18 Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes for Winter • Fit Mitten Kitchen

These 18 healthy slow cooker recipes are perfect to help prepare easy weeknight dinners this winter and the perfect comfort food! There are lots of dietary options too – vegan, gluten-free, paleo, Whole30, and more.

Sometimes things can get away from us and it’s hard to get healthy, whole foods on the table for dinner. Once the weather gets cold and the days get grey, it’s always a great time to pull out some easy slow cooker recipes.

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I, for one, don’t use my slow cooker nearly enough – I really want to make more use of it this year and get back into meal prep mode.

Meal prep isn’t just for “busy moms” or families. Anyone can benefit from a meal that slow cooks all day long and has a delicious meal ready and waiting for them at the end of a busy day.

There are too many times I’ve found myself stuck with “What’s for dinner?” and end up making breakfast for dinner. Which some days is fine, but other days it gets old and doesn’t leave you feeling satisfied after a meal.

But just by having a little bit of a plan, you can have more healthy, nutritious meals for everyone.

If you are looking for more tips, recipes and even a planning guide, we’ve got you the perfect guide for you!

So here are the best slow cooker recipes that will help you get a healthy dinner on the table each night without stressing you out!

Healthy Chili Recipes

Butternut Squash & Bean Turkey Chili

A Healthy Turkey Chili packed full of protein, beans, vegetables and spices for a hearty meal. This delicious recipe is easy to make on the Stovetop, Instant Pot or as an easy crock pot recipe. For some extra flavor, you can’t go wrong topping it with avocado, tortilla chips, a little vegan sour cream and cheese if you want to. It’s perfect for busy weeknights!

three bowls of butternut squash turkey chili with toppings

More Slow Cooker Meals

Slow Cooker Soup Recipes

Sausage Kale Soup {Zuppa Toscana recipe}

This Sausage Kale Soup (also known as, “Zuppa Toscana”) is an easy meal that’s comforting dairy-free soup classic. A healthier take on the Olive Garden recipe with a variety of ways to lighten things up and is packed with so much flavor. Make in the Instant Pot, slow cooker or on your stovetop! Dairy-free, Paleo, and Whole 30 friendly.

soup with potatoes kale and sausage in a white bowl

More Easy Crockpot Recipes

Healthy Loaded Potato Soup
White Bean and Kale Soup
Slow Cooker Quinoa Veggie Soup – Orchids + Sweet Tea
Crock-Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup – Fit Foodie Finds
Slow Cooker Moroccan Chickpea Stew – Simply Quinoa
Dairy-Free Creamy Chicken Corn Chowder – Miss Allie’s Kitchen

Easy Slow-Cooker Recipes for Dinner

Paleo Slow Cooker Thai Red Curry Turkey Meatballs

Slow cookers make for the best meals! These spicy Paleo Thai Red Curry Turkey Meatballs are a must! They’re guaranteed to be a new family favorite. Serve with zoodles, cauli rice or your favorite grain for a delicious meal. This easy recipe for meatballs is paleo and whole30 and makes the perfect simple dinner!