43 Slow-Cooker Lunch Recipes We Love

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43 Slow-Cooker Lunch Recipes We Love1/43 Vietnamese Chicken Meatball Soup with Bok Choy 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vietnamese Chicken Meatball Soup with Bok Choy Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 45 min Servings 8 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Throughout Vietnam there are many kinds of soups, called canh, served all year long. I particularly love having this warm, flavorful bowl of Vietnamese chicken soup on laid-back weekends, but it’s also great packed in a thermos for lunch. It’s the perfect bok choy soup too! —Brenda Watts, Gaffney, South

You can even make the chicken the day before and reheat when ready to serve

Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 147 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 836mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. 2/43 Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Salad Test Kitchen Approved Mark Derse For Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and sons love chicken with blue cheese, so I created this salad. You can even make the chicken the day before and reheat when ready to serve. —Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 385 calories, 26g fat (9g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol,

1693mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein

1693mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 28g protein. 3/43 Slow-Cooked Chicken Caesar Wraps 6 Reviews Slow-Cooked Chicken Caesar Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first created this recipe for our daughter who loves Caesar salads, then later for our extended family on vacation. It’s such an easy meal—perfect for vacations when you’d rather be outside than inside cooking all day. —Christine Hadden, Whitman, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 472 calories, 25g fat (5g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 795mg sodium, 29g

carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein

carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein. 4/43 Pork and Hominy Stew 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pork and Hominy Stew Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 30 min Servings 8 servings (about 2-3/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This aromatic pork stew, also known as pozole, is a southwestern delicacy. I make it in the slow cooker so it can simmer away on its own. The rich, brothy soup is delicious, much like a tamale in a bowl. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 257 calories, 10g fat

Diabetic Exchanges:

(4g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1005mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein. 5/43 Slow-Cooker Thai Peanut Noodles 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Thai Peanut Noodles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 5 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to serve these Thai peanut noodles with green onion or cilantro for pops of color and fresh flavor. —Catherine Cebula, Littleton, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 378 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 436mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges:

4 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat, 1 vegetable

4 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 6/43 Moroccan Lamb Lettuce Wraps Test Kitchen Approved Moroccan Lamb Lettuce Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I am a huge fan of both Moroccan lamb and lettuce wraps. This combination—with the creamy dressing and crunchy cucumber—makes a tasty slow-cooked dish. The wine and chili powder add even more flavor elements. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 2 filled lettuce wraps: 221 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 257mg sodium, 13g

carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein

carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch. 7/43 Chicken Tomatillo Soup 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Tomatillo Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 45 min Servings 8 servings (3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I had tomatillos to use and wanted to make something more exquisite than salsa verde. I combined two favorite recipes, added my own special touches and made chicken tomatillo soup. Feel free to add cayenne pepper or Tabasco sauce to spice it up. —Katrina Krumm, Apple Valley, Minnesota Nutrition Facts:

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

1-1/2 cups: 290 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 722mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 8g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 8/43 Pulled Turkey Tenderloin Test Kitchen Approved Pulled Turkey Tenderloin Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 15 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Not your ordinary pulled turkey sandwich, this one shines thanks to its unique yogurt sauce. Serve the turkey by itself or stack on sweet pickle slices and jalapenos to echo the dressing. —Shana Conradt, Greenville, Wisconsin

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch

Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 339 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1074mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch. 9/43 Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Chocolate Mole Soup 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Chocolate Mole Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 30 min Servings 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is perfect for those days when you’re craving something just a little bit different. It’s spicy, flavorful and a great excuse to open up

a bar of chocolate (if you’re the type of person who needs an excuse!)

a bar of chocolate (if you’re the type of person who needs an excuse!). —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 203 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 511mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 5g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat. 10/43 Mojito Pulled Pork 11 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Mojito Pulled Pork Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 20 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This fork-tender pulled pork tastes fabulous on a bun, or in a wrap or tortilla. My kids

like it spooned over rice in its citrus-flavored juices

like it spooned over rice in its citrus-flavored juices. —Mindy Oswalt, Winnetka, California Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 418 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 916mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein. 11/43 Italian Sausages with Provolone 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Italian Sausages with Provolone Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s an easy recipe everyone will rave about. These tangy sausages with their pepper and onion topping will go quickly. Better make a double batch! —Shelly Bevington-Fisher, Hermiston,

This cozy, spiced-up dish has both

Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 543 calories, 31g fat (10g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 1267mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. 12/43 Slow-Cooked Vegetable Curry 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooked Vegetable Curry Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 35 min Servings 6 servings (about 2 -1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love the fuss-free nature of the slow cooker, but I don’t want to sacrifice flavor for convenience. This cozy, spiced-up dish has both. —Susan Smith, Mead, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1-2/3 cups curry: 304 calories, 8g fat (2g

I make my version in the slow cooker

saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 696mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 12g fiber), 9g protein. 13/43 Carolina-Style Vinegar BBQ Chicken 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Carolina-Style Vinegar BBQ Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I live in Georgia, but I appreciate the tangy, sweet and slightly spicy taste of Carolina vinegar chicken. I make my version in the slow cooker. After the tempting aroma fills the house, your family is sure to be at the dinner table on time! —Ramona Parris, Canton, Georgia Nutrition

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat

Facts: 1/2 cup (calculated without buns): 134 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 228mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat. 14/43 Slow-Cooker Shredded Beef Lettuce Cups 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The slow cooker is our summertime go-to for cool kitchen cooking. After swim lessons and outdoor activities, it’s so nice to come back to a tasty, light dinner. If you can’t find Bibb or Boston, green leaf lettuce is less

sturdy but can work in a pinch

sturdy but can work in a pinch. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah Nutrition Facts: 3 lettuce cups: 271 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 642mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch. 15/43 Carrot and Lentil Chili Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours Servings 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This plant-based version of chili is filled with flavor and color to make you feel energized and nourished—a terrific way to fit more veggies and legumes into your diet. I

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