Top 17+ High-Protein Slow Cooker Recipes That Practically Make Themselves

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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

Slow cookers aren’t just about convenience. They’re magic when it comes to coaxing rich flavors out of simple ingredients. And if you’re looking to add a little extra fuel to your weeknight meals, these high-protein recipes have you covered. From cheesy Cowboy Casserole melt-in-your-mouth roast beef and even a vegetarian-friendly eggplant Parmesan, each dish is proof that protein-packed comfort food can be both nourishing and deeply satisfying.

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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"My mom used to make cowboy casserole just like this, but with carrots and in the oven. I made this for my family and they loved it, and it was so easy to make in the slow cooker! Thank you for a wonderful recipe!" —Diana Moutsopoulos

02 of 18

Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"My family really liked this recipe. It was so simple and easy but yet so tasty! I loved the chicken gravy flavor. My son loved it and wanted seconds which is amazing because he's picky sometimes. I'm making this again and we will have it with some veggies and rice this time. Great easy dish!" —AquaBagel3250

03 of 18

Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"Delicious! I started with 2 frozen chicken breasts and then shredded them with a fork about halfway through. I added one can of Great Northern beans (drained) and two chopped carrots. Topped with shredded cheddar. Even the husband loves it." —Jennifer Bizzaro Lumsden

04 of 18

Awesome Roast Beef

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"I have been making this recipe for years now and it is still my favorite roast recipe. I love the simplicity of the flavors. I don't add anything to it either, I make it as is and my whole family gobbles it up." —Mosey

05 of 18

Asian Style Country Ribs

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"This is a super slow cooker recipe for country ribs that is tasty, versatile, and EASY! Serve with sushi rice and your favorite stir-fry vegetables." —Aliskill

06 of 18

Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"The slow cooker method really works great for a shredded chicken recipe and adds great flavor. Adding a side of homemade corn or mango salsa and it is brought up to another level. Very easy and delicious!" —Sara Moran

07 of 18

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"This was the most delicious, easy, perfect recipe! I added a pinch of cayenne pepper so it would taste a little more tasty, served it on top of Rice-a-Roni low-sodium chicken rice. My husband and I loved it! I will definitely make it again!" —21luvsmusic83

08 of 18

Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"This recipe will be my go-to recipe for corned beef. Used it with small briskets…flat cut and point cut. Both were super delicious and tender. The cut that chunks vs the cut that slices seemed to be more flavorful. Added some celery pieces. Cooked 9 hours in my slow cooker, removed to platter, and covered in foil for 15 minutes before serving." —kismit

09 of 18

Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"Perfect potato soup. So flavorful! I used the southern hash brown potatoes with onions and peppers. Also added polish kabalska cut up into soup."—Cathy McGee

10 of 18

Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"I made this exactly as called for... it turned out perfect and was delicious! My son added a sprinkle of fresh grated parmesan to his and he loved it. Served it with fresh artisan bread and cucumber dill salad. I may try skipping the frying next time (as other reviewers did) and see how much difference it makes." —ClassyPear2963

11 of 18

Bean and Sausage Soup

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"Excellent recipe. I did substitute canned beans, and omitted the carrot. My husband could not get enough of this soup. Lovely!" —jadine

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Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"This is a really great recipe. Even my son, a super picky eater, loved it and asked me to make it again! It is also very easy! The only change I made was adding half chicken broth / half white wine. Really delicious and the house smelt so good!!!" —Alex Brown

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Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"The meat turns out soooo tender and flavorful! Adding this to my "company" recipes as well as just for my husband and I." —NetworkingNancy

14 of 18

Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"This was a hit for my hubby and picky teen. I used chicken thighs and chicken breast. The only deviation is I marinated the chicken the day before w/ Italian dressing. And i did not use the fresh parsley bc I didn't have any. I was really surprised how good this tasted! It's definitely added to our rotation." —RosyClove2868

15 of 18

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"This is my kind of recipe- super simple- not trying to be something other than a good home cooked meal! My husband loved it - I’m adding it to the rotation." —TackyPrune8227

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Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"I am a huge fan of crockpot meals. This was so fast to prep in the morning. The roast was so tender and enjoyed by everyone in the family. My only suggestion would be to ensure you get a boneless roast; it will make cutting / shredding much easier." —Loran

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Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops

Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration

"Couldn’t find Canned French Onion soup so I defrosted 1 TRADER JOE’S French Onion Soup, made a Cup of Beef Better than Bouillon broth & added a quarter sliced onion. AROMA was amazing. Served w/ buttered noodles & a salad. Yum!!" —mighty aphrodite

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Slow Cooker Cowboy Casserole, Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy, Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili, Awesome Roast Beef, Asian Style Country Ribs, Slow Cooker Chicken Quesadillas, Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken, Apple and Brown Sugar Corned Beef, Easy Slow Cooker Cheesy Potato Soup with Ham, Slow Cooker Eggplant Parmesan, Bean and Sausage Soup, Slow Cooker Herbed Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Sweet-and-Sour Pot Roast, Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken Thighs and Potatoes, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Dumplings, Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin, Slow Cooker French Onion Pork Chops, More Inspiration
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