Whole30 Slow Cooker Recipes (2024)

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These Whole30 slow cooker recipes are perfect for easy dinners and are ideal for meal prepping. Whether you are looking for soups, chilis or stews, these recipes will help you to stay on track with your goals.

I would be so lost without my slow cooker! It makes meal prep a breeze and I’m always a fan of a dump and go recipe! Grab your crockpot and try out some of these delicious and healthy recipes!

The Best Whole30 Slow Cooker Soup Recipes

Crockpot Zuppa Toscana from 40 Aprons is a rich and creamy, filling soup that’s absolutely bursting with flavor. It’s dairy-free, Whole30, and paleo, too, with bacon, sausage, potatoes, kale, and rich coconut cream. The slow cooker version of the popularHealthy Zuppa Toscanarecipe!

Whole30 Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla-Less Soup by 40 Aprons can also be made in the slow cooker. Full of flavor and so easy to make! Super quick and filling, this Mexican soup is creamy, spicy, and low carb.

Crockpot Chicken Soup by Cook Eat Paleo is made with just a few ingredients. This easy paleo crock pot chicken soup recipe is gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free.

The Best Whole30 Slow Cooker Chili and Stew Recipes

Whole30 Beef Stew by Tastes Lovely can be made in the slow cookerordutch oven. The MOST delicious beef stew you will ever have! With a secret ingredient that makes this stew amazing. Gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, clean eating, real food.

Crockpot Whole30 Chili by Tasty Thin is a hearty, no bean chili recipe. The perfect addition to a Whole30 or Paleo menu and super simple to prepare ahead!

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili by The Real Food Dieticians is so versatile and is perfect for meal prep. Delicious and full of bold flavors!

Slow Cooker Whole30 Paleo Korean Beef Stewby Food Faith Fitness is an easy gluten/sugar-free weeknight dinner with addicting spicy-sweet flavor! Total healthy comfort food!

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili With Sweet Potato from Paleo Running Momma is an easy all in one Paleo and Whole30 meal for any night of the week! Great to makes ahead and pack for lunches too.

The Best Whole30 Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

Crockpot Chicken Fajitas from 40 Aprons just couldn’t be easier or more delicious! They’re easy to make in the slow cooker and totally loaded with flavor. Delicious in tortillas, burrito bowls, or salads, these chicken fajitas are crazy tender and healthy, naturally Whole30 compliant, paleo, and low carb.

Crockpot Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Cilantro Sauce from 40 Aprons are super hands-off and easy but so tender and full of flavor! Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or for a crowd, they’re topped with a quick avocado-cilantro sauce.

The Best Whole30 Slow Cooker Side Dishes

Whole30 Crockpot Mashed Potatoes by 40 Aprons are so easy and creamy. Lactose-free and with a vegan or dairy-free option, these Whole30 Crockpot mashed potatoes are absolutely perfect for any Whole30 Thanksgiving or vegan Thanksgiving table, since they cook while you work on the rest of dinner!

Slow Cooker Cauliflower Mash Recipe by Wicked Spatula is so easy! Just 5 ingredients and 10 minutes prep! Paleo cauliflower mash (mashed cauliflower) is flavorful, low carb and healthy.

Healthier Crockpot Mashed Butternut Squash from Recipes From A Pantry is the perfect cozy side dishto complement your weeknight dinners, fall gatherings, Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, plus all of your other holiday meals. It is a family-friendly, colorful, vibrant, delicious and healthy mash that is easy to make in your slow cooker.

What Whole30 foods can you cook in the slow cooker?

So many options here! From breakfast casseroles to soups, side dishes to main courses, the slow cooker makes a Whole30 more convenient.

What are the best Whole30 slow cooker recipes?

We personally love chicken tacos, zuppa toscana, chicken tortilla-less soup, mashed potatoes, and chicken fajitas. Each recipe is made in the slow cooker for less time spent in the kitchen.

What can you eat on the Whole30?

There are SO many things you can eat on Whole30: all the vegetables you want; meat, poultry, and seafood; healthy fats like coconut oil, avocado oil, and even ghee; eggs; potatoes; vinegars; spices and seasonings; green beans, sugar snap peas, snow peas; coffee, tea, sparkling water, and kombucha. For the full (and printable!) Whole30 foods list, go here.

For More Whole30 Recipes:

Healthy Chicken Cobb Salad
Whole30 Soy Sauce Substitute
Perfect Deviled Eggs with Bacon
Healthy Oven Sous Vide Egg Bites

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What cannot be cooked in a slow cooker? ›

10 Foods You Should Never Make in a Slow Cooker

Raw Meat.
Seafood.
Pasta.
Rice.
Delicate Vegetables.
Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
Dairy.
Wine and Other Liquor.

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Can you put all raw ingredients in a slow cooker? ›

For many dishes, particularly soups and stews, you really can just throw all the ingredients in. It can be nice to cook the onions beforehand, as the flavour is different to when you put them in raw, but experiment both ways as you may find you prefer one.

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What can I use as a slow cooker? ›

To mimic a slow cooker, you can use a dutch oven or covered casserole dish in a very low oven preheated to 200° Fahrenheit (United States) or 95° Celsius. Some new wall ovens and ranges include a preset “slow cook” function, then automatically switch to “keep warm” when the cooking time is over.

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What's the difference between slow cooker and crockpot? ›

However, Crockpots generally have ceramic or porcelain pots, while most slow cookers have a metal pot. As with a lot of cooking appliances, the biggest difference comes from the distribution of heat.

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Will coconut milk split in slow cooker? ›

Creamy ingredients (whether they're dairy or non-dairy) can split in a slow cooker. Avoid adding milk, cream, yoghurt, coconut cream or coconut milk at the beginning of cooking as it can end up curdled and grainy. For the best results, stir through at the end of the cooking time and warm through gently without boiling.

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Why are my carrots still hard in the slow cooker? ›

If you don't have enough liquid in the pot, the carrots won't cook evenly and may stay tough. Aim for at least a cup or two of liquid, enough to reach about a third of the way up on the ingredients.

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Is 4 hours on high the same as 8 hours on low in a slow cooker? ›

The difference between "High" and "Low" on slow cookers seems to differ with every brand and model. One thing that is consistent, though, is that food takes seven to eight hours to reach a simmer point (around 210°) on low; versus three to four hours on high.

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What vegetables should not be added to a slow cooker? ›

Tender vegetables

Vegetables such as peas, asparagus and peppers can become a flavorless, mushy mess in a slow cooker. Stick to heartier root vegetables like potatoes, onions, leeks and yams, or wait to add the tender vegetables until the last 30 minutes or so of cooking time.

Is it safe to leave a slow cooker on all day? ›

Yes, you can use your slow cooker for longer than eight hours, as long as you keep an eye on it. Many slow cookers do have an automatic shutoff after 24 hours.

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Can you overcook in a slow cooker? ›

Slow cookers are specially designed to cook food for long periods of time, but yes, you can still overcook in a slow cooker if something is left on the wrong setting for longer than it's supposed to be.

Is beef stew better in slow cooker or pressure cooker? ›

More From Good Housekeeping. Taste: For overall taste, the pressure cooker was the hands-down winner. Beef, carrots, and potatoes all retained their rich flavors. After 8 hours in the slow cooker, they emerged bland and seemed to need salt.

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Can you just throw everything into a slow cooker? ›

Add your ingredients at the right time

Some ingredients cook quicker than others so although it might be tempting, you can't just throw everything in your slow cooker and expect it all to cook perfectly.

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Is it safe to put raw meat in a slow cooker? ›

Research conducted by USDA FSIS indicates it's safe to cook large cuts of meat and poultry in a slow cooker.

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Can you put raw hamburger in a slow cooker? ›

Absolutely, which is why you should always adjust times and amounts as needed. Smaller amounts of slow cooker hamburger only need a few hours before they are done.

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Is it OK to put raw chicken in slow cooker? ›

Yes, you can put raw chicken in a slow cooker! Slow cookers and Crock-Pots are designed to cook raw meats. The direct heat from the pot, lengthy cooking time and steam created from the tightly covered container destroys bacteria, making slow cooking safe. You can put frozen chicken in a slow cooker, too!

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