3 Healthy Slow-Cooker Recipes

Slow-cooker season may be winding down for some, but for others, there’s no end in sight. No matter your reason to use a slow cooker — too busy, too tired, don’t want to cook, etc. — these three dishes are sure to join your recipe catalog.

Maple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal

Our most versatile recipe on this list can be enjoyed for any meal of the day or even a snack! This oatmeal recipe pairs nicely with your favorite nut butter and fruit.

Ingredients:

1.5 cups steel cut oats

6 cups unsweetened almond milk

1/3 cup maple syrup

1 whole vanilla bean, the paste

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon sea salt

Get the full recipe on Fit Foodie Finds.

BBQ Crock Pot Chicken Wings

No need to leave your house this month to watch college basketball now that you can make chicken wings at home. The only item this recipe is missing is your favorite dipping sauce!

Ingredients:

3 lbs. uncooked chicken wings (fresh or frozen)

1 cup BBQ Sauce, divided (or more if desired)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Get the full recipe on Fit Food Finds.

Chicken and Broccoli

This is a different take on the traditional beef and broccoli for those wanting to cut down on their red meat consumption, swapping in chicken is a perfect substitute. The slow cooker will make the chicken extra tender and this sauce will have you craving for more.

Ingredients:

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon. ginger, minced

1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos)

1/4 cup honey

2 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

1 tablespoon ketchup

1 tablespoon Sriracha

1 teaspoon sesame oil

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 4)

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 large head broccoli, cut into florets

Cooked brown rice, for serving

Green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish

Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish

Get the full recipe on Delish.