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4 Life-Changing Crock Pot Recipes You Should Make This Week For A Flatter Stomach

June 20, 2020 by D.Wolfe
shefinds | Food
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Summer’s here and it’s time to shake the quarantine weight off. Don’t worry—that doesn’t mean you have to sweat over a hot stove. Nope! Put your slow cooker to work and whip up one of these belly-flattening meals.

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Asian Meatballs

Vegetarian Asian Meatballs

This recipe uses a short cut to ensure you spend less time in the kitchen. Premade vegetarian meatballs cuts the prep time in half. It’s full of sweet and tangy flavors that will make this meal a weekly favorite. Serve with cauliflower rice, lettuce, or on top of Asian slaw.

 

You’ll need:

 

Frozen vegetarian meatballs
Hoisin sauce
Low sodium soy sauce
Honey
Rice vinegar
Garlic cloves
Ginger minced
Green onions
Cilantro

Thai Chicken Soup

Thai Chicken Soup

 

This soup is packed with tantalizing Thai flavors such as curry paste, coconut milk, fresh ginger, and lime. Not only is it delicious and waist-friendly, but there’s also minimal prep work to get this dish going.

 

You’ll need:

Red curry paste
Coconut milk
Chicken stock
Fish sauce
Brown sugar
Peanut butter
Chicken breasts
Red bell pepper
Onion
Fresh ginger
Frozen peas
Lime juice
Cooked white rice
Fresh cilantro

Honey Sriracha chicken made in a crock pot.

Honey Sriracha Chicken

This dish uses only five ingredients. That doesn’t mean it’s short on flavor! It’s a little bit sweet, a whole lotta spicy and won’t wreck your diet. Serve with brown rice or in a lettuce wrap.

 

You’ll need:

Boneless, skinless chicken breast
Tamari
Honey
Sriracha
Garlic
Cornstarch

Chicken Chile Verde

Chicken Chile Verde

If Mexican takeout has been on your “no” list due to dieting, you are in luck. This paleo-friendly meal is packed with protein, flavor, and healthy fats. Eat it with a dollop of sour cream or with corn tortillas on the side. 

 

You’ll need:

Tomatillos

Poblano or Anaheim peppers

Jalapeños

Garlic cloves

Diced green chiles

Cilantro

Lime

Ground cumin

Dried oregano

Salt

Ground black pepper

Low-sodium chicken broth

Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs

Yellow onion

Author:

Debbie is a home and lifestyle writer. She covers a variety of topics including parenting, travel, DIY, and shopping.

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Person enjoying a lunch meal at a table.
Woman enjoying a cup of spearmint tea
Variety of bread types displayed on a table
Freshly baked goods from Costco bakery
Woman holding her head, expressing concern or stress
Woman experiencing joint pain while holding her knee
Close-up of a vibrant food dish with colorful ingredients
Popular fast food brands: Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, Starbucks
Woman adding sugar to a steaming cup of coffee
Wooden board with bagels, blueberries, and butter
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for cooking
Top view of Brazilian dish with rice, beans, and chicken
Checking watch while enjoying a healthy breakfast
Display of deli meats and sandwich products in grocery store
Delicious cooked salmon with rice, avocado, and greens.
Inside a bustling Costco store showcasing products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
S'mores brownies and baked ricotta from Aldi's selection.
Grilled chicken breast served with crispy fries and salad.