45+ Absolute Easiest Whole30 Slow Cooker Recipes
Simplify your life with the easiest Whole30 slow cooker recipes you’ll find anywhere. Gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, family friendly, and requiring minimal effort – I’ve rounded up over 45 of my simplest crockpot recipes to make eating a cinch – from dinner recipes to effortless sides.
Easy 🤝 Whole30 Recipes in the Slow Cooker
The crock pot is one of my favorite kitchen tools because it makes getting homemade meals on the table so easy (hello dump and go slow cooker recipes). But, if you’ve ever done Whole30 or are just starting out, you know that it can take a lot of work to have Whole30-approved meals on hand. To make your life a whole lot easier, I’ve rounded up a list of easy, fresh, fast-prep slow cooker recipes that are Whole30-approved and so easy to prep. Each slow cooker recipe includes a short list of easy-to-find ingredients, and generally requires just a few minutes of prep.
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Tip
For each recipe, be sure to read the notes section, as occasionally you may need to omit or swap an ingredient to ensure the final result is Whole30 compliant.
Chicken
Easy Crockpot Cilantro Lime Chicken
Easy to make and oh-so satisfying, this crockpot cilantro lime chicken is perfect for stuffing into warm tortillas or bowls! It’s elevated by the most flavorful homemade cilantro lime sauce and can be made with either chicken breasts or chicken thighs.
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or chicken thighs), fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic cloves, cumin, avocado oil, honey (optional) and salt.
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3-Ingredient Crockpot Salsa Chicken Stuffed Potatoes
3-Ingredient crockpot salsa chicken stuffed potatoes is the easiest, most delicious, wildly simple slow cooker recipe you’ll find anywhere. What’s more, you don't have to chop a thing, and everything cooks together in the slow cooker (even the potatoes!), so prep is super fast and cleanup is a breeze!
Ingredients: chicken breasts or chicken thighs, salsa, and russet potatoes.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos (No Salsa)
Friends, these are the best shredded slow cooker chicken tacos ever! Using only 6 ingredients, and with the option to use no salsa, it's a simple time-saving, dump-and-go recipe that will allow you to celebrate Taco Tuesday every week!
Ingredients: garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, chicken, salsa.
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Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Stew (w/ Vegetables)
This hearty slow cooker Tuscan chicken stew is the kind of comforting one-pot meal you’ll keep coming back to! Made with juicy chicken breasts, tomato paste, a splash of balsamic, and a mix of hearty veggies, it cooks low & slow until everything is tender and flavorful.
Ingredients: chicken breast (or thigh), stock, potatoes, carrot, celery, onion, fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder and other seasonings
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Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken & Veggies
A versatile, filling, one-pot meal, slow cooker ranch chicken and veggies is made with a simple homemade ranch seasoning blend, chicken, carrots, and potatoes; making for an easy dinner recipe everyone will love!
Ingredients: chicken breasts, chicken stock, potatoes, carrots, yogurt (traditional or plant-based), mayo, apple cider vinegar, homemade ranch seasoning.
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5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Garlic Balsamic Chicken
5 simple ingredients combine in juicy, succulent 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Garlic Balsamic Chicken, an effortless dinner recipe for any night of the week.
Ingredients: bone-in chicken breasts, balsamic vinegar, garlic, olive oil and salt.
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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sweet Potatoes (5-Ingredients!)
This Buffalo chicken sweet potato recipe cooks completely in the slow cooker as a one-pot meal, requires no chopping, only 5-minutes of prep, and just 5 simple ingredients. It's packed with protein and completely crave-worthy.
Ingredients: chicken, sweet potatoes, hot sauce, yogurt, lime juice, butter and salt
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Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken (for Bowls, Wraps + More!)
Bright, tangy, and wildly simple to make, Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Chicken is a no-fuss weeknight dinner made with pantry ingredients and chicken breasts or thighs. A batchable protein base infused with lemon and herbs; it's ready to serve in wraps, salads, or tossed with grains!
Ingredients: chicken, lemon juice, dijon mustard, Italian seasoning, garlic
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Slow Cooker Apple Chicken (5-Ingredients!)
The ultimate in simplicity, this slow cooker apple chicken is made with just 5 ingredients and comes together with just 5-minutes of prep. Chicken breasts (or chicken thighs) cook low and slow along with onions, apple, and apple cider to create the tenderest, juiciest chicken –a super easy crockpot meal that'll have you going back for seconds.
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Slow Cooker Citrus Chicken (Pollo Asado)
Slow Cooker Citrus Chicken (Pollo Asado) yields bright citrus flavors and tender, juicy, fall-off-the-bone chicken. A super easy recipe with delicious results!
Ingredients: bone-in chicken thighs and legs, orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, garlic, onion, honey (optional) and salt.
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Slow Cooker Whole Chicken and Vegetables
Tender, juicy, and incredibly simple to prepare, Slow Cooker Whole Chicken and Vegetables is a satisfying one-pot meal made with whole chicken, potatoes, carrots, garlic, and a hit of flavor from a simple balsamic sauce.
Ingredients: whole chicken, baby potatoes, carrots, paprika, garlic, garlic powder, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, rosemary and salt.
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Summer Crockpot Soup (w/ Chicken & Veggies)
Simple to make and bursting with fresh summer flavors, this light summer soup is made simple in the crockpot with chicken, and plenty of vegetables. A mostly hands-off recipe, just chop, drop, and dinner's done!
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or thighs), chicken stock, zucchini, tomato sauce, leafy greens, onion, chili powder, cumin and other seasonings
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Slow Cooker Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes & Basil
This fresh & simple slow cooker chicken with cherry tomatoes and basil is an easy meal that draws on the flavors of bruschetta for a simple, flavorful meal. Let me show you how simple it is to make!
Ingredients: chicken, roma or cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, olive oil and salt.
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5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Fajita Salsa Chicken
The perfect recipe for when you’re short on time but still want a delicious, real food dinner, 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Fajita Salsa Chicken is a snap to prep and requires just a handful of ingredients.
Ingredients: chicken, onion, bell pepper, salsa, lime juice and salt
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Slow Cooker Chicken Sweet Potato Soup (w/ Kale)
This slow cooker chicken sweet potato soup is so easy to make with just 5 simple ingredients including chicken, sweet potatoes, kale, chicken stock and Italian seasoning.
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or thighs), sweet potatoes, lacinato kale, chicken stock, extra virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning.
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Slow Cooker Peach Chicken with Basil
Slow Cooker Peach Chicken with Basil combines juicy peaches, balsamic vinegar, and fresh basil for an easy, flavorful dinner anytime. Easy enough to throw together on a weeknight, this one’s bound to become a new family-favorite recipe!
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or chicken thighs), onion, balsamic vinegar, peaches, basil, garlic powder and salt.
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6-Ingredient Slow Cooker Enchilada Chicken
This easy recipe for shredded chicken for enchiladas is totally simple, completely delicious and the perfect weeknight crockpot recipe. With just 6-ingredients and no pre-cooking, let me show you how easy this fresh & simple enchilada chicken is to make!
Ingredients: chicken breasts (or chicken thighs), onion, garlic powder, cumin, lime juice, tomato sauce, chili powder and salt.
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Beef
Slow Cooker Hamburger Soup
Simple and hearty, slow cooker hamburger soup is loaded with vegetables and ground beef, and can be simmered all day in the slow cooker or made in 35 minutes on the stovetop.
Ingredients: lean ground beef, onion, carrots, celery, tomato paste, chicken stock (or beef stock), olive oil, potatoes, red & yellow bell peppers, red wine vinegar, water, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and salt.
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Slow Cooker Taco Meat (No Pre-Cooking!)
You will not believe how easy this dump-and-go slow cooker taco meat recipe is! Made simply with ground beef, spices, and salsa, it requires no pre-cooking and no chopping, so it's perfect for feeding a crowd, as a super easy dinner idea or as protein meal prep!
Ingredients: ground beef, salsa, garlic powder, cumin, smoked paprika, mild chili powder, and salt.
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Spicy Cabbage Soup
This spicy cabbage soup is packed with vegetables and can be made with ground beef or vegetarian, and can be made in the slow cooker or on the stovetop.
Ingredients: green cabbage, bell pepper, fire roasted tomatoes with green chilis, vegetable stock, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion, carrot, celery, ground beef (optional) and salt.
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Easiest Slow Cooker Shredded Beef (for Tacos + More!)
Perfectly spiced and incredibly easy to prepare, this slow cooker shredded beef is super versatile and makes the best beef tacos, enchiladas + more! You'll love how it saves you time (no searing required) with the most succulent, delicious results.
Ingredients: boneless beef chuck-eye roast, onion, tomato paste, cumin, mild chili powder, smoked paprika, lime juice and salt.
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Crock Pot Italian Wedding Soup
This Crock Pot Italian Wedding Soup is an easy prep, gluten-free & dairy-free take on the classic everyone knows and loves! A delicious, cozy soup packed with veggies, leafy greens and hearty, tender meatballs. Also includes stovetop directions.
Ingredients: ground beef (or ground turkey), carrots, celery, onion, nutritional yeast, escarole (or kale), chicken stock, garlic, granulated garlic powder, almond flour (or oat flour), baby spinach, lemon juice, egg (optional) and salt
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Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce (w/ Ground Beef!)
Easy dinner recipes are my specialty, and this crock pot spaghetti sauce with meat is just that! Made from scratch with ground beef, diced onions, and canned tomatoes, this slow cooker meat sauce is rich in flavor and perfectly seasoned. It’s great to make in large batches and perfect for freezing!
Ingredients: ground beef, onion, olive oil, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, honey (optional) and salt.
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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili (No Beans)
Calling all pumpkin lovers! Hearty, warming, and simple to prepare, this easy slow cooker pumpkin chili is loaded with tender ground beef, onions, bell pepper, canned pumpkin, spices, and is made without beans. The perfect cozy fall crockpot meal to cozy up with, it's filling, nourishing, and so easy to make!
Ingredients: ground beef, pumpkin puree, bell pepper, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, spices.
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Turkey
Buffalo Turkey Meatballs (Crockpot or Oven-Baked)
Tender, juicy, and super delicious, these Buffalo ground turkey meatballs are simple to prepare, and come together simply and easily in the slow cooker or baked in the oven; no pre-cooking required! Doused in a spicy homemade Buffalo sauce, let me show you how easy it is to make.
Ingredients: ground turkey, grated onion, almond flour (or breadcrumbs), nutritional yeast (or parmesan cheese), granulated garlic powder, cayenne pepper sauce, butter, and salt.
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Crockpot Turkey Soup
Made with carrots, celery, onions and potatoes, this comforting crockpot turkey soup is so easy to prepare. The perfect way to stretch leftover turkey meat into extra meals. Also has instructions for stovetop and the Instant Pot!
Ingredients: cooked turkey, chicken stock, onion, carrot, celery, potatoes, cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and salt
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Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs in Marinara (No Egg)
Full of fresh herbs like basil, and slow simmered in a simple marinara sauce, this slow cooker turkey meatball recipe is packed with protein, and made without breadcrumbs or eggs. Plus, there's no pre-cooking, so it's super easy to prep and the meatballs come out juicy and will truly melt-in-your-mouth.
Ingredients: ground turkey, marinara sauce, basil, spinach, onion, garlic powder, parmesan and salt.
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Crockpot Mini Turkey Meatball Vegetable Soup
Crockpot Mini Turkey Meatball Vegetable Soup is hearty one-pot meal that’s packed with the good stuff. A gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, whole30 recipe your family will love.
Ingredients: ground turkey (or ground beef), onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, tomatoes, stock, spinach, Italian seasoning and other spices
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Sausage & Pork
Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers
Wildly easy to prepare with crowd-pleasing results, Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers requires no browning and makes a simple weeknight dinner. It’s a party go-to, that’s guaranteed to please!
Ingredients: sweet Italian sausage, bell peppers, onions, and jarred marinara sauce.
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Sausage, Cabbage & Sweet Potato Stew (Instant Pot, Crockpot, Stove Top)
Sausage, Cabbage & Sweet Potato Stew is a super-simple, ultra comforting one-pot meal that comes together in a matter of minutes. A cozy, delicious gluten-free, dairy-free, whole30 recipe that can be made in the Instant Pot, Crockpot or stove top.
Ingredients: polish beef sausage, stock, sweet potato, purple cabbage, onion, apple cider vinegar
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Slow Cooker Carnitas (Loin Roast or Shoulder)
This slow cooker carnitas recipe is super easy to prepare and yields wildly delicious, succulent results everytime. Serve the carnitas warm as a filling for tacos, burritos or in bowls for an easy weeknight dinner win!
Ingredients: pork loin roast (or pork shoulder), orange juice, lime juice, cumin, mild chili powder, garlic powder and salt.
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Sides
Slow Cooker Potatoes
These slow cooker potatoes are the definition of simple and delicious. All you need are a handful of pantry ingredients and a crockpot. Easy prep for weeknight dinners, but this classic, cozy recipe makes a great addition to the holiday table too!
Ingredients: small potatoes, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and salt.
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Slow Cooker Green Cabbage (w/ Bacon)
Yes, you can cook a whole head of cabbage in the slow cooker and it comes out silky, tender, and full of flavor! With just 5-ingredients including green cabbage and bacon, this easy slow cooker cabbage recipe is mostly hands-off, yet still full of flavor.
Ingredients: cabbage, apple cider vinegar, water, salt, bacon (optional), traditional or vegan butter (optional).
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Easiest Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes
Nearly effortless to prepare, slow cooker sweet potatoes are an easy side dish for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or for the holidays. This is my absolute favorite way to cook whole sweet potatoes, with just one ingredient and three hours!
Ingredients: sweet potatoes.
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No-Fuss Slow Cooker Baked Russet Potatoes (No Foil!)
Yes, you can make the perfect baked Russet potatoes in the slow cooker! With just 3-ingredients, this is the easiest, hands-off method to make fluffy, steamy slow cooker jacket potatoes with almost no effort, and no foil required.
Ingredients: Russet potatoes, olive oil and salt.
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Vegetarian
Butternut & Red Pepper Soup (w/ Coconut Milk)
This easy butternut squash and red pepper soup recipe is so smooth, creamy, and is made with simple ingredients like butternut squash, jarred roasted red pepper, and coconut milk. Plus I've streamlined things by skipping any pre-roasting, so this creamy, dreamy soup comes together in under 30 minutes on the stovetop, or with no pre-browning in the slow cooker.
Ingredients: butternut squash, roasted red peppers, tomato paste, coconut milk (or heavy cream), chicken stock (or vegetable stock), garlic, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, olive oil and salt.
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Easy Pumpkin + Sweet Potato Soup (w/ Canned Pumpkin)
Creamy and warming, pumpkin and sweet potato soup is an easy, healthy, vegetarian soup that can be made with canned pumpkin on the stovetop or in the slow cooker or Instant Pot.
Ingredients: sweet potatoes, pumpkin puree, chipotle peppers, vegetable broth, coconut milk or cream, pumpkin pie spice, olive oil, onion, garlic powder, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup and salt.
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Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup (w/ Coconut Milk)
Cozy & flavorful, this easy slow cooker butternut squash soup requires no pre-cooking so you can just dump the ingredients, set-it, and forget it. With an extra boost of flavor from carrots and sweet apple, it's blended together with coconut milk, making for an absolutely delightfully simple and creamy soup.
Ingredients: Butternut squash, apples, onion, carrot, turmeric, coconut milk, vegetable stock, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon and other spices.
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Creamy Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup (No Cream)
Lusciously creamy (with no cream) this simple dump-and-go slow cooker potato leek soup is vegetarian, requires no pre-cooking, and is packed with Yukon gold potatoes, leeks, carrots, and is made creamy with a "secret" ingredient – raw cashews (or coconut milk) for a sustaining, nourishing meal with very little effort.
Ingredients: leeks, potatoes, celery, carrots, garlic, vegetable stock, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, cashews (or cream / coconut milk), butter (traditional or plant-based) and salt.
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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup (with Canned Pumpkin!)
This easy slow cooker pumpkin soup recipe is so easy to prepare with canned pumpkin! It's a simple dump-and-go slow cooker meal that's perfectly rich, creamy and oh-so cozy.
Ingredients: canned pumpkin puree, vegetable stock, canned tomato sauce, cream or coconut milk, onion, garlic, cinnamon and salt.
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Slow Cooker Sweet Potato, Apple, & Turmeric Soup
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato, Apple & Turmeric Soup is a simple chop and drop recipe that yields creamy, nourishing results. It’s a hit with the entire family, plus is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, paleo and Whole30 friendly!
Ingredients: sweet potato, apple, potatoes, stock, coconut milk, onion, garlic, apple cider vinegar, turmeric and other seasonings
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Whole30 Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Stuffed Potatoes + More Slow Cooker Recipes
This Crockpot Salsa Chicken Stuffed Potatoes recipe is the easiest, most delicious, wildly simple recipe you’ll find anywhere. What’s more, everything cooks together in the slow cooker, so prep is super fast and cleanup is a breeze! Plus more whole30 slow cooker recipes.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup salsa, divided*
- 4 small Russet potatoes, scrubbed
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Tomato Salsa
- Easy Guacamole
- Chopped cilantro, chopped green onion, pickled red onion, sour cream
Equipment
Instructions
- Add ½ cup salsa to a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the chicken with the salt, then add to the slow cooker, flipping once or twice to coat in salsa. Add the potatoes on top of the chicken in an even layer.
- Cover, then cook on high for 4 hours, or low for 6, until the potatoes and chicken are cooked through.
- Using kitchen tongs, carefully remove the potatoes. Set aside.
- Using two forks, shred the chicken or cut into bite-sized chunks, then stir into the cooking liquid.
- Slice each potato in half, then top with the shredded chicken, remaining salsa, and any other toppings you like.
Notes
*Look for a thick salsa, without any added sugar or preservatives. I’ve found that an organic, jarred, shelf-stable variety works well.
Serve the chicken without salsa and potatoes (butter makes it better!) separately for resistant eaters. Offer a toppings bar so everyone can create their own masterpiece.
Small potatoes work best for this recipe. Medium- to large-sized potatoes won’t cook all the way through. If you have extra large potatoes, slice the in half lengthwise prior to adding to the slow cooker.
Want to make this one in the Instant Pot? Check out this Instant Pot Salsa Chicken Stuffed Potatoes recipe.
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 (of 4), Calories: 446kcal, Carbohydrates: 43g, Protein: 54g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 145mg, Sodium: 645mg, Potassium: 1895mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 382IU, Vitamin C: 16mg, Calcium: 57mg, Iron: 3mg
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Brian, we’ve fixed the link so it should now take you directly to the peach chicken recipe. Hope you enjoy!
I must compliment you on your website! It is one of the best ones I’ve seen, so well organized and easy to navigate. Thank you for all the great recipes!
Chisty, thank you so much for your kind words. I hope you enjoy the recipes! 🙂
Can these be placed in a bag and frozen to cook later?
I haven’t tried freezing the ingredients ahead for any of these, but if you give it a try let us know how it goes!
I was wondering if the mealpreps are for one,two, or three persons and for how many days worth?
Hi Britnee, I’m not sure what you mean by mealpreps. Are you asking how many servings each recipe yields?
Wonderful Ideas! Thanks 😊
You’re so welcome, Gigi, I hope you enjoy!