When you want an easy dinner idea that’s healthy, clean eating crockpot recipes are a set and go meal that you don’t have to put a lot of time or effort into.
They are great for busy weeknights or those weekends when your schedule is busy with events, games, and other outdoor activities. They are also great for when you want a comforting meal and easy dinners that will warm you up and keep you full during the cooler months.
These healthy crockpot recipes are easy and delicious, include vegetarian recipes, and will allow you to spend more time doing the things you love rather than spending time at the stove.
You’ll find a great assortment of healthy slow cooker recipes that are:
- made with only clean ingredients
- family-friendly
- easy to make with common ingredients
- healthy options for dinners any time of year
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Why You’ll Love These Slow-Cooker Recipes
- Only clean ingredients – have you ever noticed how so many crockpot recipes contain canned items, preservative-laden sauces, and spice packs with tons of additives? It’s totally possible to make healthier crockpot meals with clean ingredients and have them come out super tasty. These recipes will show you how.
- Budget-friendly – most of the recipes include just a protein, a few veggies, and a couple of pantry items making it easy to eat clean on a budget.
- Plenty of leftovers – the beauty of the crockpot is that it makes a lot, so there’s plenty to eat the next day, freeze for later, or repurpose into another meal.
- Freezer friendly – freeze the pre-chopped and spiced ingredients in a gallon freezer bag for a quick dump-and-go meal. Check out these Summer freezer meals, freezer meals for new moms, and Fall freezer meals for more ideas.
Favorite Healthy Crockpot Dinner Recipes
This is my handpicked list of the BEST slow cooker dinner recipes out there!
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1- Crockpot Chicken and Rice
While most chicken and rice recipes made in the slow cooker tend to be made with processed foods such as condensed soups, this one is not. It’s a healthy take on a favorite crockpot dinner that’s both filling and easy to make.
2- Vegetable Soup
Made with a variety of different vegetables, vegetable soup is a classic dinner that we all love and is perfect for meal prep. It’s also versatile so you can use your favorite vegetables and cook it in the slow cooker so you have a filling meal ready to go when you are.
3- Slow Cooker Pot Roast (that falls apart EVERYTIME!)
A family favorite, there’s nothing better than enjoying a slow-cooked beef roast with your favorite veggies. If you have a little bit of extra time, this one sears the meat to brown it before cooking it in the crockpot.
4- Slow Cooker Poached Chicken
Add some flavorful spices to this healthy crock pot chicken and serve with your favorite sides or use the tender chunks of chicken to make easy sandwiches or a delicious dinner. Use your favorite herbs and let the slow cooker cook the chicken until it’s tender and juicy.
5- Crockpot Chipotle Carne Asada
Cook this beef carne asada in your slow cooker and you have a delicious and easy meal the whole family will love. All you need is some steak, an orange, and a few spices to create this dinner dish.
6- Vegan Coconut Curry Lentil Soup
Chickpeas, lentils, sweet potatoes, and coconut milk are mixed with a flavorful mix of seasonings to make this delicious and healthy coconut curry soup for a complete meal that is a perfect dinner option.
7- Cranberry Chicken
Made with fresh cranberries, chicken, and aromatic seasonings, this easy slow cooker chicken is a flavorful and healthy cooking idea that you can set and go for those busy weekdays.
8- Spicy Beef Short Ribs
Add some heat to dinner with these slow cooker spicy beef short ribs. The rib recipe uses coconut sugar and other healthy ingredients to create a flavorful sauce and filling healthy dinner.
9- Turkey Chili
Change up your typical chili recipe with this slow cooker healthy turkey chili. It’s a filling meal that’s perfect for the fall or winter season.
10- White Chicken Chili
Another flavorful chili recipe that’s made with healthy ingredients, this white chicken chili is made in the crockpot for an easy weeknight dinner time when you don’t feel like cooking.
11 – Crockpot Tuscan Chicken
This dairy-free chicken crockpot recipe is a family favorite. It’s super simple and the fresh basil and spinach really give this meal a fresh taste even though it’s slow-cooked.
12 – Chicken Curry
Full of flavor and filling, this chicken curry is a healthy and delicious fall or winter busy weeknight meal that takes little prep and is slowly cooked until the veggies are nice and tender.
13 – Rosemary Brisket
Only a few ingredients are needed to make this flavorful brisket. It’s a delicious recipe that slow cooks the brisket meat until tender and juicy. It’s a great crockpot recipe for serving guests!
14 – Hungarian Goulash
If you’re looking for a hearty slow cooker meal to serve up for dinner, this Hungarian goulash is packed with beef and veggies. There’s no pasta in this dish, just a filling serving of meat and vegetables.
15 – Slow Cooker Red Cabbage
Red cabbage and apples are the stars of this healthy sweet and sour side. Serve it up with your favorite mains for a filling weeknight dinner.
16 – Slow Cooker Beef Osso Buco
The rich tomato and vegetable sauce of this slow cooker beef osso buco is the ultimate comfort food meal. It makes a satisfying weeknight dinner or impressive Sunday dinner that doesn’t need tending.
More Healthy Dinner Recipes
Looking for more clean & healthy dinner ideas? We’ve got you covered!
Light & Easy Summer Dinners (hot weather dinners that require little effort)
Healthy Fall Dinner Recipes (warm & cozy healthy meals)
7 Healthy Family Dinner Ideas (that always get eaten!)
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