Craving some cozy soups, stews, and more? Try these Healthy & Easy Comfort Food Recipes – they're perfect for curling up with on cold nights.
The Best Comfort Food Recipes
When winter hits and the days start to get colder, I’m all about the comfort food. Give me a nice pot pie, creamy pasta or flavourful stew any day of the week! If you’re looking for ideas on what to make and you’re craving something comforting, you’re in luck. I rounded up some of my favourite comfort food recipes that are sure to hit the spot. All these recipes are super easy and so delicious – you’ll love them all!
Classics with a Twist
These recipes are comfort food favourites reimagined! Try mini chicken pot pies, homemade hamburger helper or a French onion chicken skillet. You'll love these twists on popular recipes.
Super Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies
55 minutes
These Super Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies are a healthier, lighter version of your favourite comfort food made with puff pastry in the perfect individual serving size!
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Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 882mg | Potassium: 537mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 7800IU | Vitamin C: 34.7mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3.1mg
Homemade Hamburger Helper {One Pot}
35 minutes
This Healthier Homemade Hamburger Helper is a delicious one-pot spin off on your favourite childhood meal – it's got extra veggies, too!
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Calories: 589kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 1491mg | Potassium: 961mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1117IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 5mg
French Onion Chicken Skillet
40 minutes
This French Onion Chicken Skillet is a delicious weeknight dinner that is a play on French onion soup. It's packed with protein for a filling meal!
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Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 484mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 28.9mg | Calcium: 260mg | Iron: 1.3mg
The Best Ever Healing Chicken Soup
45 minutes
This is the Best Ever Healing Chicken Soup, packed with healthy ingredients and so much flavour. You’ll feel better in no time!
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Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 1461mg | Potassium: 762mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3509IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg
The BEST One Pot Lasagna Soup
30 minutes
This 30-Minute One Pot Lasagna Soup is freezer-friendly, and can also be made in the slow cooker or Instant Pot – it's comfort in a bowl!
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Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 725mg | Potassium: 497mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 154IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 3mg
Sweet Potato Poutine with Vegetarian Gravy
50 minutes
This Sweet Potato Poutine with Vegetarian Gravy is a healthier alternative to traditional poutine topped with yummy cheese curds!
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Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 1269mg | Potassium: 454mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 9944IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 236mg | Iron: 1mg
Casseroles
Casseroles and comfort food go hand in hand. These casseroles are perfect for assembling ahead of time. They also make ample servings so you can stock up your freezer while you're at it, too!
Easy Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
1 hour
This Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole is made healthier thanks to the turkey sausage. It's a great freezer meal that you can prep ahead!
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Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 347mg | Sodium: 458mg | Potassium: 298mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 590IU | Vitamin C: 5.4mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 2.3mg
Meal Prep Chicken Enchiladas Verdes
1 hour
These Meal Prep Chicken Enchiladas Verdes are made with a tomatillo-based salsa verde. They’re like an easy and delicious dinner casserole!
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Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 592mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 620IU | Vitamin C: 3.5mg | Calcium: 195mg | Iron: 1.7mg
Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole {Easy Dinner}
45 minutes
This Cheeseburger Tater Tot Casserole is the perfect family-friendly dish. It's easy, cheesy and full of all the flavours of a burger!
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Calories: 433kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 774mg | Potassium: 754mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 512IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 171mg | Iron: 3mg
Bacon Jalapeño Cheeseburger Casserole
40 minutes
This Bacon Jalapeño Cheeseburger Casserole is cheesy, beefy comfort food with a spicy tomato sauce, made in one pot with burger toppings!
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Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 680mg | Potassium: 816mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 526IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 4mg
Meal Prep Skinny Taco Bake
50 minutes
This Meal Prep Skinny Taco Bake is a delicious and healthier take on a taco dinner filled with ground turkey, sweet potatoes and bell peppers.
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Calories: 453kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 566mg | Potassium: 840mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 9450IU | Vitamin C: 339.9mg | Calcium: 320mg | Iron: 3.1mg
Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers {Low Carb}
30 minutes
These Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers are a delicious low-carb spin on the famous sandwich and they are ready in just 30 minutes!
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Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 391mg | Potassium: 639mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1403IU | Vitamin C: 122mg | Calcium: 319mg | Iron: 2mg
Penne alla Vodka Pasta Bake
1 hour 10 minutes
This Penne alla Vodka Pasta Bake has a creamy, velvety sauce, layers of spinach, red pepper and chicken – it's unforgettable!
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Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 888mg | Potassium: 460mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1516IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 1mg
Easy Chicken Pasta Bake {Freezer Meal}
50 minutes
This Easy Chicken Pasta Bake is a freezer meal made with lots of veggies and a creamy rose sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese!
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Calories: 429kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 757mg | Potassium: 405mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 5300IU | Vitamin C: 41.3mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 3.6mg
Slow Cooker Recipes
Slow cookers are amazing at making cozy, comforting meals like soups and chilis. These healthier hands-off meals are perfect for busy weeknights!
Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
4 hours 20 minutes
This Crockpot Breakfast Casserole is a delicious make-ahead breakfast with hashbrowns, bacon, veggies and eggs. It’s great for the holidays!
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Calories: 486kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 614mg | Sodium: 965mg | Potassium: 549mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2150IU | Vitamin C: 118.8mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 3.8mg
Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup {So Easy!}
8 hours 15 minutes
This Easy Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup is a simple way to make your fave comfort food from scratch. The chicken is so juicy and tender!
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Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 975mg | Potassium: 708mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3588IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg
Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna Recipe
4 hours 30 minutes
This is the Easiest Ever Crockpot Lasagna Recipe – it cooks hands-off all day and is super easy to assemble. Plus, it freezes well!
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Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 264mg | Potassium: 420mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 426IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 272mg | Iron: 2mg
Healthy Crockpot Chicken and Rice Recipe
4 hours 15 minutes
The Creamiest Crockpot Chicken and Rice is so easy to make in your slow cooker – and no soup can is required! Just add frozen veggies, sour cream and cheese.
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Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 933mg | Potassium: 858mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4900IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 2mg
Slow Cooker Beef Stew {Super Flavourful}
4 hours 15 minutes
This Slow Cooker Beef Stew is super flavourful with fall-apart tender meat. It’s the ultimate comfort food for fall and winter!
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Calories: 479kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 702mg | Potassium: 1271mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 8240IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 6mg
Healthy Crockpot Turkey Chili {So Easy!}
6 hours 15 minutes
This Healthy Slow Cooker Turkey Chili is the most flavourful chili that’s filled with beans, veggies and turkey, then loaded with toppings.
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Calories: 568kcal | Carbohydrates: 84g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 1548mg | Potassium: 1776mg | Fiber: 24g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 344IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 188mg | Iron: 11mg
Lighter Crockpot Swedish Meatballs
6 hours 20 minutes
These Crockpot Swedish Meatballs are made lighter using half the heavy cream and extra-lean ground beef meatballs made from scratch.
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Calories: 426kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 676mg | Potassium: 407mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 35.5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3.8mg
Creamiest Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese
2 hours 10 minutes
The secret to the Creamiest Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese is evaporated milk – it's ultra creamy and velvety, and cooks on low in one pot!
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Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 797mg | Potassium: 295mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 396IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 301mg | Iron: 1mg
Instant Pot Recipes
The Instant Pot is a pro at making comfort food faves. Whether you're making a casserole, a soup, or pasta, these easy dinners come together in no time!
Instant Pot Chili Mac and Cheese
40 minutes
This Instant Pot Chili Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food! It’s a cheesy one-pot pasta recipe that’s filled with hearty flavours.
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Calories: 486kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 1052mg | Potassium: 740mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 24.8mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 4.5mg
Instant Pot Pizza Quinoa Casserole
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Pizza Quinoa Casserole is a gluten-free pizza bowl that all comes together in one pot and in less than 30 minutes!
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Calories: 397kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 1286mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 2.9mg
Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup
35 minutes
This Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup is easier than making stuffed peppers themselves, with marinara sauce, ground chicken, rice and peppers.
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Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 1215mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2250IU | Vitamin C: 65.2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2.7mg
Instant Pot Cream of Mushroom Chicken
45 minutes
Instant Pot Cream of Mushroom Chicken is made healthier than the classic version of this dish – say hello to your childhood fave re-envisioned!
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Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 798mg | Potassium: 552mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 6.6mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 3.1mg
Instant Pot Butternut Squash Risotto
35 minutes
This Instant Pot Butternut Squash Risotto is a delicious and flavourful take on fall risotto with crispy sage and butternut squash.
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Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 865mg | Potassium: 902mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 20389IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 414mg | Iron: 2mg
Instant Pot Detox Vegetable Soup
30 minutes
This Instant Pot Detox Vegetable Soup is a super healthy way to get your veggies in – it's vegetarian, high in fibre and the perfect comfort food!
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Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 909mg | Potassium: 456mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 7150IU | Vitamin C: 138.6mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 0.7mg
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