Chicken slow-cooked in a mole sauce with chilies and dark chocolate. 3 large chicken breasts, frozen or fresh 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes 1 4 oz can diced green chilies 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 1 onion, diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 1/2…
Category: Slow-Cooker
Beer Stew
This hearty stew with chunks of beef and vegetables in a beer broth is perfect on a cold winter’s night. 1 lb cubed stewing beef 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 1/2 cups baby carrots (or sliced regular carrots) 1 large russet potato, cubed 1 can beer 1 tbsp soy sauce 2…
Italian Drip Beef
Pioneer Woman’s famous drip beef with pepperoncini peppers. It’ll knock your socks off! Recipe found here: http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2010/02/drip-beef-two-ways/ Ree features two ways of making drip beef (or French dip, or beef dip, or whatever you want to call it). I decided to be adventurous and try the one with pepperoncini peppers. I’ve heard many wonderful reviews…
Italian Crockpot Meatloaf
Slow-cooked meatloaf with sun-dried tomatoes, parsley and provolone cheese. 1 1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs 1/2 cup milk 4 tsp olive oil 1 1/2 cups chopped onions 2 cloves crushed garlic 1 tsp dried oregano 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/2 cup parmesan cheese 1/2…
Jerk Barbecue Pork Steaks
Pork steaks simmered in the crockpot with Jamaican jerk seasoning until they’re so tender they fall right off the bone. 3 thick pork shoulder blade steaks (about 2 lbs/1 kg) 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 cup ketchup 1/4 cup wine vinegar 1 tbsp packed brown sugar 1 tbsp worcestershire…
Whole Chicken in a Crockpot
Here’s a super easy way to cook a whole chicken, and make chicken soup the next day. 1 small whole chicken 1 small onion paprika, seasoning salt, and garlic powder for seasoning Rinse the chicken and remove any bags from the cavity. Peel the onion and place the whole thing inside the cavity. If it doesn’t fit…
Doro Wat
Ethiopian chicken stew slow-cooked in the crockpot. It’s sure to warm you up on a cold day. 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs1/4 cup fresh lemon juice2 tbsps butter3 large onions, diced 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger1 tbsp paprika1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you like it spicy)1/2 teaspoon black pepper1…
Squash and Dumplings
Slow cooked butternut squash and beans topped with cheesy pesto dumplings. 3/4 lb butternut squash, cut into 1/2 inch pieces1 28 oz can of diced tomatoes1 19 oz can navy beans, rinsed and drained2 cups sliced white mushrooms1 cup vegetable broth2 cloves garlic, crushed1 tsp oregano1 tsp basil1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper Dumplings:1/2 cup all-purpose…
Cola Pot Roast
Slow-cooked pot roast in a sweet and tangy sauce made with Cola. Don’t knock it ’til you’ve tried it! 3/4 cup of cola1/3 cup barbeque sauce2 tbsp chili sauce1 tbsp lemon juice1 tbsp grated ginger2 tsp worcestershire sauce1 clove garlic, crushed1/2 tsp cumin1/2 tsp chili powder1 sirloin top roast (3lb)seasoning salt and pepper2 tsp olive…
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Pork simmered in barbeque sauce in the crockpot, then pulled apart to make one mighty tasty sandwich filling. 1-2 lb boneless pork (can be frozen)1 bottle of barbeque sauce, divided1/4 cup water Place pork in a crockpot with half of the BBQ sauce and 1/4 cup of water. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Add more water if it…
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