Healthy Slow Cooker Dinner Ideas

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33 Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes That Basically Make Themselves

Slow Cooker Sesame-Garlic Chicken or Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup?

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If you own a slow cooker, then you know by now that it makes your dinners easier. But did you know it can make them healthier, too? These nutrient-dense meals are both healthy and easy, which is a winning combo in our book. To make these healthy slow cooker recipes, you'll need a slow cooker like a Crock-Pot or a multicooker (like an Instant Pot!) to get the job done. Thankfully, The Good Housekeeping Institute rounded up the best slow cookers on the market if you're looking to upgrade your appliance. Newer models offer safety features like auto shut-off and even wifi connectivity so you can switch modes from outside the house. Use your slow cooker to brown meat, simmer soups and stews, cook rice and more. Just set it and forget it, letting the appliance do all the work so you can come home to a hot, ready meal. (Bonus: The whole kitchen will smell amazing!)

If you're trying to eat healthy, a slow cooker can help you reach your goals by making it easier to prepare vegetables, brown rice, beans and lean proteins like chicken and turkey. These recipes emphasize good-for-you ingredients while churning out the warm, comforting meals you've come to expect out of your slow cooker. And if you end up falling in love with your appliance like we did, you can buy the Good Housekeeping Slow Cooker cookbook for even more recipe ideas right here!

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Slow Cooker Cider-Braised Pot Roast

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Slow Cooker Lemon Butter Chicken & Potatoes

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Slow-Cooker Beef & Broccoli

Skip all of the unnecessary sodium that comes with your Chinese food takeout but making everyone's favorite dish, Beef & Broccoli, at home — this Siracha-inspired recipe may even taste better than your go-to take-out joint's sauce.

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Red-Cooked Chicken With Stir-fry Vegetables

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Tagine

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Sweet Potato Soup

With a kick of freshly grated ginger and mild (or not so mild) curry powder, this sweet-and-spicy soup will keep you warm on a cold winter's day. Plus, the nonfat Greek yogurt in this recipe keeps the dish surprisingly low-cal.

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Spiced Chickpea Stew

The coriander, fennel seeds and fresh carrots in this recipe make for an earthy, vegetarian meal — but if you want an extra punch of protein, you can always add a poached egg on top.

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Slow-Cooker Teriyaki Ribs

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White Bean Cassoulet With Pork and Lentils

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Crock-Pot Chicken With Walnut-Herb Sauce

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Healthy Pulled Pork Burrito Bowls

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White Turkey Chili Crock-Pot Recipe

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Slow Cooker Moroccan Chicken

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Crock-Pot Chickpea Curry Recipe

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Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup With Italian Sausage and Pesto

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Smoky Vegan Black Bean Soup

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Slow Cooker Sesame-Garlic Chicken

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Pressure Cooker Winter Squash and Lentil Stew

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Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan

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Slow-Cooker Tex-Mex Chicken Soup

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Crock-Pot Stuffed Peppers

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Slow Cooker Paleo Meatballs

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Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken

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Curried Butternut Squash Stew

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Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Burrito Bowls

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Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Gyros

Caroline Picard Health Editor Caroline is the Health Editor at GoodHousekeeping.com covering nutrition, fitness, wellness, and other lifestyle news.

Katie Bourque As an Editorial Fellow for Good Housekeeping, Katie covers health, beauty, home, and pop culture.

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