Easy Crockpot Dump and Go Dinners for Busy Families
These crockpot dump-and-go dinners are perfect for busy families, offering quick, effortless, and delicious meals with minimal prep time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6-8 hours and 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- Ground beef
- Pork loin
- Shrimp
- Chopped carrots
- Celery
- Onions
- Potatoes
- Bell peppers
- Diced tomatoes
- Beans
- Corn
- Cream of chicken soup
- Broth
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Italian seasoning
- Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
- Chicken stock
- Beef broth
- Tomato sauce
- Coconut milk
- Rice
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Canned biscuits
- Cheese
- Sour cream
- Fresh herbs
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables, trimming proteins, and measuring seasonings.
- Layer ingredients into the crockpot starting with vegetables, followed by protein, and finishing with liquid and seasonings.
- Drain and rinse canned goods before adding unless the recipe calls for the liquid.
- Set the crockpot to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours depending on the recipe.
- Stir gently halfway through cooking for even heat distribution (optional).
- Check protein for doneness (165°F for chicken, 145°F for pork) and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add toppings like cheese or herbs and cover for an additional 10-15 minutes to melt or infuse flavor.
- Serve hot directly from the crockpot or transfer to a serving dish.
Notes
[‘Don’t overcrowd the crockpot to ensure even cooking.’, ‘Add a splash of broth or water if the recipe seems too dry.’, ‘Searing proteins before adding to the crockpot can enhance flavor.’, ‘Avoid lifting the lid too often to maintain heat.’, ‘Cook pasta or rice separately and add during the last 30 minutes to prevent mushiness.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 25
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