It's a big task to make superfun healthy meals for your kids [1] that are really elaborate and require a lot of time and work. Not that those kiddos aren't worth the effort, but when you're incredibly busy, what you need to reach for is your slow cooker to make your meals [2]. Slow cookers are a gift from the kitchenware gods for busy parents [3] who want to make sure their kids are eating healthy, well-balanced meals. You can truly use them to make everything — even dessert [4]! For 20 recipes you can whip up right in your slow cooker — with barely any effort at all — keep reading. There's a little bit of everything for any time of day!
Vegetarian Chili
Whether you've got kids who are too picky for meat or you have a vegetarian household, this vegetarian chili [5] recipe is perfect.
Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs
Yes, you can even whip up the classic spaghetti and meatballs [6] in your slow cooker. You can even swap in ground turkey or chicken instead of beef to avoid using red meat in this recipe.
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwich
Let this slow cooker pulled pork [7] come together with minimal effort and your kids can enjoy it for lunchtime. Top the pork with a good helping of slaw to give them a serving of veggies, too!
Slow Cooker Vegetable Beef Soup
This slow cooker vegetable beef soup [8] is a great lunch for a lazy Saturday at home for the whole family — and a great way to get your kids to eat a bunch of veggies.
Overnight Breakfast Casserole
This overnight breakfast casserole [9] is packed with so much protein to keep your little one focussed until lunchtime.
Crockpot Mexican Chicken
Rather than going out to your favourite Mexican restaurant, make your own delicious dish with this Crockpot Mexican chicken [10] recipe.
Slow Cooker Fajitas
Another option for Mexican night at home is these slow cooker fajitas [11] that are loaded with veggies and protein-packed chicken.