25 High Protein Crockpot Dinners With 5 Ingredients or Less
Make busy weeknights stress-free with these 25 easy high protein crockpot dinners that are made with 5 ingredients or less! They’re cheap, cozy, dump & go meals that are perfect for cold winter nights!
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It’s officially cozy crockpot season!
Call me crazy, but I actually kind of love the winter. I love romanticizing everything, bundling up in warm blankets, drinking hot tea, and of course making all the casseroles, comfort foods, and crockpot dinners!
Although I’ve owned an Instant Pot for SO many years, I just started using the slow cooker setting not too long ago and I’m now obsessed. Especially on my work from home day, where I can just throw in all the ingredients, put it on slow cooker mode, and dinner is ready without me doing anything more than stirring!
In this roundup, I’m sharing 25 high protein slow cooker dinners – all made with 5 ingredients or less! These dinners are cheap, dump & go meals that are perfect for busy weeknights and the post-holiday slump!
🥘 Need some more dinner help? Check out these 25 insanely easy side dishes made with 5 ingredients or less – perfect for holidays, gatherings, or to pair with cozy weeknight dinners!
This roundup includes crockpot chicken recipes, cozy dinners made with beef, lamb, and even some high protein slow cooker soup recipes that are my favorite for winter.
You can even bring some of these dishes to parties and gatherings. The chili is always a favorite for game days!
Looking for even more 5 ingredient recipes? Here’s some other recipe roundups for cozy season!
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🎃 20 Roasted Pumpkin Seed Recipes
🍁 25 Easy Fall Recipes
🥘 25 High Protein Crockpot Dinners
🎄 25 Easy Christmas Appetizers
🍗 25 Thanksgiving & Christmas Side Dishes
🏈 27 Easy Game Day Recipes
The Best Slow Cookers
If you don’t have a slow cooker yet, but are interested in getting one, here are some of my recommendations. As I mentioned above, I have an Instant Pot which I really love because it’s a multi-purpose cooker and you can do so much with it.
But other people may prefer a more compact slow cooker that isn’t as bulky.
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Crockpot Chicken Recipes
1. Easy Crockpot Salsa Chicken Tacos
Okay, tacos are already pretty easy to make but this crockpot recipe makes it even easier with these incredibly delicious 4-ingredient salsa chicken tacos!
Recipe source + credit: Barefoot in the Pines
2. Crockpot BBQ Chicken Thighs
Sweet, sticky, and incredibly flavorful – these BBQ chicken thighs can be made with just 4 ingredients + salt and pepper!
Recipe source + credit: On My Kids Plate
3. Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Okay I just ate dinner, but I’m hungry again after looking at this yummy honey garlic chicken recipe! It’s a super simple 5-ingredient dinner that’s perfect when you’re craving Chinese takeout.
Recipe source + credit: Family Food on the Table
4. Slow Cooker Italian Chicken
This is a favorite when I need a simple, go-to crockpot dinner that’s full of flavor! You don’t need any fancy ingredients for this one – just a few seasonings and pantry staples that you may already have at home.
Recipe source + credit: Electric Mommy
5. Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken
If you’re a fan of buffalo sauce, you have to try this recipe! It’s so simple, packed with flavor, and a great dump & go crockpot recipe you can make even on your busiest days.
Recipe source + credit: The Magical Slow Cooker
6. Crockpot Mandarin Chicken
Okay I nearly screamed when I saw this recipe because Panda Express has a mandarin teriyaki sauce?!!?! Definitely adding that to the grocery list for next week!
Recipe source + credit: The Frugal Girls
7. Crockpot Ranch Chicken
This simple crockpot chicken recipe is cozy, and perfect for winter when you want something creamy and delish without a ton of work.
Recipe source + credit: Delish Sides
8. Crockpot Chicken & Gravy
Yum, this recipe is another classic comfort food! Just dump all of the ingredients in your crockpot and you’ll have an easy dinner that tastes delicious and is packed with protein.
Recipe source + credit: The Country Cook
9. Crockpot Chicken & Dumplings
A yummy and cozy meal that the whole family will love! This is one of my favorite meals to make for sick days too. Speaking of dumplings, make sure to check out my 4-Ingredient Sweet Chili Potsticker Soup if you want another quick & easy Asian-inspired soup recipe!
Recipe source + credit: The Lazy K Kitchen
10. Crockpot Fiesta Chicken
This recipe is full of Tex-Mex flavors and packed with protein! Perfect for when you need a quick, comfort food dinner that’s easy to put together on busy weeknights.
Recipe source + credit: Hello Spoonful
Crockpot Beef & Lamb Recipes
11. Crockpot Beef Stew
An easy 5-ingredient stew that’s perfect for cold winter nights!
Recipe source + credit: Cooktop Cove
12. Slow Cooker Lamb Stew
Not in the mood for beef stew? How about trying this delicious and simple 5-ingredient lamb stew that’s made with lamb chops!
Recipe source + credit: Savory Thoughts
13. Crockpot Barbacoa Beef Tacos
Another simple 4-ingredient high-protein crockpot dinner idea for Taco Tuesday! These easy barbacoa tacos are full of flavor but only use a few ingredients.
Recipe source + credit: The Roasted Root
14. Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
Anything involving creamy noodles is a winner in my book! This simple 5-ingredient slow cooker dinner is a comfort food that’s packed with protein, and sure to be a hit even with picky eaters.
Recipe source + credit: The Food Hussy
15. Slow Cooker Pot Roast
If you’re looking for a true set-it-and-forget-it kind of recipe, then you have to try this simple 5-ingredient pot roast!
Recipe source + credit: InstruPix
16. Crockpot Lamb Chops
You’ll just need 5 ingredients to make these flavorful lamb chops! The recipe also has optional veggies you can add to this dish to give it more color and nutrients.
Recipe source + credit: Tasty Oven
17. Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
These simple 3-ingredient meatballs can be served as an appetizer, but they’re also perfect for a quick dinner paired with rice or pasta!
Recipe source + credit: Nourish + Fete
18. Crockpot Sausage & Peppers
This is a high protein AND low carb recipe that’s packed with flavors, and just needs 4 simple ingredients! It’s also another great game day recipe the whole crowd is going to love.
Recipe source + credit: Real Food Whole Life
Crockpot High Protein Soup Recipes
19. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
Yum I love a bowl of white chicken chili for dinner when it gets cold outside. This crockpot version is made with just 5 ingredients and it’s perfect for lazy days!
Recipe source + credit: The Novice Chef
20. Easy 3-Ingredient Beef Chili
This simple beef chili recipe has instructions for both stovetop and crockpot! Whichever method you choose, it’s a super simple dump & go dinner recipe for busy days.
Recipe source + credit: I Heart Naptime
21. Creamy Cheeseburger Soup
This easy, creamy crockpot dinner is my go to when I’m craving a hearty soup. There’s instructions for how to make this in the stovetop or in a crockpot – whatever you fancy!
Recipe source + credit: The Feathered Nester
22. Slow Cooker Mexican Tortilla Soup
This slow cooker version of the classic chicken tortilla soup is simple, delicious, and made with just 5 ingredients! You can add so many different toppings and customize it just the way you like.
Recipe source + credit: Melanie Cooks
23. Slow Cooker Sausage, Kale, and Potato Soup
You can’t go wrong with this creamy sausage, kale, and potato soup especially on cold winter nights! Made with just a few ingredients and includes instructions for both the stovetop and crockpot.
Recipe source + credit: Simply Recipes
24. Simple Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
Lasagna soup is one of my favorites, and this recipe is a simple 5-ingredient crockpot version that makes life even easier on busy weeks! It includes cannelli beans for extra protein!
Recipe source + credit: Thirty Handmade Days
25. Crockpot Ham and Bean Pinto Soup
Here’s another bean-based soup that also includes ham for some extra protein! This is such a simple, budget-friendly recipe that’s perfect for lazy days.
Recipe source + credit: The Family Freezer
I hope you enjoyed this roundup of 25 high protein crockpot dinners and found some inspiration for your winter dinner rotation! Don’t forget to check out all of my easy dinner recipes and grab my FREE 5-day meal plan to make busy weeknights even easier.
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