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Dieting is hard and meals can take a lot of prep and planning. That’s why you should let your crock pot do the heavy lifting for you. Save your effort and sweat for the gym. Check out these four life-changing recipes to whip up in your slow cooker.
Here’s the thing. You can eat fat when dieting, as long as it’s in moderation. Plus, full fats keep you satisfied longer, which means you eat less overall. This chowder skips the heavy cream and uses a combination of whole milk and corn as the soup’s thickener. It also features plenty of vegetables for fiber and a dash of real bacon for flavor.
You'll need:
Bacon
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
Chicken broth
Whole Milk
Carrots
White onion
Celery
Corn
Baby red potatoes
Salt
Black pepper
Smoked paprika
Garlic powder
Italian seasoning
Fresh basil or thyme
This delicious coconut curry chicken is made with chicken breast, full-fat coconut milk, green curry paste, and a squeeze of lime. It’s perfect for weekday lunches. The flavor is so versatile. Serve it with cauliflower rice, mixed greens, riced broccoli, or even quinoa.
You’ll need:
Boneless skinless chicken breast
Garlic
Full-fat coconut milk
Green curry paste
Garlic powder
Salt
Lime juice
Chili powder
Thai basil, fresh (or regular basil)
Salt and pepper
This flavorful beef dish makes a great base for tacos, burritos, and even barbeque. The multitude of spices transforms an inexpensive cut of meat (chuck roast) into a flavorful delight. Serve the barbacoa on corn or flour tortillas with fresh cilantro, tomato, avocados, and more. This dish will definitely be a crowd-pleaser.
You’ll need:
Chuck roast
Paprika
Salt
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Cumin
Black pepper
Cayenne
Diced tomatoes
Green chiles
Onion
Garlic
Apple cider vinegar
Pure maple syrup or raw honey
Salt
Black pepper
Thai Slow Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
This twist on a classic will be your next go-to soup recipe. Featuring sweet and savory Thai flavors, this soup is packed full of vegetables that won’t jeopardize your waistline. There’s no need to serve over rice since the soup has wild rice in it. Wild rice has far fewer carbohydrates and is full of nutrients and minerals.
You’ll need:
Boneless skinless chicken thighs
Carrots chopped
Squash cubed
Onions diced
Fresh ginger minced
Thai red curry paste
Brown sugar
Fish sauce
Wild rice
Chicken stock
Coconut milk
Lime juice
