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Delicious and easy evening meals for comforting dinners at home

Comforting Evening Meals

Easy and satisfying meals that can be made in a slow cooker, perfect for the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken Can use thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup Rice Use your preferred type of rice
  • 1 lb Beef Cut into chunks
  • 2 large Potatoes Diced
  • 2 cups Vegetables Mixed vegetables for stews and casseroles
  • 4 cups Broth or stock Chicken or vegetable broth recommended
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced or crushed
  • 1 tablespoon Herbs Dried or fresh as preferred

Method
 

Preparation
  1. For stewed chicken, place chicken, rice, and any desired vegetables in the slow cooker.
  2. Add broth and seasonings, then cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  3. For beef recipes, combine beef chunks with potatoes, vegetables, and seasonings in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the beef is tender.
  5. For soups, add broth, seasonings, and any combination of meat and vegetables to the slow cooker.
  6. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

Notes

Store meals in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat, use a microwave or put back in a pot until hot. Add a splash of broth if the meal seems dry. Experiment with different seasonings for more flavor.