Description
A collection of 21 easy and delicious high protein recipes that can be made in a crockpot, perfect for lazy summer days.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast – 2 lbs
- Ground turkey – 1 lb
- Black beans – 2 cans
- Quinoa – 1 cup
- Lentils – 1 cup
- Vegetable broth – 4 cups
- Chickpeas – 2 cans
- Brown rice – 1 cup
- Spinach – 4 cups
- Bell peppers – 2, diced
- Onion – 1, chopped
- Garlic – 4 cloves, minced
- Spices (cumin, paprika, salt, pepper) – to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and measuring out grains and beans.
- Layer the ingredients in the crockpot starting with the proteins, followed by the grains, and then the vegetables.
- Add the vegetable broth and spices on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Stir well before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute any protein or vegetable based on your preference.
- These recipes are great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Consider adding fresh herbs for extra flavor before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg