5 Dump-and-Go Crockpot Meals for Busy Families

5 Dump-and-Go Crockpot Meals for Busy Families

Busy families do not always have time to cook complicated dinners every night. These dump-and-go crockpot meals make dinner simple, affordable, and stress-free. Just add the ingredients to your slow cooker in the morning and come home to a warm, homemade meal your family will love.

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Recipe 1 – Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes

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• 2 lbs chicken thighs

• 4 potatoes, chopped

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, sliced

• 2 cups chicken broth

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Place chicken thighs in crockpot.

2. Add potatoes, carrots, and onion.

3. Pour chicken broth over ingredients.

4. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

5. Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours.

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Recipe 2 – Crockpot Beef and Rice

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 cup uncooked rice

• 1 can diced tomatoes

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 onion chopped

Cook on LOW 6 hours.

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Recipe 3 – Crockpot BBQ Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken breasts

• 1 cup BBQ sauce

• ½ cup chicken broth

• 1 tsp garlic powder

Cook LOW 6 hours then shred.

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Recipe 4 – Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1 package smoked sausage

• 4 potatoes

• 1 onion

• 1 tsp paprika

Cook LOW 6 hours.

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Recipe 5 – Crockpot Chicken Taco Filling

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts

• 1 taco seasoning packet

• 1 cup salsa

• ½ cup water

Cook LOW 6 hours and shred.

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Simple weeknight meals do not have to be expensive or complicated. These easy crockpot dinners are perfect for busy families who want affordable meals without spending hours in the kitchen. Try one of these recipes this week and enjoy a stress-free dinner.

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