The possibilities that surround a slow cooker chicken dinner are endless—and we aren’t speaking metaphorically here. It never fails to surprise, impress and inspire us just how many exciting chicken recipes are out there…and how even the simplest of dinners can have the ability to feed an atmosphere of delight and conviviality.
These slow cooker chicken recipes epitomize everything that we love about chicken—fresh, simple and incredibly budget-friendly. Now we finally understand why little chickens have a habit of shouting out ‘Cheap! Cheap! Cheap!’
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1. HONEY SESAME CHICKEN
There are some recipes for which we have the assumption of being so over-the-top complicated, that we may not even indulge with a second thought. Sesame Chicken is one of those recipes. Little did we know that this recipe from The Frugal Girls contains only 5 ingredients, and can be mastered by even the most trepidatious home cook!
Super tasty and fabulously simple; this take out favorite will make your friends ask you for the name of the restaurant it came from!
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2. SLOW COOKER CREAMY CHICKEN POT PIE
When it comes to comfort, very few things beat a fabulously creamy chicken pot pie. The only deterrent from munching on this scrumptious hot pot every night is the fact that a chicken pot pie recipe can often be quite time-consuming and overly complex.
This is nowhere near the case with this delightful recipe for Creamy Chicken Pot Pie from Pillsbury. With only 7 ingredients, this wholesome dinner is sure to be a big hit with both the family and the wallet.
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3. SLOW COOKER 3 INGREDIENT BALSAMIC CHICKEN
It’s easy to be incredulous when you hear about a ‘3 ingredient’ recipe—but allow yourself to be converted by this insightful recipe for 3 Ingredient Balsamic Chicken from Little Ms. It’s the type of dinner that we can often only dream about—succulent, flavorful, bold and bright—and with only a trio of ingredients in your slow-cooker, this is sure to become a main-staple on the dinner calendar!
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4. SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN
Sweet and sour chicken is a fantastic kid-friendly meal. perfect for when you’re craving something just that little bit outside of the box. This recipe for Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken from The Frugal Girls takes relaxation in the kitchen to a whole new level. With only 5 ingredients to add to your grocery list for this tangy treat, you will no doubt be spreading the word about this ‘holy grail’ of recipes.
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5. ZESTY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN BBQ
Take a break from pulled pork with this amazing Zesty Slow Cooker Chicken BBQ recipe from All Recipes. The addition of Italian dressing in this recipe adds just the right amount of sweet, tangy goodness to make for the perfect sandwich to enjoy on a hot summer day! We suggest thawing your chicken breast before adding it to your slow cooker (this will reduce the slow cooking time by 20 minutes).
If you’re in the mood for something new—we recommend serving your pulled chicken on sourdough bread sandwiches…delicious!
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6. PESTO RANCH SLOW COOKER CHICKEN THIGHS
Chicken thighs are a great resource when it comes to picking a cheap (yet delicious) protein. This recipe for Pesto Ranch Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs from Picky Palate is the perfect balance of flavor and simplicity. Creamy ranch dressing perfectly complements the sweetness of the pesto; leaving you with a fabulous dinner that will have the kids begging for second helpings!
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There really is no need to choose between maintaining your budget and providing excellent family feasts. Share these slow cooker recipes with your friends to prove that you really can have BOTH!
There really is no need to choose between maintaining your budget and providing excellent family feasts. Share these slow cooker recipes with your friends to prove that you really can have BOTH!