Using aslow cookercan be a game-changer for eating healthier and staying on track with your weight-loss goals.
It’s like having an assistant in the kitchen, helping you prepare balanced meals with minimal effort.
Add these to your weekly meal rotation to enjoy the convenience of weight loss meals without the hassle.
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Slow Cooker Green Chile Pork Soup
Looking for a healthier alternative to canned soup options?
This flavorful dish is easy to assemble, and it’s way more delicious than the shelf-stable stuff.
Get our recipe forSlow Cooker Green Chile Pork Soup.
Get our recipe forSlow Cooker Cuban Tomato and Black Bean Soup.
Get our recipe forSmoky Crock Pot Chili.
Once you realize how easy and delicious this recipe is, you’ll never want to order takeout again.
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Beef and Broccoli.
Tangy Slow-Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos
You don’t have to visit a restaurant to enjoy delicious tacos.
Get our recipe forTangy Slow-Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos.
This vegetable-based chili is just as flavorful as its meatier counterparts.
Consider passing on a side of cornbread for a little more chili instead!
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Vegetarian Chili.
No, this isn’t cooked in a smoker, but the slow cooking still makes all the difference.
Get our recipe forKeto-Friendly Slow Cooker Shredded Pork.
Get our recipe forHearty Asian Beef Noodle Soup.
If you’re looking for a recipe you might not have tried before, this is it.
Get our recipe forLamb Tagine.
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Jambalaya.
Basque Chicken
If your go-to lean protein is chicken, this scrumptious recipe is for you.
The secret to this Basque chicken is browning the meat before you put it in the slow cooker.
Get our recipe forBasque Chicken.
Slow Cooker Turkey Breasts with Oranges and Herbs
Turkey isn’t just for Thanksgiving!
These citrus-flavored turkey breasts will have you eating this lean protein all year long.
The fresh oranges, thyme, and rosemary really bring this dish full circle.
Get our recipe forSlow Cooker Turkey Breasts with Oranges and Herbs.
You’d be surprised how flavorful chicken tacos can be with the right seasonings and toppings.
And for a healthier tweak, consider swapping out tortillas for a bed of fresh lettuce.
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Chicken Tacos.
But why not try something new with a chicken enchilada casserole?
This dish is filled with hearty veggies and lean protein that’ll leave you feeling incredibly satisfied.
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
Crock-Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
What’s better than a classic bowl of chicken soup?
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Chicken Noodle Soup.
Get our recipe forSlow Cooker Pumpkin Chicken Chili.
Get our recipe forSlow Cooker Turkey Cassoulet.
Get our recipe forSlow Cooker Maple-Balsamic Chicken and Vegetables.
Classic Slow-Cooker Chicken in Red Wine
Feeling fancy?
you could make coq au vin right in your slow cooker, complete with a red wine sauce.
It’s definitely cheaper than a trip to France!
Take your go-to chicken recipe up a notch for your next dinner, and shop for these delicious ingredients.
Get our recipe forClassic Slow-Cooker Chicken in Red Wine.
Get our recipe forCreamy Split Pea Soup.
Here’s an easy, healthy version to tackle the French pot roast.
Get our recipe forFrench Pot Roast.
Get our recipe forBraised Brisket with Horseradish Cream.
Despite their simplicity in preparation, they often come with a hefty price tag.
Even better, this short ribs recipe delivers the same delicious taste while slashing the calories in half.
Get our recipe forShort Ribs Braised in Guinness.
Crock-Pot Italian Meatballs
Is there anything more comforting than a classic spaghetti and meatball dinner?
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Italian Meatballs.
Get our recipe forPulled Pork Sandwich.
This recipe takes inspiration from carbonnade, a traditional Belgian stew made with beef and onions braised in beer.
Perfect for a cozy winter evening, this hearty dish delivers rich flavor at just 345 calories per serving!
Get our recipe forSlow-Cooker Beef and Beer.
Corned Beef
Did you know corned beef is actually pickled brisket?
Pair it withroasted cabbagefor a classic and delicious combination!
Get our recipe forCorned Beef.
Slow Cooker Turkey
Why roast a turkey when the slow cooker can do it for you?
Get our recipe forSlow Cooker Turkey.
Get our recipe forPork Chile Verde.
It’s no wonder this made our list of healthy slow cooker recipes for weight loss.
Get our recipe forBeef Goulash.
