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10 Delicious & Easy Crockpot Recipes
Discover a collection of easy and delicious crockpot recipes perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep. From high-protein chicken and beef dishes to comforting chili, these slow cooker meals simplify your cooking routine without sacrificing flavor.
👥 8 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 6h 15m⏳ Prep: 15 min🔥 Cook: 6h👤 Mateo Ramirez📖 cookfastrecipes
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- slow cooker
- pot
- skillet
- whisk
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Add chicken breasts, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, taco seasoning, onion, garlic, and cumin to your slow cooker. Stir everything together.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 canchicken broth1 cup(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 canonion, diced1onion powder1 tbsplarge onion, diced1Sesame seeds and green onions for garnishgarlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbspcumin2 tsp
2
Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 6-8 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 3-4 hours. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot. Stir in Greek yogurt and adjust seasoning. Serve with toppings.
3
Place chicken breasts into the slow cooker. Add chicken broth, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and paprika. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 4-6 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 2-3 hours until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature. Remove, shred, return to pot, stir in lime juice, and let absorb flavors for ⏱️ 10 minutes. Portion for meal prep.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 canchicken broth1 cup(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 cangarlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbsponion, diced1onion powder1 tbsplarge onion, diced1cumin2 tsptsp smoked paprika1/2smoked paprika1 tbsppaprika2 tbsp
4
Brown ground beef, drain fat. Add beef, kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, onion, bell pepper, and garlic to slow cooker. Mix in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and cayenne. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 6-8 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 3-4 hours. Stir in cottage cheese ⏱️ 30 minutes before serving. Adjust seasoning and serve with toppings.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 canonion, diced1onion powder1 tbsp(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 canlarge onion, diced1(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 canSesame seeds and green onions for garnishbell pepper, diced1garlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbspchili powder1 tbspcumin2 tsptsp smoked paprika1/2smoked paprika1 tbsppaprika2 tbsporegano1 tsp
5
Lay chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Add white beans, chicken broth, green chiles, corn, onion, and garlic. Stir in cumin, oregano, coriander, and cayenne. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 6-8 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 3-4 hours. Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot. Mix in Greek yogurt and lime juice. Mash beans for thickness if desired. Adjust seasoning and serve with toppings.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 canchicken broth1 cup(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 canonion, diced1onion powder1 tbsplarge onion, diced1Sesame seeds and green onions for garnishgarlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbspcumin2 tsporegano1 tsp
6
Season beef chuck roast cubes with salt and pepper. Brown in a skillet (optional) and transfer to slow cooker. Melt butter, sauté garlic. Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, and onion powder. Pour over beef. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 6-8 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 3-4 hours. Thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry if desired. Garnish with parsley.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 can(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 canbeef chuck roast, cut into 1.5 inch cubes3 lbs-5 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat4Salt and pepper to tastesalt2 tspbutter6 tbspgarlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbspbeef broth1 cupchicken or beef broth1 cupcup beef broth1/2Worcestershire sauce2 tbspsoy sauce (or coconut aminos)2 tbspcup low sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos)3/4Italian seasoning2 tbsponion, diced1onion powder1 tbsplarge onion, diced1Optional: 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)cornstarch3 tbsp
7
Brown Italian turkey sausage, drain fat. Add sausage, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, broth, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, and fennel seeds to slow cooker. Stir. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 5-6 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 3-4 hours. Add broken lasagna noodles ⏱️ 30 minutes before serving and cook until tender. Season and serve topped with a mixture of cottage cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan, plus basil.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 can(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 canItalian turkey sausage, casings removed2 lbsonion, diced1onion powder1 tbsplarge onion, diced1Sesame seeds and green onions for garnishgarlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbspItalian seasoning2 tbspfennel seeds (optional)1 tsplasagna noodles, broken into pieces8 oz
8
Slice flank steak or sirloin thin against the grain. Place beef in slow cooker. Whisk together soy sauce, beef broth, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Pour over beef. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 5-6 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 3-4 hours. Mix cornstarch with water for slurry, stir into slow cooker ⏱️ 30 minutes before serving. Add broccoli florets and cook for another ⏱️ 20-30 minutes. Serve over rice and garnish.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 can(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 canflank steak or sirloin, sliced thin against the grain2.5 lbssoy sauce (or coconut aminos)2 tbspcup low sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos)3/4beef broth1 cupchicken or beef broth1 cupcup beef broth1/2rice vinegar2 tbspgarlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbspfresh ginger, grated2 tbspsesame oil1 tspOptional: 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)cornstarch3 tbspwater2 tbspbroccoli florets6 cups
9
Place chicken breasts in slow cooker. Pour salsa verde and diced green chiles over chicken. Sprinkle with cumin. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 4-6 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 2-3 hours. Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot. Stir in lime juice and cilantro (optional). Let absorb flavors for ⏱️ 10 minutes.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 can(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 cansalsa verde (green salsa)2 cupscumin2 tspFresh cilantroOptional: 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
10
Place chicken breasts in slow cooker. Add chicken broth, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 5-6 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 3-4 hours. Remove chicken, shred or cube. Whisk together heavy cream, Greek yogurt, and Parmesan cheese. Stir into slow cooker. Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Return chicken. Cook on HIGH for ⏱️ 15 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce thickens. Season and garnish with basil.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 canchicken broth1 cup(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 cangarlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbspItalian seasoning2 tbspred pepper flakes (optional)1 tspcup grated Parmesan cheese1/2grated Parmesan cheese1 cupfresh spinach4 cups
11
Mix brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper for dry rub. Rub all over beef chuck roast. Place seasoned beef in slow cooker. Pour broth and apple cider vinegar around beef. Cook on LOW for ⏱️ 8-10 hours or HIGH for ⏱️ 5-6 hours until shreddable. Remove, shred, and return to pot. Add BBQ sauce (optional). Let absorb liquid for ⏱️ 15 minutes before serving.
(15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) corn, drained1 can(28 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles1 can(8 oz) tomato sauce1 can(15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 cans(15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed1 can(28 oz) crushed tomatoes1 can(15 oz) tomato sauce1 can(6 oz) tomato paste1 can(15 oz each) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed3 cans(4 oz) diced green chiles1 cancup honey or brown sugar1/4brown sugar2 tbsptsp smoked paprika1/2smoked paprika1 tbsppaprika2 tbspchili powder1 tbspgarlic, minced6 clovesgarlic powder1 tbsponion, diced1onion powder1 tbsplarge onion, diced1cumin2 tspSalt and pepper to tastesalt2 tspbeef chuck roast, cut into 1.5 inch cubes3 lbs-5 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat4
Nutrition Facts
calories
Estimated 400-600 calories (varies by recipe)
fat Content
Estimated 15-30g fat
serving Size
1 serving (approx. 1/10th of recipe)
fiber Content
Estimated 5-10g fiber
sugar Content
Estimated 5-15g sugar
sodium Content
Estimated 800-1500mg sodium
protein Content
Estimated 30-50g protein
carbohydrate Content
Estimated 20-40g carbs
saturated Fat Content
Estimated 5-15g saturated fat
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