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A Week of Slow Cooker Meals

January 28, 2021 by Lindsay 32 Comments

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A week of slow cooker meals that includes 15 recipes made in the crockpot- ideas for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 

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Hi Friends!

After taking last Saturday off to share my 12 Ways To Use Leftovers post, I’m back today with a week of slow cooker meals to inspire for you! Like I mentioned previously, this isn’t a meal plan that I’m following, nor does it need to be followed exactly. It’s just meant to give you some ideas for meals you could add to your menu for next week! This week I’m sharing 15 recipes that can all be made in the crockpot!

Need some new meal ideas? Here are 15 recipes (breakfast, lunch & dinner!) that can all be made in the crockpot!

Be sure to pin this post so you can refer back to it later! Hopefully you can find an idea or two that appeals to you!

Breakfast

Crockpot Breakfast Ideas

  • Crockpot Southwest Breakfast Casserole via Cookie Monster Cooking
    • Customize with your favorite veggies
  • Homemade Yogurt In The Crockpot via Live Simply
    • Top with this slow cooker granola, your fav cereal, some nuts and some fresh fruit!
  • Slow Cooker Coconut Granola Bars via My Whole Food Life
    • Mind-blowing, right?! Baking in a crockpot!
  • Crockpot Cherry Pie Steelcut Oats via PreventionRD
    • Don’t like cherries? Sub your favorite fruit!
  • Slow Cooker Sticky Pecan Buns via Amy’s Healthy Baking
    • The perfect weekend treat!

 


 

Lunch

Crockpot Lunch Ideas

  • Crockpot Turkey Chili via iFoodReal
    • Make a batch over the weekend and eat for lunch all week.
  • Slow Cooker Curried Chicken Wraps via Healthy Nibbles & Bits
    • Serve them in leafy wraps or flour wraps!
  • Chicken Salad In A Crockpot via One Krieger Chick
    • Make an easy sandwich or serve with crackers!
  • Crockpot Meatballs via The Lean Green Bean
    • Serve them over spaghetti or make meatball subs!
  • Slow Cooker Black Bean Burritos via Vegan In The Freezer
    • Skip the taco seasoning and add some hot sauce for a spicy twist!

 


 

Dinner

Crockpot Dinner Ideas

  • Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas via Nutritious Eats
    • Use for burritos, salads, tacos and more!
  • Crockpot Mexican Quinoa via Food Faith Fitness
    • An easy vegetarian option!
  • Slow Cooker Asian Citrus Pork Tenderloin via Aggie’s Kitchen
    • Slice up the leftovers and make a stir-fry the next night!
  • Crockpot Shredded Chicken Chili Colorado via The Roasted Root
    • A fun twist on traditional tacos.
  • Skinny Crockpot Veggie Lasagna via Pinch of Yum
    • Keep it veggie or add meat if you want!

weekly meal plans

Need more ideas? Check out the full gallery of weekly meal plans here!

Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

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Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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  1. kristin | W [H] A T C H says

    March 28, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    those black bean burritos look delicious.

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  2. Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says

    March 28, 2015 at 9:53 AM

    Thank you Lindsay! I need to get my slow cooker out and get to work. It’s so convenient, and I often forget about it. Have a fabulous weekend! 🙂

    Reply
  3. Marla says

    March 28, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    Perfect timing! I just got a new slow cooker yesterday and will be trying out these new recipes. Yum

    Reply
  4. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says

    March 28, 2015 at 10:54 AM

    Thanks so much for including my crockpot Mexican Quinoa! Now I need to make ALL of these! Pinned!

    Reply
  5. Amy @ Amy's Healthy Baking says

    March 28, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    Thanks for including my pecan buns! You found some incredible recipes, and… Now I’m hungry. 😉 Pinned!

    Reply
  6. Hollie says

    March 28, 2015 at 6:54 PM

    I love the idea of the lettuce wraps. Those look so good and I will probably try making those!

    Reply
  7. Jody - Fit at 57 says

    March 28, 2015 at 10:15 PM

    I need a crockpot!!!

    Reply
  8. Heather says

    March 29, 2015 at 8:12 AM

    I love this Lindsay! The crockpot is my favorite kitchen appliances- my family would starve without it!

    Reply
  9. Erin @ Erin's Inside Job says

    March 29, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    I definitely can always use more slow cooker recipes. Mine has been sitting on the shelf since I moved and I need to make some more!!

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  10. Melanie @ Nutritious Eats says

    March 29, 2015 at 10:12 AM

    I love love my crock pot. Thanks for including my carnitas! I am working on a similar post and have your meatballs in the roundup. 😉

    Reply
  11. [email protected] says

    March 29, 2015 at 11:12 AM

    Love this! Thank you for putting this together (:

    Reply
  12. CARLA says

    March 30, 2015 at 5:07 AM

    OH the granola bars BLEW MY MIND TOO.
    I dont ever do slow cooker for breakfast
    now I have no idea why I dont…

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  13. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    March 30, 2015 at 5:28 AM

    Wait? Granola bars in the crockpot? Must try!

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  14. Aileen says

    March 30, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    I am prepping for a busy week ahead and these meals are going to make my planning so much easier! Thanks so much. Great blog.

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  15. Diane Boyd says

    March 30, 2015 at 9:22 AM

    Hi Lindsay, First of all, congratualtions on getting asked to speak at the 2015 blog brulee! As an BB alumni, I can say You are a perfect fit and will have an amazing time!!! Love all of the recipes above because a slow cooker is like a breathe of fresh air! I too am intrigued by the granola and granola bars, esp. since I am on a granola kick!

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  16. Cassie @ Almost Getting it Together says

    March 30, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    Umm I feel like I need to try slow cooker granola ASAP! I’m almost out of Purely Elizabeth and need to make my own!! Love this!

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  17. Christine @ Love, Life, Surf says

    March 30, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    Ummmm, this is amazing!

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  18. francesca says

    March 30, 2015 at 11:01 AM

    Was just discussing that I needed more slow cooker recipes with a friend last night…it was like you were there in spirit and answered our prayers 😀

    Reply
  19. Alanna says

    March 30, 2015 at 3:33 PM

    I’m not sure why I never use the slow cooker! After seeing awesome recipes like these, it gives me so much inspiration to get it out! Thanks for this 🙂

    Reply
  20. Madeline @ FoodFitandFam says

    March 30, 2015 at 8:17 PM

    Oh my gosh! I was JUST looking for new slow cooker meals 🙂 Pinned for later!

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  21. Nicole says

    April 1, 2015 at 1:00 PM

    I’ve had a slow cooker for a little over a year…I can’t believe I existed for so many years without one!!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      April 3, 2015 at 12:46 PM

      crazy right?! it’s such a lifesaver!

      Reply
  22. Doctorfoodlove says

    April 6, 2015 at 2:47 PM

    This all looks fantastic! I love my Crock Pot. Thanks for posting–can’t wait to try some of these!

    Reply

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