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Budget-Friendly Crockpot Meals for Busy Weeknights

Budget-Friendly Crockpot Meals for Busy Weeknights Made Easy!

  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Crockpot
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A collection of easy and affordable crockpot meals perfect for busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breast in the crockpot.
  2. Add the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. In the last hour of cooking, add the frozen mixed vegetables.
  6. Once cooked, shred the chicken and mix well before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute chicken with beans for a vegetarian option.
  • Adjust seasoning according to your taste.
  • This meal can be served over rice or pasta for a complete dish.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg