Daisee68 2,493 Posted September 25, 2015 Oh my gosh this all sounds so good! I am getting out my crockpot this weekend!! Keep 'em coming! I don't have a good suggestion except I have made one similar to @@Cervidae except lots of lime juice instead of red wine vinegar. Yummy! And the broth afterwards is very good too! I didn't like mine when I made it with thighs because of the fat left in the broth, but that's just me.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LipstickLady 25,682 Posted September 25, 2015 Boneless chicken, 2-3 breasts or 4-5 thighs. 1 large can of pinto Beans can of corn can of Rotel (your choice of heat) jar of your favorite salsa Dump it all in and cook for 8-10 hours on low. Serve with sour cream, salsa and tortilla chips (for the family) If you are in a hurry, use canned chicken (rinsed) and it will cook in 4-6 hours. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanyonBaby 1,852 Posted September 25, 2015 Another device option I am just learning to use, but LOVE is my NuWave oven. It can cook FROZEN food so quickly, in about the same time as thawed food. Just made a FROZEN, 4.5lb bone-in turkey breast this weekend, only 15 minutes per pound, to juicy perfection (sounds like an advertisement, but it is TRUE!!!). I've done beef roasts, prime rib in it, as well, absolutely awesome. It is great when I forget to get the meat out of the freezer in time to thaw, because now I don't need to thaw it at all. Got it off of QVC, as well. Love my electric pressure cooker, too. For those cheaper, tougher cuts of meat (chuck roasts), you can't beat it. Divine ribs, chicken. And it is so fast. These things DO take up space, but I find them well worth the space they take, and the initial cost ($) of them, as I find I am not wasting money on poorly cooked food anymore. LOVE all of your suggestions!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mskami77 295 Posted September 25, 2015 I use my crock pot 3-4 days a week. I make everything in it! chicken, beef, turkey, pork...whatever! I don't really do recipes. I just grab Protein, veggies and flavor. Don't be a afraid to be creative with your crock pot! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mskami77 295 Posted September 25, 2015 Oh I forgot to mention beans! Beans are a wonderful addition to any dish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newmebithebypass 713 Posted September 25, 2015 I make turkey chili alot in my crock pot. 1 pound ground turkey 3 cans of Beans red kidney beans black beans and pinto beans a can of corn and 3 large tomatoes chopped and diced. Then and McCormick chili seasoning mix to taste cook on medium for 6 hours Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Brecher 10,515 Posted September 26, 2015 Inner Surfer Girl, Hey, good for you for breaking out that slow cooker! I bet a lot more of us (more than we care to admit) depend too much on others and should be cooking for ourselves a little more. Thanks for sharing your idea and starting this thread. Cervidae: sounds good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pink dahlia 2,513 Posted September 27, 2015 I finally learned to cook in the past year or 2, partly due to a small remodeled kitchen, (its clean ! And organized !), and the rest I owe to Pinterest ! ( Get on Pinterest if you can , It's my addiction ! ) Here are some favorite crockpot recipes----------Cheesy crockpot Torellini -by Belle of the Kitchen, Honey garlic crockpot meatballs by Family fresh meals, Mongolian Beef by Wanna bite, Crockpot ribs with Coco cola (my favorite) and hubbys favorite, Stuffed crockpot peppers by Recipe Critic. Enjoy ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanessaVSGforme 276 Posted September 27, 2015 Keep these crock pot recipes coming!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbfn 67 Posted September 27, 2015 My old Crockpot slow cooker finally stopped working about two years ago after nearly 28 years of faithful service! It was my first "grown-up" purchase after moving out of my parent's house at the age of 19. I bought a 3-in-1 to replace it, and I love the thing. The slow cooker has always had a lot of use with me: through winter for making Soups, but year-round also for stews, braises, casseroles etc. I tend to just make it up as I go along, so don't really have any recipes...just chuck in whatever is in the fridge and hope for the best! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mskami77 295 Posted September 27, 2015 My old Crockpot slow cooker finally stopped working about two years ago after nearly 28 years of faithful service! It was my first "grown-up" purchase after moving out of my parent's house at the age of 19. I bought a 3-in-1 to replace it, and I love the thing. The slow cooker has always had a lot of use with me: through winter for making Soups, but year-round also for stews, braises, casseroles etc. I tend to just make it up as I go along, so don't really have any recipes...just chuck in whatever is in the fridge and hope for the best! I'm the same way. I've never really used recipes just use what I have to make a delicious meal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Radar 204 Posted September 27, 2015 I am a HUGE slow cooker fan, and I've got TONS of recipes including many for diabetics which would suit those of us who are post-op very well. I can post some if you tell me what you're interested in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanessaVSGforme 276 Posted September 27, 2015 I am a HUGE slow cooker fan, and I've got TONS of recipes including many for diabetics which would suit those of us who are post-op very well. I can post some if you tell me what you're interested in. I love chicken breast!! Not a big red meat fan...occasional pot roast is tasty but I'd love some chicken recipes! Thank you so much!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Radar 204 Posted September 27, 2015 I have soooo many chicken recipes. I'll name some and you can tell me what sounds interesting to you. Creamy Nutmeg chicken Maui Chicken California Chicken Dad's Spicy Chicken Curry Chicken and Rice Casserole Scalloped Chicken Chicken in Mushroom Gravy Mushroom Chicken in Sour Cream Sauce Chicken Azteca Tex-Mex Chicken and Rice Savory Slow-Cooker Chicken Frances' Roast Chicken Chicken in wine Chicken and Vegetables Autumn Chicken and veggies Orange Chicken Leg Quarters Coq au Vin Braised Chicken with Summer Tomatoes Chicken Cacciatore Chicken and Sausage Cacciatore Lemon Garlic Chicken Chicken Cordon Bleu Chicken and Seafood Gumbo BBQ Chicken Szechuan Style Chicken and Broccoli Chicken Casablanca Greek Chicken Chicken Creole Mulligan Stew Chicken Stew with Dumplings Chicken and Stuffing Creamy Pesto And Sun Dried Tomato Chicken Also, here's a bunch of chicken recipes at the Crock Pot's own website... http://www.crock-pot.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-crock-pot-Site/default/Recipes-Search?q=Chicken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites