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A hearty and comforting chicken stew that is slowly cooked in a crockpot. It's great for busy days when you want a tasty meal ready when you get home.

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces. 3 carrots, sliced. 2 potatoes, diced. 1 onion, chopped. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes. 2 cups chicken broth. 1 tsp dried thyme. 1 tsp dried rosemary. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Chicken, potatoes, onions, carrots, and garlic should all be put in the slow cooker. Also add chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Dice the tomatoes and add their juices. Mix the ingredients together. Set the cooker to low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours. Remove the lid and cook until the chicken is done and the vegetables are soft. If you need to, change the seasonings before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 360 minutes

A comforting and hearty casserole made in the slow cooker with ground beef, pasta, tomato sauce, and cheese. Perfect for busy days when you need a delicious meal ready by dinner time.

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef. 1 small onion, chopped. 1 can 15 oz tomato sauce. 1 can 10.75 oz condensed cream of mushroom soup. 1/4 cup water. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Salt and pepper to taste. 8 oz bowtie pasta, uncooked. 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.

Instructions: In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, cream of mushroom soup, water, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. In a greased slow cooker, layer half of the meat mixture, followed by half of the uncooked pasta, and then half of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until pasta is tender. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes

This spicy and garlicky shrimp recipe is not only delicious but also paleo-friendly and ready in less than 15 minutes. It's a perfect quick and healthy meal option for busy nights.

Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tsp red pepper flakes. 2 tbsp olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Fresh parsley for garnish.

Instructions: In a big skillet set over medium-high heat, warm up the olive oil. Add the red pepper flakes and minced garlic, and saut for one to two minutes, or until fragrant. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper after adding them to the skillet. Saut them for 34 minutes on each side, or until they become opaque and pink. Add some fresh parsley as a garnish, then serve right away.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

A comforting and hearty meal, perfect for busy days. Tender chicken and vegetables simmered in a creamy broth with fluffy dumplings.

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 2 cans condensed cream of chicken soup. 1 onion, finely diced. 2 cups chicken broth. 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables. 1 teaspoon dried thyme. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough.

Instructions: In the slow cooker's bottom, put chicken breasts. Cream of chicken soup, diced onion, chicken broth, mixed vegetables, salt, and pepper should all be added. When the chicken is done, cover it and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours. Tear the biscuit dough into little chunks and add them to the slow cooker about 30 minutes before you want to serve. Gently stir the ingredients together to mix them. Put the lid back on and cook for another 30 minutes, or until the biscuit dough is fully cooked and has formed dumplings. Enjoy while hot!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 360 minutes

A comforting and flavorful white chicken chili recipe that is gluten-free and perfect for a cozy meal. This recipe can be easily prepared in either the Instant Pot or Slow Cooker, making it convenient for busy days.

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced. 1 onion, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 cans 15 oz each white beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 4 oz diced green chilies. 4 cups chicken broth. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1 teaspoon dried oregano. 1/2 teaspoon chili powder. Salt and pepper to taste. 1/2 cup dairy-free sour cream optional, for garnish. Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped optional, for garnish.

Instructions: In the Instant Pot or Slow Cooker, combine diced chicken, diced onion, minced garlic, white beans, diced green chilies, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, chili powder, salt, and pepper. For Instant Pot: Close the lid, set the valve to 'Sealing,' and cook on High Pressure for 10 minutes. Allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick-releasing any remaining pressure. For Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and flavors are blended. Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with dairy-free sour cream, if desired, and chopped cilantro leaves. Enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 Instant Pot or 240 Slow Cooker

Tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked in a homemade BBQ sauce made right in your slow cooker. Perfect for a busy day when you want a delicious, hassle-free meal!

Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. 1 cup ketchup. 1/4 cup brown sugar. 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar. 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce. 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1 teaspoon garlic powder. 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Put chicken breasts in the crock pot. Put apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, smoked garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the ketchup and mix it all together. Cover the chicken with the sauce. When the chicken is done, cover it and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or high for 2 to 3 hours. Take two forks and shred the chicken. Then, mix it with the sauce in the slow cooker. Add your favorite sides and serve hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes

This Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili recipe is great for cozy nights in and is gluten-free, dairy-free, and good for you. It has soft chicken, hearty white beans, and tasty spices that are all cooked together in a creamy broth. It's also simple to make in the slow cooker, which makes it a good choice for busy days.

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed. 2 cans 15 oz white beans, drained and rinsed. 1 can 4 oz diced green chilies. 1 onion, diced. 3 cloves garlic, minced. 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth. 1 teaspoon ground cumin. 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano. 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander. Salt and pepper to taste. Optional toppings: avocado slices, chopped cilantro, lime wedges.

Instructions: Put green chilies, onion, garlic, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, coriander, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker. Add the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and the flavors are mixed. If you want, you can serve it hot with chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime juice on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 240 minutes