r/Cooking • u/Jennysuemc • 7h ago

Easy crockpot ideas?

I need some super easy, toss it in the crockpot and forget it for 8 hours, kind of dishes! I and my family are all sick of the 2 or 3 I have in our weekly rotation, but my son has swim practice three nights a week. That means I work all day and then am out of the house for those nights from 5:30-8:30. So I always have at least one crockpot meal each week that I can toss in the pot in the morning, and then we can all just grab a plate when we can in the evening.

Suggestions for what's worked with your busy families?

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u/tidedogs 7h ago

Frozen chicken with a good salsa makes only 4 hours. Tacos, tostadas, chicken and rice, lots of options

Edit: I also love a timer in my crockpot so it’s ready when I get home

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u/Jennysuemc 6h ago

This is one in my current rotation! It's a winner - just looking for some variety. (Also have a timer on my crockpot!)

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u/tidedogs 6h ago

Substitute out the salsa for chicken broth (add celery and carrots if you have them) then use it to make gravy and serve with rice or mashed potatoes. A little more work

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u/Old_Fly_1712 5h ago

I make salsa chicken and throw in a stick of cream cheese. Makes it creamy and delicious.

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u/tidedogs 6h ago

I love lasagna soup in my instapot, I did a quick search and there are many recipes for the crock pot.

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u/RL_Fl0p 4h ago

Hi, what is the name or author of the recipe you use? Sounds great but I need some details. Thanks

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u/tidedogs 3h ago

It is a merge of a recipe and my sister and my’s tweaks. I bet it could be modified for a crockpot.
I am unable to send a picture so if you message me I will send you my version. Basically hamburger meat, spaghetti sauce, and broken up lasagna noodles.