Healthy Instant Pot and Slow Cooker Recipes–looking for some healthier options to make for dinner in your Instant Pot or slow cooker? I’ve got you covered! Here are 61 healthy dinner ideas to add to your menu this month.

Healthy Instant Pot and Slow Cooker Recipes
Don’t get me wrong I’m all about the creamy soups and ribs that you can make in your Instant Pot or slow cooker. In fact, that’s my preference most of the time. Ha ha! But I do feel better when I eat a little lighter. Today I’ll be sharing with you 61 healthy Instant Pot and slow cooker recipes that you can add to your dinner menu this month. Although these won’t cover everyone’s definition of “healthy,” they cover mine. Whole grains, vegetables, lean meats etc. Although these recipes are healthier they are not lacking in flavor! Enjoy!
Related: Low Carb Instant Pot Recipes
Instant Pot Fish Tacos with Avocado and Lime Cream Sauceโlime marinated tilapia is pressure cooked quickly and then rolled up in a soft tortilla with lime sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded cabbage and avocados. A healthy, fresh and easy dinner recipe.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wrapsโan incredibly easy and delicious recipe for lettuce wraps. Hoisin sauce gives these ground chicken lettuce wraps lots of flavor and the rice and water chestnuts add texture. Get a whole head of lettuce ready because youโre not going to want to stop eating these chicken lettuce wraps!

Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Texas Caviar is a colorful tortilla chip dip that has black eyed peas, tomatoes, peppers, corn, red onion and a zesty dressing. This stuff is addicting so make sure you have enough chips on hand!
Instant Pot/Slow Cooker 10 Vegetable Soupโa flavorful and colorful vegetable soup that is anything but boring! Get more veggies in your diet with this healthy and tasty soup.
Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Mexican Stuffed Peppersโbell peppers are stuffed with brown rice, black beans and salsa and cooked perfectly in your electric pressure cooker or your crockpot. You can make them vegetarian or with meat, itโs up to you. Top with a dollop of sour cream and enjoy this healthy weeknight dinner.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Mashed Ranch Cauliflowerโthe yummiest cauliflower youโll ever eat! Cauliflower is steamed until soft and then mashed with butter and dry ranch dressing mix. An easy 3-ingredient recipe with lots of flavor. My only regret was that we didnโt have enough.
Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoesโan easy dump and go meal of seasoned chicken and tender potatoes. Throw in some baby carrots or cauliflower florets if youโd like too.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken Slidersโtender shredded chicken with lime and cilantro flavors served on a mini bun or roll. An easy recipe made with frozen chicken in minutes.
Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Cranberry Orange Wheat Berry Saladโwheat is cooked in your Instant Pot or slow cooker until it is tender and chewy. Then itโs stirred together with orange zest, dressing, craisins and crunchy apples. A healthy and surprisingly delicious salad!
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Lentil Stewโa comforting bowl of stew that can be make vegan or can be made with smoked sausage. Lentils cook so quickly in the electric pressure cooker! The leftovers make a great lunch the next day too.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Brown Rice Pilaf with Chicken Sausageโa quick, easy and healthy meal of seasoned brown rice with carrots, peas and chicken sausage.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Spaghetti Sauce and Spaghetti Squashโthis spaghetti sauce is so delicious youโll be licking your plate. The funny part is that it only takes a handful of easy ingredients. Bonusโif you want to cook a spaghetti squash at the same time as the sauce you can!
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken and Rice Soupโa broth based soup with chicken, celery, carrots and brown rice. This soup reminds me of chicken noodle soup except it has rice instead of noodles.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken Asparagus Potato Dinnerโmoist bites of chicken, cubed potatoes and crisp bites of asparagus are tossed with a seasoning blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder and more to create a well seasoned one pot dinner. Use the Instant Pot to make this dinner quickly.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken is the perfect recipe to have in your back pocket on those days when you donโt have the time or energy to cook. With just 2 ingredients this recipe is quick and easy. It tastes great and can be served in many ways including over rice, in tacos, burritos or quesadillas or on top of salad.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken Lemon Orzo Soupโa bright lemon-flavored broth based soup with chunks of chicken and bites of orzo (or rice). Easy to make and delicious to eat!

Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Honey Garlic PorkโA 5-ingredient recipe for the tastiest and easiest pork lettuce wraps ever!
Instant Pot Chocolate Peanut Butter Hummusโmake a chocolate dip thatโs a little healthier using chickpeas! This is great as a dip for fruit and pretzels. Dried chickpeas can be cooked very quickly in the Instant Pot.

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash Mac and Cheeseโif youโre looking for a lower calorie and lower carb way to enjoy mac and cheese this recipe is for you. Spaghetti squash is cooked quickly in your electric pressure cooker and then a cheesy sauce is stirred in with the squash strands to make a comforting meal.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soupโan easy, healthy and delicious soup with ground beef (or turkey) and vegetables. A perfect soup to make on a winter day. The leftovers are a great lunch the next day too!

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Southwest Shredded Chicken Bowlsโa stew that is bursting with flavor but not too spicy. It has tender shredded chicken, pinto beans, fire roasted tomatoes, green chiles and taco seasoning. Serve this stew over rice or plain for an easy weeknight dinner.

Instant Pot Egg Bitesโcrust-less quiche-like bites of eggs, cheese and whatever mix-ins you want. Theyโre protein packed and a perfect portable breakfast.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Hawaiian Chickenโa super fast and easy, 5-ingredient, dump and go Instant Pot recipe of slightly sweet chicken and pineapples. Serve this chicken on Hawaiian rolls or over rice.

Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Mexican Black Beans and Riceโthe easiest and tastiest rice ever! Brown rice is cooked in flavorful salsa with garlic salt, a bay leaf and cumin. Canned black beans make this recipe very convenient. And my favorite part is a squeeze of lime juice and a dollop of sour cream on top. Make this as a meal or as a side dish.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Smoked Sausage with Parmesan and Orzoโsmoked sausage, peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, orzo and parmesan cheese cooked quickly in your pressure cooker. This meal is loaded with flavor and is a dump and go one pot meal.

Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oatmealโa hearty bowl of oatmeal with apple chunks, cinnamon and brown sugar. Itโs cooked quickly in the Instant Pot with any type of oatmeal. You can also make this in the slow cooker!
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Lentil Lemon Chicken Soupโa brightly flavored chicken and lentil soup based on the Greek Classic avgolemono, which translates as โegg-lemon.โ It is a light and healthy soup that can be served for lunch or dinner.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Garlic Rice and Chicken-โbrown rice is cooked with fresh garlic and tender bites of chicken. Parmesan cheese and asparagus (or broccoli) are stirred in to make a perfect one pot meal.

Instant Pot Greek Lemon Dill Chicken Bowlsโsliced chicken with a dijon mustard lemon dill flavor made quickly in your Instant Pot. Then itโs served with lemon rice, yogurt-cucumber dressing and other Greek flavors. A bright and fresh dinner that everyone will love.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Dill Chickenโchicken with garlic, lemon pepper, dill, and lemon juice coated in creamy yogurt and then wrapped in a warm pita with diced cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Madras Lentils with Ground Beefโlentils, red beans and spices simmered in a creamy tomato sauce. Serve like a chili or over rice.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Smoked Sausage Country BoilโA one pot meal with tender red potatoes, sweet corn, fresh green beans and smoked sausage. A perfect summer meal with tons of flavor.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken Sliders with Cucumber SlawโTender shredded chicken with a scrumptious sauce and then a little crispness from cucumbers. An easy recipe with a lot of flavor and freshness. A perfect meal for a summer evening.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken Tinga Tacosโeasy to make smoky chicken tacos with all the fixings. A fresh weeknight meal that comes together quickly.
Instant Pot Lemon Butter Garlic Salmon with Homestyle Vegetablesโflaky wild Alaska salmon is steamed on the top of red potatoes and carrots in your electric pressure cooker and drizzled with garlic, fresh lemon juice and butter. A one pot meal that is healthy and delicious!
Instant Pot Skinny Chicken Alfredoโa lighter version of creamy, dreamy chicken alfredo that you can make all in one pot, your Instant Pot.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Mango Salsa Chicken–a 4-ingredient weeknight recipe. Itโs perfect over rice, on tortillas or over riced cauliflower.

Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita and Rice Soupโchicken and rice soup with a fajita spin on it. An easy soup with awesome flavor. This soup can easily be gluten and dairy free.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa and Black Beansโflavorful quinoa with salsa, black beans and sliced avocado. A fast and easy meatless meal or an amazing side dish.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Honey Lime Salsa Verde Chickenโchicken tenders infused with lots of bright flavors. Green salsa, honey, lime, and plenty of seasonings will have you licking your plate! This chicken is perfect with rice, on tortillas, wrapped up in lettuce or plain.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Cabbage Roll Soupโan easy way to enjoy all the flavors of cabbage rolls. This soup will be your familyโs new favorite!

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Dakota Smashed Pea and Barley SoupโA hearty split pea soup with barley, carrots, onions, savory herbs and green onions. This is a copycat recipe of the popular vegan soup sold at California Pizza Kitchen.

Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Meatball Wraps with Spicy Garlic Sauceโflavorful lemon chicken meatballs are served rolled up in flatbread with lettuce, tomato and a sour cream/mayo mixture with lots of garlic and sriracha flavor. A perfect summer meal!
Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Creamy Cauliflower SoupโWith a velvety smooth texture, this cauliflower soup is ultra comforting and feels indulgent but itโs surprisingly healthy.
Instant Pot Greek Chicken Rice Bowlsโbrown rice and chicken are tossed with a lemon juice, olive oil, fresh garlic and vinegar dressing. Diced cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion and feta cheese are stirred into the rice to complete the one pot meal.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Colorful Wheat Berry SaladโThe perfect summer salad for all picnics, potlucks and barbecues. Wheat berries with a lime dressing, black beans, avocados, grape tomatoes, red peppers, jicama, red onion and cilantro. Itโs got the crunch, the chewiness and the bright flavors all in one salad.
6 Instant Pot Zero Minute Vegetables–Steaming vegetables in the Instant Pot is so easy and some vegetables only require a ZERO minute pressure cooking time! Eating healthier has never been easier!
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot (Ground Turkey) Minestrone Soupโa colorful, healthy and brightly flavored soup that is full of vegetables, basil, beans, pasta, and ground turkey.
Instant Pot Tomato Basil Tilapiaโsteamed tilapia is topped with diced tomatoes, olive oil, fresh basil, salt and pepper. This is a light and fresh summer meal that can be prepared and ready to eat in just a few minutes.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Maple Dijon Chicken and Sweet Potatoesโchicken, sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts drizzled with a sauce made with maple syrup, dijon mustard, rosemary and olive oil. A simple one pot recipe with a delicious flavor!
Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pork Chops and Green Beansโpork chops and green beans are full of rich buttery herb flavors. Serve as is for a low-carb meal or serve with your favorite starch (potatoes, rice or noodles).
Instant Pot/Slow Cooker Baked Potatoesโmake fluffy, moist baked potatoes in your Instant Pot without foil and in just a few minutes!
Instant Pot/Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Lime Chicken Tacos (from frozen)โthis is the easiest and tastiest shredded chicken that you can serve in tacos (or other ways). The best part is that you can use frozen chicken and it takes about 2 minutes of prep time.
Instant Pot Chicken Bacon Avocado Saladโshredded chicken breasts and hard boiled eggs are cooked at the same time in your Instant Pot and then combined with corn, bacon, green onion, tomatoes and a lemon dill dressing. A fresh and surprisingly filling entree or side dish.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken Pesto and Vegetablesโtender bites of chicken, zucchini, cherry tomatoes and potatoes enveloped in flavorful basil pesto sauce.
Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Homestyle Chicken and Vegetablesโwell seasoned chicken, green beans, red potatoes and carrots are all cooked together. A true one pot meal that is family friendly, tastes amazing and is so easy to put together.
Instant Pot Zucchini Linguineโal dente pasta (I used whole grain) is stirred together with fresh zucchini, tender chicken bites, yogurt, garlic and cheddar.
Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Rice Bowlsโwhite meat chicken with dried black beans, corn, and tomatoes over brown rice and topped with monterey jack cheese.
Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Creamy Polenta with Roasted TomatoesโCreamy polenta is served hot with balsamic drizzled roasted tomatoes, mushrooms and garlic and then topped with tart goat cheese. A perfect meatless meal that will leave you feeling satisfied.
Instant Pot Green and White Soupโa nourishing and tasty soup with white and green beans, barley, lemon, spinach and chunks of chicken. An easy dump and go Instant Pot recipe!
Instant Pot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casseroleโa lightened up, easy pressure cooker version of a favorite casserole. This version uses hearty brown rice and for the creaminess it uses greek yogurt instead of cream of chicken soup.
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Thanks, Karen, for all your delicious recipes! I use my Instant Pot ALL the time and do love the variety of food you include. A question for those of us that are on Keto…in recipes that include rice, pasta, potatoes, etc., as a part of the recipe and the meat or chicken is cooked in the bottom of the pot along with other ingredients, how much can I reduce the called-for liquid in the main recipe if I would prefer to cook the carbs separately? I do realize that defeats the time & pot-saving ability of a one-pot meal, but with rice particularly, it is next to impossible to separate at the table! Thanks so much for your help with this!
Hi Connie. The liquid that is in pasta and rice recipes is usually solely to cook the rice or pasta. The liquid that’s in potato recipes is to help the pot come to pressure usually. It’s hard to say a definitive answer to this question. If you gave me a specific recipe I could tell you what I would do.
I’d like to make your Smothered Greek Chicken but cook the rice separately. I know I need some liquid for the pot to come to pressure. Thanks!
With chicken it puts off a lot of liquid so you’ll only need about 1/2 cup broth for the pot to reach pressure in a 6 quart pot. This is especially true with frozen chicken.
Thanks, Karen…can’t wait to try this recipe, especially the tzatziki sauce served with it! I’ll use this amt to adjust other recipes when cooking the carb separately.
It looks really great. I want to do this. Thanks.
I wish you could do a cooking show using a pressure cooker! This website is my go to to learn about pressure cooking and a show devoted to this would be so helpful
Me too that sounds like fun!
Do you follow me on YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg87IKiPr7gQ_fHqmaOuMGQ
I love your Chicken Tinga Tacos and the Skinny Chicken Alfredo. Really I love just about every recipe Iโve tried from you! ๐
Wow thanks Lori!
Can I use white rice instead
Hi Gina, which recipe?
From now on for all of us Single People it would be helpful if you would add a “1/2 X” to the Scale section of your recipes. If you want to go back and redo all of your old recipes to that would be Great!
The tool I use to do my recipe cards is coming out with this feature hopefully soon. Then all the recipes will automatically have that as an option.
There’s no link to the zucchini linguine recipe. Everything looks great and I can’t wait to try them.
oops sorry about that. I’ve corrected it. And here is the link too: https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/instant-pot-zucchini-linguine/
I tried the wheat berry salad and i loved it.
I’m so glad to hear that!