What is Buffalo Chicken Dip?

This game day and super bowl party staple is a creamy mixture of cream cheese, ranch dressing, shredded chicken, buffalo hot sauce, green onions and cheese. It is basically the dip version of buffalo chicken wings. Crockpot buffalo chicken dip pairs well with corn chips, crackers, toasted white bread and fresh veggie sticks.

Why You’ll Love This

Notable: creamy and spicy chicken dip that can be served as an appetizer or party food, all the flavor of buffalo chicken wings without the mess

Main Ingredients: cream cheese, cheddar cheese, spicy buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, chicken breasts, green onions, blue cheese crumbles (optional)

Cooking Method: Crockpot (slow cooker)

Cooking Time: prep time 10 minutes, cook time 90 minutes

Pairs well with: tortilla chips, pita chips, toasted white bread, bell peppers, celery sticks, carrot sticks

Diets: keto friendly, gluten free

Special Equipment Needed: slow cooker, cooking spoon or spatula

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this buffalo chicken dip crockpot recipe, try our Easy Homemade Ranch Dip Recipe. You’ll love it because this cool, creamy and zingy dip pairs perfectly with spicy chicken dip.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook the best buffalo chicken dip in the slow cooker, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

COOK: Cook on high heat for 1-2 hours, or until heated through.  Afterwards stir well before topping with the remaining cheese. Put the lid back on the pot, then cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is fully melted.

ADD CHEESE AND SERVE: Finally, garnish with blue cheese crumbles and green onions.  Then serve with chips, toasted baguette, or raw vegetables.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love spicy chicken appetizers then you’ll love our Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Wings. Bursting with flavor, these spicy chicken wings are not only a perfect appetizer but can also be served as a great weeknight meal.

Make Ahead

You can assemble this crockpot hot dip recipe up to 2 days ahead of time. Make sure to cover tightly with cling wrap and keep in the refrigerator until ready to cook.

Oven Baked Buffalo Wings Dip

You can also cook this perfect appetizer in the oven if you prefer. Blend all the dip ingredients in a mixing bowl and then transfer the dip to a shallow baking dish. Make sure to soften the cream cheese first, in order for it to blend properly with the other ingredients. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top and bake for 25-30 minutes at 375ºF. Top with blue cheese crumbles if desired and serve.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftover dip in an airtight container, ziploc bag, or bowl covered in plastic wrap or aluminum foil in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Transfer your leftover slow cooker buffalo chicken dip to a freezer-safe container or ziploc freezer bag and then freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to thaw easy crockpot buffalo chicken dip leftovers is overnight in the fridge.

How To Reheat

Reheat buffalo chicken wings dip leftovers in a microwave safe dish in the microwave or in a baking dish in the oven, until heated through and bubbly.

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Buffalo Chicken Dip Crockpot Recipe

Creamy mix of cheese, chicken and hot sauce, that makes the perfect game day party snack. This buffalo chicken dip can be cooked and kept warm in a slow cooker.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, keto

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword buffalo chicken dip in the slow cooker, crockpot buffalo chicken dip, spicy chicken dip, superbowl buffalo chicken dip recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutes

Servings 14 servings

Calories 280kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• slow cooker
• cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese cut into pieces
• 3 cups cheddar cheese grated and divided
• ¾ cup buffalo sauce
• 1 cup ranch dressing
• 3 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
• ½ cup green onions chopped
• blue cheese crumbles optional

Instructions

• In the bowl of a crockpot, combine cream cheese, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and the chicken breast.
  
• Stir ingredients together until well blended.
  
• Cook on high heat for 60-90 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
  
• After a good stir, top with remaining cheddar cheese and put the lid back on the pot.  Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is fully melted.
  
• Finally, garnish with blue cheese crumbles and green onions.  Serve with chips, toasted baguette, or raw vegetables.
  

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

• Fresh chopped vegetables: cut up carrots, bell peppers or celery
• Chips: tortilla chips or pita chips
• Bread: crusty bread, baguette 

Tips

• For best results use freshly cooked chicken breast.
• Grate your own cheese. Pre-grated cheese contains additives and therefore does not provide the same amazing flavor as freshly grated cheese.
• Taste your dip mixture before cooking, to adjust spiciness. Add more hot sauce for a spicier version, or dial down the heat by adding some sour cream, mayonnaise or more ranch dressing.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 781mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 509IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 199mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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If you are ever in need of an easy and flavorful dip for a party, keep our recipe for cheesy Rotel dip with sausage at hand. This absolute crowd pleaser only requires 3 ingredients and cooks up on the stovetop in a record 15 minutes! This creamy sausage dip is a scrumptious combination of melty Velveeta cheese, Rotel tomatoes and sausage, and can be served with your choice of tortilla chips, crusty bread or vegetables. Stovetop and crockpot rotel dip instructions included below.

Spicy Rotel sausage dip can easily be kept warm in a crock pot and therefore wow guests throughout a party, tailgate or potluck.

WHAT IS ROTEL DIP?

Sausage Rotel dip is a super easy dip that only requires 3 ingredients. The star of the show is melted Velveeta, which is a processed cheese. It is flavored with cooked sausage and Rotel. Rotel is a mixture of petit diced tomatoes and green chilies with some added spices. Rotel tomatoes are almost salsa like and add incredible flavor to this dip.

Why You’ll Love This

• Notable: You only need 3 ingredients to make this crowd pleasing, flavor bursting, low carb dip
• Main Ingredients: ground pork sausage, Velveeta cheese, Ro-tel tomatoes
• Cooking Method: Crockpot, stovetop
• Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time, 10 minutes cook time
• Pairs well with: tortilla chips, pita chips, bagel chips, crackers, pretzels or fresh vegetables
• Diets: gluten free
• Special Equipment Needed: knife and cutting board, large skillet, cooking spatula, slow cooker (optional)

Ingredients

You may have all of these ingredients for this easy sausage dip recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this crowd favorite queso salsa dip you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients.

Rotel Dip with Sausage Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork sausage
• 16 oz Velveeta cheese (cubed)
• 10 oz can of Ro-tel tomatoes

Variations and Substitutions

Sausage: Use hot or mild sausage for this recipe. Italian sausage is another great option. You can also substitute ground beef or ground turkey for sausage if you like less spice.

Less Spicy: You can easily dial down the heat in your dip by substituting ground beef for spicy sausage. Adding a little bit of cream cheese or sour cream to the dip is another easy way to help cooling it down for those who don’t like a spicy dip.

More of a Spicy Kick: On the other hand you can also add some more heat to your dip by adding some chopped jalapeños, chili powder or even a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Add Spices: Increase flavor by adding some onion or garlic powder to taste. Additionally, you can try adding some taco seasoning.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this yummy sausage recipe, try our Air Fryer Cooked Sausages. The air fryer cooking method is one of the easiest ways to make a perfectly brown, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside sausage link.

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Crockpot — This recipe requires a slow cooker. We use a 6 qt. basic Crockpot brand slow cooker. It works wonderfully. If you’re planning to take your Crockpot to potlucks you’ll want to check out this one that has a locking lid. A slow cooker has an inner pot called the crock. Neither the crock nor the lid are oven safe on most machines. Do not put them in the oven.

Skillet — A cast iron skillet works best for this recipe, because it retains heat for a long time. It therefore keeps the dip warm and gooey till it’s all eaten up. However, any oven safe pan will work.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook spicy Rotel dip on the stovetop, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

PREPARE INGREDIENTS: Chop cheese and open Rotel dip before beginning.

COOK SAUSAGE: Afterwards, brown sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. When sausage is cooked through, drain excess grease.

MELT CHEESE: Add cheese and the entire contents of a Rotel can to the pan and stir until melted.

SERVE: When cheese is melted, remove from heat and serve while warm. In case you want to keep it warm for a party, fill the dip into a small crock pot turned to low.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love the yummy combination of cheese and sausage then you’ll love our Sausage Breakfast Pizza. It is the perfect weekend brunch recipe. Made with pizza dough, your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, sausage, egg and with some spices to really bring the flavors together!

How To Make Rotel Dip In The Crockpot

• Cook sausage in a skillet on the stove. Drain grease.

• Add cooked sausage, cheese cubes and whole can of Rotel to slow cooker.

• Cook on low, stirring occasionally. Keep dip in the crock pot while serving to keep the dip warm.

Stef says….

While this scrumptious salsa cheese dip is one of my absolute favorites for game nights or a tailgate party, I also can’t get enough of my Buffalo Chicken Dip. It is creamy, cheesy, and spicy and EVERYTHING you never knew you needed.

Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best sausage Rotel dip.

• Tip: Use high quality meat. To make this sausage queso dip less greasy use sausage or ground beef with a lower fat content.
• Tip: Cut Velveeta into small cubes. The smaller the cubes are, the faster they will melt.
• Tip: Use all the Rotel contents. For best results, add all the tomatoes, chilis and juices from the Rotel can to your dip.
• Keep the dip warm. Pour the dip into a crock pot or fondue pot to keep it warm while serving.

What To Serve With Rotel Dip With Sausage

All different styles of tortilla chips, pita chips, bagel chips, crackers, pretzels or fresh vegetables are great options to serve with this dip.

You can also serve this amazing dip with different types of crusty bread, such as baguette, ciabatta, bread sticks or pizza bread. 

Rotel sausage dip is also a great way to use up stale white bread. Simple cut the bread in slices and toast them in the oven until golden brown and crispy.

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How To Store

Refrigerate: We recommend eating salsa cheese dip immediately while warm. You can store cooled Rotel dip leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this great dip.

How To Reheat

You can reheat dip leftovers over low heat on the stovetop or in the crockpot. Make sure you stir the dip often until it is hot and the cheese completely melted again.

Common Questions

Can I make original Rotel dip ahead of time?

Sure can! There are two options to make this dip ahead of time. First, you can prepare the whole dip as described and reheat it whenever you are ready to serve. Or you can brown the meat and cube the Velveeta ahead of time, and cook the dip as soon as your guests arrive. It cooks up in only 10 minutes.

Is it possible to make this dip in the slow cooker?

Yes, Rotel dip can also be cooked in the crock pot. However, you still have to brown the sausage in a skillet first. Then add the browned sausage and all the ingredients to a slow cooker on low and cook for about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.

When can I serve this sausage Rotel dip?

This easy dip recipe makes one of the best party dips ever. It can therefore be served on many occasions. We love making it for a big game during football season, a super bowl party, movie night or even baby showers. Moreover, it could be an easy appetizer with drinks for a dinner party. No matter on what occasion you serve this scrumptious dip, it will always be the hit of the party.

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Rotel Dip with Sausage Recipe

You only need 3 ingredients to make this super easy, cheesy and absolutely delicious dip. Rotel dip with sausage will disappear in no time at your next party!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword rotel dip, rotel sausage dip, salsa cheese dip, sausage rotel dip, spicy rotel dip

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 8 servings

Calories 304kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• large skillet
• cooking spatula
• knife and cutting board

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork sausage
• 16 oz Velveeta cubed
• 10 oz Rotel

Instructions

• Brown the ground pork sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Break the sausage up into small pieces while cooking. Cook until sausage is cooked all the way through, 165ºF.
  
• Remove excess grease from the pan.
• Add the cubed Velveeta and Rotel to the pan. Include the Rotel juices.
  
• Over medium heat, cook until the cheese is melted and all ingredients are combined.
  
• Serve while warm.
  

Notes

Recipe Notes:

• Try keeping your Rotel dip warm if you’re having a party by putting it into the slow cooker on low.
• You can substitute ground beef for sausage if you want less spice.
• Let cool then cover and store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat on the stove or in the crockpot.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, over nachos or with crusty bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 1263mg | Potassium: 403mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 641IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 342mg | Iron: 1mg

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Why You’ll Love This

• Notable: incredibly tender and juicy slow cooker sirloin tip roast with flavorful gravy and potatoes and carrots cooked to perfection
• Main Ingredients: red potatoes, carrots, onion, olive oil, tri-tip roast, canola oil, beef broth, garlic, Worchestershire sauce, cornstarch and spices
• Cooking Method: Crockpot
• Nutrients: amazing source of protein with 53g per serving
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes of prep time, 2.5-8 hours cook time
• Pairs well with: crusty bread, salad, broccoli, green beans, cauliflower or Brussels sprouts
• Diets: gluten free, dairy free
• Special Equipment Needed: slow cooker, small bowl, large skillet, wooden spoon, strainer, knife and cutting board, instant read thermometer

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: For a fun twist on a traditional roast, try Stef’s Mississippi Pot Roast. By adding some ranch dressing mix and pepperoncinis, this juicy roast is simply bursting with flavor.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook tri-tip roast with vegetables in the slow cooker, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

SEASON AND SEAR MEAT: Make the tri-tip rub by combining the dried thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Then rub it into the whole roast. Afterwards, heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Quick sear the roast for 2 minutes on all sides. Then place the roast on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.

PREPARE COOKING JUICES: Add the minced garlic to the skillet, then pour in ½ cup of broth and scrape the browned bits off the bottom with a wooden spoon. Stir in the remaining broth, as well as the spices and Worcestershire sauce. Then bring to a simmer, before pouring over the roast in the slow cooker.

SLOW COOK: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 2.5 hours. Remove from the crockpot when potatoes and carrots are fork tender. See notes for internal temperature suggestions for the roast.

OPTIONAL GRAVY: After removing the roast, potatoes and carrots to a platter, place a fine mesh strainer over a sauce pot. Then pour the juices from the crockpot into the strainer and discard leftovers from the strainer. Heat the cooking liquid over medium high heat on the stove. Make a cornstarch slurry. When juices are simmering, slowly whisk in the slurry to make a gravy and cook for 3-5 minutes until thickened.

FINISH: Finally slice tri-tip and pour gravy over the top of the vegetables and serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love tender beef with flavorful gravy then you’ll love our Instant Pot Beef Tips. The beef in this comfort food dinner falls apart in your mouth and the rich brown gravy with mushrooms and onions is the perfect pairing.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Additionally, you can cover plated leftovers with plastic wrap, cling wrap or aluminum foil, for example. Put uneaten crockpot tri-tip roast with vegetables into the fridge no later than 2 hours after cooking.

Freeze: After the slow cooker roast and vegetables have cooled completely, transfer leftovers to a freezer-safe container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: The best way to thaw leftover tri tip roast with vegetables is overnight in the refrigerator.

How To Reheat

Reheat tri tip roast leftovers in the microwave.

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Slow Cooker Tri-Tip Roast Recipe With Vegetables

Incredibly tender meat with flavorful gravy and perfectly cooked potatoes and carrots. A perfect Sunday roast the entire family will love.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American, Italian

Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose

Keyword crockpot tri tip roast recipe, slow cooker tri tip roast recipe, slow cooker tri tip roast with vegetables, tri tip roast in the crockpot

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 8 hours hours

Total Time 8 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 679kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• crockpot
• large skillet
• wooden spoon
• strainer
• meat thermometer

Ingredients

Vegetable Ingredients

• 1½ lbs baby red potatoes cut in half
• 4 large carrots peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 large onion cut into chunks
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon salt

Tri-Tip Roast Ingredients

• 2 lbs tri-tip roast
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoon canola oil or other high heat oil

Sauce Ingredients

• 2 cups beef broth
• 4 cloves of garlic minced
• 2 tablespoon dried onion flakes
• ¼ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• ⅛ teaspoon paprika
• ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Optional Slurry

• 2 tablespoon water
• 2 tbsp cornstarch

Instructions

• In a large slow cooker, arrange the potatoes, carrots, and onion. Drizzle the vegetables with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with the Italian seasoning and 1 teaspoon salt. Gently toss to coat.
  
• Make the tri-tip rub in a small bowl. Combine the dried thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper.
  
• Then rub it into the tri-tip roast.
  
• Afterwards, heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a large cast-iron skillet set over medium-high heat. Sear the roast for 2 minutes on all sides.
  
• Place the roast on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
  
• Add the minced garlic to the skillet, then pour in ½ cup of broth and scrape the browned bits off the bottom with a wooden spoon. Stir in the remaining broth, as well as the onion flakes, dried parsley, celery seed, paprika, pepper and Worcestershire sauce.
  
• First bring to a simmer, then pour over the roast in the slow cooker.
  
• Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 2.5 hours. Remove from the crockpot when potatoes and carrots are fork tender. See notes for internal temperature suggestions.
• Remove the roast, potatoes and carrots to a platter.
  
• Optional: Make a gravy. Place a fine mesh strainer over a sauce pot. Pour the juices from the crockpot into the strainer. Discard spices leftover in the strainer. Heat the saucepan with the juices over medium high heat on the stove. Make a cornstarch slurry. Mix together 2 tablespoons of water and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. When juices are simmering, slowly whisk in the slurry to make a gravy. Cook for 3-5 minutes until gravy is thickened.
• Slice tri-tip and pour gravy over the top of the vegetables and serve.
  

Notes

• Potatoes and carrots will take longer to cook than the tri-tip if they are too large.
• Due to the nature of this cut, the tri-tip temp, when cooked, is similar to that of a steak. Cook to 130 to 135 °F for medium rare, 135 to 145 °F for medium, 145°F to 155°F for medium well.
• Slice a tri tip against the grain.
• Tri tip is great for making sandwiches because you can get nice slices of meat.

Serving

Serve with a side salad, crusty bread, broccoli, green beans, cauliflower or brussels sprouts

Nutrition

Calories: 679kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 1861mg | Potassium: 1907mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 10236IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 143mg | Iron: 6mg

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What is Slow Cooker Ham and Beans?

This delicious crockpot ham and bean soup recipe combines chicken broth with beans, carrots, celery and diced ham for a flavorful soup that everyone loves. The addition of rosemary, thyme and a hint of garlic make this ham and bean recipe especially irresistible.

Why You’ll Love This

• Notable: flavorful soup full of tender ham, beans and vegetables that makes a perfect weeknight dinner
• Main Ingredients: chicken broth, Great Northern beans, carrots, celery, yellow onion, garlic, ham and spices
• Cooking Method: Crockpot
• Nutrients: low in carbohydrates, high in fiber and protein
• Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time, 6 hours cooking time
• Pairs well with: crusty bread, cornbread, garlic bread
• Diets: gluten free, dairy free
• Special Equipment Needed: slow cooker, knife and cutting board, ladle

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love this ham and bean recipe, try our Easy Chili. You’ll love it because this is a hearty ground beef chili with beans and tomatoes and just the right amount of spice.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook ham and beans soup in the slow cooker, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

COOK: Then, cover and cook on high until the beans are tender, about 6-8 hours.

FINISH: Remove the lid and discard the bay leaf. Afterward let the ham bone cool for a moment. Once cool enough to handle, dice any ham meat and stir it into the bean soup.

SERVE: Finally, season soup with additional salt and pepper, to taste. Then ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love scrumptious meat and bean dinners then you’ll love our Frito Pie With Ground Beef. This yummy, quick and easy comfort food combines perfectly seasoned beef and beans with melty cheese and crispy Frito chips.

Make Ahead

You can in fact make this soup up to 3 days ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to develop and blend even better so the soup might actually taste better the next day. Store it in the refrigerator until ready to use. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Let soup cool completely. Then store leftover ham and beans in an airtight container or ziploc bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Store ham and bean soup leftovers in an airtight, freezer safe container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to defrost your crockpot ham and bean soup is in the refrigerator overnight.

How To Reheat

You can reheat this delicious soup in the microwave or on the stovetop.

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Crockpot Ham and Bean Soup Recipe

Amazingly flavorful soup loaded with chopped ham, white beans and vegetables. It's an ultimate comfort food that the whole family will love.

Course Main Dish, soup

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free, Low Lactose

Keyword crockpot ham and bean soup recipe, crockpot ham and beans, ham and bean soup in the crockpot, slow cooker ham and beans, slow cooker ham and beans soup

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 6 hours hours

Total Time 6 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings 6 servings

Calories 294kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• crockpot
• knife and cutting board
• ladle

Ingredients

• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 lb dried Great Northern beans rinsed
• 3 large carrots diced
• 3 celery stalks diced
• 1 small yellow onion minced
• 4 cloves garlic minced, 4 teaspoons
• ½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 large meaty ham bone 3-5 pounds

Optional Garnish:

• fresh parsley

Instructions

• In a large crockpot, layer broth, beans, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
  
• Submerge the ham bone in the broth and beans. Cover and cook on high until the beans are tender, about 6-8 hours.
  
• Remove the lid and discard the bay leaf. Remove ham bone and let sit until cool for a moment.
  
• Once cool enough to handle, dice any ham meat and stir it into the bean soup.
  
• Season soup with additional salt and pepper, to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 906mg | Potassium: 1232mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5115IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 163mg | Iron: 5mg

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What is Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta?

This viral TikTok chicken pasta dish is a combination of fork tender and juicy chicken with a creamy white sauce made from Italian dressing, chicken broth, parmesan and cream cheese. It is cooked to perfection in the slow cooker and then mixed with al dente pasta.

Why You’ll Love This

• Notable: perfectly cooked pasta with creamy, cheesy white sauce and tender chicken
• Main Ingredients: Olive Garden Italian dressing, chicken broth, parmesan cheese, black pepper, cream cheese, chicken breast, pasta
• Cooking Method: Crockpot
• Nutrients: great source of protein with 39g per serving
• Cooking Time: prep time 5 minutes, cooking time 3-8 hours
• Pairs well with: Italian Salad, Caprese Salad, crispy Garlic Bread
• Special Equipment Needed: slow cooker, instant read thermometer

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you loved this Italian dressing chicken pasta recipe, try our Easy Dump and Bake Meatball Pasta Casserole. You’ll love it because it is a quick and delicious one dish meal that the whole family will enjoy.

Instructions

This section shows how to cook Olive Garden chicken pasta in the slow cooker, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below.

FINISH THE SAUCE: The chicken is done when an instant-read meat thermometer inserted at the thickest part reads an internal temperature of 165°F. Afterwards shred chicken with two forks or a meat shredder. Combine chicken, dressing, and cream cheese well. Let the chicken sit in the sauce for 10 minutes to absorb the flavor.

TOSS WITH PASTA AND SERVE: Finally, add the cooked pasta to the slow cooker. Toss to combine. Sprinkle with parsley and parmesan cheese before serving.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love easy and healthy pasta dishes then you’ll love our Fettuccine Pesto. Fettuccine pesto pasta is a crowd pleasing meal with homemade pesto. Make it and toss with your favorite noodles and meat.

How To Store

Refrigerate: Let the creamy chicken pasta cool completely before transfering into an airtight container or ziploc bag. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Freeze: Crockpot Olive Garden chicken pasta leftovers can be frozen in a freezer safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Divide the pasta leftovers into individual servings before freezing, for easy portion control when defrosting.

Defrosting: Thaw in the fridge overnight.

How To Reheat

Reheat slow cooker chicken pasta leftovers in the microwave or in a pot on the stovetop.

Common Questions

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Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken Pasta (Viral TikTok Recipe)

This creamy chicken pasta recipe is a mouthwatering combination of Italian flavors, cream cheese, chicken and pasta. It is prepped in only 5 minutes and cooks hands off in the crockpot.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American, Italian

Keyword creamy chicken pasta, crockpot chicken alfredo, Olive Garden crockpot chicken pasta, slow cooker creamy chicken pasta, viral tiktok pasta chips

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 3 hours hours

Total Time 3 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings 6 servings

Calories 596kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• slow cooker
• forks
• cooking spoon or spatula

Ingredients

• 1 cup Olive Garden Italian dressing or any creamy Italian dressing
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ¼ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast thawed, 3-4 breasts
• 8 oz cooked pasta

Instructions

• Spray the crockpot with nonstick cooking spray.
• Trim the fat off the chicken breasts and place chicken into the crockpot.
  
• Pour 1 cup of Olive Garden Italian dressing and 1 cup chicken broth over the top of the chicken.
  
• Sprinkle ¼ cup parmesan cheese over the top. Then top evenly with black pepper.
  
• Cut cream cheese into cubes. Add to crockpot.
  
• Place lid on slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  
• Chicken is done when an instant-read meat thermometer reads 165°F.
• Shred chicken with two forks or a meat shredder.
  
• Mix together shredded chicken, dressing, and cream cheese well. Let chicken sit in the sauce for 10 minutes to absorb the sauce.
  
• Add cooked pasta to the slow cooker. Toss to combine.
  
• Serve.
  

Notes

• Substitute Olive Garden dressing for any creamy Italian salad dressing.
• Substitute boneless skinless chicken breasts for boneless skinless chicken thighs.
• Use any type of pasta you prefer. Cook separately before adding to the chicken and sauce.
• Keep the lid on and turn to the warm setting if you aren’t ready to serve yet.
• Serve the chicken pasta in the crockpot or transfer to a serving bowl.

Nutrition

Calories: 596kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 41g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 980mg | Potassium: 649mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 600IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 2mg

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It cooks completely hands off in the slow cooker for 7-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high. After the initial cook time, it only takes 10 minutes under the broiler to crisp up the top of the turkey and this delicious recipe is ready to serve.

While the turkey slow cooks, there is no more need to stress out over oven space. You can easily get all your sides done without having to worry about oven space. This is the best crockpot Thanksgiving turkey recipe and it will undoubtedly be a hit at this year’s holiday dinner.

How To Defrost A Turkey

There are three safe ways to defrost a turkey.

How to defrost a turkey in the refrigerator. Keep the turkey in its original packaging. Place the turkey breast side up in a container or pan to catch any drips. It will take a full 24 hours for every 5 pounds of turkey. A 20 pound turkey will take 4 days to thaw. Once it is defrosted you can keep it in the refrigerator for up to 2 more days. (This method is generally regarded as the best way to defrost a frozen turkey.)

How to defrost a turkey in cold water. Keep the bird in its original packaging. Place turkey in a larger plastic bag that is leak proof. Try to get all the air out of the bag and seal. Place the bag breast side down in a sink or container large enough for the entire turkey to be completely under water. Fill your container with cold water. Change the cold water every 30 minutes. It will take about 30 minutes for every pound of turkey. A 20 pound turkey will take 10 hours this way. You might need to place something heavy on the turkey to keep it under water. Cook immediately after thawing.

How to defrost a turkey in the microwave. Firstly, remove the plastic packaging from the turkey. Additionally, remove any metal tags or clips. Place the turkey breast side up in a microwave safe container to catch drips. Every microwave is different so read the manual for your microwave. It should take an hour to an hour and a half to defrost in a microwave but it depends on the microwave. Clean your microwave well when it is thawed. Cook immediately after thawing.

Why You’ll Love This

• Notable: juicy and flavorful turkey with crispy skin
• Main Ingredients: whole turkey, butter, paprika, salt and pepper
• Cooking Method: Crockpot
• Nutrients: excellent source of protein, 70g per serving
• Cooking Time: 5 minutes prep time, cooking time: 7-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
• Pairs well with: all of your favorite side dishes: mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, roasted vegetables, sweet potatoes, corn, green bean casserole
• Diets: keto friendly, gluten free
• Special Equipment Needed: slow cooker, high heat thermometer, instant read thermometer sheet pan

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: Another great addition to a Thanksgiving celebration is a festive drink. Have you tried our scrumptious Thanksgiving Sangria yet? It is a bold blend of red wine, sparkling cider, rum and cranberries with a hint of spice!

Instructions

This section shows how to cook thanksgiving turkey in the slow cooker, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print this slow cooker recipe with or without photos.

SEASON AND COOK: Combine melted butter, salt, pepper and paprika in a small bowl. Then, drizzle butter mixture onto turkey and rub all over to coat. Place the lid on the slow cooker tightly. In case it does not fit on tightly, cover with foil to prevent steam from leaking out. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Afterwards, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the turkey in the center of the turkey breast. The temperature should be at least 165° in the breast and 170° in the thighs.

BROIL AND REST: Turn the oven to broil. Remove the turkey from the crock and place on a baking sheet or roasting pan. It is awkward to lift the turkey out of the crock while it is hot. You may need 2 sets of tongs or a second person to help. Broil for 10 minutes until the skin is deep golden brown. Finally, allow the turkey to rest for 5-10 minutes before carving. Serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: In case you are looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish for the holidays then you’ll love our Fall Fruit Salad. This colorful fruit salad is full of apples and citrus flavors. A homemade dressing adds sweetness and warm fall spices.

Convection Oven Turkey

Another great way to cook a turkey is in the convection oven. It cooks the turkey faster than a conventional oven and sears the outside of the bird for extra crispy skin. Therefore, there is no need to keep basting the turkey while cooking. For detailed instructions take a look at our Convection Oven Turkey post.

How To Store

Refrigerate: To begin with, it is important to make sure your turkey is completely cold. Then transfer any leftover turkey meat to an airtight container or ziploc bag and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Turkey leftovers are great to eat on their own or cook them into another recipe.

Freeze: Leftover crockpot thanksgiving turkey meat can be frozen in a freezer safe container or freezer bag for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Thaw cooked turkey in the refrigerator overnight.

How To Reheat

Reheat turkey leftovers in the microwave, air fryer, oven or stovetop.

Common Questions

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Crockpot Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe

Flavorful, tender and moist Thanksgiving turkey made in the slow cooker. A crockpot turkey is an easy way to free up space in your oven for your other side dishes.

Course Main Dish

Cuisine American, keto

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword crockpot turkey, slow cooker turkey, turkey cooked in the crockpot, turkey in a slow cooker, turkey in crockpot, turkey in slow cooker

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 7 hours hours

Total Time 7 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings 8 servings

Calories 505kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• slow cooker
• small bowl
• meat thermometer
• sheet pan
• kitchen tongs

Ingredients

• 1 whole turkey 8-10 pounds
• 4 tablespoon butter melted
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

• Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry with paper towels.
• Place turkey in crockpot with the breast side up. Tie its legs together with some kitchen twine. You might need to tuck the turkey wings down under the bird to get the lid on.
• Combine melted butter, salt, pepper and paprika in a small bowl.
• Drizzle butter mixture onto turkey.
  
• Rub all over the bird to coat.
  
• Place the lid on the slow cooker. Make sure it is on tightly. If it does not fit on tightly, cover with foil to prevent steam from leaking out.
• Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  
• Check the temperature of the turkey in the center of the turkey breast. The temperature should be at least 165° in the breast and 170° in the legs.
• Turn oven to broil. Remove the turkey from the crock and place on a baking sheet. Broil for 10 minutes until skin begins to crisp.
  
• Allow the turkey to rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Notes

• Do not put the crockpot insert into the oven.
• To transfer the cooked turkey to the baking sheet to broil, place the baking sheet right next to the crockpot. The turkey will be hot. Use 2 sets of tongs or get someone to help you so you don’t drop the turkey.
• The turkey will cook a few more degrees while it’s broiling.
• Allow turkey to rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting.
  
  

Nutrition

Calories: 505kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.2g | Protein: 70g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 247mg | Sodium: 551mg | Potassium: 728mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 376IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 3mg

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You can serve them as an appetizer or party food by themselves, however, they also make a great main dish paired with mashed potatoes and a crunchy salad. Any leftovers can be turned into delicious meatball sandwiches.

Make this dairy free dish extra special by using homemade meatballs, or use your favorite frozen meatballs for convenience. Either way, you and your family will love these amazing Crockpot meatballs.

❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS CROCKPOT MEATBALLS RECIPE

✔️ Easy and delicious homemade BBQ sauce makes these tender meatballs irresistible.

✔️ This scrumptious dish only needs 10 minutes of prep time, then they cooks hands-off in the crockpot. Just put them in and forget about them.

✔️ Can be served as an appetizer, party snack or main dish.

✔️ You can determine the final flavor by adjusting seasonings to your own taste.

CROCKPOT BBQ MEATBALLS INGREDIENTS

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for slow cooker barbecue meatballs , what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.

You may have all of these easy BBQ meatball ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts.

• Tomato Sauce
• Apple Cider Vinegar: Vinegar gives the barbecue sauce a slightly tangy flavor and balances out the sweetness.
• Honey: You can use any kind of honey. It adds a subtle natural sweetness, but you can also use brown sugar or maple syrup if you prefer.
• Tomato Paste
• Molasses
• Worcestershire Sauce: Adds tangy and savory notes to create a rich flavor.
• Liquid Smoke: Don’t skip this key ingredient. It adds the nice smokey flavor BBQ sauce is famous for.
• Paprika: You can substitute smoked paprika, if you like your sauce extra smokey!
• Garlic Powder
• Black Pepper
• Onion Powder
• Salt
• Frozen Meatballs: We used regular frozen beef meatballs for this recipe. You can also try turkey or chicken meatballs if you prefer. You can also make meatballs fresh for this recipe. We recommend Stef’s Famous Meatballs or the delicious Air Fryer Meatballs.

INSTRUCTIONS

This section shows how to cook dairy free barbecue meatballs in the crockpot, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full instructions, nutritional information, to print the recipe or to have the recipe scaled to double or triple, see the recipe card below.

COMBINE SAUCE INGREDIENTS: Whisk all ingredients, except meatballs, together in a medium bowl.

🔴 TIP: You can substitute brown sugar for the molasses or honey.

ADD TO CROCKPOT: First, place meatballs into the crockpot in a single layer.  Then pour whisked BBQ sauce ingredients over the meatballs. Toss till the meatballs are evenly coated. 

🔴 TIP: Use homemade meatballs, but make sure to brown them in a pan first. We recommend Stef’s Famous Meatballs or the delicious Air Fryer Meatballs.

COOK: Cook on high for 3 hours, or until meatballs are heated all the way through and a meat thermometer reads 165°F.

SERVE: Stir to blend. Keep slow cooker on warm setting and serve in the crockpot.

🔴 TIP: Serve these delicious meatballs at a party. For easy serving insert toothpicks into each meatball.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS

Crockpot – We recommend using a large 5 or 6 quart Crockpot. If you have a smaller Crockpot, halve the recipe.

HOW TO MAKE CROCKPOT BBQ MEATBALLS AHEAD

Smokey barbecue meatballs is a great recipe to make ahead because it can either stay warm in the Crockpot for a while or you can easily reheat it later. Prepare the whole dish from start to finish in advance. Then simply keep in the slow cooker on warm until needed. Otherwise, you can transfer the meatballs to a saucepan and reheat them on the stove whenever you are ready to serve.

TIPS FOR THE BEST BARBECUE MEATBALLS

Follow these tips to make the best Crockpot BBQ meatballs.

✔️ Use pre-cooked meatballs. You can defrost them first or cook them from frozen.

✔️ Brown homemade meatballs. If you’re using homemade meatballs, brown them first before putting into the crockpot.

✔️ Make BBQ sauce ahead of time. Whisk the BBQ sauce ingredients together well before pouring into the crockpot.

✔️ Keep the meatballs warm. Keep the crockpot on low or warm to keep the meatballs heated while you serve them.

STORAGE TIPS

Refrigerate: Store cooled meatball leftovers in an airtight container or ziplock bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat: You can reheat meatballs either in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Freeze: Leftover meatballs can also be frozen in a freezer safe container or ziploc bag for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: Barbecue meatballs thaw well in the fridge overnight.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH MEATBALLS

Serve these delicious meatballs with creamy mashed potatoes, Mexican Street Corn or your favorite version of corn on the cob, corn bread, crusty white bread or irresistible easy cheesy garlic rolls.

BBQ meatballs also pair really well with roasted vegetables. We love serving them with air fryer cooked vegetables, like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower or asparagus.

A crunchy and nutritious salad such as Italian salad or Greek salad would also make a perfect side dish.

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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs even make a great party snack or game day appetizer.

If you are looking for a lighter meatball version try our amazingly delicious Air Fryer Meatballs, Chicken Meatballs or Turkey Meatballs with Spinach.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about cooking delicious crockpot meatballs.

Can I add other spices to the BBQ sauce?

Of course! You can get creative and create all kinds of different BBQ sauce flavors. Try adding cumin, cayenne pepper, chipotle powder, lemon zest or even a pinch of cinnamon, for example.

Is it possible to use homemade meatballs for this recipe?

Of course! After preparing and frying your favorite homemade meatballs, keep them warm on a foil covered plate. Then follow the additional steps of our recipe to make the scrumptious sauce.

How do you know when meatballs are fully cooked?

Meatballs are fully cooked when the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Insert a meat thermometer into one or more of the meatballs after cooking to read the temperature.

How can I use up BBQ meatball leftovers?

We love using leftovers to make scrumptious meatball sub bombs or sliders. Use your favorite cheese and serve with pickles or fresh coleslaw.

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BBQ Meatballs

Learn how to make BBQ meatballs with frozen or pre-cooked meatballs and homemade barbecue sauce. This easy to make recipe makes a great appetizer or main dish.

Course Appetizer, Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword BBQ meatballs from frozen meatballs, crockpot BBQ meatballs, easy BBQ meatballs, slow cooker BBQ meatballs

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 3 hours hours

Total Time 3 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 48 meatballs

Calories 50kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• Medium Bowl
• whisk
• slow cooker
• cooking spatula or spoon

Ingredients

• 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
• ½ cup apple cider vinegar
• ¼ cup honey
• ¼ cup tomato paste
• ¼ cup molasses
• 3 tbsps Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tsps liquid smoke
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1½ tsps garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 48 precooked frozen meatballs

Instructions

• Whisk all ingredients, except the meatballs, together in a medium bowl.
  
• Place meatballs into the crockpot in a single layer.
  
• Pour BBQ sauce ingredients over the meatballs. Toss meatballs to coat.
  
• Cook on high for 3 hours, or until meatballs are heated all the way through and a thermometer inserted into the center of a meatball reads 165ºF. Stir to blend.
  
• Keep the slow cooker on warm setting and serve in the crockpot.
  

Notes

Recipe Notes:

• This recipe is for a large 5 or 6 quart Crockpot. For smaller Crockpots, halve the recipe.
• If using raw meatballs, brown them first in a skillet before putting them into the slow cooker.
• You can substitute brown sugar for the molasses or honey.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with a toothpick as an appetizer or party food.

Nutrition

Calories: 50kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg

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One thing we love when creating recipes is that you can use the same ingredients to make several different meals. This not only helps to cut costs (because you are reusing the ingredients you have on hand), but it also makes coming up with new dinner recipes easy! The marinade that we use for this chipotle chicken recipe can also be used to make a lot of other Mexican inspired meals like our chicken burrito bowls, chicken wings, quesadillas, fajitas, nachos, and burritos. If you need a low carb option, you can also serve the chicken on a bed of cauliflower rice.

CROCK POT CHIPOTLE CHICKEN INGREDIENTS

You may have all of these ingredients for this easy crock pot recipe in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store! If this is your first time making this delicious recipe you might want to read the possible variations before deciding on your ingredients. Exact ingredient amounts are in the recipe card below.

• Chicken: We are using chicken breasts, but you can also use chicken thighs instead.
• Marinade & Broth: This is the best marinade! We use canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, garlic, cumin, coriander, chili powder, oregano, salt, shallot, and chicken broth.
• For Tacos: Cilantro Lime Sour Cream, Mexican cheese, flour (or corn) tortillas, cilantro, black beans

MORE WAYS TO SERVE CHIPOTLE CHICKEN

Enjoy this great Chipotle Marinade with so many different recipes:

• Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls– A simple lunch (or dinner) dish that is also great for meal prepping.
• Air Fryer Chicken Stuffed Pasta Shells – An easy and delicious way to use the leftover chipotle chicken if you get tired of chipotle chicken tacos.
• Air Fryer Chipotle Chicken Wings – These are so good you won’t want to stop eating them.
• Chipotle Chicken Sheet Pan Fajitas – Making fajitas on a sheet pan is one of the easiest ways to make dinner!
• Chicken and Pineapple Kabobs – Time to fire up the grill for these delicious kabobs.
• Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup – Just dump the ingredients in and you have delicious soup the whole family loves in less than 30 minutes!

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

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INSTRUCTIONS

Follow the full instructions and kitchen tips and quick tips for the best way to make this recipe. Don’t forget to check the prep time and cook time in the recipe card below before you begin.

MARINATE CHICKEN: Use a premade chipotle marinade or combine the marinade spices from our fabulous Family Dinners Chipotle Chicken Marinade. Marinade for at least 30 minutes-24 hours in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost before putting into the crock pot if you freeze.

ADD CHICKEN AND BROTH: Add the marinated chicken breasts to the bottom of the crock pot and cover with chicken broth.

COOKING TIME: Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.

SHRED CHICKEN: Once the chicken has finished cooking it’s time to shred it. You can do that in a few different ways. The most popular are to shred in the crock pot or remove from the slow cooker and shred on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred it quickly. Then place the shredded chicken back into the pot about 15 minutes so it has time to absorb all of the chipotle flavors.

SERVE: Add the chipotle chicken to your tortillas and top with your favorite taco toppings. We recommend black beans, cheese, and cilantro lime sour cream

STORAGE TIPS

Storing your food properly is important to prevent spoiling or food poisoning.

Refrigerate: Store your crock pot chipotle chicken in an airtight container or ziploc bag and refrigerate up to 3 days if you can’t eat it the next day.

Freeze: Store chicken in an airtight, freezer safe, container. If you’re storing in a zip top plastic bag, try to get as much air out as possible. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Defrosting: A great way to defrost is in the refrigerator overnight.

Chipotle Chicken Marinade

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Cilantro Lime Sour Cream

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Cilantro Lime Rice

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Crock Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Delicious and flavor packed shredded chipotle chicken made in a slow cooker or crock pot. This makes great chicken to put on tacos, burritos, enchiladas, salads and more.

Course dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword chicken, chipotle, crock pot

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 4 hours hours

Post Cooking Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 4 hours hours 25 minutes minutes

Servings 8 people

Calories 327kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• slow cooker

Ingredients

• 1 recipe Family Dinners Chipotle Marinade Use pre-marinated chicken breasts from your fridge or freezer or make a fresh batch.
• 2 lbs chicken breasts 2 lbs of chicken breasts is equivalent to about 4 large chicken breasts.
• 1 cup chicken broth

Taco Ingredients

• ½ cup Cilantro Lime Sour Cream
• 1 cup soft Mexican cheese
• 8 soft taco size flour tortillas
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• 1 cup black beans, rinsed

Instructions

• Make marinade. Pour over chicken in a bowl or ziploc bag. Rotate chicken to make sure it's covered in the marinade. Marinade for 30 minutes to 24 hours in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer. Defrost before cooking.
  
• Place marinated chicken breasts in bottom of slow cooker (Crock Pot).
  
• Add chicken broth to crock pot.
  
• Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
• Remove breasts from slow cooker. Shred then add back into the slow cooker. Let sit for 15 minutes to reabsorb the chipotle juices.
  
• Serve with tortillas, black beans, cheese, cilantro and cilantro lime sour cream.
  

Nutrition

Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 666mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 2mg

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Use the low heat or high heat for different cooking times. Use low heat to cook overnight.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

If you don’t want to eat plain hard boiled eggs as a snack or breakfast, consider any of these delicious egg recipe options.

• Cobb Salad – Fill a salad bowl with chopped up romaine lettuce. Add bacon crumbles, sliced hard-boiled eggs, crumbled blue cheese (or your favorite cheese), avocado, tomatoes and any other toppings you like. Toss with your favorite dressing.
• Deviled Eggs – Try these skinny deviled eggs.
• Egg Salad Sandwiches – See how amazing this sandwich is on a croissant!

POSSIBLE VARIATIONS

If you are in search of perfect hard boiled eggs you can also try these other methods for cooking eggs for easter (or your favorite potato salad)!

AIR FRYER HARD BOILED EGGS

This no water method of “boiling” them in an air fryer is easy. Great for anyone who loves their air fryer.

INSTANT POT HARD BOILED EGGS

This high pressure method of cooking them in an electric pressure cooker is perfect for those times you just want to set it and get them when they’re done.

OVEN HARD BOILED EGGS

Try cooking them in a muffin tin in the oven. This is a great, no fuss method as well.

STOVETOP HARD BOILED EGGS

This classic method for boiling eggs is a no fail method as well.

STORAGE TIPS

Refrigerate: You can store hard boiled eggs in a refrigerator (fridge) for up to 7 days. Once they’re removed from the refrigerator, they should be eaten within 2 hours.

Freeze: It is not recommended to freeze hard boiled eggs.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

(note to writer) choose popular frequently asked questions or things you think people would want to know.

What is the easiest way to make hard boiled eggs?

There are many easy ways to hard boil eggs. We’ve found this overnight crock pot hard boiled eggs to be very simple but also highly recommend the air fryer hard boiled eggs method here as well.

How do you peel eggs?

When your egg is cold, after removing from the ice bath, gently tap the egg on the counter while rotating the egg. You want to gently break the shell all over the hard boiled egg. Gently use your thumb to peel away the shell from the egg white.

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Crock Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

This fix and forget method of cooking crock pot hard boiled eggs is great for cooking overnight.

Course Appetizer, breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword crock pot, egg, hard boiled egg

Prep Time 1 minute minute

Cook Time 8 hours hours

Ice Bath Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 8 hours hours 16 minutes minutes

Servings 12 eggs

Calories 63kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• 1 crock pot (slow cooker)

Ingredients

• 12 eggs larg

Instructions

• Place eggs in a single layer in the crock pot.
  
• Pour cold water into crock pot until water covers eggs a little.
• Place lid on crock pot.
• Set crock pot to cook on low for 8 hours or high for 2.5 hours.
• Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and place in a large bowl of ice water on the counter. This ice water bath will stop the cooking process and make the egg membranes separate from the shells to make them easier to peel. Keep in ice bath for at least 15 minutes.
  
• Refrigerate or eel eggs and serve.
  

Notes

• Refrigerate hard boiled eggs after they have cooled all the way. These eggs can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
• To peel the eggs, carefully crack all the way around the egg and peel the shell away from the egg gently.
• We prefer to use large eggs or extra large eggs from the store. You can use fresh eggs though they are harder to peel.
• This recipe calls for a dozen eggs but you can cook more or less at a time as long as they are not over crowded in the slow cooker.
• This recipe cooks the eggs so they have a firm yolk, without being overcooked. If you want a soft boiled egg with a runny yolk and softer egg whites, cook for less time. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1egg | Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 61mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

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Load them with your favorite toppings and slow cooked potatoes are the perfect soul-warming comfort food for busy weeknights when you don’t feel like standing over a stove. Plus, loaded baked potatoes are a super convenient vegetarian and gluten free meal. Pair them with roasted vegetables, soup and salad, or juicy meats like fish, chicken or steak.

If you love crockpot cooking and spuds as much as we do, check out these crockpot mashed potatoes that you can cook and mix in your slow cooker. 

CROCK POT BAKED POTATO INGREDIENTS

There’s only one thing you absolutely need to make this recipe: potatoes! We recommend Russet potatoes (or Idaho potatoes) because they are low in moisture and have a thick skin that makes them ideal for baking.

Recommended ingredients: oil, salt, toppings

LOADED BAKED POTATOES

Baked potatoes are a hearty meal all on their own that can take on any flavor combo. Here are our favorite topping combos for your next loaded baked potato bar. You can easily make any of these gluten free, vegetarian or vegan by omitting or swapping ingredients without losing flavor:

• Loaded Classic – Cheddar cheese, dollop of sour cream, green onions, sprinkle of kosher salt and bacon bits (optional).
• Loaded Chili – Easy chili, cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onions and/or avocado. 
• Broccoli Cheddar – Parmesan roasted broccoli and melted cheddar cheese.
• Southwestern – Pico de gallo (or salsa), corn, black beans, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, avocado (or guacamole). 
• Lox – Smoked salmon, chives, cream cheese
• Fajita – Fajita chicken (or steak), bell peppers, onion, cilantro lime sour cream and shredded cheese
• Goat Cheese and Herbs – Mix together goat cheese, olive oil, parsley, shallots and lemon zest.

INSTRUCTIONS

If you’d like to print this recipe, scroll down to the recipe card where you can print the recipe or have it scaled to double or triple. You’ll also find nutrition information.

CLEAN AND DRY: give your potatoes a good scrub under running water to get all dirt off the skin of the potato. Pat dry.

POKE POTATOES: Poke potatoes 6-8 times with a fork to vent the potato.

BRUSH WITH OIL: Use a basting brush (or your hands) to coat your potatoes with oil.

SPRINKLE SALT: Sprinkle salt onto potato skins.

WRAP: Wrap potato in aluminum foil (optional). Place potatoes into the Crock Pot and cover with a lid.

COOK: Cook on low for 8 hours. Check to see if the potatoes are cooked through by opening the foil of one potato and poking with a fork. If the fork inserts into the potato easily the potatoes are cooked. If there is resistance and they are still a bit hard, cover again and cook for an additional 1-2 hours.

⚠️ TIPS FOR MAKING GREAT BAKED POTATOES

✔️ Wash your potatoes well with water and a brush before cooking to remove all the dirt.

✔️ Don’t skip the foil! While we don’t recommend using foil on oven baked potatoes, we’ve tested them and prefer to use foil in a crockpot. This will prevent your potatoes from becoming as soggy as they get without foil. Unwrapped potatoes take an hour longer to cook as well.

✔️ Seasoning the potato before cooking makes a big difference. If you love to eat the skins, don’t skip oiling and salting them before cooking.

✔️ Unwrap the baked potatoes and use your knife to slice down the center. Use a fork or knife to fluff up the potato insides. Top with your favorite baked potato toppings, including butter, salt and pepper, shredded cheese, sour cream, bacon, chives or chili.

STORAGE TIPS

Refrigerate: Baked potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3 days. While the skin may not be as crispy, they will still taste just as good.

Freeze: You can freeze baked potatoes for up to a month. Before freezing, make sure your potatoes are fully cooled and don’t contain any toppings. Wrap them in foil or plastic wrap, ensuring no part of the potato is exposed to air. Place in a sealed freezer bag without any excess air. 

Defrosting: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight or, for faster results, thaw in the microwave.

Reheating: You can reheat potatoes in your air fryer at 400 until heated or in a microwave.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH BAKED POTATOES

Try our Air Fryer Broccoli or our Oven Roasted Broccoli recipes with a baked potato. Top with some queso or Easy Chili.

• 
  Easy Chili
• 
  Queso Blanco (White Nacho Cheese Sauce)
• 
  Air Fryer Broccoli
• 
  Parmesan Roasted Broccoli Recipe

MORE WAYS TO BAKE POTATOES

Try cooking a baked potato in your microwave, toaster oven, grill, oven, Instant Pot or crockpot.

• 
  Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
• 
  Instant Pot Baked Potatoes
• 
  Perfect Oven Baked Potatoes
• 
  Baked Potatoes On The Grill

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do you need to wrap potatoes in foil to cook in the crock pot?

No, you don’t need to wrap potatoes in foil to cook in the crock pot. We tested wrapped and unwrapped and much preferred the wrapped potatoes. The unwrapped were a bit soggy.

Can you cook baked potatoes on high heat in the crock pot?

Yes! You can cook your potatoes on high heat for 4 hours or low heat for 8 hours.

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Crock Pot Baked Potatoes

Crock pot baked potatoes so easy you can set it and forget it.

Course Appetizer, Main Dish, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword baked potato in foil, crock pot baked potatoes, gluten free, overnight baked potatoes, slow cooked potato, slow cooker baked potatoes, vegan

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 8 hours hours

Servings 4 potatoes

Calories 199kcal

Author Andrea + Stef

Equipment

• 1c crock pot

Ingredients

• 4 potatoes, large
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon coarse salt

Instructions

• Scrub potatoes to get all dirt off the skin of the potato. Pat dry.
  
• Poke potatoes 6-8 times with a fork to vent the potato.
  
• Wrap potato in aluminum foil.
  
• Place potatoes into the Crock Pot and cover with a lid.
• Cook on low for 8 hours.
• Check to see if the potatoes are cooked through by opening the foil of one potato and poking with a fork. If the fork inserts into the potato easily the potatoes are cooked. If there is resistance and they are still a bit hard, cover again and cook for an additional 1-2 hours.
  

Notes

• You do not have to cover the potatoes in foil. They will still cook but will take a little longer. We tested unwrapped and wrapped in the same Crock Pot and the wrapped were fully cooked in 8 hours but the unwrapped required another hour of cooking.
• Unwrap the baked potatoes and cut a slit down the center. Use a fork or knife to fluff up the potato in the center. Top with your favorite baked potato toppings, including butter, shredded cheese, sour cream, bacon, chives or chili.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potato | Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1755mg | Potassium: 889mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg

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