Two Delicious Crock Pot Chicken And Pork Recipes
Nothing beats the convenience of a slow cooker when it comes to meal preparation. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly meal or something to serve at a special event, these two delicious slow cooker chicken and pork recipes are sure to please. Read on to learn how to make two of our favorite slow cooker meals!
Slow Cooker Spicy Barbecue Pork
This slow cooker spicy barbecue pork recipe is a must-try! We love it as a delicious main course for lunch or dinner. Prep time is only 10 minutes, and then the slow cooker does all the work. Serve it with a side of coleslaw or mashed potatoes, and you’ve got a meal that’s sure to please.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ground mustard, black pepper, and salt.
- Put the pork cubes in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over top. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the pork is tender.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
Equipment:
- Slow cooker
- Small bowl
- Wooden spoon
Notes:
This recipe is also great with chicken! Just replace the pork cubes with 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
Nutrition: Per Serving:
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sodium: 370mg
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 13g
- Protein: 34g
Recipe Tips:
If you’d like to add more heat to the recipe, add in more cayenne pepper. You can also switch up the flavor by using a different type of barbecue sauce. We especially love this recipe with a spicy or smoky sauce!
Slow Cooker Creamy Italian Chicken
This slow cooker creamy Italian chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to cook something special. Prep time is just 10 minutes, and then the slow cooker does all the work. Serve it with a side of mashed potatoes or pasta and you’ve got a delicious meal that’s sure to please.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 (1-ounce) package dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Put the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, chicken broth, Italian-style salad dressing mix, garlic, oregano, basil, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite sides.
Equipment:
- Slow cooker
- Medium bowl
- Wooden spoon
Notes:
This recipe is also great with pork! Just replace the chicken breasts with 2 pounds of boneless, trimmed pork shoulder.
Nutrition: Per Serving:
- Calories: 360
- Total Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
- Sodium: 670mg
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 40g
Recipe Tips:
This recipe is great with a variety of sides. Try it with mashed potatoes, pasta, or a side salad. You can also switch up the flavor by using a different type of Italian-style salad dressing mix. We especially love this recipe with a spicy or smoky dressing mix!
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