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

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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

What do you eat for lunch on Paleo? ›

20 Paleo Work-Friendly Lunch Recipes
  • 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.

What foods should be slow cooked? ›

The Best Foods to Cook in Your Slow Cooker
  • Long-Cooking Cuts of Meat. Tough cuts of meat that turn out meltingly tender when cooked low and slow are made for this appliance. ...
  • Whole Chicken & Chicken Thighs. ...
  • Soups, Stews & Chilis. ...
  • Dips.
Jan 6, 2020

Is peanut butter OK for paleo diet? ›

Peanuts are technically legumes, which are not paleo compliant, and that means peanut butter is off limits for paleo eaters. All other nuts and seeds are fair game, so if nuts and seeds are the only ingredients, snack away!

What is the paleo diet anti inflammatory? ›

First, know that paleo is an anti-inflammatory diet that aims to remove sugar, legumes, most dairy, grains, and refined vegetable oils like corn and soy oil. Essentially, paleo sets out to eliminate processed, so-called modern foods from our diets.

What cannot be cooked 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.
Jan 19, 2024

Is there a difference between a slow cooker and a Crockpot? ›

A slow cooker and a Crockpot are the same thing, essentially. A slow cooker is an appliance of which there are lots of brands. Crockpot is one brand of slow cooker. Crockpot popularized slow cookers when they launched their version in the 1970s.

How healthy is slow cooking? ›

The low heat used in slow cooking destroys fewer nutrients than high-heat cooking. Meat and other ingredients are also cooked more safely since any remaining bacteria are killed off by the steam and tightly sealed pot. Slow cooking is also an excellent way to cook legumes, which are a staple in many healthy diets!

What I eat in a day on paleo? ›

Details of a paleo diet
  • Fruits.
  • Vegetables.
  • Nuts and seeds.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean meats, especially grass-fed animals or wild game.
  • Fish, especially those rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, mackerel and albacore tuna.
  • Oils from fruits and nuts, such as olive oil or walnut oil.
Oct 20, 2022

Can you eat lunch meat on paleo? ›

While pre-cooked 'deli' meat may be a feasible option for once in a while, if, and only if it meets certain standards, it's not something I'd recommend relying on as a daily go-to option, any more than I'd suggest eating energy bars or egg powder on a regular basis.

Is lunch meat paleo-friendly? ›

While you may be hard pressed to find deli meat that checks off every Paleo box, there are certainly some things to look for that will help you make the best choice. A slab of real meat (not those formed cylinders) that is freshly sliced is a great choice if it's available.

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