Ah, the crock pot—a kitchen wizard that turns ordinary chicken into something magical. Imagine coming home to the cozy aroma of tender, juicy chicken, slowly cooked to perfection, while you’ve been out conquering the world. This collection of easy chicken recipes will have you dreaming of dinner before breakfast is even over.
Steps
- Slow Cooker Ham: Place a bone-in picnic ham in the slow cooker. Coat it with brown sugar. Let it cook until the ham is juicy and tender.
- Butter Beef: Put the beef in the slow cooker and add butter. Allow it to cook until the meat is so tender that it can be cut with a spoon. Serve with your choice of side dishes.
- Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos: Add chicken and taco seasoning to the slow cooker. Cook until the chicken is tender, then shred it with a hand mixer. Serve with taco shells and toppings of your choice.
- Crockpot Italian Chicken: Place chicken in the slow cooker and pour Italian dressing over it. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, then cook until the chicken is done. Serve with pasta or salad.
- Kalua Pig in a Slow Cooker: Place pork in the slow cooker with Hawaiian salt and liquid smoke. Cook until the meat is tender and shred with forks. Serve with rice or cabbage.
- Easy, Two-Ingredient Pulled Pork: Add pork and BBQ sauce to the slow cooker. Cook until the pork is tender enough to shred. Mix the shredded pork with the sauce and serve on buns.
- Awesome Slow Cooker Pot Roast: Place the roast in the slow cooker with beef broth and seasonings. Add vegetables like celery and carrots. Cook until the meat is tender and the flavors blend.
- Shredded Barbeque Chicken: Place chicken in the slow cooker and add BBQ sauce. Cook until the chicken is tender, then shred it. Serve on buns with coleslaw.
- Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Beer: Layer potatoes, onion, and green pepper in the slow cooker. Add kielbasa, sauerkraut, and beer. Cook until everything is heated through and flavors meld.
- Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Chops: Place pork chops in the slow cooker and cover with BBQ sauce. Cook until tender and moist. Serve with your favorite sides.
- Slow Cooker Turkey Breast: Put the turkey breast in the slow cooker and season. Cook until the turkey is moist and tender. Carve and serve with gravy.
- Awesome Roast Beef: Place roast beef in the slow cooker and add beef broth. Optionally, add a splash of brandy for flavor. Cook until the beef is tender and juicy.
- Slow Cooker Turkey Legs: Season turkey legs and place them in the slow cooker. Cook until the meat is tender and falls off the bone. Adjust salt to taste before serving.
- Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple: Place the ham in the slow cooker and add pineapple slices on top. Cook until the ham is sweet and tender. Serve with the pineapple as garnish.
Ingredients
- Slow Cooker Ham:
- Brown sugar
- Bone-in picnic ham
- Butter Beef:
- Beef roast
- Butter
- Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos:
- Chicken breasts
- Chicken Taco Seasoning
- Crockpot Italian Chicken:
- Chicken
- Italian dressing
- Parmesan cheese
- Kalua Pig in a Slow Cooker:
- Pork butt roast
- Hawaiian sea salt
- Easy, Two-Ingredient Pulled Pork:
- Pork shoulder
- BBQ sauce
- Awesome Slow Cooker Pot Roast:
- Pot roast
- Celery
- Carrots
- Shredded Barbeque Chicken:
- Chicken breasts
- Barbecue sauce
- Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Beer:
- Kielbasa sausage
- Beer
- Sauerkraut
- Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Chops:
- – Pork chops
- – BBQ sauce
- Slow Cooker Turkey Breast:
- – Turkey breast
- – Seasoning of choice
- Awesome Roast Beef:
- – Beef roast
- – Brandy (optional for gravy)
- Slow Cooker Turkey Legs:
- – Turkey legs
- – Salt
- Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple:
- – Ham
- – Pineapple
FAQ
- What are some easy slow cooker recipes that require only a few ingredients?
- You can try recipes like butter beef, pulled pork, or turkey breast, all of which need no more than three ingredients. These dishes are not only simple to prepare but also incredibly delicious.
- How do I make slow cooker ham?
- Making slow cooker ham is straightforward. You only need a bone-in picnic ham and brown sugar. Simply combine these ingredients, and your ham will turn out moist and flavorful, perfect for any holiday meal.
- Can I use a slow cooker to make chicken tacos?
- Absolutely! For slow cooker chicken tacos, use chicken taco seasoning and cook your chicken in the crockpot. A helpful tip is to use a hand mixer on low to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot with the juices for a perfect texture.
- What are some tips for making pot roast in a slow cooker?
- For a successful pot roast, consider adding some celery and carrots for extra flavor. This recipe has received rave reviews, with many praising its tender and delicious results. It’s a straightforward and reliable choice for any dinner.
- Is it possible to cook turkey in a slow cooker?
- Yes, you can cook both turkey breast and turkey legs in a slow cooker. These recipes use minimal ingredients and result in moist, tender turkey. Just be patient with the cooking time, and you’ll have a flavorful dish ready to serve.
Tips
- For the Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos, use Chicken Taco Seasoning for an extra burst of flavor and try using a hand mixer on low to effortlessly shred the chicken right in the slow cooker.
- When preparing the Easy, Two-Ingredient Pulled Pork, consider extending the cooking time by a couple of hours for extra tenderness, as long as you enjoy the flavor of the BBQ sauce you’re using.
- To enhance the flavor of the Awesome Roast Beef, try adding a splash of brandy to the gravy at the start of cooking for a richer taste.
- If making Slow Cooker Turkey Legs, don’t be afraid to adjust the seasoning to your taste. A little extra salt can enhance the flavor, ensuring the turkey is both flavorful and tender.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker / Crockpot: Essential for all the recipes listed, as they are specifically designed for slow cooking.
- Hand Mixer: Useful for shredding chicken in the Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos recipe, as mentioned by reviewer Liz.
