In the summer time, I love making crockpot meals. And I know we don’t usually associate those with the warm time of the year…

However, high protein crockpot recipes are truly the most convenient to make, they pack flavor, nutrition and require little to no time making.

Now that’s the kind of meal I love. And I know I’ll be making these over and over again the whole summer season.

1. Cream Cheese Chicken

This cheesy shredded chicken dish is cooked low and slow for nine hours to make it as tender as possible.

Garlic, celery seed, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper flavor your chicken. The creaminess derives from the cream of chicken soup and cream cheese.

Cream cheese chicken is delicious spread on hot buttered toast!

Per Serving:

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

2. Crockpot Marry Me Chicken

Source: allnutritious.com

This dish is sooooo good, it could make someone pop the big question!

Slow-cook tender chicken breasts in a rich Parmesan cream sauce with garlic, herbs, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, creating a dish that’s creamy, flavorful, and packed with protein.

The best part? Your crockpot does all the work, and you may just win a few hearts at the dinner table.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 585
• Fats: 37.8g
• Protein: 47.6g
• Carbs: 9.8g

3. Crockpot Sesame Chicken

When I’m caught up in day-to-day life and can’t get into the kitchen, my set-it-and-forget-it recipes are saviors.

Make this Chinese-takeout-inspired dish featuring tender shredded chicken, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh scallions, all glazed in a gooey, sticky sauce. It’s slightly sweet, savory, ridiculously delicious, and family-approved.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 405
• Fats: 14.8g
• Protein: 45.2g
• Carbs: 20.6g
• Fiber: 0.9g
• Sugar: 16.4g

4. Slow Cooker Protein Chili

Source: allnutritious.com

Packed with lean ground beef, black beans, kidney beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and sweet kernel corn with a spicy dressing, this lazy dish is a Mexican fiesta on a plate.

Top with avocado, sour cream, chopped green onions, shredded cheese, or crushed tortilla chips, and let everyone tuck in.

Per Serving:

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

5. Crockpot Chicken Shawarma Bowl

Source: allnutritious.com

Next up – A lazy-dinner hero that still delivers big, satisfying protein and loads of spring-friendly flavor.

How about a bowl of juicy chicken, roasted veggies, rice or cauliflower rice, and vibrant toppings like cucumber, tomato, and a dollop of tangy yogurt?  It’s fresh, fun, and fabulous!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 485
• Fats: 17.1g
• Protein: 48.9g
• Carbs: 37.2g
• Fiber: 17.1g
• Sugar: 6.4g

6. Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

This recipe combines tender chicken thighs, bathed in a delicious creamy garlic Parmesan sauce mixed with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.

Each bite of this chicken gives you creamy Parmesan, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and vibrant spinach. It creates a luxurious dining experience without having to leave your house (or spend hours cooking).

Per Serving:

• Calories: 446
• Fats: 0.6g
• Protein: 44g
• Carbs: 7.3g
• Fiber: 1.2g
• Sugar: 3g

7. Crockpot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

Here, the tender, shredded chicken and soft pasta blend with a delicious broth infused with garlic, herbs, and a bright kick of fresh lemon. 

This cozy crockpot lemon chicken orzo is full of bright, refreshing flavors. It’s a simple, healthy, one-pot meal perfect for a busy weeknight.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 334
• Fats: 4.6g
• Protein: 36g
• Carbs: 36g
• Fiber: 2.9g
• Sugar: 3.7g

8. Mississippi Chicken

Source: allnutritious.com

This Mississippi chicken recipe will leave you with moist and flavorful chicken. You only need a few simple ingredients to prep this.

You will use butter, ranch seasoning, pepperoncini peppers, and an au jus sauce packet. These cook with your meat to create flavorful, mildly spicy Mississippi chicken.

Your pulled chicken pairs well served over creamy mashed potatoes.

Per Serving:

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

9. Crockpot Pesto Chicken

Source: allnutritious.com

Just eight pantry staples (yes, including salt and pepper), a crockpot, and barely any prep – hard to believe that’s all it takes to create a mouthwatering dish of tender chicken breasts, juicy tomatoes, and vibrant pesto.

It’s a lazy high-protein recipe that cooks itself and fills your kitchen with delicious aromas, leaving you with more time to relax and enjoy every bite.

Per Serving:

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

10. Butter Chicken

Source: allnutritious.com

This tender butter chicken is flavorful with a beautiful creamy texture. It’s a much healthier version of a restaurant favorite.

The creamy texture doesn’t derive from butter. You will use coconut milk instead! To create a rich taste, you’ll also use tomato paste, garam masala, and curry powder.

Serve your butter chicken on top of basmati rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 500
• Fats: 35.6g
• Protein: 41.8g
• Carbs: 15.4g
• Fiber: 3.4g
• Sugar: 8.6g

11. Crockpot Chicken Lemon Soup

Source: allnutritious.com

Experience the bright, zesty flavors of fresh lemon paired with savory herbs in this easy, comforting soup.

It packs 36 grams of protein, making it a meal that will keep you full all day.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 345
• Fats: 7.4g
• Protein: 36.5g
• Carbs: 30.6g
• Fiber: 3.1g
• Sugar: 4.2g

12. Healthy Crockpot Pulled Pork

Source: thecleaneatingcouple.com

A crockpot is the ultimate tool for creating mouthwatering pulled pork with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

You only need 10 ingredients and 10 minutes to prepare, then dump and wait for the magic to happen. The pork cooks gently in chicken stock and olive oil, becoming melt-in-the-mouth tender.

Top with a light BBQ sauce and serve with seasonal veggies.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 346
• Fats: 13g
• Protein: 41g
• Carbs: 13g
• Sugar: 8g

13. Pork Tenderloin Carnitas Tacos

Source: feastingnotfasting.com

Slow-cooked, shredded port that’s juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside? Delicious! That’s what this port tenderloin carnitas recipe brings.

Make irresistible tacos for a family meal, a garden party, or a picnic served with zesty chimichurri rice.

The secret – slow-cooked in a crockpot and then finished under the oven broiler for that takeout crunch without the greasy drip.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 189
• Fats: 3g
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 4g
• Fiber: 0g
• Sugar: 1g

14. Pepper Steak

Source: tastyover.com

Crockpot Pepper Steak is a dump and go hands-off meal that is super flavorful, simple, and comforting. This Chinese inspired pepper steak recipe is a favorite when served over rice, noodles and more!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 267
• Fats: 5g
• Protein: 36g
• Carbs: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 11g

15. Crockpot Ramen

Source: upstateramblings.com

Ramen is a great fallback when you don’t know what to cook, but it can get very boring.

This fabulous recipe is the perfect solution for an inexpensive, high-protein, fuss-free ramen dinner, packed with chicken, vegetables and Asian flavors.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 439
• Fats: 13g
• Protein: 59g
• Carbs: 19g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 11g

16. Salsa Chicken and Rice

Source: jordosworld.com

Salsa chicken and rice are prepped and in your crockpot in five minutes! So easy yet super tasty.

You only need chicken, salsa, broth, and instant rice. Everything except your rice is cooked for four hours before shredding your chicken. Then add your rice for 10 minutes.

You could eat this on its own. However, make it exciting by adding crunchy chips and shredded cheese!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 364
• Fats: 5g
• Protein: 50g
• Carbs: 31g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 5g

17. Slow Cooker Salmon

Source: cleaneatingkitchen.com

Don’t you find that serving salmon at a dinner party instantly makes the whole menu feel more special? My guests are always amazed (and a little suspicious) about how I managed it with everything else going on.

Little do they know, my trusty slow cooker is the real chef behind this tender, flaky, flavorful salmon in a sauce made from lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 334
• Fats: 15.3g
• Protein: 38.6g
• Carbs: 8g
• Fiber: 0.6g
• Sugar: 2.6g

18. Mexican Chicken Soup

Source: saltandlavender.com

This Crockpot Mexican chicken soup is fresh, tangy, and comforting. Set it and forget it, and you’ll come back home to a wonderful healthy homemade soup!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 285
• Fats: 5g
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 29g
• Fiber: 7g
• Sugar: 5g

19. Mexican Shredded Beef

Source: ihearteating.com

This shredded beef is super tasty and incredibly versatile. Use it to fill your favorite Mexican dishes such as tacos, burritos, or quesadillas!

You’ll use a flavorful dry rub to coat your beef roast. Then you will slow cook it with orange juice, lime juice, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth. This will also create a delicious sauce.

Once your beef is cooked and shredded, you can combine it with the sauce. Or serve your sauce on top!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 236
• Fats: 8g
• Protein: 34g
• Carbs: 4g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g

20. Chuck Roast

Source: thefeatherednester.com

Pot roast is a comfort food that your whole family will love. This recipe includes veggies to create an entire meal, saving time and effort.

Chunky potatoes, slender carrots, and sliced onions accompany your tender beef roast. You’ll cook your meat and veggies in beef broth.

Ranch dressing seasoning will give your chuck roast a kick of flavor. Serve with extra veggies – tender green beans are ideal.

Ready for more meal inspiration? Check out these other high protein slow cooker recipes!

Per Serving:

• Calories: 452
• Fats: 20g
• Protein: 37g
• Carbs: 32g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 2g

21. Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder

Source: thedizzycook.com

This pork shoulder recipe is a tasty alternative to BBQ sauce for pulled pork. You’ll use the perfect spice blend to impart maximum flavor.

Garlic, shallots, and vegetable broth are the other ingredients. Pat your dry rub onto your pork shoulder and throw everything in your slow cooker.

Your juicy pulled pork is ideal served with a summer salad.

Per Serving:

• Calories: 468
• Fats: 12g
• Protein: 78g
• Carbs: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 5g