Whether you’re cooking with your kids or for your kids, two things are most important: Flavor and ease. In most families, the crock pot has become an underused and under appreciated tool. Why let something sit for six hours when you can use the Instant Pot and get it down in six minutes? Faster cook time doesn’t necessarily mean a shorter prep time, though. If you’re spending an hour dicing up veggies to pressure cook, are you saving any time? Behold the classic Crock Pot. And with all that extra at-home time we all have because of the coronavirus quarantine, cooking time is no longer an excuse.
Plus, your mama used a Crock Pot. She might even still use it. There was probably a time when you did, too. But, have you lately? A little prep at bed time or in the morning leads to a meal that’s ready-to-go when you walk in the door at night. And all of these Crock Pot Recipes for kids are created with the whole family’s tastes and schedules in mind. So try one… or all.
1. Hearty Beef Stew
Beef stew is such a yummy, cold-weather classic. We make gigantic double/triple batches, freeze it and then reheat it any time we don’t feel like cooking. It also travels well in a thermos for lunches.
2. Slow Cooker Cincy Chili
Be forewarned: Cincinnati chili is not the same thing as Texas chili. It’s much more meaty and probably closer to a sloppy joe thickness than to the chili you’re used to. Cincinnati thrives on arguments over who has the best chili — and there are dozens of family-owned parlors to choose from. The two biggest names are Skyline and Gold Star, each with their own special recipes and secret ingredients. (Some say one of them uses chocolate!)
View this post on InstagramThe sun on the "skyline" sure feels refreshing today. It seems to be almost as bright as a "gold star" shining upon tonight's special. If ya know, ya know. Got a little back home sweetness, Cincinnati Chili Four-way: Spaghetti Noodles/Chili/Shredded Cheese/Diced Onion w/Oyster Shell Crackers on the side. #cincychili #peterose #jerryspringer #carmenelectra
3. Crock Pot Spaghetti Sauce
What little kid doesn’t love spaghetti? This recipe is practically a “dump” recipe, with very little measuring required. That means your kids will not only love to eat it, but they can probably help make it. Of all the crock pot recipes for kids, this one will certainly get the most use.
4. Slow Cooker Meatballs
You’ve got your sauce, but don’t forget the meatballs! Pitch making meatballs as something as fun as playing with Play-Doh and your kids will hop right in to do the work for you.
5. Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
Expand your kids’ pallet with orange chicken that tastes almost as good as when you get it from the mall. As an added bonus, this orange chicken recipe uses wings, which are a close second to drumsticks in the hierarchy of chicken cuts kids love.
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6. Slow Cooker Peanut Butter Bread
If you have a mini-baker in your midst, this peanut butter bread recipe might be their jam. You can think of it as an upgrade to a PB&J sandwich, or just eat slices with butter or jelly on top.
7. Crock Pot Vegetarian Chili
We know not everyone is as gung-ho about meat as I am and that’s totally okay! If your family likes soup and stew, but you’re looking for a meatless option, a vegetarian chili is the way to go. Chili hardly ever seems healthy, but with this veggie-filled recipe, you’ll feel no guilt about diving in.
8. Slow Cooker Philly Steak Sammies
Sometimes you just need an easy dinner night and these Philly cheesesteak sandwiches are exactly that. You or your child will enjoy how quick and easy it is to toss the ingredients for this crock pot recipe into your Slow Cooker. When it’s ready, serve with chips and watch as your kids gobble it all up.
View this post on InstagramNo cheesy puns today guys, just a tasty sandwich from @stevesburgers_ . How’s everyone coping with the chaos happening right now? • • • • •Philly Cheese steak with onions, peppers, and American cheese
9. Crock Pot Pizza Casserole
Looking for a homemade spin on pizza night? A crock pot pizza casserole offers up all the familiar and fun flavors of a pizza but with a bit of a unique touch. Start it in the morning and you’ll come home to a house that smells more like a hut. (Get it? Pizza Hut?)
10. Crock Pot Tater Tot Casserole
Tater tots! In a casserole! Need we say more?
View this post on InstagramA new favorite in this household . . COWBOY CASSEROLE . . INGREDIENTS. . •1 1/2 pounds ground beef. •1 medium onion chopped. •1 can whole kernel corn (15.25 ounces) drained (I only used about half a can). •1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup. •2 cups cheddar cheese shredded. •1/2 cup milk. •1/4 cup sour cream. •1 bag frozen tater tots (30 ounces). •1/2 green pepper chopped. •1 can Rotel tomatoes undrained (I used about half a can). . DIRECTIONS 1.”Let the Crispy Crowns sit on the counter to defrost for an hour or so until thawed. 2.In a large skillet cook the onion until tender and translucent. Add the beef and green pepper and cook over medium heat until no longer pink. 3.Drain the mixture and place into a large bowl and set aside. 4.In a small bowl combine the soup, milk, rotel tomatoes, and sour cream. Whisk until smooth. Add to hamburger mixture and stir to combine. Add corn and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Gently mix to combine. 5.Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Layer half of the Tater tots on the bottom, pour the hamburger mixture over the top and then layer with the other half tater tots. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese 6.Bake at 375 for 25 – 30 minutes, or until golden brown and crunchy.” ——————————————————————————— RC: https://centslessdeals.com/cowboy-casserole-recipe/ ——————————————————————————— #momblogger #momfood #momfoodie #yummy #casserole #cowboy #tatertots #tatertotcasserole #dinner ———————————————————————————
11. Slow Cooker Root Beer Brats
Root Beer is the nectar of the Gods. So, why not use it in a creative way and include it with dinner? These brats are the absolute perfect summer treat.
12. Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient White Chicken Chili
Is it just us or is one of the most frustrating things about letting your kids (or even your husband) cook got to be that they “can’t find” anything? With only five ingredients, this freakin’ delicious white chicken chili will cut down on how many times you get asked to find something in the pantry.
13. Crock Pot Banana Bread
Another wonderfully simple and satisfying crock pot recipe is this 5-ingredient banana bread. This loaf is perfect for warming up and schmearing with butter and it’ll make your house smell absolutely amazing.
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