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5 healthy chicken slow-cooker recipes

Don’t overlook the convenience of slow-cooker. While we usually think about them as perfect for the frosty winter time and not the heat of the summer, they are great all year long.

Don't overlook the convenience of slow-cooker and crock-pot this winter. Just think about how much more free time you can spend with family and friends instead of being stuck in the kitchen.

Greek Chicken & Vegetable Ragout

With this recipe you get 6 servings of a tender and moist chicken thigh along with flavorful vegetables. The braise is easy to make with egg, lemon and fresh dill.

Per serving: 355 calories, 11g fat, 27g carbohydrates, 34g protein, 4g fiber

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Barbecue Pulled Chicken

You will love this reinterpretation of pulled pork. Slow cook the chicken in a tangy tomato sauce and serve up as a sandwich or as a main dish with mashed potatoes or whole-grain spaghetti.

Per serving: 364 calories, 13g fat, 32g carbohydrates, 30g protein, 4g fiber

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Wine & Tomato Braised Chicken

For this dish, use bone-in thighs and cook it without the skin for a healthy, but flavorful protein. Complete the meal with pappardelle or brown rice and some steamed broccoli.

Per serving: 260 calories, 13g fat, 25g protein, 1g fiber

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Ethiopian-Spiced Chicken Stew

If you like spicy, then you will enjoy this chicken stew seasoned with berbere. To tone down the spice, use only 3 tablespoons of the berbere instead of 5.

Per serving: 406 calories, 13g fat, 34g carbohydrates, 36g protein, 7g fiber

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Pho

Simmer some chicken along with some star anise, cloves and ginger in your crock-pot or slow-cooker all day and you will be rewarded with this delicious classic Vietnamese soup. For more heat, add some chile-garlic sauce.

Per serving: 362 calories, 6g fat, 40g carbohydrates, 39g protein, 3g fiber

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Slow-Cooker Stout & Chicken Stew

Guiness stout, bacon, chicken, and of course those healthy vegetables…What's not to love, right? This recipe makes 8 servings so is perfect for a dinner party.

Per serving: 366 calories, 13g fat, 28g carbohydrates, 30g protein, 4g fiber

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