Slow Cooker and Instant Pot Recipes

Main Dishes

Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken

Versatile and quick to prep, Southwest Chicken relies on pantry staples and can be served burrito bowl-style or in tacos. An ideal meal to please a variety of eaters!   Get ready for the latest edition of Fountain Avenue Kids, because Coach Suzie is in the kitchen! She’s a kid at heart, and as a…

Soups and Stews

Amish-Style Chicken Corn Soup

Brimming with chicken and vegetables, a pot of this soul-warming soup is easy to make with basic ingredients. A regional classic and a true family favorite!   (Look below the recipe card for a fun way to top this or another soup!)   The aroma of this soup takes me back to summer and the…

Salsas

Salsa Verde Chicken (Instant Pot or Slow Cooker)

Quick to prep and brimming with flavor, this endlessly versatile chicken can be served over rice, in tacos or enchiladas, and can be customized with a variety of toppings. This is on my list of easy meals that defy expectations—and we can never have too many of those!    Looks can be deceiving. Case in…

Main Dishes

Leaner Pulled Pork Barbecue

This easy-to-make recipe can be adjusted to any number of diners and offers a leaner spin on what has long been a crowd favorite. With options for homemade or store-bought BBQ sauce.   When I had my first baby, I remember struggling to get the stroller through a double set of doors, only to be…

Main Dishes

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast and Gravy

This hands-off, foolproof way to achieve tender, juicy white meat can be fully prepped the night before if desired, and there are two spectacular gravy options-or you can simply make use of the pan juices. The aroma of Thanksgiving wafting from your kitchen is an added bonus!    I created this recipe back in 2012…

Condiments

Slow Cooker Spiced Apple Butter

The heavenly aroma of sweet apples and warm spices fills your kitchen with this versatile fall favorite that can be sweetened to taste. The generous batch freezes well, and you can even bake with it!          Maybe you’ve shied away from apple butter because it seems limited to toast and plain yogurt.…

Soups and Stews

Vegan Curried Vegetable and Chickpea Stew

Choose among three cooking options when preparing this deliciously hearty, plant-based soup that satisfies even the most diehard meat eaters. The big yield is perfect for meal prep and tastes great all week long. Chickpea or garbanzo bean? Whatever you call these protein- and fiber-packed little orbs, they form the foundation of a deliciously hearty…

Soups and Stews

Split Pea Soup with Ham

Wholesome, economical pantry ingredients combine with refrigerator staples in this hearty, comforting, slow cooked soup. Makes a big batch and freezes well too.   It’s funny how tastes change.  When I was little, the color and name alone were unappealing.  Now, I consider split pea soup to be a soul-warming comfort food and one of…

Main Dishes

Pork & Sauerkraut (with lots of options)

Get ready for a New Year filled with luck and good health with this traditional dish, which can be customized in several ways to keep everyone happy!  (slow cooker and oven method)   There seem to be two distinct camps where pork and sauerkraut is concerned: those who love it and those who…well…tolerate it. Growing…

Appetizers

Sesame Soy Party Meatballs

These party-perfect meatballs are saucy, tender and bursting with irresistible Asian flavor. The bite-size option is ideal as an appetizer while the standard-size can be served over rice for a crowd-pleasing entree. Prep-ahead tips offer built-in convenience.     Reviewing a cookbook is a task I always enjoy. As I scan the pages, I can…

Side Dishes

Slow Cooker Stuffing (with oven method)

Tender stuffing with crispy edges is 100% possible in a slow cooker, freeing up precious oven space. The classic flavor is sure to please, and the optional add-ins and prep-ahead tips offer something extra for everyone. (Including gluten- and dairy-free suggestions that all will enjoy!)   As a girl, stuffing was always my favorite part…

Main Dishes

Wicked Good Chicken

This old recipe with a funny name is like a grownup version of honey mustard chicken, no mayo required. The quick-prep meal is a friend on a busy night and the leftovers can be enjoyed in so many ways.    “Wicked Good Chicken” was first published on my blog in March of 2012 – truly the early days…

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