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Brown Sugar and Pineapple Ham- Crock Pot

Brown Sugar and Pineapple Ham

The Perfect Holiday Ham

This easy 5 ingredient ham will make any holiday a breeze. Brown Sugar and Pineapple Ham has the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The delicious brown sugar crust paired with the tangy pineapple makes a melt in your mouth ham.

This classic ham always takes the spotlight on Easter and Christmas but it can be made anytime. The best part is all the recipes you make with any leftover, if there are any!

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Tips for making Brown Sugar and Pineapple Ham

Mustard– I use the mustard because I think it adds a depth to the sweet side of this dish and helps to keep the brown sugar on the ham. Since this recipe calls for two sweet ingredients the balance the mustard adds is needed. You can skip that step if you don’t like mustard or use a teaspoon of apple vinegar.

Pineapple– There are so many pineapple options out there. The traditional ham uses the pineapple rings which looks so fun. But as far as getting bites of pineapple with my ham I prefer to use pineapple tidbits or crushed since they can get in all the nooks and crannies. But any pineapple will work, just don’t forget the juice.

Ham– The best part about this recipe is it can be used with any ham! I have even done it with a tiny 2 pound ham that was on sale. Typically, I use a spiral ham because it’s easy to cut and get lots of juice inside. But you can use boneless, bone-in, spiral or uncut! As long as it can fit in the crock pot you are set.

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Holiday Side Dishes

Don’t forget the side dish! Make these amazing mashed potatoes or creamed corn that can be made it the crock pot too.

Leftover Brown Sugar and Pineapple Ham?

If you have leftover you can either use them to make this egg casserole or I love to chop it up and freeze it and use it as needed!

How to Make Brown Sugar and Pineapple Ham?

Add 1 1/2 cups brown sugar to the bottom of the crock pot.

Place ham on top of brown sugar.

Spread mustard over ham. Pour honey over ham and spread. Sprinkle with ginger and red pepper flakes(optional).

Pour juice from can and pineapple over ham. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar on top of pineapple.

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Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until internal temperature reaches 140 degrees. (Timing varies depending on size of ham)

Need More Holiday Dishes?

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

Slow Cooker Baked Mac and Cheese

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

Crock Pot Creamed Corn

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Brown Sugar and Pineapple Ham

Author: Allison Treadwell
This easy 5 ingredient ham will make any holiday a breeze.
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5 from 2 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 8 servings
Calories : 1106
Total Time : 3 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 6-7 pound ham spiral is my choice
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Dijion or yellow mustard
  • 2 cups brown sugar
  • 20 ounce canned pineapple tidbits, crushed, chunks, or rings with juice
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 pinch dried chili flakes
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Instructions 

  • Sprinkle bottom of slow cooker with 1 1/2 cups of brown sugar.
  • Add ham to slow cooker.
  • Coat ham in mustard. Add 3 Tablespoons of honey on top of mustard.
  • Mix ground ginger and chili flakes together. Sprinkle over ham.
  • Pour juice from can and half the pineapple over ham. Add 1/2 cup of brown sugar on top.
  • Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until internal temperature reaches 140 degrees. (Timing varies depending on size of ham)

Nutrition

Calories: 1106kcal | Carbohydrates: 72g | Protein: 74g | Fat: 57g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 211mg | Sodium: 4087mg | Potassium: 1150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 70g | Vitamin A: 41IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 4mg

Slow Cooker Banana Bread

Slow cooker banana bread

Slow Cooker Banana Bread…No oven, no problem! This gluten free slow cooker banana bread is moist, delicious and best of all easy! You just mix all your ingredients together then throw it into the slow cooker until it’s ready.

We live in Phoenix where it gets hot, hot, hot and I love to make this in the summertime this way so I don’t have to turn the oven on and heat up the whole house. Bonus is that my house still smells like yummy banana bread, which is one of the best parts!

What Kind of Bananas to Use

You want to use ripe bananas when you are making banana bread because they have converted the starch into sugar making your bread sweeter and they are easier to mash!

If you don’t have ripe bananas you can put them in a paper bag and close it which usually takes a day or two. But if you need ripe bananas right away you can cook them in your oven and it only takes about 15-30 minutes. You just need to cook them with the skins on on 300 degrees in the oven. You will know they are done because the skins will be black and shiny.

Tips for Making Slow Cooker Banana Bread

Line your entire Crock Pot with parchment paper. This makes sure the corners don’t get burnt. If you don’t have parchment paper make sure to spray the liner with non stick spray and then spray again!

Gluten Free- Make sure to swap out the flour for gluten-free flour. if you want to make this gluten free. My favorite is cup for cup. You can buy it on Amazon here. We use it for all of our baking!

Regular Flour- Use the same amount of regular flour if you don’t need it to be Gluten Free.

Add in chocolate chips or nuts, like walnuts, to add even more flavor to this banana bread!

Slow Cooker Banana Bread

Need a Slow Cooker? My favorite is this Crock Pot 6 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. You never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Slow Cooker Banana Bread

Author: Allison Treadwell
Try this simple and easy gluten free Banana Bread that is perfect for breakfast or as a yummy snack all week!
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5 from 4 votes
Course : Breakfast
Cuisine : American
Servings : 8 servings
Calories : 351
Total Time : 4 hrs 15 mins
Prep Time : 15 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3 medium bananas ripe and mashed
  • 2 cups all purpose gluten free flour my fav is cup for cup
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cup chocolate chips plus more for top optional
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Instructions 

  • Using two large large parchment paper strips to cover bottom and sides of the slow cooker and spray generously with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together butter, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Add mashed bananas and whist together.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Flop dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined. Add chocolate chips is desired.
  • Transfer batter into slow cooker and smooth into even layer. Top with more chocolate chips and cook on low for 4 hours. Place a towel on top of the slow cooker and place lid on top to help catch condensation.
  • Remove from slow cooker and cool for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 181mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 417IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg

More Sweet Treats

Looking for more sweet recipes! Try out these easy no-bake recipes.

No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Balls

No Bake Cheerio Peanut Butter Bars

French Toast Casserole- Crock Pot

French Toast Casserole is a favorite breakfast food of mine! There is just something about how all the ingredients come together to become a perfect sweet and gooey piece of heaven. I make this easy crockpot version of French Toast any chance I can get and it’s so simple I make it quite a lot, which might not be a good thing!!

I always make it when we have guests or for an easy brunch. It is so much less messy than the original version where you are dipping individual pieces of bread and cooking them on a stove. This one-pot wonder is the best of both worlds because it’s almost effortless but tastes like you are a master baker!

Serve with fruit or bacon and your breakfast is complete.

French Toast Casserole

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Make for Holidays

This french toast casserole is a perfect breakfast for any holiday. We always make it for Easter and Christmas morning. Nothing is better than having a family tradition that involves French Toast Casserole. It’s so easy to whip up the night before and then right when I wake up I turn it on. Once everyone is done hunting for eggs or opening presents breakfast is ready. No dirty dishes and no cooking! The best part is that everyone can sit down and eat together at the same time.

But you can really make this anytime and enjoy it. You can make it before church and it will be ready after or even just an easy brunch option. It stays delicious for several days in the fridge, just thrown in the microwave and cover with syrup!

French Toast Casserole

Bread Options for French Toast Casserole

What kind of bread– This is best made with day-old bread French or Italian bread since it is easy to break into chunks. But really any bread will work!

Gluten Free – We make all of our food gluten-free so we use a gluten free bread from a local bakery in Phoenix. But there is a french loaf that Udi’s makes that would be perfect for this!

French Toast Casserole

Tips for Making French Toast Casserole

– Spray the slow cooker with non-stick spray! Then spray it again! This is an important part so that the sides don’t stick when you take it out.

– Use 1 inch cubes of bread so the can really soak up the mixture.

– Add nuts, raisins or even chocolate chips. Really anything you can think of to make it even better.

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

How to Make French Toast Casserole

Step 1. In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, vanilla and salt.

Step 2. Add bread into egg and milk mixture and gently stir to combine. Cover and place in your refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 3. Make the cinnamon crumble- In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Refrigerate until needed.

Step 4. SPRAY Slow cooker insert with Non-Stick Spray or grease sides with butter. Pour your coated bread into your slow cooker.

Step 5. Top with crumble.

Step 6. Cook for 3-4 hours on low or 2 hours on high.

Step 7. Let it cool off for 15 minutes then serve with frosting or syrup and fruit!

French Toast Casserole

French Toast Casserole

Author: Allison Treadwell
This easy make ahead french toast casserole is the perfect breakfast for holidays or brunch!
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4.67 from 9 votes
Course : Breakfast
Cuisine : American
Servings : 8 servings
Calories : 478
Total Time : 8 hrs 15 mins
Prep Time : 15 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf gluten free bread, cut into 1 inch squares If not gluten-free, use day old french loaf
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup softened butter
  • Dash of nutmeg
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Instructions 

  • Heavily grease the inside of the the slow cooker with butter or non stick cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, vanilla and salt.
  • Add bread into egg and milk mixture and gently stir to combine.
  • Cover and place in your refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, butter, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Cover and place in your refrigerator until needed.
  • Pour your coated bread into your slow cooker.
  • Crumble your butter mixtures over over the top of your bread.
  • Cover and cook on low for 3 1/2 to 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
  • Let it cool down for 10-15 minutes prior to serving.
  • Top with powered sugar and maple syrup!

Nutrition

Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 179mg | Sodium: 558mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 708IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 219mg | Iron: 1mg

More Breakfast Casseroles

Looking for more easy morning breakfast ideas! Here’s a delicious egg casserole to make!

Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

This breakfast recipe is the best! What can I say about Slow Cooker Egg Casserole except I love it! You want to know why? It’s so easy and yummy and versatile!

I always love a recipe that I can use over and over again and only change a few things so it doesn’t get old. The fourth, just kidding, Ok, now you know why I love it so much so here’s how you can make it too! If you are looking for a sweeter breakfast casserole check out my French Toast Casserole.

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Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

This easy egg casserole will be your go-to breakfast for parties, holidays and even weekly meal prep. You can make this on Monday and eat it all week! The best part is you can add or take away any ingredients you want.

Want to make it vegetarian, skip the ham and swap for more veggies. Spice it up a little with a can of diced green chilis. The options are endless! Since I eat this almost every week I have made tons of versions of this recipe and listed them below. Feel free to pick one of these versions or make your very own.

How to Make Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

Step 1. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Mix to combine.

Step 2. Layer bottom of slow cooker with potatoes. Pour egg mixture into slow cooker. Sprinkle the onions, bell peppers, bacon, and cheese over the top of the eggs. Use a spoon to gently combine.

Step 3. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Do not open slow cooker during cooking.

Step 4. Cut into slices and serve!

Different Versions of Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

Meaty Trio- Add ham, bacon, and sausage. This is my husband’s favorite!

Mexican– Use a Mexican Shredded Cheese blend and add a 4.5 oz can of green chilis. Top with salsa and sour cream when serving.

Veggie Delight- Add mushrooms, zucchini, and spinach. Really any veggies! I have also done asparagus in another version.

Greek– Chop up kalamata olives and mix in with veggies. Top with feta cheese when serving.

Great for Holidays

Don’t forget to use this for any holidays because it is a perfect dump-and-go recipe. I like to make it on Easter and Christmas because I can prep it the night before and then turn it on right when we wake up. Once all the craziness of the morning is over breakfast is ready for everyone including me. And as always with a slow cooker meal, you only have one dish to clean up!

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

Author: Allison Treadwell
This breakfast recipe is the best! What can I say about Slow Cooker Egg Casserole except I love it! You want to know why? It’s so easy and yummy and versatile!
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4.86 from 14 votes
Course : Breakfast
Cuisine : American
Servings : 8 servings
Calories : 217
Total Time : 3 hrs 15 mins
Prep Time : 15 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 8 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup chopped bell pepper
  • 1 cup chopped cooked bacon/ ham
  • 1 cup frozen potatoes hash browns or diced
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • Avocado optional
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Instructions 

  • Spray slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In a separate bowl, combine eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Mix to combine.
  • Layer bottom of slow cooker with potatoes. Pour egg mixture into slow cooker. Sprinkle the onions, bell peppers, ham and cheese over the top of the eggs. Use a spoon to gently combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Do not open slow cooker during cooking.
  • Cut into slices and serve with avocado!

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 212mg | Sodium: 702mg | Potassium: 293mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 967IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 1mg

More Slow Cooker Breakfast Recipes

Make this decadent Slow Cooker French Toast for a sweet breakfast!

Slow Cooker French Toast

Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

This Balsamic Pork Tenderloin recipe is made for a slow cooker! Even your pickiest eaters will love this sweet pork tenderloin that melts in your mouth. Simple ingredients transform into a delicious pork tenderloin that makes a savory sauce. Serve with potatoes and asparagus for an easy family dinner that looks and tastes fancy!

The recipe is called Balsamic Pork Tenderloin but I have also used pork shoulder and it is works great! The most important step is really the low and slow cooking fo the meat to break down into tender juicy meat so any pork or beef would work for this recipe.

One of the most important things I try to do with my recipes is make them easy and full of flavor. This is one of my top recipes because the end result is so delectable that people will think you spent all day in the kitchen. But the best part is that it take 5 minutes to throw everything into the slow cooker and let it do the magic. I love to make these delicious Brussels Sprouts from The Lazy Slow Cooker to go with them!

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balsamic pork tenderloin

If you are looking for a new go to recipe that is easy for a weeknight meal you NEED to try this one! The meat is so tender and juicy that you will want to eat it all week. Don’t worry I have you covered on that. I have all the different ways you can eat this yummy pork and make it last!

The icing on the cake is that the pork tenderloin is actually a low fat meat so you can even count this as eating healthy even though you won’t even know because it tastes so good! And, as always, this meal is Gluten Free so my husband can enjoy it too.

balsamic pork tenderloin

How to Make Balsamic Pork

This pork is easy to make and all the ingredients are most likely already your pantry. That makes it easy to turn this into a quick weeknight meal.

– Add all ingredients to the slow cooker, except pork , cornstarch and water. Mix all ingredients until combined.

-Add Pork to slow cooker and cover with sauce.

– Cook on low 6-8 hours until tender.

– Remove pork from slow cooker onto serving plate and tent the pork loosely with foil. Allow pork tenderloins to rest for 7 minutes.

– While the pork is resting, thicken the sauce. Add the sauce from the slow cooker into a saucepan and heat on medium. In a small bowl combine cornstarch and cold water until the cornstarch is completely dissolved. Add cornstarch to sauce and boil for 1-2 minutes.

– Add pork back to slow cooker and shred. Pour sauce over pork to coat. Or you can also slice this and serve.

Different Ways to Serve Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

There are so many different ways to eat this once it is done cooking! Anytime I can make multiple meals out of one cooking session I am a happy camper.

Here are my go-to meals to make with this pork-

– Serve cut with potatoes and veggies

– Shred pork and make burrito bowls or tacos

– Shred pork and make pork sandwiches with coleslaw

The Perfect Side

Try these Cheesy Potatoes to go with the balsamic pork tenderloin. You can make them in the crockpot or the oven in case you only have one crockpot.

Cheesy Potatoes

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Balsamic pork Tenderloin

Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

Author: Allison Treadwell
Serve with potatoes and asparagus for an easy family dinner that looks and tastes fancy!
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3.56 from 56 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 807
Total Time : 6 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 6 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 pork tenderloins or 2 pounds pork shoulder
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup gluten free soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup onion minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
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Instructions 

  • Add all ingredients to the slow cooker, except pork , cornstarch and water. Mix all ingredients until combined.
  • Add pork to slow cooker and coat with sauce until covered.
  • Cook on low 6-8 hours until tender.
  • Remove pork from slow cooker onto serving plate and tent the pork loosely with foil. Allow pork tenderloins to rest for 7 minutes.
  • While the pork is resting, thicken the sauce. Add the sauce from the slow cooker into a saucepan and heat on medium. In a small bowl combine cornstarch and cold water until the cornstarch is completely dissolved. Add cornstarch to sauce and boil for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add pork back to slow cooker and shred. Pour sauce over pork to coat. You can also slice this and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 807kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 127g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 393mg | Sodium: 1087mg | Potassium: 2498mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 33IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 7mg

Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie
Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

This classic comfort food is so easy in a slow cooker! Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie came from some creative women trying to use their leftovers back in the 1800s. I guess not much has changed since the 1800s, women just trying to turn their leftovers into something new for dinner.

This meaty meal is filled with vegetables and topped mashed potatoes. I love mashed potatoes so this is an easy way to get my fix! The flavors come together into the perfect, cozy meal. Feel free to swap the lamb for all beef depending on what you like.

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Shepherd’s Pie vs Cottage Pie

What is the difference? There is a very serious debate over what is Shepherd’s Pie and what is Cottage Pie. Here in the United States we make Shepherd’s Pie with ground beef typically. However, in the United Kingdom they use lamb in their Shepherd’s Pie. They call a similar dish using ground beef, Cottage Pie.

Perfect Dish for Leftovers

I always love using leftover for different recipes and build them into my meal plans. (Here’s a link to the meal planner I use every week) Whenever I have leftover mashed potatoes or peas I use them to make this dish.

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

  • 1 pound beef and 1 pound lamb
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 package (12 ounces) frozen peas and carrots
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 packages (24 ounces each) prepared mashed potatoes, leftover potatoes or any mashed potatoes

Tips for Making Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

Mashed Potatoes– You can use leftover mashed potatoes, instant mashed potatoes, these are my favorite, or make them fresh. They are all delicious.

Quick Cooking Tapioca– This is used to thicken the meat unless you want to have Shepherd’s Pie Soup! If you don’t have quick cooking Tapioca you can use a cornstarch slurry. Mix 2 Tablespoons cornstarch with water before adding to the mixture.

Gluten Free– This meal is gluten free. Quick cooking tapioca and cornstarch are both gluten free. Sometimes people do use flour as a thickening agent so just be sure to use gluten free flour if you do that.

Ground Beef or Ground Lamb– I have made this both with a mix of ground beef and ground lamb and with only ground beef. I prefer to have the mix because just like with my lasagna I like the taste the combined meats make. But if you don’t like lamb just swap for 2 pounds ground beef. It’s still delicious!

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

Author: Allison Treadwell
This classic comfort food is so easy in a slow cooker! Slow Cooker Shepherd’s Pie came from some creative women trying to use their leftovers back in the 1800s.
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5 from 5 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Irish
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 679
Total Time : 7 hrs 20 mins
Prep Time : 20 mins
Cook Time : 7 hrs

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 12 ounces frozen peas and carrots
  • 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes drained
  • 3 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 48 ounces prepared mashed potatoes Bob Evans is my pick, 2 packs
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Instructions 

  • Brown meat in large skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes, stirring to break up meat. Drain fat. Add meat to slow cooker.
  • Add onions and garlic to skillet and cook until onions are tender. Add to slow cooker.
  • Add peas and carrots, tomatoes, tapioca, oregano, salt and pepper into slow cooker and stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  • Top with prepared mashed potatoes. Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes or until potatoes are heated.

Nutrition

Calories: 679kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 682mg | Potassium: 1270mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5481IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 5mg

Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn

slow cooker mexican street corn
Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn

What is Mexican Street Corn or Elote?

If you haven’t had the chance to have slow cooker mexican street corn before it is a taste that is hard to describe!

The best way is to picture yourself taking a stroll through the busy streets of Mexico City and you will smell the sizzling corn on the cob being sold in carts all along the road. Can you smell it through the screen?

This is how this special corn got its name, Mexican Street Corn. Mexican Street Corn is served with butter, salt, chili powder, mayonnaise, lime juice and cotija cheese. These flavors are perfect together!

Mexican Street Corn goes by another name as well, Elote. In Central American and Mexico corn, on or off the cob is called, Elote. This name is derived from the Nahuatl elotitutl, meaning tender cob. After tasting this amazing corn you will immediately be hooked and may not be able to go back to eating it with just butter and salt again.

Ok now you know everything these is to know about Mexican Street Corn but how do you to make it?

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How to Make Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn at Home

Once I had tried this delicious corn at a restaurant called the Elote Cafe in Sedona I had to make it once I returned home. Nothing can compare to having the ambience of the streets of Mexico City or at Elote Cafe.

However, I wanted to share this recipe out at our next party and try to share the delicious and unique flavors. I know it sounds crazy putting mayonnaise with corn but this tangy and sweet mix is what makes this corn so tasty.

I always try to make things simple for parties so I can enjoy my friends’ company. Also, I find that sometimes people don’t really enjoy eating an entire corn on the cob at a party so I thought making it in the slow cooker would work best so everyone could eat it as a dip or with their dinner.

There was none left by the time we had dinner but everyone loved the unique flavors and taste. Now you can have this little taste of Mexico City street food at home too. Try out this amazing recipe for a party or just as a side to go with tacos!

What is Cotija Cheese?

One of the key parts of Mexican Street Corn is Cotija Cheese but if you have never had cotijta cheese it might be a little confusing to know the taste. Cotija is a Mexican cow’s milk is a white, dry and crumbly cheese.

It is named after the town it comes from, Cotija, Michoacán. The closest cheese to compare it to is feta as far as consistency. The taste is very different though. It has a taste that is sharp, salty and milky. I highly recommend giving this cheese a try!

Cotija Cheese

Cheese Substitute– If you have had cotija cheese before and you don’t enjoy it then you can swap for parmesan cheese.

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slow cooker mexican street corn

Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn

Author: Allison Treadwell
Mexican Street Corn or Elote dip is filled with flavors that are bold and delicious. This creamy, cheesy, spicy side dish or dip will win you over at first bite.
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4.15 from 34 votes
Course : Appetizer
Cuisine : Mexican
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 687
Total Time : 1 hr 15 mins
Prep Time : 15 mins
Cook Time : 1 hr

Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen whole kernel sweet corn or 4 ears of boiled corn shucked
  • 1/2 cup poblano pepper chopped and seeded
  • 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 8 ounces cream cheese cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup mayonaise
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Cotija cheese or parmesan crumbled for topping
  • Cilantro for garnish
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Instructions 

  • Cook corn as directed on bag.
  • Place all ingredients except mayonnaise and lime juice in slow cooker.
  • Cover, cook on low for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  • Uncover, stir in mayonnaise and lime until well blended.
  • Cover, cook on high for 10 minutes.
  • Top with cotija cheese, cilantro and sprinkle with chili powder. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 687kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 59g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 995mg | Potassium: 355mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1656IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 485mg | Iron: 1mg

Looking for tacos to go with Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn?

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

BBQ Chicken Bowl

BBQ chicken is one of my go to meals since I can make the chicken in the slow cooker and use it for several meals. This recipe came from one night when I did not have buns for sandwiches so I made it into a bowl. Now this is one of our favorite meals since it has roasted vegetables. They add a nice flavor to the BBQ. Feel free to switch out any vegetables to what you prefer. Once you start roasting your vegetables you will never go back!

3 ingredient bbq chicken

BBQ Chicken Bowl

Author: Allison Treadwell
BBQ chicken is one of my go to meals since I can make the chicken in the slow cooker and use it for several meals. This recipe came from one night when I did not have buns for sandwiches so I made it into a bowl.
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5 from 2 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 575
Total Time : 3 hrs 30 mins
Prep Time : 30 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 bottle Sweet Baby Rays BBQ Sauce gluten free
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes diced
  • 1 cup sweet onion diced
  • 1 head broccoli stems cut off
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
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Instructions 

  • Place chicken breasts in slow cooker. Reserve 1/4 cup BBQ sauce for serving. Cover chicken with remaining bottle of BBQ sauce. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
  • Heat oven to 425 degrees 40 minutes prior to meal time and start cooking rice.
  • Cut vegetables and place in mixing bowl. Toss with olive oil until completely covered. Add salt to taste.
  • Spread vegetables out on pan. Crowding them will make them steam instead of roast.
  • Place vegetables in oven. Check on them every 15 minutes and flip vegetables. Cook until vegetables are charred with little black pieces. The onions will cook faster than the potatoes so remove those when tender and soft.
  • Set vegetables aside when finished.
  • Serve over rice with BBQ chicken, vegetables and top with reserved BBQ sauce

Nutrition

Calories: 575kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1516mg | Potassium: 1854mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 10703IU | Vitamin C: 143mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 3mg

Quick Chicken Pozole Soup

Quick Chicken Pozole

Quick chicken pozole soup is a flavorful and fresh soup that you can make in a few hours! Either use leftover chicken or grab rotisserie chicken from the store.

This classic Mexican comfort food is perfect for a rainy day, if you are under the weather or if you just want a delicious soup. It is hearty and healthy and so easy to make you will find yourself making it over and over again. Another favorite soup I love to make is my Creamy Tomato Basil Soup!

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What is Chicken Pozole?

Chicken Pozole (or Posole) Soup is a traditional Mexican Stew made with either chicken or pork and hominy.

Whenever I give this recipe to people the first question I get is “What is Hominy?” Hominy is made from whole corn kernels that have been soaked in a lye or lime solution (not the fruit, the mineral) to soften the tough outer hulls. This soaking causes the corn to puff up and make it more of a bean texture than the traditional soft corn texture. The kernels are then washed to remove the solution, the hull, and often the germ. Voila! Hominy.

Where can you find Hominy?

Hominy is in a can and you can find it at your local grocery store in the canned food section. I have found it both in the vegetable and bean section. This is what it looks like.

4 Ingredient Dinner- Quick Chicken Pozole Soup

Do you ever realize at 2 pm that you forgot to make dinner? I wish I could say this never happened to me but it does. This is my go to recipe when this happens.

I always try to keep a few cans of enchilada sauce, chilis and hominy in my pantry just for this recipe! I usually run to the grocery store and grab the delicious rotisserie chicken they have in the deli and I’m all set. If you happen to have some leftover chicken you can use that too!

How to Make Quick Chicken Pozole Soup

This is the easiest recipe for dinner ever! If you find an easier one please send it to me ASAP.

1. Put chicken, hominy, enchilada sauce, and chilis into the slow cooker and mix it together.

2. Cook for 6 hours on low or 4 hours on high.

3. Garnish with avocado and cilantro.

Food Allergies

Gluten Free- All my recipes are gluten free because my husband has Celiac Disease, which means he is allergic to gluten. Now if your wondering what has gluten in it in this recipe, it’s the enchilada sauce.

Make sure you get a gluten free enchilada sauce. There are a lot of brands out there that add flour to their enchilada sauce so make sure and read the labels. I always use Hatch since I know they certify that their sauce is gluten free.

Quick Chicken Pozole Soup

If you don’t have a gluten allergy feel free to use any green enchilada sauce!

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More Mexican Recipes

Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

Chicken Tinga Tacos

Crunchy Mexican Chicken Casserole

quick chicken pozole soup

Chicken Pozole

Author: Allison Treadwell
Make this quick and tasty 4 ingredient soup for a warm and cozy dinner!
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5 from 4 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Mexican
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 446
Total Time : 4 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 3 chicken breasts shredded
  • 56 ounces green enchilada sauce make sure it’s gluten free, I use Hatch
  • 8 ounces canned green chilies
  • 15.5 ounces white hominy

Optional for garnish:

  • Avocado
  • Radish
  • Shredded cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Cilantro
  • Tortilla chips
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Instructions 

  • Add chicken, enchilada sauce, green chiles and hominy to slow cooker. Mix to combine.
  • Cook on high for 4-5 hours.
  • Garnish with all the toppings!

Nutrition

Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 4205mg | Potassium: 637mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 2699IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 4mg

Alton Brown’s Copycat Crockpot Chili

Alton Brown's Copycat Crockpot Chili
Alton Brown’s Copycat Crockpot Chili

Looking for a delicious meaty chili! Make this Alton Brown’s Copycat Crockpot Chili.

One week I was trying to find a recipe to use chipotles in adobo from making my chicken tinga tacos. (If you haven’t used chipotle peppers they add such a great flavor to anything).I always hate throwing away an entire container of chipotle peppers since I only use two for the recipe. I found Alton Brown’s Pressure Cooker Chili.

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Alton Brown's Copycat Crockpot Chili

Alton Brown makes his chili in a pressure cooker but since I don’t pressure cook I thought I would try it out in my slow cooker.

Guess what… It’s just as delicious! I do recommend using at least two kinds of meat. It really adds to the flavor but even with just one meat with all the other flavors in the recipe its bound to be yummy.

This chili does have a kick to it so be warned. It is also very meaty, which I love.

Lots of Leftovers- Alton Brown’s Copycat Crockpot Chili

One of my favorite parts of making chili is using it in different meals! I love using the leftover to make chili baked potatoes or chili nachos.

Want More Chili Recipes?

White Chicken Chili

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Looking for a delicious meaty chili! Make this Alton Brown's Copycat Crockpot Chili

Alton Brown’s Copycat Crock Pot Chili

Author: Allison Treadwell
Looking for a delicious meaty chili! Make this Alton Brown’s Copycat Crockpot Chili.
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5 from 5 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 474
Total Time : 3 hrs 20 mins
Prep Time : 20 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds stew meat beef, pork, and/or lamb
  • 2 teaspoons peanut oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 12 ounces beer preferably a medium ale. Gluten free beer options are Omission Pale Ale or New Belgium
  • 16 ounces salsa
  • 30 tortilla chips
  • 2 chipotle peppers canned in adobo sauce chopped
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from the chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
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Instructions 

  • Place the meat in a large mixing bowl and toss with the peanut oil and salt. Set aside.
  • Heat pan over high heat until hot. Add the meat in 3 or 4 batches and brown on all sides, approximately 2 minutes per batch. Once each batch is browned, place the meat in slow cooker.
  • Once all of the meat is browned, add the beer to the cooker to deglaze the pot.
  • Scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the meat back to the slow cooker along with the salsa, tortilla chips, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, and ground cumin and stir to combine.
  • Cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5 hours.
  • Top with shredded cheese, sour cream or avocado!

Notes

Recipe adapted from Alton Brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 474kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 54g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 1868mg | Potassium: 1110mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 816IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 6mg

Crockpot Sweet Chili Meatballs

These 3 ingredient Crockpot Sweet Chili meatballs are packed with flavor and will be a hit with any crowd! You just toss everything in the crockpot and they cook themselves into a perfect party appetizer.

They are easy to make ahead and just cook until the party begins. Anytime I can have food that basically makes itself I like it. The bonus is that they tasty meatballs are a favorite every time I serve them.

This party appetizer has a special twist to the typical BBQ meatball recipe. The special ingredient is sweet chili sauce. Take these to your next party and they will be a hit.

These sweet meatballs are great to bring to a potluck too because you can just cook them in the crockpot. When it’s time to go take the whole crockpot with you and keep them warm.

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How to Make Crockpot Sweet Chili Meatballs

– Take 2 packages of frozen fully cooked gluten free meatballs, if not gluten free use any frozen meatballs

– Pour Chili Sauce and Grape Jelly over meatballs

– Cook on low for 3-4 hours or until heated through

Sweet Chili Meatballs

Easy Dinner- Crockpot Sweet Chili Meatballs

We love these meatballs so much we turned them into dinner too. They make an easy weeknight meal that you can serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

Other Versions of Party Meatballs

After sharing this recipe I was flooded with all the different types of party meatballs! I thought I would share a few of the other versions people make…

Sweet Chili Sauce and Raspberry Preserves

Grape Jelly and BBQ Sauce

Sweet chili Sauce and Cranberry Sauce

Food Allergies-

Gluten Free- All of my recipes are gluten free! My husband has celiac disease, which means he is allergic to gluten. To make these gluten free you need to use gluten free frozen meatballs. I use the Simply Balanced Meatballs from Target.

Crockpot Sweet Chili Meatballs

Looking for More Appetizers?

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Slow Cooker Mexican Street Corn

Need A New Crock Pot?

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Sweet Chili Meatballs

Sweet Chili Meatballs

Author: Allison Treadwell
This party appetizer has a special twist to the typical BBQ meatball recipe. The special ingredient is sweet chili sauce. Take these to your next party and they will be a hit. Perfect to nibble on or make them for dinner with rice!
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5 from 2 votes
Course : Appetizer
Cuisine : American
Servings : 12 servings
Calories : 393
Total Time : 3 hrs 5 mins
Prep Time : 5 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 packages frozen fully cooked gluten free meatballs if not gluten free use any frozen meatballs
  • 12 ounces chili sauce
  • 10 ounces grape jelly
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Instructions 

  • Place meatballs, chili sauce and grape jelly in slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  • Cook on low 3-4 hours or until heated through.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 448mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 201IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

Crockpot Hoisin Chicken

Crockpot hoisin chicken
Crockpot Hoisin Chicken

Sweet and salty hoisin sauce makes a perfect pair in this fast and easy dinner! Crockpot Hoisin Chicken is a quick dinner because all you need is few ingredients to make this classic Asian meal that is sure to satisfy.

Start with a store bought Hoisin Sauce and mix a few fresh ingredients to get an irresistible chicken dinner that everyone will love! This recipe is on rotation every week in our house. So delicious and my 5 year old even eats it.

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What is Hoisin Sauce?

If you haven’t had hoisin, my favorite way to describe it is if teriyaki and BBQ sauce came together and made a sauce. It is a thicker sauce that is sweet with a little tang, similar to American BBQ sauce. But since it has different spices than traditional BBQ sauce its flavor is unique and delicious!

Crockpot Hoisin Chicken
Hoisin Sauce

Where do you get Hoisin Sauce?

You can get the Hoisin Sauce in most groceries stores in the Asian aisle. Since all my recipes are gluten free I use Kikkoman Gluten Free Hoisin Sauce but if you don’t have an allergy you can use any sauce you find. Also, since you only need half a bottle you can use the second half for another dinner.

Crockpot Hoisin Chicken

This recipe is so quick to whip together we usually have it every other week! (The other week I make this teriyaki chicken). You can make this homemade Hoisin sauce in the crockpot insert. I like to add a few extra ingredients to the store bought Hoisin sauce to give it a richer flavor.

I just pour everything into my insert and then mix it up and toss the chicken in at the end. You can make the sauce in 5 minutes and delectable dinner will be ready a few hours later.

Quick Tip– If you are home while the chicken is cooking I usually like to flip it once to get the both sides covered in sauce.

Ingredients to make Hoisin Sauce-

Hoisin Sauce (Gluten-Free)

Tamari (Gluten-Free Soy Sauce) or regular Soy Sauce

Honey

Ginger

Garlic

Salt/Pepper

How to Serve Crockpot Hoisin Chicken

Once your hoisin chicken is finished cooking you can either cut the chicken up into cubes or just shred it with two forks. I usually shred it because I like to get all the sauce soaked into the meat.

If you prefer a thicker sauce just remove the chicken and cover until serving.

Take the sauce from the crockpot and pour it into a saucepan and bring to a simmer. While the sauce is heating, mix cornstarch and water together to make a cornstarch slurry. Once the sauce is simmering, pour the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and mix. Cook for 1-2 minutes to thicken the sauce.

My go-to combination for hoisin chicken is rice and broccoli topped with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes. But there are a few other ideas that make with this chicken.

Low Carb– Make this low carb by serving in lettuce cups. Just like at the restaurant!

Asian Tacos– Use corn tortillas and shred chicken and serve with cabbage or kimchi.

Asian Sliders– Shred the hoisin chicken on dinner rolls (or gluten free Udis hamburger rolls) and serve with cabbage.

What to Serve with Crockpot Hoisin Chicken

I usually steam some broccoli about 5 minutes before we sit down to eat. You could easily throw the broccoli or any veggies in about an hour before the chicken is ready and have them cook with the chicken if you don’t feel like steaming.

Other veggie options that would be good are carrots and snap peas!

Food Allergies

Gluten-Free- I make all my recipes gluten-free since my husband has celiac disease, which means he is allergic to gluten. Make sure and use gluten-free hoisin sauce and gluten free soy sauce when making this to ensure that it is gluten free. If you are not gluten-free feel free to use regular soy sauce and hoisin sauce!

Need A New Crock Pot?

My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking and it just switches to warm. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

crockpot hoisin chicken

Hoisin Chicken

Author: Allison Treadwell
Sweet and salty hoisin sauce makes a perfect pair in this fast and easy dinner! Crockpot Hoisin Chicken is a quick dinner because all you need is few ingredients to make this classic Asian meal that is sure to satisfy.
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4.58 from 7 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Asian
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 394
Total Time : 3 hrs 20 mins
Prep Time : 20 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless-skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 1/2 cup gluten free hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tamari or gluten free soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Steamed rice or lettuce for serving
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Instructions 

  • Place hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger and pepper in slow cooker and stir to combine.
  • Add chicken and stir to combine.
  • Cover and cook chicken. 3-4 hours on low or 1-1 1/2 hours on high. Always check to make sure your chicken is cooked using a meat thermometer.
  • Transfer chicken to serving bowl with a slotted spoon.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce pour sauce into sauce pan and bring to a simmer. Mix cornstarch and water together. Add the cornstarch slurry into sauce and cook until thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • Cover chicken with sauce and serve with rice or lettuce.

Nutrition

Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 216mg | Sodium: 1261mg | Potassium: 636mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg

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