10 Fall Crockpot Ideas (Low-Carb)

As the leaves change and the air gets crisper, there’s nothing better than coming home to a warm, delicious meal. And when you’re on a low-carb diet, the crockpot can be your best friend. With a little planning, you can create hearty, flavorful dishes that are perfect for a cozy fall evening. Here are 10 low-carb crockpot ideas to get you started.

1. Creamy Tuscan Chicken

This creamy Tuscan chicken is a classic for a reason. It’s packed with flavor, thanks to sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. And it’s incredibly easy to make in the crockpot. Simply season your chicken breasts, place them in the slow cooker with the sauce ingredients, and let it cook on low for 4-6 hours. Just before serving, stir in some fresh spinach until it wilts. Serve over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a complete low-carb meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/3 cup chicken broth
• 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Place in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. In a saucepan, saute garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
3. Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the saucepan and bring to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
4. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
5. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the crockpot. Top with sun-dried tomatoes.
6. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
7. Stir in spinach until wilted. Serve immediately.

2. Beef and Broccoli

This takeout classic is easy to make at home in your crockpot, and it’s naturally low in carbs. The beef becomes incredibly tender as it slow cooks in a savory sauce. Add the broccoli during the last 30 minutes of cooking to keep it crisp-tender.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs boneless beef chuck roast, sliced thin
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp xanthan gum (optional, for thickening)
• 4 cups broccoli florets

Instructions:

1. Place the sliced beef in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the beef broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
3. Pour the sauce over the beef.
4. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
5. If using, whisk in the xanthan gum to thicken the sauce.
6. Stir in the broccoli florets and cook on high for another 30 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender-crisp.

3. Pulled Pork

Pulled pork is a crowd-pleaser, and it’s easy to make a low-carb version in the crockpot. Simply season a pork shoulder with your favorite low-carb rub, place it in the slow cooker with some chicken broth, and let it cook until it’s fall-apart tender. Shred the pork and toss it with your favorite sugar-free barbecue sauce.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups sugar-free barbecue sauce
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Season the pork shoulder generously with salt and pepper.
2. Place the pork in the slow cooker and add the chicken broth.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
4. Drain most of the liquid from the slow cooker, leaving about 1/4 cup.
5. Shred the pork with two forks.
6. Stir in the barbecue sauce and cook for another hour.

4. Chicken Fajitas

These crockpot chicken fajitas are a simple and flavorful weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked with peppers, onions, and a creamy salsa sauce. Serve in lettuce wraps or with cauliflower rice for a complete low-carb meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 2 bell peppers, any color, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions:

1. Add the chicken breasts, cream cheese, salsa, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to a slow cooker.
2. Top with the sliced peppers and onion.
3. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and shreds easily.
4. Shred the chicken with 2 forks and squeeze the lime over the fajitas.
5. Stir well to combine the mixture.
6. Serve hot in lettuce wraps or over cauliflower rice.

5. Meatloaf

This isn’t your mother’s meatloaf! This low-carb version is juicy, flavorful, and easy to make in the crockpot. A mix of ground beef and pork keeps it moist, while a sugar-free BBQ sauce adds a tangy kick. Serve with mashed cauliflower for a classic comfort food meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 lb ground pork
• 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup almond flour or crushed pork rinds
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup sugar-free BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, onion, almond flour, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the eggs and mix well until fully combined.
3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in the slow cooker.
4. Cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours.
5. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, brush the top and sides with the BBQ sauce.
6. Let the meatloaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

6. Buffalo Chicken Dip

This creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy dip is a party favorite. It’s easy to make in the crockpot and is naturally low in carbs. Serve with celery sticks, bell pepper strips, or low-carb tortilla chips for dipping.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
• 1/4 cup ranch dressing
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped green onion or parsley

Instructions:

1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, mix together the cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and salt until smooth.
2. Add the chicken and mix until coated. Stir in the cheddar and mozzarella.
3. Transfer the mixture to a crockpot. Cook on high for about 1 1/2 hours or until it’s completely hot all the way through.
4. Sprinkle with the blue cheese and green onions before serving.

7. Chili

This hearty, bean-free chili is perfect for a chilly fall day. It’s packed with flavor from a blend of spices, and it’s easy to make in the crockpot. Top with your favorite low-carb toppings, like shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 white onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 bay leaf

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, cook the onion until translucent. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Transfer the beef mixture to the slow cooker.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, green chiles, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Add the bay leaf to the center of the chili.
6. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
7. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

8. Stuffed Peppers

These low-carb stuffed peppers are a hearty and healthy meal that’s perfect for a fall evening. The peppers are stuffed with a savory mixture of ground beef, marinara sauce, and cheese, then slow-cooked to perfection.

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, any color
• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 1 cup marinara sauce, divided
• 2 tbsp dried minced onion
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions:

1. Cut the peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
2. In a bowl, mix together the ground beef, 1/2 cup of the marinara sauce, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper.
3. Fill each pepper half with the meat mixture.
4. Place the stuffed peppers in the slow cooker.
5. Top with the remaining marinara sauce.
6. Cook on high for 3-4 hours, or until the meat is cooked through and the peppers are tender.
7. Top with mozzarella cheese and cook until melted.

9. Pot Roast

This classic comfort food is easy to make in the crockpot. The beef becomes fall-apart tender as it slow cooks with onions, garlic, and herbs. Serve with mashed cauliflower for a complete low-carb meal.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 bunch parsley
• 1 cup beef broth

Instructions:

1. Season the beef with salt and pepper and place it in the slow cooker.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and parsley.
3. Pour the beef broth over the top.
4. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours.
5. Remove the beef from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes before shredding.
6. Strain the cooking liquids and simmer on the stovetop until reduced to a rich gravy.
7. Serve the beef with the gravy.

10. Zuppa Toscana

This Olive Garden copycat is a creamy, flavorful soup that’s perfect for a chilly fall day. It’s made with Italian sausage, kale, and a creamy broth. To make it low-carb, simply swap the potatoes for cauliflower.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb mild or hot ground Italian sausage
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1/2 cup finely diced onion
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 36 oz chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 large cauliflower head, diced into small florets
• 3 cups chopped kale
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat until done. Drain the grease.
2. Place the sausage in the slow cooker.
3. In the same skillet, saute the onion in oil until translucent.
4. Add the onion, chicken or vegetable stock, cauliflower florets, kale, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Mix until combined.
5. Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
6. Stir in the heavy cream before serving.

These are just a few ideas to get you started. With a little creativity, you can adapt almost any of your favorite fall recipes to be low-carb and crockpot-friendly. So get out your slow cooker and enjoy all the delicious flavors of fall!