20 Paleo Comfort Food Recipes (2024)

From creamy soups to “cheesy” casseroles to classic pancakes, these 20 Paleo Comfort Food Recipes will make even the pickiest eaters happy! All recipes are gluten free, grain free, dairy-free, refined sugar free and perfect for whenever you’re craving something cozy, delicious, and healthy.

No matter what time of year it is, comfort food is always my jam! From the beginning, my goal with this blog is to help recreate all your favorites using healthier, real food ingredients.

And it just happens to be that most of my favorites fall into the “comfort food” category! Food and eating are emotional, period. I’ve always felt like there’s no shame in that.

For those of us who need to avoid things like gluten and dairy, it’s hard to miss out on some of the most special “food memories” that go along with both big and small events. From birthday cake, to special family dinners, to Saturday morning pancakes or waffles – and everything in between!

Whether it’s a creamy “cheese” sauce, fluffy pancakes, crispy chicken or classic chocolate chip cookies, cozy comfort food is always my first choice! And I have the ultimate roundup if you’re with me on that! 20 of my favorite personal favorite comfort food recipes including breakfasts, dinners, and desserts. I hope you enjoy!

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20 Paleo Comfort Food Recipes

Breakfast and Brunch:

Fluffy “Buttermilk” Pancakes {Nut Free}

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Classic Sweet Potato Sausage Hash with Eggs {Whole30}

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Best Homestyle Paleo Waffles

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Paleo Breakfast Casserole

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Crispy Whole30 Potato Pancakes {Latkes}

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Paleo Cinnamon Rolls

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Dinner:

Creamy Paleo Chicken Alfredo

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Creamy Whole30 Tuscan Chicken {Keto}

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Whole30 Zuppa Toscana

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Crispy “Breaded” Chicken Cutlets {Whole30, Keto}

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Slow Cooker Meatballs in Marinara {Whole30, Keto}

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Swedish Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes {Whole30}

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Whole30 Classic Meatloaf

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Chicken Pot Pie Soup with Low Carb Biscuits

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Whole30 Shepherd’s Pie

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Dessert:

Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies {Paleo, Vegan}

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Fudgy Triple Chocolate Brownies {Paleo, Vegan}

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Double Chocolate Frosted Donuts {Nut Free}

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Apple Crumble Pie

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Best Edible Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough {Vegan}

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More than a little into running and paleo recipes (yoga now too!) but I'm not here to rain on your grains (or anything else) so come along for the ride! I do a little too much of everything (except cleaning), and I enjoy laughing at myself. As long as I'm the one making the jokes, that is. Just kidding. So bring me your angst, your appetite and your frying pan and climb aboard!

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FAQs

What is a typical paleo dinner? ›

Dinner. Lean beef sirloin tip roast; steamed broccoli; salad made with mixed greens, tomatoes, avocado, onions, almonds and lemon juice dressing; and strawberries for dessert. Snacks. An orange, carrot sticks or celery sticks.

What do paleo people eat for lunch? ›

Here are 20 fantastic, healthy options that will have your non-paleo co-workers kale-green with envy.
  • Chinese Chicken Salad. ...
  • Portabella Sandwich with Sweet Potato Chips. ...
  • Thai Pork Lettuce Wraps. ...
  • Italian Sub Roll-Up. ...
  • Basil Avocado Chicken Salad. ...
  • Nicoise Salad. ...
  • Meaty Veggie Roll-Ups. ...
  • Cuban Brisket Taco Bowls.

What foods are on the menu for a person who follows the paleo diet? ›

Foods allowed on the Paleo diet:
  • Leafy vegetables.
  • Fresh fruit.
  • Seafood.
  • Grass-fed meat.
  • Root vegetables, such as sweet potatoes.
  • Free-range poultry and eggs.
  • Nuts and seeds, plus unsalted butters made from them.
  • Healthy oils, such as olive oil, avocado oil, flaxseed oil, coconut oil, macadamia oil, and walnut oil.
May 22, 2024

What are 5 negatives from the paleo diet? ›

Here are some drawbacks to eating Paleo:
  • It can get expensive.
  • You don't eat any grains or dairy that can be good for health and energy.
  • This diet can be difficult for vegetarians, especially since it excludes beans.
  • Most athletes need between 3 to 6 grams of carbs per pound of their body weight, per day.
Apr 2, 2016

Can you eat bananas on a paleo diet? ›

Many paleo followers wonder if bananas are paleo because of their higher sugar content. They are considered paleo. One medium banana has 113 calories, 2 grams of fiber and 26 grams of carbohydrates. Bananas are an unprocessed, whole food with a good source of potassium.

What food is not allowed on a paleo diet? ›

The diet excludes cereal grains, legumes, dairy, processed oils, refined sugar, alcohol, caffeine, artificial sweeteners, and trans fats. Some paleo-friendly foods include lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.

What is the Paleo diet anti-inflammatory? ›

First, know that paleo is an anti-inflammatory diet that aims to remove sugar, legumes, most dairy, grains, and refined vegetable oils like corn and soy oil. Essentially, paleo sets out to eliminate processed, so-called modern foods from our diets.

How to speed up weight loss on paleo? ›

A Simple Approach to Successful Weight Loss when eating Paleo
  1. Nothing processed.
  2. Lean protein + healthy fats.
  3. Go low carb.
  4. Hydrate.
  5. Stay active.
  6. Make a meal plan and stick to it.
  7. Don't forget the snacks.
  8. Avoid eating at restaurants.
Oct 7, 2022

What is the average weight loss on paleo? ›

In conclusion, the Paleo Plan is an effective weight loss plan that can help you lose 5-20 pounds in 60 days. By eliminating processed foods and refined sugars, promoting a high intake of protein, and increasing your activity level, you can lose weight and improve your overall health.

Why am I so hungry on paleo? ›

If you're still in the first few weeks of your Paleo journey, the hunger may be just a part of the transition. Think of it this way: if you were dying of thirst in the desert and someone came up to offer you a water bottle, you'd gulp it down and ask for more right away, right?

What are the best paleo options? ›

Foods to eat on the paleo diet
  • Meat: Beef, lamb, chicken, turkey, pork, and others.
  • Fish and seafood: salmon, trout, haddock, shrimp, shellfish, etc (choose wild-caught if you can)
  • Eggs: may be free-range, pastured, or omega-3 enriched.
  • Vegetables: broccoli, kale, peppers, onions, carrots, tomatoes, etc.

What are paleo meal plans? ›

The paleo diet is an eating plan that mimics how prehistoric humans may have eaten. It involves eating whole foods that people could theoretically hunt or gather. Advocates of the paleo diet reject modern diets that are full of processed foods.

What are the best paleo tips? ›

Paleo tips and tricks
  • Eat plenty of whole foods. ...
  • Eat less processed foods. ...
  • Just because it's packaged doesn't make it totally off-limits. ...
  • Avoid foods that don't make you feel good. ...
  • Find what works for you. ...
  • Don't be too strict. ...
  • Learn to love cooking. ...
  • Don't entirely say goodbye to your favorite processed snack foods.
Jul 22, 2021

Can you eat potatoes on paleo? ›

Generally, unprocessed potatoes of all types can be part of a paleo diet. Similarly to grains, which are off-limits on paleo, potatoes are starchy and rich in carbohydrates. However, potatoes are actually a type of starchy vegetable that grows underground, known as a tuber ( 2 , 3 ).

Can you eat rice on paleo? ›

Strict paleo dieters exclude all grains from their diets — including rice — primarily due to their high phytate content. Although it's technically prohibited, many people still consume small amounts of white rice while following a paleo diet because it's lower in phytates, compared with other types.

Is the paleo diet inflammatory? ›

Both paleo and keto diets have anti-inflammatory properties but work differently in managing inflammation and related health conditions. The paleo diet is better for managing autoimmune diseases, while the keto diet is better for managing diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

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