Paleo Slow Cooker Recipes That Will Simplify Your Life (2024)

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I have Paleo slow cooker recipes for pretty much anything that can be cooked in a crockpot. I pretty much think that crockpots are one of the best inventions when it comes to cooking!
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I love using my slow cooker because it is so easy to put all of the ingredients for a complete meal in one pot. Then I can come back to it a few hours later and it is all cooked and ready to eat.

I would not survive making healthy, yummy meals without a crockpot. You may think I'm crazy, but I actually own three crockpots.

The main reason I have so many is so I can make bone broth in one all the time, one for the main dish and one for the side dish.

Plus, I come from a large family and it's nice to have a few extras around for family parties or to loan to family and friends.

I think slow cookers are wonderful. I don't know how my grandmother ever lived without one. Oh wait, I do know, she spent the bigger part of her day in the kitchen cooking meals. My grandmother really could have used a crockpot.

Do I have to cook chicken before putting in slow cooker?

Absolutely not. I actually use frozen chicken and just put it straight in the slow cooker.

How long does it take to cook raw chicken in a crockpot?

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are very easy to overcook and only take 1.5 to 2.5 hours on LOW (never on. high). Boneless chicken thighs take 3-4 hours on LOW or 2-3 hours on HIGH. When in doubt, chicken is done when the internal temp reaches 165 degrees F.

Is it OK to put raw chicken in slow cooker with vegetables?

For sure. As long as you cook your dish so the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, everything else will be safe to eat too.

Is a slow cooker a healthy way to cook?

This depends on what you are comparing it to, but generally, since you are cooking low and slow you get a lot of flavors without having to add things like oil most of the time.

Here are some of my favorites from my blog -

  • Crock Pot Roast with Potatoes, Carrots and Gravy {Video}

    315 minutes

This really is a complete meal all in one pot and is an easy dinner. I really like this recipe because the broth helps make everything tender, moist, and flavorful. A few tips are to get a good-quality roast with good marbling, put the veggies in later than the roast, and don't forget to make the gravy - it has all the flavor!

  • Pork Crock Pot Chili Verde Recipe

    405 minutes

This chili verde recipe has so much flavor! The pork shoulder gets so tender and the tomatillo, onion, green chilis, garlic, peppers, and spices all mix together to make an explosion of flavor in your bowl, without very much heat.

It's naturally Paleo and gluten-free so people on all diets won't think there's anything "different" about it. It's also great to meal-prep it by making a double batch and freezing the extras in individual serving containers.

Isn't this so pretty? You can make it really pretty like the photos, but truth be told, when I'm making it for my family, I don't layer the zucchini. I get the same flavor of zucchini, tomatoes, and "cheese" sauce with less work!

I like to use ground turkey for the meat filling because it has a lighter taste than ground beef and is lower in fat. But mostly I just like to use it for variety and it really is one of my favorite proteins.

More Paleo Crock Pot Recipes

  • Paleo Chicken Soup Slow Cooker Recipe
  • Crock Pot Paleo Sloppy Joes Recipe
  • Instant Pot Thai Basil Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk Recipe
  • Healthy Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
  • Paleo Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala Recipe
  • Paleo Slow Cooker Pork Roast Recipe with Chimichurri Sauce
  • The Best Ever Healthy Crockpot Chicken Fajitas Recipe
  • The Best Ever Paleo Beef Stew Slow Cooker Recipe
  • Healthy, Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Chimichanga Recipe
  • Paleo Crock Pot Pulled Pork Recipe with BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
  • Balsamic Roast Beef Crock Pot Recipe

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Paleo Slow Cooker Recipes That Will Simplify Your Life (20)

Paleo Slow Cooker Recipes That Will Simplify Your Life

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  • Author: Rebecca Baron
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American
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I have Paleo slow cooker recipes for pretty much anything that can be cooked in a crockpot

Ingredients

  • roast
  • chili
  • lasagna
  • soup
  • sloppy joes
  • curry
  • tikka masala
  • fajitas
  • stew
  • pulled pork

Instructions

  1. Pick out a few Paleo crockpot recipes to try today!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200

Keywords: paleo, slow cooker

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  1. Ari Montros

    Thanks for making this list using my favorite kitchen appliance! I will definitely be trying these recipes to make my life easier!

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Paleo Slow Cooker Recipes That Will Simplify Your Life (2024)

FAQs

How to eat paleo at work? ›

Paleo Packed Lunch tips:
  1. Chicken Salad, Roasted Carrot & Cucumber Stacks with Dip, Crunchy Paleo Crackers, and Strawberries.
  2. Meat Loaf Muffins, Plantain Chips, and Paleo Ranch Dressing with Vegetables.
  3. Damn Fine Chicken, Roasted Vegetables, Fruit, and Liar Bars.

How long are slow cooker recipes? ›

Most slow cooker meals take 8-12 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high, but there are also recipes for slow-cooked meat that take up to 24 hours. If you want to avoid overcooking your dish, follow the given guidelines as closely as possible.

How to speed up weight loss on paleo? ›

Try to eat lean protein and healthy fats at every meal. Good examples of healthy proteins are grass fed beef, chicken, and fish (cod, tuna, or salmon). Healthy fats include avocado, coconut, and olive oils. Lean meats and healthy fats are both filling and nutrient-rich, which makes them perfect for weight loss.

What is the difference between a Crockpot and a slow cooker? ›

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.

What foods should not go in a slow cooker? ›

10 Foods You Should Never Make in a Slow Cooker
  1. Raw Meat.
  2. Seafood.
  3. Pasta.
  4. Rice.
  5. Delicate Vegetables.
  6. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
  7. Dairy.
  8. Wine and Other Liquor.
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Is it okay to leave a slow cooker on warm overnight? ›

Given how close that temperature is to the Danger Zone, Crock Pot recommends that you only keep food on the warm setting in your slow cooker for up four hours.

Can you put raw meat in a slow cooker? ›

Can you put meat straight into a slow cooker? Meat can be added directly unseared and not browned. However, browning meat and caramelising the beef is a great way to add depth of flavour and improve the visual appearance of the final dish.

Is 4 hours on high the same as 8 hours on low? ›

Low: 7-8 hours to reach the simmer point. High: 3-4 hours to reach the simmer point.

How is the Paleo diet supposed to work? ›

The typical paleo diet focuses on naturally raised meat and fish, as well as vegetables and fruits. It promotes avoiding dairy products and grains. This diet can put you at risk for deficiencies in calcium and vitamin D, which are critical to bone health.

Is it OK to have a cheat day on paleo? ›

Yes. In fact, having a regularly scheduled cheat day each week can actually be good for weight loss by preventing binges, reducing cravings, providing a mental break from dieting, and boosting metabolism—if it's done in a healthy way.

What do paleo people eat for lunch? ›

Here are 20 fantastic, healthy options that will have your non-paleo co-workers kale-green with envy.
  • Chinese Chicken Salad. ...
  • Portabella Sandwich with Sweet Potato Chips. ...
  • Thai Pork Lettuce Wraps. ...
  • Italian Sub Roll-Up. ...
  • Basil Avocado Chicken Salad. ...
  • Nicoise Salad. ...
  • Meaty Veggie Roll-Ups. ...
  • Cuban Brisket Taco Bowls.

Why am I so tired on paleo diet? ›

Any poorly planned diet can cause you to feel “off” and have lower energy than usual. If a paleo diet is too restrictive, it could lead to low energy levels and feelings of tiredness. Too restrictive means it doesn't provide enough calories or certain nutrients, such as carbs.

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