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When cold winter nights leave you feeling slow and unmotivated, a slow cooker is there to save the day. Not only does it produce nice, hearty meals that are perfect for a chilly day and extremely simple. Just set it and casually check it once or twice throughout the afternoon. While many want to be healthier after an indulgent holiday season, recipes that are full of flavour without the calories are ideal. Here are the top 10 healthy slow cooker recipes.

1. Balsamic Chicken

A chicken dish that has everything, including the side dishes, in the same pot makes for a simple dinner. There won’t be any skimping on flavour with its balsamic vinegar, making it a much healthier choice than other marinades.

2. Italian Chicken and Broccoli Rabe

This has become a favourite amongst cooks who love to blog. Italian chicken and broccoli rabe sounds fancy and comes out looking like it has been prepared by a top chef. In reality, it’s very easy to throw together!

3. Chicken Noodle Soup

It’s the time of year where coughs and colds spread and chicken noodle soup seems to be the only food desired. The best thing about this meal? You can prep it ahead of time and seal all the ingredients in a freezer bag for a day where someone is ill. Throw the frozen soup in the pot and let the slow cooker do all the work.

4. Chili

Chili on cold nights is bound to happen at least once a winter! There is plenty of beef and lots of vegetables to make a hearty, balanced meal. The great thing about chili is that it is very versatile and you can choose to put hot peppers if you prefer or substitute the beef with ground turkey instead.

Try these 2 recipes: Beef Chili and Turkey Chili.

5. Beef Stew

A classic family dish, this beef stew is probably one of the easiest recipes to make. Using fresh ingredients, throw them together in your slow cooker and let it sit on low heat all day to get potatoes and carrots that are cooked through perfectly and beef that shreds apart.

6. Blueberry Oatmeal

Slow-cooker recipes aren’t just about the dinners, you can easily make delicious breakfasts too, prepared the night before and waiting for you in the morning. Blueberry oatmeal is just one recipe amongst many. The smell from the kitchen awaiting the next morning will encourage you to sit down and enjoy your breakfast more often.

7. Cinnamon Apples

For a treat that isn’t too sugary, cinnamon apples are ideal. They can be a side dish or a treat on their own. They’re delicious and smell amazing. For the ultimate winter treat, try this simple recipe.

8. Lemon Garlic Chicken

An incredibly easy recipe combined the tangy flavours of lemon and garlic is hard to pass up. Just three steps and you’re ready to let this delicious chicken recipe sit on low for the day.

9. Buffalo Chicken Salad

If you love your chicken wings, but want a healthier option, this recipe for a buffalo chicken salad is one of the best healthier recipes you’ll find. Grab your favourite reduced sodium wing sauce and cook tender shredded chicken to put on your salad.

10. Eggplant Parmesan

This Italian favourite is a great vegetarian option, although it’s loved by many people from around the world. With layers of eggplant, tomato sauce and mozzarella that melts perfectly, everyone will think you worked all day making it!

Whichever recipe you choose, your meal will only be as good as your ingredients and materials, making it essential to have the right kitchen tools. With a personalized wood cutting board, your kitchen will be ready to make any of these meals. They are ideal for keeping your workspace clean and protecting your knives. Check out NGrava’s online store to choose your favourite model and design today!