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Crockpot Dinner Recipes

Explore 17 delicious protein-packed crockpot dinner recipes, each offering over 35 grams of protein for energy and fullness.
Servings 4 servings
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

  • 2 lbs chicken breast
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 3 tablespoons curry powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

  • 1.5 lbs flank steak, sliced
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Turkey Chili

  • 2 lbs ground turkey
  • 1 can kidney beans, rinsed
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 0.5 cup lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Pork Carnitas

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder
  • 1 quarter onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Salsa Verde Chicken

  • 2 lbs chicken breast
  • 1 jar salsa verde
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 teaspoon cumin

Italian Sausage and Peppers

  • 2 lbs Italian sausage (mild or hot)
  • 2 sliced bell peppers
  • 1 sliced onion
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Cajun Shrimp and Rice

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

Moroccan Beef Stew

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 2 cups carrots, sliced
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon coriander
  • 1 can chickpeas, rinsed

Lemon Herb Salmon

  • 2 lbs salmon fillet
  • 2 tablespoons dill
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup vegetable broth

Jambalaya

  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled
  • 1 link sausage, sliced
  • 1 chopped bell pepper
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

Chicken Fajitas

  • 2 lbs chicken breast, sliced
  • 2 sliced bell peppers
  • 1 sliced onion
  • 1 packet fajita seasoning
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Chipotle Beef Tacos

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon cumin

Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Teriyaki Chicken

  • 2 lbs chicken breast
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced

Sweet and Sour Pork

  • 2 lbs pork loin, cubed
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 chopped bell pepper
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 1 cup sweet and sour sauce

Beef Stroganoff

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preparation

  • Gather all ingredients for each recipe.
  • Prepare the ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring as needed.

Cooking

  • Add the ingredients to the crockpot according to the individual recipe instructions.
  • Cook on low for the designated time for each dish.
  • Stir in any last-minute ingredients (like spinach or cheese) before serving.

Notes

These meals are perfect for meal prep, as they can be stored in the fridge for several days. You can also freeze leftovers for future meals. Adjust seasoning and ingredients based on personal preferences.
Calories: 600kcal
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian, Italian, Mexican
Keyword: comfort food, crockpot meals, easy dinners, high protein dinners, meal prep recipes