The only things better than healthy dinner ideas are easy healthy dinner ideas. This set-it-and-forget-it slow-cooker soup recipe is just that. Using bone-in chicken thighs is the key to making rich soup without adding broth. Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours. Add artichokes, olives and salt to the slow cooker and stir to combine....

Ngo gai (culantro) and onion are also commonly used to flavor the broth. One of the best parts of this dish is how customizable it is. Add chicken breasts, meat-side down. Cover and cook on High for 4 hours (or on Low for 8 hours). Transfer the chicken to a cutting board. Remove spices and discard. Add noodles and bok choy to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on High for 30 minutes....

Pair it with a salad and toasted whole-grain bread for an easy, healthy dinner. Here’s How We Made This Recipe Healthier Soups tend to be high in sodium. Italian seasoning blend and fresh basil and parsley add even more flavor. Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts? Can I use leftover chicken? What a great idea! So the chicken doesn’t get mushy, skip adding it at the beginning of cooking....

This load-and-go slow-cooker chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad. Soak the dried cannellini beans for a minimum of 5 hours or overnight. Photo:Photographer: Jacob Fox, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco, Food Stylist: Sammy Mila Drain the soaked beans and put them in a large pot. Add enough fresh water to cover them by 2 inches....

Use your crock pot all year with this healthy slow-cooker chicken soup recipe with fresh spring ingredients. Add chicken and cook, turning once, until deep golden brown, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board and shred into bite-size pieces; discard bones. Stir in the shredded chicken, parsley, chives and lemon juice. Halve the remaining garlic clove and rub the cut sides over both sides of toasts....

Not a fan of polenta? Try this healthy chicken dinner over pasta instead. Stir in wine; cook, stirring and scraping up any browned bits, for 30 seconds. Transfer the mixture to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in chicken, tomatoes, broth and capers. Cover and cook on Low for 8 hours. Transfer the chicken to a clean cutting board; let cool for 5 minutes. Remove bones and return the meat to the slow cooker....

Nestle chicken breasts into the vegetable mixture until fully covered. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board. Let cool for 5 minutes. Photo:Jason Donnelly Shred using 2 forks. Return the shredded chicken to the cooker; stir in lime juice. Divide the chili among 8 bowls. Jason Donnelly Top with cheese, avocado and cilantro. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

Turn classic chicken parm into meatballs with this easy load-and-go appetizer recipe with a cheesy surprise inside. Making meatballs for a party? Switch your crock pot to warm for serving all party long. Pat 1 tablespoon of the seasoned meat into a disk and place a mozzarella ball in the center. Wrap the meat around the cheese and roll into a ball. Repeat with the remaining meat and cheese. Add the meatballs to the slow cooker....

Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add the chicken to the skillet, and cook until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker. Stir the zucchini, diced tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes and remaining 3 cups stock into the slow cooker....

Warm up to a comforting bowl of chicken stew scented with thyme, oregano and smoked paprika. Remove the chicken and place on a cutting board. Let cool slightly; shred the chicken (discard bones) and return to the slow cooker. Photo: Ali Redmond Cover and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 20 minutes. Serve over rice and with hot sauce, if desired. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

With just five ingredients, you’re able to make this healthy corn casserole with ease. The tang of the cream cheese and sour cream balances the sweetness of the corn. This creamy corn casserole makes the perfect veggie side for any meal. Cover and cook on Low, stirring halfway, until the casserole is creamy, about 4 hours. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

Don’t be afraid to keep blending the soup-more air yields tastier, frothier soup. Garnish with additional fresh rosemary sprigs, if desired. Cover and cook on LOW until the vegetables are tender, about 6 hours. Remove and discard the rosemary sprig. Transfer half of the squash mixture to a blender. Place a clean towel over the opening in the blender lid (to avoid splatters). Pour into a large bowl. Repeat the procedure with the remaining squash mixture....

These slow-cooker beans are super flavorful and tender. To save time, process the garlic cloves in a small food processor instead of mincing them by hand. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, if desired. Cover and cook on LOW until the beans are tender, 8 to 10 hours. Discard the onion, bell pepper, and bay leaf. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium. Add the cumin, and cook, stirring constantly, until toasted, about 30 seconds....