Chicken and Squash Stew Crockpot Recipe

Chicken and Squash Stew Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 large onion, cut into 8 wedges
* 1/2 lb. red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
* 1/2 cup of low-sodium chicken broth
* 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
* 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
* 2 lbs. of boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2-inch chunks
* 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, and cut into 2-inch chunks or 1 package of precut (20 oz.)
* 2 large zucchini, cut into 2-inch chunks
* 2 cups of cooked pearled couscous

Preparation steps:

* Arrange onion and potatoes into crockpot. Pour broth over vegetables and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of the rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon of the thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
* Lay chicken over vegetables. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon of rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours.
* Stir butternut squash and zucchini into the hot mixture, then cover and cook for 1 hour longer.
* Divide couscous evenly among 6 bowls, and ladle hot stew on top.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Roasted Garlic Vegetable Soup Crockpot Recipe

Roasted Garlic Vegetable Soup Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 head of garlic, unpeeled
* 1 tablespoon of olive oil
* 1 large yellow onion, chopped
* 4 cups of reduced sodium chicken broth
* 1 1/2 cups of diced peeled russet potatoes
* 2 cups of thinly sliced carrots
* 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh rosemary
* 1 large bunch Swiss chard, stemmed and leaves chopped (about 8 cups)
* 1 can of cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (15 oz.)
* 4 teaspoons of dried basil

Preparation steps:

* Heat oven to 425 degrees.
* Slice off top third of garlic and discard. Wrap garlic in foil and roast for 40 minutes. Let cool. Unwrap and squeeze roasted garlic into bowl. Set aside. Discard skin.
* Heat oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until translucent (about 5 minutes).
* Transfer to crockpot. Add the next 6 ingredients and 2/3 of the reserved roast garlic (chill remaining garlic).
* Cover and cook 4 to 6 hours on low. Add basil and season to taste.
* Spread remaining garlic on crusty bread and serve with soup.

Enjoy
(Serves 8)

Four Cheese Macaroni Crockpot Recipe

Four Cheese Macaroni Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 tablespoons of olive oil
* 3 cups of elbow macaroni
* 1 cup of minced onion
* 2 cloves of garlic, minced
* 1/3 cup of all purpose flour
* 3 cups of milk (low fat)
* 3/4 cup of low fat cottage cheese
* 1/2 cup of shredded low-fat extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
* 1/2 cup of part-skim mozzarella cheese
* 1/3 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
* 1/2 cup of bread crumbs, toasted
* Salt and pepper

Preparation steps:

* Coat inside of crockpot with oil
* Cook macaroni in large pot of boiling water. Drain well. Combine in crockpot with onion and garlic.
* Combine flour, milk, and cottage cheese in blender. Process until smooth. Add mixture to crockpot and stir to blend.
* Add Cheddar, mozzarella, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Stir to combine.
* Cover and cook on low for 2 1/2 hours.
* Mix bread crumbs and remaining Parmesan in small bowl. Sprinkle mixture over macaroni.

Serve and enjoy
(Serves 8)

Tex Mex Chicken Rollups Crockpot Recipe

Tex Mex Chicken Rollups Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 6 boneless, skinless, chicken breast halves (about 1 1/2 lbs.)
* 6 oz. of Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 2-inch long, 1/2-inch thick sticks
* 4 cans of chopped green chilies, drained (4-oz cans)
* 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour
* 1/2 cup of butter, melted
* 1/2 cup of dry bread crumbs
* 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
* 1 tablespoon of chili powder
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
* A little cayenne pepper, optional

Preparation steps:

* Place chicken on a cutting board. Cover with plastic wrap and flatten each to 1/8-inch thickness using a mallet.
* Place a cheese stick in middle of each and top with a mound of chilies. Roll up and tuck in ends. Secure with a toothpick. Set aside.
* Place flour in a shallow dish and melted butter in another. In another dish, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, chili powder, salt, cumin, and cayenne, if desired.
* Dip each chicken roll in flour, butter, and crumb mixture. Place seam-side down in a single layer in greased crockpot.
* Cover and cook on low for 4 1/2 hours.
* Preheat broiler
* Transfer chicken to a rimmed baking sheet. Place under broiler until crumbs are crispy and lightly browned. Remove toothpicks before serving.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Turkey with Vegetables Dinner Crockpot Recipe

Turkey with Vegetables Dinner Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 onion, diced
* 6 small red potatoes, quartered
* 2 cups of sliced carrots
* 1 cup of sliced mushrooms
* 2 lbs. boneless, skinless turkey thighs, cut into 4 to 6 pieces
* 1/4 cup of flour
* 1 envelope of dry onion soup mix
* 1/2 teaspoon of dried sage
* 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
* 1 can of cream of mushroom soup (10 3/4 oz.)
* 2/3 cup of chicken broth
* Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish, if desired

Preparation steps:

* Place first 4 ingredients in bottom of crockpot. Place turkey over vegetables.
* Combine flour and remaining ingredients in a bowl. Pour over the turkey.
* Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
* Garnish, if desired.

Serve with some nice hot biscuits and enjoy :-)
(Serves 4 to 6)

Cornish Game Hens with Bacon and Potatoes Crockpot Recipe

Cornish Game Hens with Bacon and Potatoes Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 cornish game hens
* 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
* 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 2 garlic cloves, peeled
* 2 carrots, scrubbed and cut in chunks
* 1 1/2 cups small new potatoes, scrubbed and dried
* 4 slices of bacon

Preparation steps:

* Rub hens inside and out with thyme, rosemary, and salt. Place a garlic clove in the cavity of each hen.
* Arrange carrots and potatoes in crockpot. Lay hens on vegetables. Lay bacon across hens, tucking ends under.
* Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or until legs move easily when pulled on or twisted.
* Before serving, place hens on a baking sheet and broil 1 to 2 minutes to crisp bacon.

Enjoy
(Serves 4)

Zesty Bean Dip Crockpot Recipe

Zesty Bean Dip Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained (15 1/2 oz.)
* 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
* 2 tablespoons of butter, at room temperature
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 2 green onions, chopped
* 1 package of cream cheese, at room temperature (8-oz)
* 1 jar of salsa, divided (12-oz)
* 1/2 cup of chopped tomato
* 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation steps:

* Place first 4 ingredients into crockpot. With a potato masher, mash together until mostly uniformed and mixed. Pat bean mixture in bottom of crockpot. Sprinkle with onions.
* Beat cream cheese in a bowl. Add 2/3 cup of salsa and beat again. Dollop cream cheese mixture evenly over onions. Spread gently to cover.
* Cover and cook on low for 3 1/2 hours or on high for 1 1/2 hours until heated and bubbly.
* Spread remaining salsa over hot dip and sprinkle with chopped tomato and cilantro.

Serve dip with tortilla chips and enjoy.
(Serves 10 to 12)