As a mom of four and someone who has spent years navigating the ups and downs of breastfeeding, I can honestly say that crockpot meals have been a lifesaver. When you’re nursing around the clock, juggling little ones, and trying to feed a family, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen. That’s why I put together a collection of my favorite high-protein, milk-boosting crockpot recipes—they’ve been my go-to during postpartum and beyond.
What I love most about crockpot meals is how simple they are. You can literally toss everything in with one hand while holding your baby with the other. These meals are also husband-approved (so you know they taste good!) and can easily be frozen if you don’t finish them within a couple of days. Plus, they’re hearty and warm, making them the perfect comfort food for fall weather.
But these aren’t just any crockpot recipes—they’re specifically designed to be high in protein and rich in nutrients that support milk supply. Ingredients like lentils, quinoa, spinach, chickpeas, and garlic have been used for centuries to help increase lactation. At the same time, the protein from chicken, turkey, beef, and salmon helps support lean muscle mass and recovery, which is so important while your body is healing and burning extra calories to produce milk.
I know firsthand how much your body needs the right nutrition during this season. It’s not just about eating enough—it’s about eating the right foods that keep your energy up, fuel milk production, and support healthy weight loss after baby. These recipes check all of those boxes, while still being family-friendly and easy to prep.
Milk Dust + Crockpot Meals = The Perfect Pair
One of my favorite ways to set myself up for success as a breastfeeding mom is to start my mornings with a Milk Dust shake. It’s packed with plant-based protein, lactation-boosting herbs, and essential nutrients that help curb sugar cravings (hello, postpartum sweet tooth!) and keep my energy up. Pairing a Milk Dust shake for breakfast with one of these crockpot meals for lunch or dinner is a game-changer. This combo keeps your body fueled to produce plenty of milk, supports lean muscle, and helps your metabolism burn fat naturally while breastfeeding.
If you’re looking for a way to simplify your life, nourish your body, and keep your milk supply strong, download my free 30-day high-protein lactation crockpot meal plan below. It’s the exact system that’s kept me sane (and fed!) during busy postpartum seasons—and I know it can do the same for you.
Here are the quick recipes, but definitely grab the recipe download with grocery list and free meal plan!
Here’s a list of 10 healthy, high-protein crock pot recipes designed for breastfeeding moms that help with milk supply (thanks to galactagogues like oats, flaxseed, leafy greens, lentils, garlic, and fenugreek). Each is high in protein for recovery and energy:
1. Slow Cooker Chicken Quinoa Stew
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Ingredients: chicken breasts, quinoa, carrots, celery, spinach, garlic, bone broth
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Benefits: Quinoa + chicken = protein powerhouse, spinach + garlic = lactation boost
2. Beef & Lentil Curry
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Ingredients: lean beef stew meat, red lentils, coconut milk, turmeric, ginger, garlic, onions, spinach
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Benefits: Lentils + beef = iron + protein combo, spices support digestion and inflammation
3. Turkey Chili with Beans & Flaxseed
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Ingredients: ground turkey, kidney beans, black beans, tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, ground flaxseed
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Benefits: High protein, flaxseed supports milk production, beans give slow-release carbs
4. Crock Pot Salmon & Sweet Potato Chowder
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Ingredients: wild salmon chunks, sweet potatoes, carrots, celery, dill, garlic, bone broth, coconut milk
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Benefits: Omega-3s for brain health, sweet potatoes for complex carbs, garlic for supply
5. Chicken & Chickpea Coconut Curry
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Ingredients: chicken thighs, chickpeas, coconut milk, garlic, ginger, spinach, turmeric, cumin
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Benefits: Chickpeas are a classic galactagogue, rich in plant protein + fiber
6. Slow Cooker Beef Bone Broth & Vegetable Soup
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Ingredients: beef bones, garlic, carrots, celery, kale, parsley, apple cider vinegar
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Benefits: Bone broth helps recovery, kale + garlic for supply, protein from broth and collagen
7. Quinoa, Lentil & Veggie Stew (vegan)
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Ingredients: quinoa, lentils, zucchini, carrots, garlic, spinach, cumin, turmeric
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Benefits: Plant-based protein, lentils + quinoa = complete protein, spinach boosts supply
8. Pulled Chicken with Garlic & Spinach
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Ingredients: chicken breasts, garlic, onions, spinach, olive oil, low-sodium broth
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Benefits: Easy to shred for wraps/salads, garlic + spinach for lactation
9. Crock Pot Greek Turkey Meatballs with Oats
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Ingredients: ground turkey, oats (instead of breadcrumbs), garlic, onion, spinach, dill
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Benefits: Oats + spinach support supply, turkey is lean protein
10. Slow Cooker Lentil & Barley Stew with Kale
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Ingredients: lentils, barley, kale, carrots, garlic, onion, bone broth
Benefits: Lentils + barley = supply boosters, kale adds calcium + iron
✨ All of these are make-ahead, freezer-friendly, and easy to portion, perfect for busy breastfeeding moms.
