15 Deliciously Simple Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes

Looking for healthy and convenient meals? Who isn’t?! Thankfully, eating nutritious meals doesn’t mean you have to spend all day in the kitchen – we’ll let the slow cooker do the heavy work for us! Start dinner in the morning or on your lunch break and you’ll have a warm, comforting, delicious AND nutritious meal ready for you when dinner rolls around.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki

A plate of teriyaki chicken over greens. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

If you are craving takeout at home, try this slow-cooker recipe for chicken teriyaki! You’ll have a flavorful and easy dinner waiting for you – with minimal work. The chicken is coated in a jarred teriyaki sauce for a true dump-and-go recipe! Serve with rice and a veggie and dinner is done.

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Pulled BBQ Chicken

A plate of saucy, shredded bbq chicken. — Photo Credit: The Short Order Cook.

The slow cooker makes the best BBQ chicken! The recipe is simple to prepare and only takes a few moments to prep. Let it cook all day for a saucy, tangy shredded chicken that goes great on sandwiches, over nachos, or served in rice bowls.

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Crockpot Salsa Chicken

chicken and salsa — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This slow cooker salsa chicken is made with just a handful of ingredients and can be prepped in 2 minutes, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Simply season the chicken, top with salsa, and turn on your slow cooker – that’s it! Serve it on tacos, top nachos with it, or serve it over a bowl of rice for a delicious dinner option.

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Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup

A bowl of bean soup with chunks of ham and carrots. — Photo Credit: Savory With Soul.

A classic crockpot ham and bean soup is always a great idea when you need a budget-friendly dinner that delivers filling and delicious flavors. This recipe couldn’t be easier, thanks to the slow cooker! Serve with cornbread or rolls on the side for a dinner that the whole family can appreciate on a chilly fall afternoon.

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Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

Make this crockpot chicken and potatoes for a cozy dinner any night of the week. This recipe uses flavorful (and budget-friendly) chicken thighs and baby potatoes for a filling and satisfying meal. Serve with a side salad for a complete meal that is ready when you get home from work.

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Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

A bowl of creamy chicken soup with mushrooms and wild rice. — Photo Credit: xoxo Bella.

Make chicken and wild rice soup in the slow cooker for a wholesome and easy dinner that is so delicious, that no one can stop at just one bowl. This soup is creamy, thick and so cozy and it’s a great dish to make if you have leftover chicken.

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Crockpot Pesto Chicken

Chunks of pesto chicken with cheese and tomato chunks on a bun. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

You’ll need just two ingredients for this flavorful and juicy chicken. It uses budget-friendly chicken thighs to stretch your grocery budget and keep your chicken juicy. Pile this saucy chicken on bread for sandwiches and add a bit of fresh mozzarella and fresh tomatoes for a Caprese-inspired meal.

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Crockpot Shredded Beef

Three tacos filled with shredded beef and red onions. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This shredded beef recipe is so versatile that you will want to make it time and time again. Top tacos with it, make sandwiches piled high with shredded beef, make some epic nachos, or add it to beef stew. The possibilities are endless, and you are sure to enjoy all of the options!

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BBQ Pulled Chicken Sliders

A slider filled with shredded bbq chicken and coleslaw. — Photo Credit: The Heirloom Pantry.

Make some saucy pulled chicken sliders for dinner with this easy recipe. The crunchy coleslaw topping makes this recipe colorful and extra tasty. You can also make this for a yummy spin on tacos, nachos and more.

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Sweet Potato and Quinoa Chili

A bowl of meatless chili, made with sweet potatoes and quinoa. — Photo Credit: Kitchen Treaty.

A hearty bowl of chili always hits the spot on a cold night. This and healthier, as it starts with sweet potatoes and quinoa and adds beans, jalapeno peppers and tomatoes to make a rich and hearty meatless meal.

Serve with cornbread on the side if you like for a completely cozy cold weather meal.

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Chicken Burrito Bowls

chicken burrito bowl with fresh toppings — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This slow cooker chicken dish makes the best burrito bowls! With black beans, corn, and shredded chicken, this meal is nothing short of delicious. Prep it in just 15 minutes for a filling family-style meal from the slow cooker.

Add all of your favorite toppings from lettuce to cheese and plenty of sour cream with guacamole to make a dinner that is nutritious and delicious.

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Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili

turkey black bean chili — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This slow cooker butternut squash chili recipe is exactly what you need to make the next time you find yourself craving something nutritious, delicious, and super filling. It has a delicious sweet and savory flavor and is easily customizable when served with a variety of toppings.

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Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers

Three saucy stuffed peppers filled with cheese, rice and ground turkey.

Let the slow cooker handle stuffed peppers for dinner tonight. This recipe is easy, and uses lean ground turkey to make a classic dinner a little healthier. Your family will love the flavor of peppers, turkey and plenty of cheese with rice and a rich tomato sauce after a long day at work and school.

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Slow Cooker Pozole

Three bowls of Mexican pork stew, topped with cheese and radish slices. — Photo Credit: Retro Recipe Box.

Make some Mexican stew for dinner on a weeknight. This recipe uses pork and hominy in a spicy but not too hot chili broth. This makes a great meal on a chilly fall day, and is so easy that you can set it and forget it. Pair with sliced radishes, cheese and avocados over the top, or a tasty homemade cornbread muffin.

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Chicken Fajitas

Make these chicken fajitas for a colorful and aromatic weeknight dinner. This recipe is so easy you can set it and forget it until it is time to eat. You can pair chicken fajitas with Spanish rice, chips and salsa or a side salad for a complete meal.

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