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    Easy Crockpot Weeknight Dinners

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    These easy weeknight crockpot meals will have your family singing your praises at dinner time. They are simple to make and save you time during your busy schedule.

    Easy Crockpot Meals

    The best crockpot meals are easy to assemble and don't give you mushy results. All of these recipes will give you flavorful meals that your family will love.

    While soups are delicious, they aren't the only thing you can make in a slow cooker. Give these meals a try and let me know what you think!

    Crock Pot Weeknight Dinners FAQ

    What's the difference between a crockpot and a slow cooker?

    A crockpot and a slow cooker are the same appliances. Crockpot is a name brand of slow cookers.

    Can I put frozen chicken in the crockpot?

    You can put frozen chicken in the crockpot. It will need a bit longer cooking time, but will still cook through. Make sure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

    What cannot be cooked in a slow cooker?

    I don’t recommend cooking most starches (other than potatoes) in the slow cooker. Items like rice and pasta develop an unpleasant texture when cooked in a slow cooker.

    Crockpot Meals Easy Dump and Go

    What is a dump dinner?

    A dump dinner is a crockpot meal where you just dump all of the ingredients in the slow cooker, set it, and go. There’s no additional work needed.

    Easy Weeknight Crockpot Meals Done in a Jif

    What cooks fast in a crockpot?

    Chicken and small cut beef both cook fast in the crockpot. Chicken only needs 4-6 hours on low.

    Beef Crockpot Meals

    Easy Crockpot Lasagna
    Slow Cooker Lasagna is the same classic lasagna recipe you love, but made entirely in the crockpot. It's easy to make and delicious!
    Check out this recipe
    crockpot lasagna topped with fresh basil
    Crockpot Beef Ragu Sauce
    Slow-cooked boneless beef ribs are added to the crockpot with wine, vegetables, and herbs to create a flavorful beef ragu sauce recipe. 
    Check out this recipe
    beef ragu over pasta topped with basil and parmesan
    Mexican Shredded Beef
    A crockpot Mexican shredded beef that is seasoned with chipotle chile and perfect for tacos and burrito bowls.
    Check out this recipe
    mexican shredded beef inside tacos topped with cilantro and queso fresco
    Sweet and Spicy Meatballs (Crockpot)
    With grape jelly and a spicy chili sauce, these Crockpot Sweet and Spicy Meatballs are easy and only require 3 ingredients.
    Check out this recipe
    meatballs over rice in a white bowl
    Sweet & Spicy Asian Boneless Ribs
    Check out this recipe
    Crock Pot Beef Stew
    An easy to make "dump style" crockpot meal. This Crockpot Beef Stew is delicious and as simple as throwing it all in the crockpot and letting it cook.
    Check out this recipe

    Chicken Crockpot Meals

    Honey Garlic Chicken Crock Pot Recipe
    Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken is an easy chicken thigh recipe infused with honey, garlic, and soy sauce.
    Check out this recipe
    honey garlic chicken topped with sesame seeds over rice and green beans
    Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Chicken
    This Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken is creamy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. It's an easy dump-and-go crockpot recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    salsa verde chicken in a bowl over rice topped with avocado and lime
    Chicken Stuffing Casserole
    This easy to make chicken and stuffing casserole is assembled and cooked entirely in the crockpot.
    Check out this recipe
    chicken and stuffing in a bowl topped with parsley
    Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken
    Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken - A chicken full of cilantro and lime flavors that are perfect for tacos, served over rice, and keto-friendly.
    Check out this recipe
    slow cooker cilantro lime chicken on a plate
    Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken
    Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken combines chicken breast, beans, tomatoes, corn, and green chile with Mexican spices right in your crockpot. An easy, delicious weeknight meal. 
    Check out this recipe
    slow cooker mexican chicken in a bowl topped with cilantro and sour cream
    Crockpot Chicken Tacos
    Check out this recipe
    chicken tacos with toppings
    Crock Pot Honey Asian Chicken
    Check out this recipe
    Sweetly Splendid - Honey Asian Chicken

    Pork Crockpot Meals

    How to Make Carnitas
    Carnitas are seasoned, tender, caramelized, shredded pork. I'm going to break down how to make carnitas in the oven, crockpot, and Instant Pot.
    Check out this recipe
    carnitas on a baking sheet
    Slow Cooker Sweet Pulled Pork
    Check out this recipe
    pulled pork in a white dish

    Soups & Stews in the Crockpot

    Slow Cooker Potato Soup
    You can make homemade potato soup from scratch right in your crockpot. This soup is loaded with bacon, potatoes, and cheese. 
    Check out this recipe
    slow cooker potato soup in white bowl with toppings of cheese and scallion
    Crockpot Mexican Chili
    Check out this recipe
    mexican chili topped with sour cream and avocado in a bowl
    Slow Cooker Taco Soup
    Check out this recipe
    taco soup in a white bowl topped with sour cream
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