrimp Fra Diavolo.

Ridiculously Easy Roast Beef

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Ridiculously Easy Roast Beef. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

If you have never made roast beef at home because you were intimidated, you have come to the right place. A boneless roast, which by the way makes sandwiches of your dreams with leftovers, is super easy and can feed a crowd. Very few ingredients, too. Get the recipe for Ridiculously Easy Roast Beef.

Cod with Preserved Lemons & Basil

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Low FODMAP Cod with Preserved Lemons & Basil. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

You do need preserved lemons to make this dish, and we do have a recipe for you, or you can purchase them. If you have them on hand, this dish can be prepped in 10 minutes and on the table in less than 30. There are very few ingredients, but each one counts. Don’t skimp on the black pepper, fresh basil, and fresh parsley. Get the recipe for Low FODMAP Cod with Preserved Lemons & Basil.

Easy Scampi

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Scampi. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Our Scampi is just as garlicky and buttery as the classic recipe your love in restaurants. Sop up the juices with bread, or serve with pasta. You won’t believe how quick and easy this is! Get the recipe for Scampi.

Moroccan Lamb Shanks

Low FODMAP Recipe for Moroccan Lamb Shanks with Pomegranate and Mint
Moroccan Lamb Shanks. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This recipe looks spectacular, but is easy to make, with an intriguing blend of cumin, coriander, pomegranate and mint. Get the recipe.

Poached Salmon With Creamy Dill Sauce

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Poached Salmon With Creamy Dill Sauce. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We used to cater parties for hundreds of people, and this was a very popular dish. When you’re making it for guests, you can take the time to make the pretty cucumber scales, but they certainly are not necessary. We do suggest you take the time to make the creamy dill sauce because it is the absolute perfect accompaniment. Another great thing about this party dish is that it can be made ahead. Get the recipe for Poached Salmon With Creamy Dill Sauce.

Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin with Brown Sugar & Marmalade

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Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin with Brown Sugar & Marmalade. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin with Brown Sugar and Marmalade is so easy, you can prep it in the time it takes for the oven to preheat. The brown sugar is seasoned with salt, pepper, paprika and thyme for a dry rub on the pork. The pork loin is wrapped in bacon and browned on top of the stove, then slathered with a combo of Dijon mustard and orange marmalade and finished in the oven. Get the recipe Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin with Brown Sugar & Marmalade.

Slow Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb

Low FODMAP Boneless Leg of Lamb, carved on wooden board, yellow flowers in background
Slow Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Garlicky flavors, leeks, scallions, lemon, anchovies, red pepper flakes and rosemary create the perfect blend of flavors for this slow roasted version. Get the recipe.

Chicken Ratatouille

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​Chicken Ratatouille. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Chicken Ratatouille is the best of both worlds: an easy braised chicken dish and ratatouille – eggplant, tomatoes, zucchini, peppers, olive oil, garlic and onion flavor – all in one delicious dish. CLICK FOR RECIPE.

Roasted Pumpkin Baked Pasta with Sage

close overhead shot of baked pasta with roasted pumpkin, fresh mozzarella and sage in white baking pan on rack
Roasted Pumpkin Baked Pasta with Sage. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Roasted Pumpkin Baked Pasta with Sage is hearty, yet a bit elegant. Gluten-free pasta combined with roasted kabocha squash (also called pumpkin), red bell peppers and kale with Garlic-Infused Oil along with marinara, fresh mozzarella and sage. Comfort food and easy to make. Reheats well, too. Get the recipe for Roasted Pumpkin Baked Pasta with Sage.

Standing Rib Roast – With Just 3 Ingredients!

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Standing Rib Roast – With Just 3 Ingredients! Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This holiday worthy Standing Rib Roast is made with 3 ingredients. Yes, 3 ingredients! A fabulous piece of beef,  Garlic-Infused Olive Oil and your favorite steak seasoning blend (we have a DIY recipe, too). That’s right, I’m talking about 5 minutes of prep work. Get the recipe for Standing Rib Roast – With Just 3 Ingredients!

Citrus & Herb Oil Poached Salmon

Oil Poached Salmon with fresh herbs and slices of lemon and blood orange
Citrus & Herb Oil Poached Salmon. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

What is Oil Poaching? It is just like it sounds – which we know sounds a bit odd but stick with us here. The salmon slow roasts in the oven bathed in oil at a low heat. The result is a silky, smooth flesh texture that is simply sublime. Use a high-quality olive oil; the slices of citrus add flavor and color. This is a perfect company dish. Get the recipe for Citrus & Herb Oil Poached Salmon. 

Braised Chicken & Mushroom Ragu​

Low FODMAP Braised Chicken & Mushroom Ragu in grey bowl with fork alongside
Braised Chicken & Mushroom Ragu​. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We love braised dishes because they are easy and even improve over a few days. This Braised Chicken & Mushroom Ragu is a perfect dish to make for a party – for those following the diet and everyone else. CLICK FOR RECIPE.

Beef Tenderloin Stuffed with Goat Cheese Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Overhead image of Beef Tenderloin Stuffed with Goat Cheese, Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes on a red and white platter
Beef Tenderloin Stuffed with Goat Cheese Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomatoes. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This recipe features a stuffing of Mediterranean flavors – spinach, goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes – that comes together in just a few minutes – but is spectacular enough for guests. Fantastic hot, warm or room temperature on the buffet. Get the recipe.

Bouillabaisse

low FODMAP Bouillabaisse closeup in a shallow bowl
Bouillabaisse. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This classic French dish is for special occasions. You will spend a pretty penny on the ingredients because this Bouillabaisse features shrimp, clams (or mussels), fish and scallops. Garlic oil, fennel, leeks, tomatoes, thyme, and basil all come together in a dish to remember. Toasted baguette with Roasted Red Pepper Aioli is a perfect accompaniment. Get the recipe for Bouillabaisse.

Pasta Primavera

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 Pasta Primavera. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

This dish of pasta Primavera just says spring! Al dente pasta, in this case gluten-free, is combined with loads of fresh arugula and spinach, chives, asparagus, peas, fresh herbs and Parmesan. Get the recipe for Pasta Primavera.

One-Pot Greek Salmon with Feta & Peppers

Greek salmon on decorative light white plate on white quartz
One-Pot Greek Salmon with Feta & Peppers. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We eat salmon every week, but sometimes we are pressed for time. Pull out a large skillet and this dish with feta cheese and bell peppers is simple, elegant and delicious. Get the recipe.

One-Pan Berbere Spiced Spatchcocked Chicken

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One-Pan Berbere Spiced Spatchcocked Chicken. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Opening up a whole chicken (spatchcocking) allows it to cook quickly, evenly, and yields a juicy bird with crisp skin. Our Berbere spice mixture is complex and flavor packed. A drizzle of lemony yogurt at the end brings it all together. Get the recipe.

Chicken Thighs with Grapes, Thyme & Smoked Paprika

Roast Chicken and Grapes on a plate
​Chicken Thighs with Grapes, Thyme & Smoked Paprika. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

We Love Our Thighs. Chicken thighs that is. Chicken thighs are in regular rotation around here and this dish for Chicken Thighs with Grapes was a happy sweet and savory surprise. This Chicken with Grapes, Thyme and Smoked Paprika is a simple one-pan, oven-roasted meal that highlights the sweetness of the grapes, the smokiness of the paprika and the savory-ness of the chicken and thyme. It comes together in less time than it takes for the oven to preheat and is easy enough for a weeknight but fancy enough for guests. CLICK FOR RECIPE.

Easy & Festive Garlic & Herb Roast Lamb

Low FODMAP Boneless Leg of Lamb, plated with scalloped potatoes and carrots on white plate; flowered napkin
Easy & Festive Garlic & Herb Roast Lamb. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Garlic-infused olive oil and rosemary are the stars in this simple roast lamb dish. We often make this for a holiday table, but it is so easy, you will think of many times that it will be the perfect main dish. Get the recipe.

36 Dishes You Didn’t Know You Could Make With Rice Noodles

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Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Rice noodles are naturally gluten-free, but that isn’t the only reason to cook with them. They are delicious unto themselves, come in a variety of shapes, and are the noodle of choice in so many Asian-inspired recipes. But it doesn’t stop there! There are rice-based lasagna noodles, shells, manicotti, elbows…From soups to main dishes, casseroles, salads and summer rolls, we have 36 recipes for you to get you slurping with joy. Click for 36 Dishes You Didn’t Know You Could Make With Rice Noodles

30 Quick & Easy Recipes For A Happy Gut: Low FODMAP and Flavor Packed

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Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

At FODMAP Everyday® we define “Quick” as a dish that can be on the table, ready to eat, in 30 minutes or less. “Easy” recipes have 15 minutes or less of prep time. All of these recipes are low FODMAP and free of gluten so they can be served to tender tummies too! Click for 30 Quick & Easy Recipes For A Happy Gut: Low FODMAP and Flavor Packed

Grab A Rotisserie Chicken On Your Way Home And Make Any Of These 18 Delicious Meals In Minutes

Low FODMAP Chicken Papaya Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing on oval platter; marble surface

Grabbing a rotisserie chicken at the supermarket is not “cheating” by any stretch of the imagination. Having cooked chicken ready to use is a great jump-start to all sorts of creative recipes – from salads to main dishes, lunches and dinners – and is a brilliant move, in our book. Click for Grab A Rotisserie Chicken On Your Way Home And Make Any Of These 18 Delicious Meals In Minutes

Easy and Tasty: 34 Sides to Serve with Rotisserie Chicken for a Stress-Free Meal

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Garlic Herb Corn on the Cob. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson.

We buy a rotisserie chicken every week – and enjoy the bounty for days. But we like to mix it up; potatoes, veggies (hot and cold), pasta – there are many ways to enjoy that chicken and to turn it into a meal. Here are our 34 community favorites. Click here for Easy and Tasty: 34 Sides to Serve with Rotisserie Chicken for a Stress-Free Meal

9 Insanely Delicious Easy Homemade Chicken Wing Recipes

Low FODMAP Hot Honey Chicken Wings in cast iron pan set on rack

Entire restaurants build their menu around chicken wings, but we’re going to show you how to make the best chicken wings at home – and they’re easier than you think. Most of these recipes are baked, not fried, so you will not only save on calories, but also have less mess and spend less time in the kitchen. Click here for 9 Insanely Delicious Easy Homemade Chicken Wing Recipes

18 Iced Tea & Refreshing Drink Recipes That Will Make You Scream Summer Is Here!

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Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Quench your thirst and beat the heat with a refreshing lineup of tantalizing beverages. Whether you’re craving a tall, chilled drink on a scorching day, in need of hydration after a workout, or seeking a delightful mocktail sans alcohol, we’ve got you covered. Get ready to dive into a world of iced teas, invigorating punches, flavored lemonades, zesty limeades, luscious smoothies, sparkling spritzers, and even a homemade electrolyte beverage. Click for 18 Iced Tea & Refreshing Drink Recipes That Will Make You Scream Summer Is Here!

23 Dinner Solutions: Quick and Delicious Soup and Stew Recipes

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There is nothing like homemade soup or a hearty stew, especially when it is cold outside! (For you hot weather folks, we do have a few cold soups). We’ve got 23 recipes for you, from Instant Pot quickies to long simmered renditions. Comfort food in a bowl. Get 23 Dinner Solutions: Quick and Delicious Soup and Stew Recipes here.

23 Easy Potato Recipes: Which One Will You Try First?

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Potatoes! White, red, yellow, starchy russet, sweet potatoes – even blue and purple potatoes – can be a main meal in the form of double stuffed baked potatoes, a weekday side-dish, a potluck salad, or they can add richness to soups. And don’t forget breakfast casseroles and home fries! We have 23 recipes for you to try and potatoes are often economical, too, so dive in! Click here for 23 Easy Potato Recipes: Which One Will You Try First?

Holy Cow! These 10 Ground Beef Recipes Will Knock Your Socks Off!

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Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Ground beef makes a great burger and meatloaf, but it is so much more versatile than that, and we have 11 recipes for you to add to your weekly rotation. Chili, Chili Mac and even a Quick Korean Beef dish, that package of ground beef has never been more inspiring. Click here for Holy Cow! These 10 Ground Beef Recipes Will Knock Your Socks Off!

10 Gut Friendly Chicken Recipes You Can Have On Your Table Tonight!

Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Chicken is one of our favorite protein building blocks for an easy, delicious meal. Sometimes you can get in a rut though and end up making the same chicken recipes over and over.

We’ve got one pan meals, warm weather salads and grill options, dinner party worthy dishes, lighter fare and hearty dinners. Click here for 10 Gut Friendly Chicken Recipes You Can Have On Your Table Tonight!

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