Fall is the season for cozy meals, but you certainly don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen cooking. That’s why these healthy fall dump and go crockpot recipes will come to the rescue.

They are all about tossing in the ingredients, hitting start, and letting your slow cooker work its magic while you enjoy life.

Best of all, they’re packed full of nutritious and delicious ingredients to keep the family happy, healthy, filled, and fueled up.

So whether you’re looking for a meal prep idea, a busy weeknight dinner, a lazy Sunday lunch, or something high-end for guests, you’ll find it here!

1. Crockpot Pesto Chicken

Source: allnutritious.com

Only 8 ingredients (including salt and pepper), and your crockpot does all the work. Sounds good? That’s why I have this recipe on repeat through the fall season.

It’s a healthy, delicious combination of chicken breasts, tomatoes, and pesto.

You can pair it with a choice of tasty sides, think – brown rice, pasta, roasted veggies, creamy mashed potatoes, or chunky slices of warm focaccia.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 622
• Fats: 37g
• Protein: 60g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 2.7g
• Sugar: 5.5g

2. Crockpot Chicken Tacos

Source: allnutritious.com

Tacos are a family favorite, but I don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen making them. These crockpot chicken tacos are the perfect solution.

They require minimal prep and are also high in protein and low calorie. Serve with a choice of tempting toppings such as avocado, sour cream, sliced lime, or fresh cilantro.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 201
• Fats: 9.4g
• Protein: 21g
• Carbs: 15.5g
• Fiber: 10.7g
• Sugar: 2.6g

3. Crockpot Mississippi Chicken

Source: allnutritious.com

Juicy chicken breasts, ranch seasoning, savory gravy, and tangy pepperoncini – this hearty, cozy dish will have everyone coming back for more.

It takes only 10 minutes to prepare, and your crockpot does all the work. The recipe is also a meal prep win – cook up a big batch and you’ll have a ready-to-go dinner waiting whenever you need it.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 349
• Fats: 19g
• Protein: 35g
• Carbs: 6.7g
• Fiber: 0.4g
• Sugar: 2.7g

4. Slow Cooker Protein Chili

Source: allnutritious.com

Want a protein boost to keep you going in the cold weather? My slow cooker protein chili recipe will do the trick.

Packed with lean ground beef, black beans, kidney beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and sweet kernel corn, with a spicy dressing, it’s a Mexican fiesta on a plate. Top with avocado, sour cream, chopped green onions, shredded cheese, or crushed tortilla chips.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 471
• Fats: 15g
• Protein: 39g
• Carbs: 50g
• Fiber: 17g
• Sugar: 12g

5. Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken

Source: allnutritious.com

Here’s a flavor profile that will have you coming back for more – think rich, creamy cream cheese paired with tender, shredded chicken, and Italian seasoning, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.

I absolutely love this meal for cozy fall dinners – it takes just 15 minutes to prep and makes the perfect laid-back family dish. When guests come over, I dress it up with cheesy garlic broccoli, and it’s a hit!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 407
• Fats: 22g
• Protein: 38g
• Carbs: 12g
• Fiber: 1.7g
• Sugar: 2g

6. Pumpkin Soup

Source: jessicainthekitchen.com

Fall is the perfect time for pumpkin soup. Creamy, warm, comforting, and packed with signature autumn flavor, it’s like a hug in a bowl.

Jessica’s recipe is warm, cozy, and perfectly spiced. It also freezes well, so you can always have a quick dinner option ready on a busy weeknight.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 220
• Fats: 17g
• Protein: 3g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 7g

7. Pumpkin Chicken Chili

Source: bucketlisttummy.com

This cozy white bean pumpkin chili blends sweet, spicy, and savory in the most comforting way. It’s made with hearty beans, ground chicken, warm spices, and a touch of maple for balance – perfect for crisp fall days.

Just toss everything in the crockpot and let the magic happen while you go about your day! To make this vegan, omit the meat and cheese and load up on beans.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 318
• Fats: 9g
• Protein: 23g
• Carbs: 38g
• Fiber: 10g
• Sugar: 11g

8. Tortellini Soup with Sausage

Source: saltandlavender.com

There’s nothing like a warm bowl of soup in the fall – it wraps around your soul like your favorite blanket.

Natasha’s soup recipe is a fabulous bowl of Italian sausage, tomatoes, cheese tortellini, a splash of cream, a hint of garlic, and spinach. Dump everything into your crockpot, and a tempting dish will be ready when you get home from work.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 709
• Fats: 43g
• Protein: 29g
• Carbs: 55g
• Fiber: 8g
• Sugar: 13g

9. Butter Chicken

Source: littlesunnykitchen.com

Craving the rich, comforting taste of butter chicken? Skip the takeout – this easy, healthier version brings all those bold flavors straight to your kitchen with hardly any effort.

It’s spicy (but not too spicy), creamy, comforting, and filling. Serve with fluffy Basmati rice or warm Naan for an authentic touch.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 580
• Fats: 58g
• Protein: 40g
• Carbs: 11g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 6g

10. Chicken Vegetable Soup

Source: thekitchengirl.com

Without the noodles, this yummy recipe offers a chicken soup that’s lighter, lower in carbs, and still totally satisfying. No soggy pasta here – just rich broth, tender chicken, and hearty veggies.

Prep the ingredients in a jiffy and let your crockpot do the rest. Serve with crusty garlic toast, perfect for soaking up all the flavorful broth.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 103
• Fats: 3g
• Protein: 13g
• Carbs: 6g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 2g

11. Pork Tenderloin

Source: saltandlavender.com

Pork tenderloin is a fam favorite in fall, but until I discovered this crockpot recipe, it was just too much work to make in the oven.

Natasha’s recipe offers melt-in-your-mouth juicy tenderloin with an irresistible homemade spice rub that includes smoked paprika, sugar, and tasty aromatics.

Serve this when guests come over, they’ll be convinced you ordered from a fancy restaurant! 

Per Serving:

• Calories: 272
• Fats: 13g
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 5g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 4g

12. Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

Source: itsavegworldafterall.com

Load up on nutrients with this all-veggie dish that’s so tasty, even the kids will love it.

It’s a fab twist on mac and cheese with a creamy sauce made from butternut squash, onions, garlic, and broth, cooked until perfectly tender, and then pureed with an immersion blender.

It’s freezer-friendly, so add it to your list as a meal prep option.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 521
• Fats: 14g
• Protein: 22g
• Carbs: 77g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 9g

13. Chicken Potato Soup

Source: therusticfoodie.com

If you need a dairy-free meal that’s filling, exciting, healthy, comforting, and ultra-tasty, this recipe from Christine at The Rustic Foodie ticks all the boxes.

It’s full of hearty vegetables and shredded chicken, in a savory broth. Best of all, it’s easy to make and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients, so you’ll probably find them all in your pantry.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 203
• Fats: 3g
• Protein: 24g
• Carbs: 19g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 5g

14. Kabocha Squash Chili

Source: runningtothekitchen.com

Fall is the perfect season to enjoy Kabocha Squash – the Japanese squash with bright orange flesh and a naturally sweet, nutty flavor.

If you’re unsure how to use it in a dish, Gina from Running to the Kitchen, has a mouth-watering recipe. It’s a spice-fiesta, teaming up the squash with a delicious blend of cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and ground cloves.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 362
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 9g
• Sugar: 7g

15. Mushroom Barley Stew

Source: itsavegworldafterall.com

Whip up a meal in an instant with these everyday ingredients – mushrooms, barley, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, dried thyme, bay leaf, veggie broth.

Dump them all into your crockpot and come home to a warm, comforting, healthy dinner that the family will LUV. Serve with sourdough bread – it’s the perfect pairing.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 175
• Fats: 1g
• Protein: 6g
• Carbs: 38g
• Fiber: 8g
• Sugar: 7g

16. Pumpkin Lasagna

Source: healthyslowcooking.com

I’m still dreaming of pumpkins in the fall, so this recipe is a must for me!

It is the perfect dish for introducing non-vegans to vegan food and is much healthier than the traditional, fat-laden lasagna. Serve it with a spinach salad with a balsamic vinaigrette, and you have a high-end dinner for guests.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 406
• Fats: 5g
• Protein: 23g
• Carbs: 73g
• Fiber: 6g
• Sugar: 7g

17. Mushroom Wild Rice Soup

Source: jessicainthekitchen.com

Prep in 15 minutes, dump and go – that’s my kind of meal.

Jessica’s mushroom wild rice soup is ideal for a fall dinner, filled with the earthy, creamy, velvety taste of mushrooms, the nutty flavor of wild rice, and the perfect blend of seasoning.

You can also experiment with different types of mushrooms – the recipe calls for baby Bella,  but you can use cremini, shiitake, portobello, oyster mushrooms, or even a mix.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 153
• Fats: 9g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbs: 17g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 3g

18. Moroccan Chicken Thighs

Source: rachelcooks.com

Who can resist the rich, bold flavors of Morocco? This is my go-to recipe for a family midweek pick-me-up.

It combines all the warm spices – cinnamon, cumin, cardamom, cayenne pepper, and turmeric – with butternut squash, tasty chicken thighs, and golden raisins for even more sweetness. It’s flavorful, filling, comforting, and so easy to make in a crockpot.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 418
• Fats: 16g
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 42g
• Fiber: 6g
• Sugar: 18g

19. Turkey Chili

Source: chefsavvy.com

When you want a break from chicken, turkey comes to the rescue, and this recipe is a winner.

It’s made with black beans, kidney beans, corn, fire-roasted tomatoes, green chilies, and lots of spices.

Dump it all in a crockpot and when ready, serve with tortilla chips, loads of shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and hot sauce.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 175
• Fats: 5g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbs: 15g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 1g

20. Chicken Tortellini Soup

Source: dinneratthezoo.com

This chicken tortellini soup puts a tasty twist on the classic – packed with tender chicken and hearty veggies, but with cheesy tortellini taking the place of traditional egg noodles for an extra comforting bite.

It takes just minutes to prep and dump into your crockpot, and you can get on with your day while dinner cooks itself.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 380
• Fats: 9g
• Protein: 36g
• Carbs: 37g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 5g

21. 15 Bean Soup

Source: moneywisemoms.com

Let’s end with a soup that contains a whopping 15 different types of beans! Sounds impossible? All you need is one bag of 15 bean soup mix and this recipe from Money Wise Moms.

Are you curious about the beans? (I was), so here they are – northern, pinto, large lima, yelloweye bean, garbanzo, baby lima, green split pea, kidney, cranberry bean, small white, pink bean, small red, yellow split pea, lentil, navy, white kidney, and black beans.

It’s a power-packed, healthy soup that’ll warm your soul on a fall evening.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 54
• Fats: 1g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbs: 10g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 4g