This massive list of easy and healthy slow cooker recipes will simplify your meals – all the way from breakfast to dinner!
One of the ways I’ve saved time and simplified family meals is by utilizing the slow cooker! Yes, it’s cliche. I’m a midwest mom and I’m addicted to my slow cooker.
BUT can you blame me? I know you love it too…

CLICK HERE to pin 35 Easy & Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes for later.
I rounded up some of the best healthy slow cooker recipes from myeverydaytable.com AND my friends around the web to simplify your meals. Less time cooking = more time for drinking tea and reading OR drinking wine and Bravo. (You decide. Cough cough. BRAVO!)
AND, if you love slow cooking, scoop up my secret to maximizing your time in the kitchen: Cook Once, Eat Twice Slow Cooker meals! The Housewives will thank you. 😉
The Best Crockpot to Use:
If you don’t have a slow cooker (or crock pot!), what exactly are you waiting for? This one is only $40 and I use it on a weekly basis. It’s basic, but gets the job done and I’m so happy with it!

Healthy Chicken Slow Cooker Recipes:
Chicken is so versatile in the slow cooker and the flavor combinations are endless. No more boring chicken dinners here!
- Slow Cooker Chicken with Dates and Golden Raisins by Little Chef Big Appetite
- Healthy Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl Recipe by My Everyday Table
- Kale and Broccoli Chicken Tortellini Soup by Good Life Eats
- Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma by A Clean Bake
- Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili by Hungry by Nature
- Sweet Potato Chicken Chili by The Lean Green Bean
- Crockpot Chipotle Chicken Soup by Salt & Lavender
- Slow Cooker Coconut Chicken Curry by Farmersgirl Kitchen
- The Best Whole Chicken in a Slow Cooker by The Little Kitchen
- Slow Cooker Jambalaya by Pinch and Swirl
- Healthy Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken Tacos by Midwest Foodie

Healthy Turkey Slow Cooker Recipes:
Think beyond Thanksgiving with these turkey slow cooker recipes. So much flavor and all family-friendly.
- Slow Cooker Turkey French Dips Recipe by My Everyday Table
- Thai Slow Cooker Ground Turkey by Joy Food Sunshine
- Paleo Turkey Chili by The Clean Eating Couple
- Slow Cooker Healthy Sloppy Joes by Run to the Finish
- Paleo Pumpkin Turkey Chili by Hungry by Nature

Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes (Beef, Pork, Lamb):
You’ll find soups, stews, sandwiches, tacos and more in this tasty list.
- Easy Slow Cooker Italian Sloppy Joes by My Everyday Table
- Weekday Ragu with Veggies by My Kitchen Love
- Easy Crockpot Potato Soup by Create Kids Club
- Low Carb Pot Roast Slow Cooker Recipe by Wholesome Yum
- Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa by Good Life Eats
- The Best Ever Slow Cooker Beef Stew by (T)rue Story
- Slow Cooker Lamb Chili by Krolls Korner
- Kid Friendly Slow Cooker Pork Ramen by The Gingered Whisk
- Slow Cooker Honey Pork to Cook Once, Eat Twice by My Everyday Table

Healthy Vegetarian Slow Cooker Recipes:
It’s not always about the meat! Give these vegetarian slow cooker recipes a try for a satisfying meatless meal.
- Red Lentil Vegetable Curry by Feed Me Greens
- Jackfruit Pumpkin Slow Cooker Chili by Sprinkles & Sea Salt
- Slow Cooker Lentil Curry by Recipes from a Pantry
- Smoky Lentil Sloppy Joes by Delightful Adventures

Healthy Breakfast Slow Cooker Recipes:
Yes, breakfast in the slow cooker IS possible and it’s always a good decision.
- Slow Cooker Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal by A Dash of Megnut
- Slow Cooker Steel Cut Oatmeal with Coconut and Almonds by Fusion Craftiness
- How to Make Apple Sauce in Your Slow Cooker by Creative Green Living
- Slow Cooker Apples and Oats by Vegan in the Freezer
- Slow Cooker Low Carb Granola by Recipes from a Pantry
- How to Make Homemade Yogurt by Creative Green Living
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Liz
Thanks for featuring my turkey chili!! I can’t wait to try some of these – we love our slow cooker 🙂
Emily
Thank YOU, Liz!