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What Can You Do with a Whole Chicken and A Slow Cooker? A Lot Actually…
When money is tight or you’re just in the mood to cook something you can then turn into a few different meals for the upcoming week, look no further than a whole chicken and your crockpot. Chicken is such a versatile meat. Once it’s cooked, it’s easy to add it to sauces, casseroles, salads… you name it. And it all starts with nothing more than a whole chicken from the grocery store. The Whole Chicken and the Slow Cooker Get out your slow cooker and look around for some veggie scraps, onions, carrots, or the like. It doesn’t take much. You can even use some frozen onions and peppers from…
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The 4-Quart 360 Cookware ID004-GC Gourmet Slow Cooker
Price Point: High-end Indoor slow cookers have been with us since 1970 when the Rival Crock-Pot debuted. In the mid-70s, the popularity of slow cookers exploded as women began to enter the workforce. Promoting easy cleanup and one pot, all-day cooking, most models were very basic. Introduction However, over time more advanced models like the have emerged. With the ability to cook without water or oil and also offering wonderful energy-saving benefits, this gourmet slow cooker by 360 Cookware has earned a great 4.3 out of 5.0-star rating on Amazon by customers who have purchased it. Features Since you don’t need to use oil when cooking with this model, you…
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Slow Cooker Month: Chicken Chili
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. One of the benefits of the slow cooker is the ability to dump your ingredients and go. This recipe lends itself perfectly to that strategy. You can cut the chicken up into bite-sized pieces before cooking or you can shred the chicken after the chili is done. You can also meal prep this for someone else to dump into the slow cooker. Put the ingredients into a…
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Slow Cooker Month: Beef Stroganoff With A Twist
Beef stroganoff is a common dinner staple in many homes. My mother rarely ever made it from scratch. I bet if she had had this recipe, she might have made it more often! Traditionally, this dish is served over egg noodles. But with the growing popularity of veggie noodles, it’s a great way to make this dish lighter for the warmer months! Check it out! Oh — intentional leftovers! As I mentioned in my email, this is an opportunity to make use of the concept of intentional leftovers. These are also known by other names — nextovers, etc. You make extra with a plan to use them the next day…
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Slow Cooker Month: Do You Want Some Chicken?
Chicken, chicken, chicken… It’s an all-time favorite all-year-round! It’s the one thing everyone in my family will eat without too much ado! I am sure many other families are similar. Far be it from me to disappoint! Besides, you may think of fall when you hear pot roast, but using a chicken and some tasty herbs turns this into a dish that works well for spring and summer too. Use some of the leftovers to make soup the next day, or turn the leftover chicken into chicken salad. If you want the recipes from this month in your mailbox, sign up here: Slow Cooker Challenge
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Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 6-Quart Slow Cooker Review
Price Point: Low-end Presented in Silver, the Hamilton Beach Stay or Go 6-Quart Slow Cooker is very aptly named. With features that allow you to cook at home and transport meals without mess – or do all your cooking on the go – this budget-priced, large-capacity slow cooker is an attractive option for every budget. Introduction Full-grip, no-heat handles make transportation very easy. Multiple heat settings allow you to cook and warm a wide variety of dishes. Hamilton Beach has been known for years for creating affordable and functional items for your kitchen. This is just one more quality product that won’t break the bank. Features As with most slow…
