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Fiesta Crack Chicken

What do you get when you put the two most popular crockpot recipes, Crack Chicken and Salsa Chicken, together? Fiesta Crack Chicken! This chicken has the best of both worlds with a creamy ranch chicken sauce and all the flavor from salsa chicken. This quick recipe is just as easy with no chopping or prep. Pour it all in and dinner is ready when you are!

Fiesta Crack Chicken

I was trying to decide what to make for dinner one morning and didn’t have everything to make crack chicken so I was trying to think what else I could make. I had a leftover jar of salsa in the fridge and thought to myself, what if I add salsa to crack chicken and boom…Fiesta Crack Chicken. This creamy salsa chicken was a hit in our house!

If you don’t like the original crack chicken then you may want to try this since the salsa adds a lot of flavor and totally different taste.

One of my favorite things about this recipe it that it includes the veggies so I have one less thing to prepare when I get home. Also, whenever I make meals that include rice I always use my rice maker. This really makes dinner a breeze because I don’t have to make it when I get home. We literally walk in the door and make our plates. I use the Zojirushi Rice Maker which is amazing. It has a timer and setting for brown or white rice which is helpful.

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What’s in Fiesta Crack Chicken?

Fiesta Crack Chicken
  • Chicken Breasts
  • Ranch Packet or make your own ranch with this recipe
  • Cream Cheese
  • Jar of salsa
  • Corn
  • Black Beans
  • Optional – avocado, cheese, sour cream

Here’s a little avocado humor!

Avocado Timeline

How to Serve Fiesta Crack Chicken?

There are so many ways to eat Fiesta Crack Chicken! We actually ate it three different ways this week!

  • Serve over rice to make Burrito bowl
  • Low Carb- serve over cauliflower rice or in lettuce cups
  • Make tacos or tostadas
  • Layer over tortilla chips and add extra cheese on top for nachos

How to Make Fiesta Crack Chicken

Layer chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Pour salsa, ranch, black beans and corn on top of chicken and mix everything together.

Fiesta Crack Chicken

Cut cream cheese into chunks and place on top of mixture. This will slowly melt into the mixture as it heats up.

Fiesta Crack Chicken

Cook on low for 4- 6 hours or high for 2-3. Stir cream cheese into mixture half way through if possible.

Fiesta Crack Chicken

Shred chicken with forks or cut into chunks.

Food Allergies

Gluten Free- All my recipes are gluten free because my husband has Celiac Disease, which means he is allergic to gluten. This recipe uses a ranch packet. I always use Hidden Valley Ranch Packets because they are certified gluten free. If you would rather make your own here is a link to a recipe for that too. Just always make sure you check the ingredients in any packet you purchase to confirm it doesn’t have gluten in it.

Looking for more Crockpot Mexican Recipes?

Pork Carnitas

Quick Chicken Pozole Soup

Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

Crunchy Chicken Casserole

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!

Fiesta Crack Chicken

Fiesta Crack Chicken

Author: Allison Treadwell
What do you get when you put the two most popular crockpot recipes, Crack Chicken and Salsa Chicken, together? Fiesta Crack Chicken! This chicken has the best of both worlds with a creamy ranch chicken sauce and all the flavor from salsa chicken.
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4.12 from 53 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Mexican
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 616
Total Time : 4 hrs 5 mins
Prep Time : 5 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 15.5 oz salsa
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning or 1 oz homemade ranch seasoning
  • 14.5 oz canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 12 oz frozen corn or 14.5 oz can of sweet corn
  • 8 oz cream cheese cut into blocks
  • Avocado, shredded cheese, sour cream optional
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Instructions 

  • Layer chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Pour salsa, ranch, black beans and corn on top of chicken and mix everything together.
  • Cut cream cheese into chunks and place on top of mixture. This will slowly melt into the mixture as it heats up.
  • Cook on low for 4- 6 hours or high for 2-3.
  • Mix everything together making sure cream cheese if fully mixed in. Shred chicken with forks or cut into chunks.
  • Serve over rice, cauliflower rice or in tortillas.

Nutrition

Calories: 616kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 2078mg | Potassium: 1587mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1347IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 136mg | Iron: 4mg

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken is an easy weeknight dinner that is going to become a favorite! Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken has all the classic flavor of your favorite takeout restaurant even down to the peanuts on top. Skip the takeout and make this healthy version of an Asian favorite.

I love finding a new easy Asian chicken recipe to add into my rotation with honey teriyaki chicken, mongolian beef and hoisin chicken. This recipe has many of the same flavors with soy sauce and hoisin included in Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken. I am a fan of spicy so when I got the Kung Pao Chicken from Pei Wei (a takeout restaurant near me) the other week I realized I need to try and make it in the Crockpot. And it was so easy and tasty when I did!!

One of my favorite things about this recipe it that it includes the veggies so I have one less thing to prepare when I get home. Also, whenever I make meals that include rice I always use my rice maker. This really makes dinner a breeze because I don’t have to make it when I get home. We literally walk in the door and make our plates. I use the Zojirushi Rice Maker which is amazing. It has a timer and setting for brown or white rice which is helpful.

Disclaimer- Some links on this page are Amazon affiliate links, meaning at no extra cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

What You Need to Make Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken?

Here are the ingredients you need to make Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken. Most of the ingredients are already in your pantry and fridge!

– Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts

– Zucchini

– Red Bell Pepper

– Soy Sauce

– Honey

– Hoisin Sauce

– Sriracha

– Garlic

– Ginger

– Dried Red Chili Flakes

– Peanuts (optional)

– Salt and Pepper

– Olive Oil

How to Make Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken?

Cut chicken into 3 inch pieces and season with salt and pepper. Brown chicken on stovetop and place in bottom of slow cooker. (You can skip the browning if you don’t have time. This just adds flavor.)

Crockpot kung pao chicken

Ina separate bowl mix soy sauce, honey, water, hoisin sauce, sriracha, garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes together. Mix sauce together and pour over chicken. Cook on low for 3-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken

One hour before cooking is complete add bell peppers and zucchini.

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken

If you prefer a thicker sauce, 30 minutes prior to serving make a cornstarch slurry and add to crockpot and turn on high.

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken

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 this 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!

Looking for more Asian Crockpot Meals?

Honey Teriyaki Chicken

Hoisin Chicken

Sweet Chili Chicken

20 Clove Garlic Chicken

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken

Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken

Author: Allison Treadwell
Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken is an easy weeknight dinner that is going to become a favorite! Crockpot Kung Pao Chicken has all the classic flavor of your favorite takeout restaurant even down to the peanuts on top.
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5 from 5 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Asian
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 417
Total Time : 4 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 3 inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini cut lengthwise then cut into 1/2 slices

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water or chicken stock
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha optional
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 1/4- 1/2 teaspoon dried chili flakes

Cornstarch Slurry

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
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Instructions 

  • Cut chicken into 3 inch pieces and mix with salt and pepper.
  • Add olive oil to pan and brown chicken. Add browned chicken to crockpot. (This can be skipped if short on time)
  • In a separate bowl mix soy sauce, water, honey, hoisin, sriracha, garlic, ginger and chili flakes together and stir. Pour over chicken.
  • Cook on low for 3-5 hours or cook on high for 2-3 hours.
  • One hour before finished add bell pepper and zucchini to crockpot.
  • For a thicker sauce, prepare cornstarch slurry 30 minutes before serving. Mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water until cornstarch is dissolved. Add to crockpot and turn on high.
  • Serve with chopped peanuts, sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 2256mg | Potassium: 929mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 1199IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 2mg

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

This rich and creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken is chock full of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and mushrooms! You will be transported to a fancy restaurant when you take the first bite. The best part is it only takes 15 minutes to prepare and make this meal. 

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

This recipe just takes a quick 15 minutes on the stovetop and you will have a delectable sauce that is out of this world.

It is hard to wait until the chicken is done cooking to sneak a bite because the garlic, Parmesan, and cream sauce smell so wonderful. I can tell you firsthand that this recipe really tastes as good as it smells.

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken Keto Style 

My husband joined the Keto diet bandwagon so I got busy creating some crockpot recipes that are Keto-friendly. If you don’t know what Keto is, the best way to describe it is low carb so no rice, bread, or pasta. There is way more to it than that but I’m not a Keto blog, so I’m not going to go into too many details.

This recipe is easy to adapt to make it Keto or low carb. Just leave out the sun-dried tomatoes and everything else is low carb. You can serve it on its own or over zoodles to get that pasta fix.

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HOW TO MAKE CREAMY TUSCAN GARLIC CHICKEN

  1. Heat Olive Oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and saute for 45 seconds to 1 minute.
  2. Add cream and chicken broth. Heat to a gentle simmer then turn the heat down to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. After the sauce has simmered, add Parmesan Cheese 1/4 cup at a time and incorporate with a whisk. Add salt to taste.
  4. Once the sauce is finished, place the chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian Seasoning. Top with sun-dried tomatoes and baby Bella mushrooms.
  5. Pour sauce over the chicken making sure to pour on top and coat the chicken and veggies.
  6. Cook for 3-4 hours on high or 6 hours on low.
  7. Remove chicken from the slow cooker and add spinach and turn the crockpot to high. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until spinach is wilted.
  8. Add chicken back into the slow cooker and shred or cover chicken with sauce.
  9. Serve with rice or pasta. If following the Keto Diet, serve over cauliflower rice.
Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken Pasta

The pasta soaks up the extra sauce and makes the dish more filling. It’s also a great way to use up any leftover chicken you might have. If you don’t want to use pasta, you can totally use rice or any other side you’d like! I know several people who love serving this dish with pasta and it’s always a hit!

How to Store Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

This chicken dish can be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Make sure to fully cool the dish before storing it, and reheat it until it’s hot all the way through before serving.

How to Reheat Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

The best way to reheat this chicken dish is in the oven. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and place the dish in an oven-safe dish. Cover it with foil and heat it for about 20 minutes, or until it’s hot all the way through. I do like to reheat it in the microwave, but be sure to do so in short intervals so that the sauce doesn’t dry out.

This Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken is a delicious and easy dish to make. The chicken is cooked in a creamy sauce that is sure to make the whole family happy! It’s perfect for a weeknight meal or as a dinner party dish. You can also easily adapt this recipe to use whatever ingredients you have on hand. What is your favorite part of this recipe?

Want More Crockpot Chicken Recipes?

Creamy Italian Chicken

Honey Teriyaki Chicken

Mexican Crunchy Chicken Casserole

White Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken

Hoisin Chicken

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!

creamy tuscan chicken

Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Author: Allison Treadwell
This rich and creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken is chock full of sun dried tomatoes, spinach and mushrooms! You will be transported to a fancy restaurant when you take the first bite. The best part is it only takes 15 minutes prep to make!
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4 from 81 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Italian
Servings : 4 servings
Calories : 622
Total Time : 4 hrs 20 mins
Prep Time : 20 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup baby bella mushrooms
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • Sea salt
  • Black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes
  • 2 cup spinach
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Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and saute for 45 second- 1 minute.
  • Add cream and chicken broth. Heat to a gentle simmer then turn heat down to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • After the sauce has simmered add Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup at a time and incorporate with a whisk. Add salt to taste.
  • After the sauce is completed, place the chicken in the bottom of slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper and Italian Seasoning. Top with sun dried tomatoes and baby bella mushrooms.
  • Pour sauce over chicken making sure to pour on top and coat chicken and veggies.
  • Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6 hours.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker and add spinach and turn crock to high. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until spinach is wilted.
  • Pour sauce over chicken.
  • Serve with pasta or rice. If keto serve over califlower rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 622kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 59g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 239mg | Sodium: 706mg | Potassium: 1586mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2638IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 335mg | Iron: 3mg

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

Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage

The easiest and best way to make Corned Beef and Cabbage is in your slow cooker. Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage is one of my favorite meals! I always eat it all year long but in most houses it only makes an appearance for St. Patrick’s Day.

This meal was made for a slow cooker and it shines every time. If you are looking to celebrate the luck of the Irish or just looking for a hearty and easy family dinner this recipe is the perfect fit. Potatoes, carrots and cabbage pair perfect with this seasoned beef.

If this is your first time making corned beef it can be a little confusing so I tried to answer the most common questions I get when it starts getting close to St. Patrick’s Day!

Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage

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What is Corned Beef?

Corned Beef is a description of a cooking technique made by salt-curing beef. It is usually made from brisket. Since brisket is usually a tough meat the salt-curing or brining makes it tender. Then once you get it at the grocery store it comes packaged with a little spice packet that is typically used to flavor the meat while cooking. I always use the spice packet included and find it a perfect mix.

Why Make Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage?

The best part is that corned beef is best cooked low and slow which is when the slow cooker comes in. It can easily become more tender and juicy when it is cooking in a slow cooker. This is also a one-pot wonder. You can start it in the morning and let it cook all day until dinner. All you have to do is put the vegetables in halfway through. Once everything is all done cooking you just serve it and you’re done. That’s my kind of dinner!

Point Cut or Flat Cut for Corned Beef?

There are two cuts of Corned Beef. Point Cut corned beef are rounder and have more marbling or fat. Just like with steak this gives the meat more flavor. Most people choose the Point Cut for Corned Beef. However, the Flat Cut corned beef, also called the round cut is leaner and easy to cut. I accidentally used the Flat Cut once and it was still good but it was not as juicy. I recommend the Point Cut especially if you are only making this once a year. However, if you are trying to eat healthy you can still make a a very delicious Corned Beef and Cabbage with the Flat Cut.

What You Need to Make Corned Beef and Cabbage

  • Corned Beef with Spice Packet
  • Apple Cider Vinegar (This helps tenderize the meat)
  • Sugar (This adds depth and flavor while tenderizing the meat)
  • Onion
  • Carrots
  • Potatoes
  • Cabbage

Need A New Crock Pot?

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Let the Crock pot do the work for you! It’s so easy and you are sure to enjoy every last bite of this classic dish!

Crock Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage

Author: Allison Treadwell
Make this all in one meal complete with meat, potatoes and veggies for St. Patrick’s Day or any night!
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4.16 from 19 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Irish
Servings : 8 servings
Calories : 529
Total Time : 4 hrs 20 mins
Prep Time : 20 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 4 cups hot water
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 large onion cut into quarters
  • 3 pounds corned beef with spices
  • 8 small white potatoes cut into quarters
  • 1 head cabbage cored and cut into 10 wedges
  • 4-5 carrots cut into 1 inch pieces
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Instructions 

  • Combine water, vinegar, sugar, pepper and onions in slow cooker.
  • Place corned beef and contents of spice packet in the mixture.
  • Put the potatoes and carrots over the top and along the sides.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
  • Remove cover and scatter cabbage wedges on top.
  • Cover and continue cooking for 4-6 hours, or until beef is tender.
  • Remove corned beef. Let sit for 15 minutes. Cut beef into slices against the grain and serve with vegetables and spoon liquid over beef from slow cooker to keep beef moist.

Notes

I had a few comments that the high setting was too much for their slow cooker. I have adjusted to low to make sure it doesn’t get dried out. All slow cookers vary so make sure to check yours periodically.

Nutrition

Calories: 529kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 2129mg | Potassium: 1543mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 5211IU | Vitamin C: 124mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 5mg

Leftover Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage?

Make breakfast the next morning with an easy egg and corned beef casserole!

Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

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!

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!

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

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!

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 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

Crockpot Greek Chicken Soup

greek chicken soup

Crockpot Greek Chicken Soup is filled with bold flavors and delicious chicken—and you don’t have to spend all day in the kitchen to make it! 

I love greek food and could eat it all the time. I just love the flavors they use. This easy soup is packed with all my favorite flavors- artichoke hearts, kalamata olives and feta cheese!

The chicken and beans add a power house of protein that make this dinner healthy and satisfying.

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Healthy and Light

If you are looking for a healthy crock pot recipe this soup is perfect. It is filled with veggies and beans to give you all the vitamins and nutrients to keep you full longer. The chicken is a lean meat that is low calorie but still filling. I like to eat the leftovers as lunch all week. It’s a quick and healthy lunch.

Fix it and Forget It- Crockpot Greek Chicken Soup

One of the best parts of this recipe is that it is so easy! You know I love a good recipe where you just pour everything into the slow cooker and watch it do its magic.

– Place chicken in slow cooker.

– Cut onion and layer on top of chicken.

– Pour chicken broth, beans, tomatoes and artichokes into slow cooker and stir together.

Crockpot Greek Chicken Soup

– Top with rosemary and bay leaves.

– Cook on low for 5-6 hours or low for 2-2 1/2 hours.

– Top with crumbled feta cheese and kalamata olives.

Crockpot Greek Chicken Soup

Want More Crockpot Chicken Recipes?

Creamy Italian Chicken

Honey Teriyaki Chicken

Mexican Crunchy Chicken Casserole

White Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken

Hoisin Chicken

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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 Greek Chicken Soup

Author: Allison Treadwell
Crockpot Greek Chicken Soup is filled with bold flavors and delicious chicken—and you don’t have to spend all day in the kitchen to make it!
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5 from 2 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : Greek
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 412
Total Time : 4 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 4 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 red onion cut in wedges
  • 1 can reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 30 ounces canned cannellini beans drained and rinsed
  • 6 ounces marinated artichoke hearts drained and chopped
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes with basil garlic and oregano (undrained)
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 4 sprigs rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives drained and halved
  • Crumbled feta cheese optional
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Instructions 

  • Place onion and chicken in slow cooker. Top with herb springs, bay leaves, chicken broth, beans, tomatoes and artichokes.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-2 1/2 hours.
  • Remove and discard sprigs and bay leaves. Transfer chicken to a medium bowl; coarsely shred chicken.
  • Mash beans with fork in slow cooker.
  • Return chicken to slow cooker.
  • Serve over rice. Top each bowl with feta cheese and olives.

Nutrition

Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 1747mg | Potassium: 1423mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 458IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 6mg

Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken

This all-in-one crockpot garlic butter chicken melts in your mouth (thanks, butter!) and is so simple to make. Not only does the make fall apart tender garlic chicken, it includes veggies making it a complete meal.

Chicken with Garlic Sauce

Let the butter do the work on this easy dinner. Mix butter, garlic, and a few spices then you will have a tantalizing dinner that’s not only good but impressive enough to serve guests (even the in-laws!).

I always love a recipe where you can put everything into the slow cooker at once and not think about it again until it’s time to serve dinner; this recipe is one of those!

Garlic butter chicken takes only 10 minutes to prep and you will be all set! You will end up with juicy, tender chicken in a delicious, garlic butter sauce that will make you want to lick your plate.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes

Garlic butter chicken and potatoes is an easy dinner recipe to whip up any night of the week. All you have to do is mix melted butter with a few common spices, add chicken, layer veggies and drizzle the delectable butter sauce over everything. This is a true fix-it-and-forget-it meal that will only take minutes to prep. The crockpot does all the hard work!

1. Mix melted butter with garlic and spices.

2. Place chicken breasts on the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour 1/3 of the butter mixture over the chicken breasts.

3. Layer potatoes and veggies on top of the chicken, making sure to place the potatoes spread apart so they have room to cook. You don’t want raw potatoes at dinnertime.

4. Pour the remaining butter mixture over veggies and potatoes.

5. Add chicken broth over everything.

6. Cook for 3 – 4 hours on high or 6 hours on low.

Can I Use Chicken Thighs Instead?

Yes. If your family prefers dark meat, you can use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in this recipe. The thighs will need a little less time to cook, so check them at 3 hours on high or 5 hours on low. Garlic butter chicken thighs are just as delicious as the chicken breasts!

Tips for Making Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken

  • Make sure to cut your potatoes in quarters. Since potatoes take longer to cook you want to make sure to quarter them, allowing them to cook in the same amount of time as the chicken and carrots.
  • You can swap the carrots or potatoes for any veggies that your family likes. Another couple of good vegetables that work well with the garlic butter sauce are green beans or broccoli.
  • Know your slow cooker. Every slow cooker is different and cooks differently. If this is your first time making this, you should start checking on the chicken early. No one wants to gnaw on dry chicken. 

With all the amazing Crockpot chicken recipes out there, it can be hard to choose which one to make for dinner. This garlic butter chicken is a winner; that’s for sure! The chicken is so tender it will fall apart with just a little touch and the garlic butter sauce is absolutely delicious.

So there you have it! A delicious and easy, garlic butter chicken recipe that can be made in the crockpot. Whether you are short on time or want to let your slow cooker do all the work, this recipe is a winner for any family dinner.

Want More Crockpot Chicken Recipes?

Creamy Italian Chicken

Honey Teriyaki Chicken

Mexican Crunchy Chicken Casserole

White Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken

Hoisin Chicken

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Close view of Garlic Butter Chicken and veggies.

Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken

Author: Allison Treadwell
This all-in-one crock pot garlic chicken melts in your mouth (thanks butter) and includes veggies! Feel free to switch the veggies to green beans or broccoli.
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3.91 from 83 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 403
Total Time : 3 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 pound baby carrots
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes cut in wedges
  • 14.5 ounces chicken broth optional
  • 1/2 cup salted butter melted
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon thyme ground
  • 1 teaspoon parsley dried

Instructions 

  • Place chicken in bottom crock pot.
  • Place butter in small microwavable bowl. Heat for 1 minute or until melted.
  • Add Garlic, salt, pepper, thyme and parsley to melted butter and mix.
  • Pour 1/4 of butter mixture over chicken.
  • Add carrots and potatoes. Pour remaining butter over veggies and mix to cover.
  • Add 1/2 a cup of chicken broth to crock pot. (optional just adds more delicious juices)
  • Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6 hours.

Notes

Adapted from the magical slow cooker garlic butter chicken and veggies.

Nutrition

Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 1013mg | Potassium: 1136mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 10964IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg

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