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Easy Slow Cooker Freezer Meals Dump and Go Recipes for Busy Weeknights

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These easy slow cooker freezer meals are perfect for busy weeknights, requiring minimal prep and delivering warm, comforting, and flavorful dinners with a simple dump and go approach.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 medium diced onion (about 150 g / 5.3 oz)
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth (240 ml / 8 fl oz)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes (optional) (240 ml / 8 fl oz)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, a pinch)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice one medium onion and mince two garlic cloves. Measure out your frozen mixed vegetables, protein, broth, and seasonings.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts or thighs, frozen vegetables, diced onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, tomato sauce (if using), soy sauce, olive oil, and seasonings. Stir gently to distribute seasoning evenly without breaking up the protein.
  3. Divide the mixture into quart-size freezer bags, pressing out as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn. Lay them flat to freeze.
  4. Label each bag with the date and contents. Freeze for up to 3 months.
  5. On cooking day, thaw the freezer bag overnight in the fridge or submerge in cold water for about 30 minutes.
  6. Dump the contents directly into your slow cooker.
  7. Set your slow cooker to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  8. If desired, about 30 minutes before serving, stir in a cornstarch slurry made by mixing 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water. Let it cook until the sauce thickens.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Notes

Thaw freezer bags overnight before cooking for even heat distribution. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain temperature. Use a slow cooker liner for easier cleanup. For thicker sauce, add cornstarch slurry 30 minutes before serving. Customize with different veggies or proteins. Fresh herbs can be added in the last 30 minutes or as garnish.

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