Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

COMMENTS:
I found this recipe (via Pinterest) from #Gimmesomeoven

INGREDIENTS:
2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup soy sauce (I use Bragg's)
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ginger
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

DIRECTIONS:
Combine all ingredients in your slow cooker, cooking 4-6 hours (depending on your appliance) until chicken shreds easily.
If you would like to add to or thicken the remaining sauce, whisk together 1/4 cup cold water with 3 tablespoons of cornstarch. Add this to the remaining sauce in a small saucepan. Allow it to boil 1-2 minutes and pour over the chicken.
We served this with rice and sprinkled the top with sesame seeds. Yum!

To freeze, just combine all ingredients in a freezer bag before cooking. When ready to serve, dump contents of bag in your slow cooker and you are good to go!

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Enchilada Tacos

COMMENTS:
Super easy freezer/crockpot meal that is great with chips, taco shells, or tortillas.

INGREDIENTS:
2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 (10oz) can enchilada sauce
1 can diced chilies

DIRECTIONS:
Combine above ingredients in freezer bag. On serving day, dump in crockpot. Allow to cook for 4-6 hours (depending on crockpot) and shred meat. Serve with chips, taco shells, or tortillas. Also, enchilada sour cream is great with this too:

8oz. sour cream
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika


SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Caesar Chicken

COMMENTS: 
From the Frugal Girls, this was super easy and my family raved about it!

INGREDIENTS:
Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
Caesar dressing (they suggested, and I used Girard's)
Freshly shredded Parmesan Cheese

DIRECTIONS:
Pour dressing over chicken in crockpot. Sprinkle with cheese. Cook 4-6 hours, or until done. Yep, it's that simple!

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken

COMMENTS:
Super easy, super delicious! I halved the sauce ingredients from the original recipe without a problem. (I did not use fresh Parmesan cheese - it would probably be even better using the fresh.) So the way I made the recipe is as follows:

INGREDIENTS:
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 stick of butter, softened
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
6 minced garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon basil

DIRECTIONS:
Cook chicken in crockpot for 3 hours; drain.
Mix together remaining ingredients and pour over the chicken 30 minutes before serving.
Allow to cook for those additional 30 minutes and enjoy!

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Candy Cane White Hot Chocolate

COMMENTS:
I decided to add something warm to our Christmas Party beverages. This was delicious! Thanks again to Pinterest for the recipe.

INGREDIENTS:
1/2 gallon whole milk
8 oz. Ghirardelli white chocolate baking bars
1/2 cup crushed candy canes
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

DIRECTIONS:
In a large crockpot, break the chocolate into small pieces and add remaining ingredients.
Cover, and cook on HIGH of 1.5 hours, stirring every 15 minutes or so.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Taco Chicken Bowls

COMMENTS:
This recipe, found at BestFoodBook was much soup-ier than I imagined. But it was still delicious! (I did adapt it a bit to tame down the spiciness.)

INGREDIENTS:
1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts
16 oz. jar salsa
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
8 oz. frozen corn
1 Tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups dry rice
8 oz. shredded cheddar

DIRECTIONS:
Add everything except the rice and cheese to the slow cooker. Stir well and cook on low for 8 hours.
Near the end of the cooking time, cook the rice according to its directions.
Serve the chicken mixture over the rice and topped with cheese.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Sweet & Spicy Chinese Chicken

COMMENTS:
The Peaceful Mom, one of the few blogs I follow, posted this recipe which we really enjoyed - especially since it's a crockpot recipe! Serve over rice with stir-fry veggies!

INGREDIENTS:
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 large bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jar apricot or peach preserves
2 Tablespoons brown mustard
2 teaspoons salt
2 Tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ginger

DIRECTIONS:
Place chicken breasts on the bottom of the slow cooker, topped with the thighs.
Mix remaining ingredients together in a small bowl; pour over chicken.
OR prepare all in a Ziploc bag to freeze and serve later.
Cook on low for 5-6 hours.


SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Crock Pot Taco Bake

COMMENTS:
Another recipe I found on Pinterest. This was a hit for everyone and the leftovers were appreciated by everyone as well! This recipe is from a "thrifty" website and so I was surprised to see the meat but now that I am copying it, I realize the original recipe only calls for 1/2 pound of ground meat. And with all of the other ingredients, the extra half pound I (mistakenly) used wouldn't be missed. I also cut down the cheese

INGREDIENTS:
1/2 pound of ground meat (I used turkey), already cooked, rinsed, and drained
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 cup cooked rice
2 Tablespoons taco seasoning
1/4 cup water
1 can of corn (or use frozen)
1 can diced tomatoes
12 oz. tortilla chips, crushed (you'll want additional for serving)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (more for serving, if desired)
1 can of beans (I used pinto but was asked to use black beans next time)
sour cream for serving, if desired
salsa for serving, if desired
guacamole of serving, if desired

DIRECTIONS:
Cook the meat; drain and rinse.
Meanwhile, boil your rice.
In the same pan you used for the meat, soften the onion and garlic, then add the meat back to the pan.
Stir in rice, taco seasoning, and water.
Stir in tomatoes.
Layer in crockpot in the following order:

• Meat mixture
• Crushed chips
• Corn
• Cheese
• Beans

Cook for a couple of hours on low.


SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

White Chicken Chili Soup

COMMENTS:
I found this recipe on Pinterest from a blog called Flourish. I adapted it slightly for what I had on hand and since most of my family prefers more mild flavors. I also made it with more chicken broth, making it more of a soup than a chili. I thought the flavor was phenomenal; my husband thought it could have used more spice... so add more/less cumin as you desire.

INGREDIENTS:
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
3 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
2 cans chicken broth
1 can white beans
1 can kidney beans
1 can corn
1 can green chilies
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper

DIRECTIONS:
Sauté onion and bell pepper in oil. Once tender add to remaining ingredients in crockpot, cooking on low for 4-6 hours.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

BBQ Spareribs

COMMENTS:
Country-style pork ribs were on sale this week (buy one package, get one free!!!) so I tried out this crockpot recipe. I have already been asked when we can have them again!

INGREDIENTS:
2 pounds country-style ribs
1 1/2 cups ketchup
1 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon ground mustard

DIRECTIONS:
In crockpot, combine all ingredients, except pork. Stir well and then add pork, smothering it with the sauce. Allow to cook all afternoon for a great dinner!

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Beef Pot Roast

COMMENTS:
"Mom, This is the BEST roast you have EVER made!"

INGREDIENTS:
sliced mushrooms
chopped green pepper
1/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons ketchup
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 pounds shoulder pot roast

DIRECTIONS:
Place all ingredients in freezer bag. Cook all day/afternoon in the crockpot.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), GF pasta, all-purpose gluten free flour (Bob's Red Mill is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Chicken Parmesan in the Crockpot

COMMENTS:
A new crockpot recipe was tried and all four of us agreed that it was delicious! We made some spaghetti to serve with it. YUM!

INGREDIENTS:
boneless, skinless, chicken breasts
1/3 cup bread crumbs
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or some sprinkles of basil, oregano, and garlic powder)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 egg, beaten
sliced Mozzarella cheese
Marinara sauce

DIRECTIONS:
Drizzle olive oil on bottom of crockpot.
Mix together bread crumbs, spices, and Parmesan cheese.
Dip chicken in egg and then in the bread crumb mixture; place in crockpot.
Place a layer of cheese on top of chicken.
Cover with sauce.
Serve over pasta.


SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Thai Pork

COMMENTS:
"Mom, will you make this again?" That's enough of a review for me!


INGREDIENTS:
2 red bell peppers, sliced
2 pounds pork tenderloin or pork chops
1/2 cup teriyaki sacue
2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic

Serve with:
1/2 cup peanut butter
peanuts

DIRECTIONS:
Mix all ingredients in freezer bag. Cook in crockpot for 4-6 hours (depending on crockpot). Ten minutes before serving you can whisk peanut butter into sauce or you can just add peanut butter to each serving, along with peanuts.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Simple Chili Mac

COMMENTS:
This will be a great meal for a chilly fall/winter day! It can be made in the crockpot at lunch time to be ready for dinner or just made quickly at dinner time.

INGREDIENTS:
1 lb. ground beef, browned
1 large can diced tomatoes
1 chili seasoning packet
pasta of any kind (the normal amount you use for your family)

DIRECTIONS:
Combine beef, tomatoes, and seasoning in pot. Leave on low in the crockpot or just heat through on the stove. Meanwhile, boil pasta. Add pasta to meat mixture immediately before serving.
Serve with shredded Cheddar and/or sour cream.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Bourbon Street Chicken

COMMENTS:
I found this recipe at onceamonthmeals.com but adapted it to be simpler and to be a crockpot meal).

INGREDIENTS:
2 pounds chicken breasts
1 teaspoon garlic
1/4 teaspoon ginger
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 Tablespoons ketchup
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup soy sauce

DIRECTIONS:
Combine all ingredients in freezer bag.
On cooking day, dump in crockpot and enjoy 4-6 hours later.
Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Honey Sesame Chicken

COMMENTS:
I made this as a freezer meal last month and finally got around to making it for dinner. It was DELICIOUS! It tasted like real Chinese take out. YUM!!! I will have to double this recipe next time!

INGREDIENTS:
1 pound chicken tenders
3 Tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup honey
2 Tablespoons sesame seeds
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 Tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 package frozen broccoli

DIRECTIONS:
Place all ingredients in freezer bag, toss to coat and freeze. When ready, place in crockpot and cook for 4-6 hours.
Serve over hot cooked rice.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Chicken Fiesta Soup

COMMENTS:
A great freezer meal for a fall/winter evening.

INGREDIENTS:
4 cups chicken cooked and shredded
15.25 ounces corn
3.75 cups enchilada sauce
8 ounces chopped green chiles
14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes drained
14.5 ounces chicken broth
1 cup yellow onion chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
Additional desired toppings such as corn chips sour cream and dairy free cheese.

DIRECTIONS:
Combine all ingredients and place in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Serve with corn chips, dairy free sour cream and dairy free cheese (if desired).
Freezing Directions:
Place chicken in a gallon size freezer bag. Combine remaining ingredients and place in freezer bag. Ensure bag is evenly mixed. Remove as much air as possible, label & seal. TO SERVE: Thaw. Place in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Serve with corn chips, dairy free sour cream and dairy free cheese (if desired).

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

Chicken Tacos

COMMENTS:
This is a quick preparation for the crockpot meal.


INGREDIENTS:
1 Envelope Taco Seasoning
6 Pieces boneless chicken breasts
1 16-ounce jar Salsa
tortillas
sour cream
shredded cheddar cheese

DIRECTIONS:
Dump everything in the crockpot; stir.
Cook for 4-6 hours.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.
 

Mongolian Beef

COMMENTS:
This was another hit from freezer to crockpot!

INGREDIENTS:
2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into stir-fry strips
1/2 teaspoon ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup soy sauce
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup sliced or shredded carrots
3 green onions, chopped

DIRECTIONS:
Coat steak pieces in cornstarch.
Add remaining ingredients to freezer bag and mix well.
To prepare, dump freezer bag contents into crockpot and allow to cook for 3-5 hours (depending on your crockpot; you be the judge).
Serve over rice.
SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

updated 10/2014

Hoisin Ginger Beef

COMMENTS:
A great freezer meal! This is one I threw in the crockpot for the family to have while I was gone. They texted me saying it was a good thing I wasn't there because they didn't save me any. And, will I make it again?

INGREDIENTS:
2 pounds sirloin steak
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 Tablespoons lime juice
1 Tablespoon honey
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 drops tabasco sauce

Serve with: rice, sesame seeds, and green onion

DIRECTIONS:
Place all ingredients (except rice, sesame seeds, and green onion) in freezer bag and freeze.
Thaw the night before in refrigerator (if you remember) and cook in crockpot for 4-8 hours (this depends on the kinds of crockpot you have).
Serve over hot cooked rice and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onion.

SPECIAL NOTE:
If I have labeled a recipe as GlutenFree or Dairy Free but it appears to have those ingredients in it... that means the recipe is still delicious with substitutes/replacements. Ex: soy milk, lactose-free cheese, Bragg's liquid aminos (for soy sauce), all-purpose gluten free flour (Better Batter is my favorite), etc. Please check your individual ingredients to be sure they are GF or DF, if that is what you need.

updated 10/2014