23 Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes

Slow-Roasted Chicken with Vegetables

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The aroma of rosemary and garlic is mouthwatering, and this recipe could not be easier. A few minutes of prep and you'll come home to a delicious dinner. Even a beginner cook could make this and have it turn out perfectly.—Anita Bell, Hermitage, TennesseeGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Sunday Pot Roast

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With the help of a slow cooker, you can prepare a down-home dinner any day of the week, not just on Sundays. The roast turns out tender and savory every time. —Brandy Schaefer, Glen Carbon, IllinoisGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Slow-Cooked Stuffed Peppers

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My favorite kitchen appliance is the slow-cooker, and I use mine more than anyone else I know. It does a great job with this good-for-you dish. —Michelle Gurnsey, Lincoln, NebraskaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Seafood Cioppino

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If you're looking for a great seafood recipe to create in your slow cooker, this classic fish stew is just the ticket. It's full to the brim with clams, crab, fish and shrimp, and is fancy enough to be an elegant meal. —Lisa DiPrima, Milford, New HampshireGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Easy Beans & Potatoes with Bacon

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I love the combination of green beans with bacon, so I created this recipe. It's great for when you have company because you can start the side dish in the slow cooker and continue preparing the rest of your dinner.—Barbara Brittain, Santee, CaliforniaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Slow Cooker Lime Chicken Chili

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Lime juice gives this chili a zesty twist, while canned tomatoes and beans make preparation a snap. Try serving bowls with toasted tortilla strips. —Diane Randazzo, Sinking Spring, PennsylvaniaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Slow-Cooked Pork Roast Dinner

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This delicious recipe will give you the most tender pork you have ever tasted! You can cut it with a fork, and it's just as moist and tender the next day—if there are any leftovers. —Jane Montgomery, Piqua, OhioGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Black Bean 'n' Pumpkin Chili

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My family is crazy about this slow cooker chili because it uses ingredients you don't usually find in chili. Believe it or not, I discovered that pumpkin is what makes the dish so special. Cook up a big batch and freeze some for later; it tastes even better reheated. —Deborah Vliet, Holland, MichiganGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Beef & Veggie Sloppy Joes

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I’m always looking for ways to serve my family healthy and delicious food, so I started experimenting with my favorite veggies and ground beef. I came up with this favorite that my three kids actually request! This healthy take on sloppy joes reminds me of my own childhood. —Megan Niebuhr, Yakima WashingtonGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Southwestern Chicken & Lima Bean Stew

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I always try to have my daughter, son-in-law and my grandchildren over for this supper. They make me so happy by saying, "That was so good!" or by just going to fill up their bowls. It's a good-for-you hit. —Pam Corder, Monroe, LouisianaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Slow Cooker Frittata Provencal

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This recipe means that a delectable dinner is ready when I walk in the door from work. The meatless slow cooker meal also makes an elegant brunch for lazy weekend mornings. —Connie Eaton, Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Butternut Squash with Whole Grains

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Fresh thyme really shines in this hearty slow-cooked side dish featuring tender butternut squash, nutritious whole grain pilaf and vitamin-packed baby spinach. —Taste of Home Test KitchenGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Slow-Cooked Turkey with Berry Compote

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We love to eat turkey at our house and this delicious dish is a great way to get all that yummy flavor without heating up the house; the berries make the perfect summer chutney. For browner turkey, broil for a few minutes before serving.—Margaret Bracher, Robertsdale, AlabamaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Chipotle Beef Chili

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I love spicy food, so I think this chili really hits the spot. If you are sensitive to chili peppers, start out with one or two chipotles and go up from there. —Steven Schend, Grand Rapids, MichiganGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Honey-Butter Peas and Carrots

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This classic combination of peas and carrots is enriched with a handful of flavor enhancers. Slow cooking allows the ingredients to meld for maximum richness. —Theresa Kreyche, Tustin, CaliforniaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Lime-Chipotle Carnitas Tostadas

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Here's a great recipe for your next party! Set out various toppings and garnishes so guests can custom-make their own tostadas with the lime-kissed shredded pork. —Jan Valdez, Chicago, IllinoisGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Slow-Cooked Sunday Chicken

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This convenient slow-cooker dish makes a hearty supper for two that's special any day of the week. —Ruthann Martin, Louisville, OhioGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Turkey Meatballs and Sauce

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My sweetie and I have fought the battle of the bulge forever. This is my less-fattening take on meatballs. They’re slow-cooker easy, and so flavorful!— Jane McMillan, Dania Beach, FloridaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Italian Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Enjoy all the flavors of Italian sausage sandwiches with this healthier alternative. —Lia Dellario, Middleport, New YorkGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Java Roast Beef

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Coffee adds richness to the gravy, which is perfect for sopping up with crusty bread or draping over mashed potatoes. —Charla Sackmann, Orange City, IowaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Black-Eyed Peas & Ham

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Every New Year's Day we have these slow-cooked black-eyed peas to bring good luck for the coming year.—Dawn Frihauf, Fort Morgan, Colorado Get the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Tomato-Topped Italian Pork Chops

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Get out the slow cooker: You’re only seven ingredients away from a saucy, delicious meal. —Krystie Chasse, Radium Hot Springs, British ColumbiaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com
Mushroom Meat Loaf

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Although I don't consider myself much of a cook, this recipe is delicious. It's moist, tender, and the sauce has a nice zip to it. The mushrooms and ground turkey are a nice combination.—Tyler Sherman, Williamsburg, VirginiaGet the recipe on tasteofhome.com