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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    18 Easy Veggie Loaded Dishes You Can Prep and Forget

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 19, 2025, updated April 10, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Finding easy meals with lots of veggies can be a challenge, especially when you're busy. These 18 veggie-loaded dishes are perfect for prepping and then setting your oven or slow cooker to just cook it for you. Packed with nutrients and flavor, they make it easy to eat well without spending hours in the kitchen.

    Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs with Cabbage & Brussels Sprouts

    Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs with Cabbage & Brussels Sprouts.
    Photo credit: Little Sunny Kitchen.

    Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs are packed with delicious flavors and plenty of vegetables, making it a satisfying low-carb meal for everyone. This dish is perfect for busy summer nights when you want something easy and tasty.

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    Lentil Tortilla Soup

    A lentil tortilla soup.
    Photo credit: Peas and Crayons.

    This Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup is simple to prepare and packed with flavor, whether you use an Instant Pot, slow cooker, or the stove. It's a delicious option that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean Soup

    Tuscan white bean soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This soup is filled with white beans, shredded chicken, fresh herbs, and a mix of vegetables, creating a tasty dish that everyone will love. The prep is quick and it’s simple to put together.

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    Slow Cooker V8 Chili

    Slow Cooker Lasagna Recipe With Ravioli.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This chili is packed with vegetables from the V8 juice in the sauce. It's a large batch, perfect for freezing or sharing with friends.

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    The Best Vegetarian Chili

    Vegetarian chili and a wooden spoon.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    This vegetarian chili is packed with flavor and can be made in a Crock Pot or on the stovetop. You won't even notice the absence of meat with all the delicious ingredients.

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    Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup

    Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Lazy Slow Cooker.

    This colorful vegetable-packed alphabet soup is a healthy and enjoyable meal. Everyone will love digging into this fun vegetarian dish!

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    Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies

    Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables
    Photo Credit: Wholesome Made Easy.

    This dish is simple to put together. Just toss some chicken thighs and vegetables on a sheet pan, bake them, and you have a delicious dinner with juicy chicken and flavorful roasted veggies.

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    Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie

    Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie on a bowl.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Crock pot chicken pot pie is a hearty dish filled with tender chicken and fresh vegetables in a creamy sauce. It's slow-cooked in the crock pot, making it an easy and satisfying meal.

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    Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables

    Sheet pan chicken and vegetables.
    Photo Credit: Living Chirpy.

    Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables is an easy way to whip up a healthy meal that fills you up. It's great for busy weeknights when you need something quick and tasty.

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    Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

    Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    This homemade soup is easy to prepare in the crockpot. Packed with fresh vegetables, beans, warm spices, and chicken, it’s a healthy and creamy option for cooler days.

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    Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies

    Baked lamb chops with veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sheet pan meal is a simple way to enjoy lamb while letting the oven do the work. The lamb chops cook in the flavorful juices from the vegetables, resulting in tender meat that's delicious.

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    Crockpot Chicken Corn Chowder

    Crockpot Chicken Corn Chowder.
    Photo Credit: An Edible Mosaic.

    This creamy chicken corn chowder is easy to prepare in a Crockpot, combining tender chicken, potatoes, and a variety of vegetables. It's a comforting meal that's perfect for any day.

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    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sheet-pan dinner is perfect for busy weeknights. With just a little chopping at the beginning, you can let it cook on its own, and it turns out delicious with chicken, veggies, and plenty of sauce all in one pan.

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    Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole

    Shepherd’s Pie Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This dish combines the comfort of tater tot casserole with the classic flavors of shepherd’s pie, all in one pot. With frozen veggies for added substance and a layer of melted cheddar on top, it’s a satisfying meal that everyone in the family will love.

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    Chicken Thigh Tray Bake

    Chicken Thigh Tray Bake.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    This Chicken Thigh Tray Bake is an easy meal packed with flavor. Juicy chicken thighs and vibrant veggies roast together on one pan, making cleanup a breeze.

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    Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies

    Sheet pan sausage and veggies.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This sheet pan dinner is super easy and tasty. With garlic and herbs, everything cooks up nicely in the oven and is ready in under 30 minutes.

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    Bean & Pasta Casserole

    Bean & Pasta Casserole.
    Photo credit: Hurry The Food Up.

    This vegetarian casserole features hearty white beans, filling pasta, and juicy cherry tomatoes, creating a comforting meal. It's a great option for a healthy and satisfying dinner.

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    Mediterranean Veggie Casserole

    Veggie casserole.
    Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian.

    This casserole is quick to prepare and then goes right into the oven. You'll end up with soft vegetables in a flavorful garlic sauce!

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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