21 Healthy Low-Carb Meals to Make in the Slow Cooker

Save yourself a ton of time and let the slow cooker do all the work!

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Weekdays can be extremely busy no matter what lifestyle we live. It’s in those hectic moments we are most tempted to order takeout or stop by the drive-through on our way home. Unfortunately, small temptations like that can lead to unhealthy cycles. If you’re following a low-carb diet and you’re trying your best to stick with it, then you are going to love what we have in store for you. Check out these delicious, healthy low-carb meals that you can pop in the slow cooker on your way out the door. They’ll be ready to eat when as you come home!

These recipes are so flavorful, you won’t feel like you’re missing out. The most important part of eating healthy is making sure it’s not just a diet: It should become a lifestyle. You can accomplish that by choosing healthy and nutritious meals that still taste great. Here are a few meals to get you started

1. Slow Cooker Beef Curry

Beef curry is flavorful comfort food that is sure to satisfy your hunger. This recipe is one of our top crowd-pleasing, healthy low-carb meals because it’s so savory! Toss all of the ingredients in the slow cooker and enjoy the mouth-watering aroma that fills your home. Simple, delicious, and only 5 grams of carbs. Talk about a great combination!

2. Crock-Pot 3-Ingredient Balsamic Chicken

Do you know what’s better than a healthy dinner? One that only requires three basic ingredients! That’s exactly what you’ll get when you make this Balsamic Chicken recipe. Chicken breast, a jar of salsa, and balsamic vinegar are the only things you need to make this recipe a reality. Not only is this meal absolutely flavorful, but it’s also an excellent option for a hearty dinner or make-ahead lunch. At only 8 grams of carbs, this recipe is hard to resist.

3.  Slow Cooker Carrot Tumeric Soup 

Tumeric soups are all the rage right now because of their powerful antioxidant properties. However, we can’t deny that sometimes we eat these soups simply because they taste amazing! Check out this simple, low-carb carrot soup. It not only fills you up with only 11 grams of carbs, but it also has a unique blend of flavors. You’ll love the combination of carrot, ginger, and curry in a rich and creamy base. This is just what you need to warm up!

4. Slow Cooker Eggplant Lasagna

People following a low-carb diet assume that “lasagna” is a dirty word. That doesn’t necessarily have to be true! Check out this recipe that relies on eggplant to cut those carbs to only 19 grams per serving. You’ll still get the same great flavor and texture with fewer unnecessary carbs. This recipe proves that your meals don’t have to taste like cardboard in order to be healthy!

5. Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Everybody needs a go-to Salisbury steak recipe, and we love this version of that perfectly cooked patty smothered in gravy. You won’t believe that this recipe only has 11 grams of carbs! Keep it low carb with the sides and you’ll create the ultimate low-carb comfort food meal.

6. Slow Cooker Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chicken Marsala

You simply haven’t lived until you’ve tasted the incredible flavors in this recipe! Chicken Marsala is known for its perfect blend of incredible flavors, but the addition of sun-dried tomatoes takes this recipe to the next level. Impress your guests while keeping to only 14 carbs by serving up this gem of a meal. This is sure to make your list of favorite healthy low-carb meals.

7. Slow Cooker Mushroom Soup 

If you love the earthy flavor of mushrooms, then this is an absolute must-try recipe. Onion, garlic, and herbs give this soup life (along with mushrooms, of course!). The creamy base is like no other and you’ll be surprised at just how much this soup fills you up for only 14 grams of carbs. Low carb, delicious, AND simple to make; is there a better combination out there?

8. Slow Cooker Chicken with Mushroom Gravy

Are you in the mood for some good old-fashioned, home cooking? Check out this amazing Chicken with Mushroom Gravy recipe! It may taste like a cheat day, but it only has 15 grams of carbs! The showstopper in this dish is the creamy, flavorful mushroom gravy. You might be surprised to learn that turkey bacon is the backdrop of this perfect blend of flavors. It’s always nice to enjoy a delicious gravy that you didn’t have to stir and simmer forever!

9. Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey Garlic Chicken never disappoints. Whether you want to add to your personal collection of healthy low-carb meals, or you’re just looking for something tasty to serve up to your guests, this is the perfect recipe for you. Honey and garlic flavors were made for each other and this meal proves it! All while keeping the carbs to only 14 grams.

10. Slow Cooker Carnitas

You need this low-carb recipe in your life! Carnitas are not only packed with protein, but this slow cooker option ensures that it’s an all-around healthier option, too. You’ll fall in love with the blend of spices, and the result is a perfectly tender meat with only 5 grams of carbs. That’s impossible to resist!

11. Slow Cooker Tamari-Glazed Chicken

If you haven’t been using tamari in your cooking, you’re sure to be blown away by the flavor in this recipe. If you want to add a meal to the menu that will satisfy your hunger and send your taste buds into overdrive, then this 7 gram of carbs recipe is for you. It’s hard to believe that a meal this good is actually low-carb, too!

12. Slow Cooker Mexican Meatloaf

Did you know that you can make a meatloaf in a slow cooker? Now you do! Not only is this a more convenient option, but this particular recipe has bolder flavors than traditional meatloaf. This is the perfect meal if you’re in the mood for a ton of nutrients in a 12 carb package.

13. Slow Cooker Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs

If there’s cheese involved, then the answer is yes. Low carb options can still taste sinfully delicious, and this recipe proves it! Not only is it loaded with melted cheese, but the meatballs are exquisite all on their own. The whole wheat flour ensures that you’re getting fiber-rich carbs instead of the simple carbs your body doesn’t need. The whole family will enjoy this 12 gram of carb recipe.

14. Slow Cooker Ropa Vieja 

Spice up your typical weekday menu with this Cuban classic! There’s so much flavor in each and every bite, but the melt-in-your-mouth steak has only 11 grams of carbs. Healthy low-carb meals can be out of this world delicious, and this recipe proves it!

15. Slow Cooker Everything Beef 

This shredded beef recipe is something everybody should try at least once. You are sure to fall in love with the combination of simple, yet delicious flavors. There are countless ways to enjoy this beef recipe, all with only 2 grams of carbs. It’s safe to say you can enjoy it totally guilt-free!

16. Spinach Artichoke Chicken

Doesn’t the name of this recipe get your mouth watering? If you love artichoke dip, then this is the perfect meal for you. The blend of flavors is the same, but the tender chunks of chicken are what makes it a meal. With only 14 grams of carbs, this is sure to be one of your new, favorite healthy low-carb meals!

17. Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

In the mood for take-out? Try this recipe instead! It only has 10 grams of carbs but has a zesty blend of flavors that’s sure to curb those cravings without any of the guilt. Coconut aminos offers a little bit of flavor and a whole lot of amino acids. This is the healthy version of your take-out favorite!

18. Slow Cooker Boef Bourguignon

This recipe may sound complex, but it’s actually very simple. It’s similar to a beef stew and is the ultimate low-carb comfort food. You’ll appreciate the perfect blend of flavors that will warm you up all night long. Plus, it only has 5.5 grams of carbs!

19. Slow Cooker Turkey Breast 

This recipe comes in at a whopping zero carbs! You’ll absolutely love the tender deliciousness of this turkey breast. You don’t have to wait until Thanksgiving to enjoy this meal, either. Simply pop it in the slow cooker and it’ll be ready in just a few short hours. This classic favorite deserves its rightful place on your table!

20. Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Roast 

Don’t even try to resist this scrumptious slow cooker recipe! This is the perfect recipe when you want to serve your guests a healthy meal. It’s traditional, delicious, and everybody loves it (even though it’s only 15 grams of carbs). You can’t go wrong serving up this tender and flavorful chicken dish.

21. Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef

Keep things low carb and flavorful with this Mexican Shredded Beef recipe. This is is a great meal to include on your healthy-eating journey because it only has 4 grams of carbs. You can use it in a variety of ways, but can certainly stand on its own as far as flavor goes.

These healthy low-carb meals are sure to make your life a little easier! Like us on  Facebook and follow us on Pinterest if you want to stay updated on our latest recipes and health tips.

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