Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

A hearty and flavorful soup that's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (14-ounce) can of diced tomatoes with green chiles
  • 1 (10-ounce) can of enchilada sauce
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 (10-ounce) package frozen corn
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Tortilla chips, for serving

Cooking method:

  1. Place the chicken breasts, tomatoes, enchilada sauce, onion, and garlic in a slow cooker.
  2. Add chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and bay leaf.
  3. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  4. Remove chicken and shred with two forks, then return to the slow cooker.
  5. Stir in corn, cilantro, and lime juice, and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  6. Serve hot with tortilla chips and garnish as desired.

Honey Garlic Chicken

A sweet and savory delight that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

Cooking method:

  1. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, and basil.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until chicken is tender.
  5. Serve with steamed rice or vegetables.

Beef Stroganoff

A rich and creamy comfort food classic made easy with a slow cooker.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds beef stew meat
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 (10.75-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • Cooked egg noodles, for serving

Cooking method:

  1. Add beef, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
  2. Stir in mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until beef is tender.
  4. Stir in sour cream before serving.
  5. Serve over cooked egg noodles.

Vegetable Curry

A vibrant and nutritious dish that's perfect for a meatless meal.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups chopped potatoes
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (14-ounce) can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 (14-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

Cooking method:

  1. Place potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, and bell pepper in the slow cooker.
  2. Add coconut milk, curry powder, salt, and ginger.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until vegetables are tender.
  4. Stir in chickpeas and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  5. Serve with rice or naan bread.

BBQ Pulled Pork

An easy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of barbecue without a grill.

Ingredients:

  • 3 pounds pork shoulder
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Buns, for serving

Cooking method:

  1. Place pork and onion in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, vinegar, broth, brown sugar, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture over the pork.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until pork is easily shredded.
  5. Remove pork, shred with forks, and return to the cooker.
  6. Serve on buns with extra sauce as desired.

Moroccan Chickpea Stew

A fragrant and filling stew packed with spices and nutrients.

Ingredients:

  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
  • 1 (14-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
  • 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable broth

Cooking method:

  1. Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker.
  2. Stir to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the squash is tender.
  4. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.

Italian Sausage and Peppers

A simple yet flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with pasta or bread.

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound Italian sausage, cut into pieces
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

  1. Place sausage, onion, and bell peppers in the slow cooker.
  2. Add crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until sausage is cooked through.
  5. Serve with pasta or on hoagie rolls.

Lemon Herb Chicken

A light and zesty dish that's easy to prepare and perfect for spring.

Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

  1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.
  5. Serve with your choice of sides.

Thai Peanut Chicken

A deliciously creamy and nutty dish with a touch of spice.

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Cooking method:

  1. Place chicken in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
  5. Serve with rice or noodles.

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

A comforting and rich soup ideal for dipping your favorite bread.

Ingredients:

  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

  1. Place tomatoes, broth, cream, and garlic in the slow cooker.
  2. Add sugar, basil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir well and cover.
  4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  5. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  6. Serve with crusty bread.

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