Easy High Protein Low Carb Crockpot Recipes for Busy Nights
A collection of easy high protein low carb recipes that can be made in a crockpot, perfect for busy nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
- Chicken breast – 2 lbs
- Low sodium chicken broth – 4 cups
- Broccoli florets – 2 cups
- Cauliflower rice – 2 cups
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – to taste
- Pepper – to taste
- Parmesan cheese – 1/2 cup (optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breast in the crockpot.
- Add the chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets and cauliflower rice.
- Stir in olive oil and Parmesan cheese if using, and let it cook for the remaining time.
- Shred the chicken before serving and mix everything well.
Notes
- Feel free to add other low carb vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers.
- This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 120mg