65+ Healthy Crock Pot Meals

These Healthy Crockpot Recipes have been my go-to for easy dinners for YEARS! Each meal is comforting, delicious, and SO effortless to make. And as a busy mom of 3 kiddos, I love that most of the cooking time is hands-off! Just put everything in the slow cooker, add the lid, and set the cooking time. You’ll get perfect dinners that the entire family will love every single time!

65+ Easy Healthy Crockpot Recipes

Here’s what you’ll find in this post:

• The Best Crockpot/Slow Cooker
• Easy Crockpot Soup Recipes
• Healthy Crockpot Chicken Recipes
• Healthy Beef Crockpot Recipes
• Ground Turkey Healthy Crockpot Recipes
• Healthy Pork Crockpot Recipes
• Easy Crock Pot Recipes With Beef
• Vegetarian Crockpot Recipes
• Cozy Crockpot Desserts

The Best Crockpot/Slow Cooker

First things first, this is hands-down the best crockpot (opens in a new tab) (in my opinion, of course)!

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I love that this Crockpot (opens in a new tab) is so simple and easy to use. It’s programmable, so you can set it and forget it. The settings are very simple, and the base is just the right size, making it perfect for everyday comforting meals!

Easy and Healthy Crockpot Recipes

1. The BEST Crockpot Vegetable Soup

This Crockpot Vegetable Soup is the BEST for an easy weeknight dinner recipe! Loaded with nutrition and flavor, it’s the perfect balance of healthy and a meal that everyone will love. Make this effortless slow-cooker vegetable soup in no time at all for a cozy bowl of deliciousness!

2. Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

This Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup is made with savory chicken, beans, corn, celery, carrots, tomato sauce, the best-ever taco seasoning (opens in a new tab), and tortilla chips to top it all off. This recipe is loaded with protein and also happens to be gluten and dairy-free.

3. Easy Turkey Noodle Soup (Slow Cooker)

This Turkey Noodle Soup is SO easy to make and great for a crowd! With perfectly cooked carrots, celery, leftover turkey, soft noodles, and a hint of sage, this recipe is simple and flavorful. This effortless healthy crockpot recipe is one that everyone will love!

4. Slow Cooker Red Lentil Stew (opens in a new tab)

Hearty and nutritious, this Red Lentil Stew with Chickpeas and Orzo is an easy meal the whole family will love! Throw all the ingredients in your slow cooker for a few hours and dinner is served!

5. Slow Cooker Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup (opens in a new tab)

This Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup is made with pumpkin puree, sweet potatoes, onion and the best sweet and savory blend of fall spices. Simply add the ingredients to a slow cooker in the morning and enjoy a hearty, warm pumpkin soup at night!

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6. Slow Cooker Thai Chicken and Rice Soup (opens in a new tab)

Delicious and warming Thai flavors add such a nice hint of spice to this easy slow-cooker chicken and rice soup. Fantastic slow cooker recipe for busy people.

7. Vegan Slow Cooker Chickpea Noodle Soup (opens in a new tab)

This chickpea noodle soup has all the comforts of our favorite “healing” soup, only this one’s entirely plant-based. Chicken noodle soup is a nostalgic classic, and this soup is sure to satisfy that comfort food itch while boosting the healthy fiber and antioxidants of the original.

8. Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili (opens in a new tab)

This Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili is a simple, dump-and-go dinner that is hearty and packed full of veggies. Take 15 minutes in the morning to prep and come back to dinner ready in the crock pot hours later. One of the best healthy crockpot recipes!

9. Crockpot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup (opens in a new tab)

This Crockpot lemon chicken orzo soup recipe is healthy, super easy, and delicious. Come home to a steaming bowl of cozy soup!

10. Slow Cooker Moroccan Bean Stew (opens in a new tab)

Made with Cannellini Beans, tomatoes, and spices, this simple slow cooker bean recipe is sure to warm you up on a chilly fall or winter night.

11. Irish Beef Stew (opens in a new tab)

This Slow Cooker Irish Beef Stew recipe is full of tender beef and root vegetables. It’s easy to make, hearty, and the ultimate comfort food for those cold weather months.

Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes

12. Crockpot Chicken and Rice

The BEST Crockpot Chicken and Rice recipe that’s perfect for dinner tonight! Lightened-up, comforting, cheesy, and delicious. Not to mention incredibly easy to make! This is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it weeknight dinner recipe!

13. Slow Cooker Fiesta Ranch Chicken Wraps

Crunchy, savory, and the right amount of kick! These Slow Cooker Fiesta Ranch Chicken Wraps are perfect for a busy weekday lunch or dinner recipe. Made with whole wheat wrap tortillas, crispy, fresh vegetables, homemade healthy fiesta ranch, and slow cooker ranch chicken, this recipe is INCREDIBLY delicious and easy to make!

14. Paleo Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

These Paleo Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken Meal Prep Bowls are full of flavor! They are also Paleo, Whole30, Gluten-Free, and so easy to make!

15. Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls (opens in a new tab)

These Simple Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls are an easy way to bring dinner to the table without all the time and hassle. Juicy shredded chicken, black beans, and the right amount of spice.

16. Crockpot Whole Chicken (opens in a new tab)

This Crockpot Whole Chicken is an easy dinner and one of the best healthy crockpot recipes that you have to try! With only a few minutes of prep, the slow cooker does all the work. It’s delicious! Naturally gluten-free and made with only 7 ingredients.

17. Slow Cooker Healthy Orange Chicken (opens in a new tab)

Slow cooker healthy orange chicken puts a guilt-free spin on a takeout favorite. Saucy, flavor-packed, and great for meal prep!

18. Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas (opens in a new tab)

Easy and delicious chicken enchiladas are an affordable meal that the whole family is sure to love. These slow-cooker chicken enchiladas can be made in advance and even frozen for later use. 

19. Slow Cooker Shredded Chili Chicken (opens in a new tab)

Slow cooker shredded chile chicken is super low effort, but full of zesty chile, cilantro and lime flavor. And, with only about 15 minutes of active prep time, you can meal prep with ease! Enjoy this deliciously moist shredded chicken in your favorite salad, wrap or burrito.

20. Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti (opens in a new tab)

Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti is a true 10-hour healthy slow cooker dinner with whole wheat pasta, tomato sauce, and spices. This is a family-friendly meal for all!

Healthy Beef Crockpot Recipes

21. Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos

You’ll love this Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos recipe! It’s a simple and easy weeknight dinner recipe and these tacos are BURSTING with spicy and savory flavors. One of the best-ever healthy crockpot recipes for dinner!

22. Slow Cooker Chili Lime Beef Tacos w/ Mango Salsa

Slow Cooker Chili Lime Beef Tacos With Mango Salsa that are savory, spicy, sour, and sweet! These tacos are so full of flavor and will not disappoint!

23. Whole 30 Pot Roast (opens in a new tab)

This easy Whole30 Pot Roast cooks in the slow cooker (opens in a new tab) with carrots, potatoes, celery, and savory seasonings. It’s gluten-free, Paleo, and dairy free too!

24. Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage (opens in a new tab)

This Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage is the simplest way to make moist, juicy corned beef. You’ll love this tender corned beef recipe!

25. Instant Pot Mexican Shredded Beef (opens in a new tab)

This Instant Pot Shredded Beef recipe is bursting with flavor! It’s perfect for tacos, nachos, salads, or just kept on hand to be used in recipes throughout the week and is 100% freezer friendly!

26. Crockpot Peppered Steak (opens in a new tab)

Crockpot Pepper Steak is a dump-and-go hands-off meal that is super flavorful, simple, and comforting. This Chinese-inspired pepper steak recipe is a favorite when served over rice, noodles, and more!

27. Crockpot Meatloaf with Potatoes and Carrots (opens in a new tab)

This delicious recipe for Crockpot Meatloaf is one of the simplest ways to cook a full dinner of meatloaf, potatoes, and carrots. It’s a set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker meal with minimal preparation and clean up. 

28. Slow Cooker Italian Beef Ragu (opens in a new tab)

This rustic Italian Beef Ragu requires minimum skill or effort as it is made easily in a slow cooker. Use it with spaghetti or in lasagna and freeze the rest!

29. Short Rib Burrito Bowls (opens in a new tab)

These Short Rib Burrito Bowls are so easy to make and sure to please the whole family!

Healthy Crockpot Meals with Chicken

30. Veggie-Loaded Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

Savory, easy-to-make Veggie-Loaded Slow Cooker Turkey Chili that’s perfect for a healthy and gluten-free weeknight dinner. Make a big batch of this recipe and have it throughout the week!

31. Crockpot Buffalo Turkey Meatballs (opens in a new tab)

These easy Buffalo Turkey Meatballs are made in the crockpot and are gluten-free, Whole30, and Paleo-friendly.

32. Slow Cooker Turkey Carnitas

Enjoy flavorful and succulent turkey tacos or burrito bowls with this slow-cooker turkey carnitas recipe.

33. Slow Cooker Thai Turkey Noodle Bowls (opens in a new tab)

One of the ultimate healthy crockpot recipes! Made with wholesome ingredients, these Slow Cooker Thai Turkey Noodle Bowls do not disappoint.

34. Healthy Stuffed Peppers in the Slow Cooker (opens in a new tab)

Looking for a healthy stuffed peppers recipe? This easy to make Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers are delicious. Don’t trade taste for healthy food. Make these easy stuffed peppers today.

35. Slow Cooker Turkey Tacos  (opens in a new tab)

Slow cooker turkey tacos made with ground turkey are a must-try dish. Delicious, tender, and juicy ground turkey slow cooked together with all the traditional, mouth-watering flavors of yummy tacos.

36. Slow Cooker Turkey Meatloaf (opens in a new tab)

This flavorful Slow Cooker Turkey Meatloaf is tender, juicy, and packed with protein. It’s made healthier and the results are everything you’d want in classic comfort food loved by the entire family!

37. Ground Turkey Taco Soup (opens in a new tab)

Every spoonful of this Turkey Taco Soup is brimming with flavor thanks to the ground turkey, beans, corn, and a perfectly seasoned broth.

Healthy Crock Pot Meals With Pork

38. Slow Cooker Pork Chops And Potatoes W/ Apples (Freezer Meal)

This savory Slow Cooker Pork Chops And Potatoes recipe is topped with sweet apples, easy to make, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or freezer meal!

39. Slow Cooker Ribs (opens in a new tab)

Super tender and easy to make, these Slow Cooker Ribs will have you reaching for seconds. Let the slow cooker do all the hard work for you and by dinner time, you’ll have fall-off-the-bone flavourful ribs ready. 

40. Whole 30 Pulled Pork (opens in a new tab)

Whole30 Pulled Pork is an ultra-simple meal-prep protein. You can prep the pork ahead of time, and then let your slow cooker do the rest of the work! Pulled pork can be topped with your favorite BBQ sauce and eaten in a variety of ways!

41. Crockpot Kielbasa And Green Beans (opens in a new tab)

Easy to make crockpot green beans, potatoes and Kielbasa recipe, ready in 4 hours. Simply add everything to the slow cooker and enjoy!

42. Slow Cooker Pork Chops (With Gravy) (opens in a new tab)

Slow Cooker Pork Chops are tender, flavorful, and smothered in a savory, rich and silky gravy. You’ll love making this recipe for slow cooker pork chops with gravy because it’s super simple and everyone will love it. 

43. Pepperoncini Pork Roast (opens in a new tab)

This shredded Greek pork is so low fuss, it takes only a few minutes of hands-on effort. Just a few simple ingredients are needed, pork (shoulder, butt, or loin) a jar of pepperoncini, and some spices! 

44. Slow Cooker Sausage, Apples & Fennel

Made with pork, apples, onions, fennel, and garlic, this Slow Cooker Sausage, Apples, and Fennel recipe is perfect for dinner!

45. Italian Sausage And Peppers Recipe (Slow Cooker) (opens in a new tab)

This Italian sausage and peppers recipe is so easy to make. Just layer the ingredients into your slow cooker, turn it on and in a few hours you’ve got a delish meal to serve. Serve over pasta, stuff them into a bun or serve them with your favorite side dishes.

Easy Crock Pot Recipes with Beef

46. Slow Cooker Birria Recipe (opens in a new tab)

47. Chili Lime Steak Tacos w/ Mango Salsa (opens in a new tab)

48. Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas Tacos (opens in a new tab)

49. Mexican Barbacoa Tacos (opens in a new tab)

Vegetarian Healthy Crock Pot Recipes

50. Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

This Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip is super easy to make and perfect for a small gathering. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a fool-proof way to impress your friends and have a delicious spinach artichoke dip on hand!

51. Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes & Cranberry Mushroom Sauce

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes with protein-filled mushrooms, good-for-you sautéed spinach, and organic cranberry sauce.

52. Easy Vegan Crockpot Lasagna (opens in a new tab)

Vegan Crockpot Lasagna is the perfect entree for parties, family gatherings, and lazy days when you just want to kick back with a movie while dinner cooks. It’s easy to prepare (no need to pre-cook the lasagna noodles) and versatile!

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53. Slow Cooker Wild Rice Pilaf (opens in a new tab)

This slow-cooker wild rice pilaf is packed with veggies like Brussels sprouts and mushrooms and is full of flavor. It is an easy and healthy dish that’s perfect for the holidays or any time of year.

54. Vegan Crockpot Potpie

This Vegan Crockpot Potpie is a plant-based take on a “chicken” potpie but made a whole lot easier. Dump everything in, set it and forget it. A perfect, easy weeknight dinner for those busy days!

55. Crockpot Chickpea Meatballs (opens in a new tab)

Cocktail chickpea meatballs are an easy vegetarian appetizer that bakes in about 20 minutes. The meatballs are plenty “meaty,” made with smashed chickpeas, and the sauce is a combo of BBQ sauce and grape jelly — or whatever jelly you love.

56. Slow Cooker Red Cabbage and Apples (opens in a new tab)

If you’re looking for an easy and delicious side dish, Braised Red Cabbage with Apples is a must-try. This delicious recipe is a sweet & sour treat that is great on its own or served with roasted meats and veggies.

57. Low-Fat Lentil Curry (Slow Cooker Recipe) (opens in a new tab)

This slow-cooker low-fat lentil curry is a mild, warm, satisfying dish that makes enough to feed a family of four.

58. Vegetable Tikka Masala (Slow Cooker) (opens in a new tab)

This slow cooker creamy vegetable tikka masala is made with caramelized onions, hot peppers, tomato sauce, and cream (or coconut cream).

59. Crockpot Corn Chowder

Crockpot Corn Chowder is easy and creamy! This chowder can be served as a perfect lunch, dinner, or side dish! Corn, golden potatoes, yellow onions and more slowly cook together to create the most flavorful Corn Chowder.

Cozy Crockpot Desserts

60. Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Chocolate

Slow Cooker Mexican Hot Chocolate that is creamy, chocolatey, and made with a kick. Not your traditional hot chocolate but in the best way!

61. World’s Best Crockpot Apple Crisp (opens in a new tab)

You’ve got to try this crustless crockpot apple crisp pie! It tastes like the warm apple pie filling without the crust and cooked in your slow cooker all day too which makes it so easy!

62. Slow Cooker Peanut Butter Granola (opens in a new tab)

Slow Cooker Peanut Butter Granola is all that and more! It is simple to make, has very few ingredients, and will disappear just as fast as you can make it!

63. Slow Cooker Candied Pumpkin Spice Pecans (opens in a new tab)

Simple Slow Cooker Candied Pumpkin Spice Pecans are a simple, delicious fall treat. 5 minutes to prep and they will make the entire house smell like a cozy autumn day.

64. Slow Cooker Blueberry Banana Bread (opens in a new tab)

Slow Cooker Blueberry Banana Bread makes an ideal afternoon or after-school snack and is soo good fresh out of the crockpot!

65. Slow Cooker Cacao Oat Slice with Date Caramel (opens in a new tab)

In this  Slow Cooker Cacao Oat Slice with Date Caramel recipe, the baked oat slice has nutty edges where the cacao nibs are on the outside. The smooth date caramel spread on top provides a lovely creamy contrast to the texture of the oats.

66. Slow Cooker Apricot Cake (opens in a new tab)

This slow cooker apricot cake recipe is a quick and easy muffin-type cake made with wholemeal flour and dried apricots. Bake in your crockpot for convenience and enjoy for an afternoon snack to keep up the energy levels or add to packed lunches.

67.Crockpot Cinnamon Apples (opens in a new tab)

Crockpot cinnamon apples are slow-cooked to perfection creating a delicious syrup atop tender and soft apple slices. The aroma of these apples fills your house with cinnamon sugar goodness!

68. Upside Down Strawberry Cake (opens in a new tab)

This slow cooker upside-down cake is so easy to make so it makes a great simple pudding to serve up whenever you want it.

69. Slow Cooker Raspberry Crumble (opens in a new tab)

A delicious raspberry crumble made in your crockpot, with an oaty crumble topping that is so easy to make and even more delicious!

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