If you're looking for easy and affordable meal ideas, you've come to the right place. In this post, I will share five delicious crockpot recipes that are not only budget-friendly but also simple to prepare. Each recipe costs under $10 and serves five to six people, making them perfect for families or meal prepping. Let's dive into these easy dump-and-go recipes that will save you time and money!
1. Burrito Bowls
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 can of black beans (washed and drained)
- 1 can of corn (drained)
- Taco seasoning
Instructions:
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Add the diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and taco seasoning.
- Stir to combine.
- Cook on low for about 7 hours.
Serving Suggestions:
You can enjoy these burrito bowls as they are, or serve them over rice or in tortillas with shredded cheese for a complete meal.
2. Swedish Meatballs
Ingredients:
- Frozen meatballs
- 1 can of cream of mushroom soup
- Beef broth (preferably Better Than Bouillon)
- 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
- Gravy mix
Instructions:
- In the crockpot, combine the frozen meatballs, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and gravy mix.
- Stir well to combine.
- Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve these tender meatballs over noodles or rice for a comforting dinner.
3. Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches
Ingredients:
- Chicken breasts
- Barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray's recommended)
- Creamy Italian dressing
- Worcestershire sauce
Instructions:
- Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
- Add barbecue sauce, creamy Italian dressing, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
Serving Suggestions:
Shred the chicken and serve it on hamburger buns with extra barbecue sauce. Pair with corn or a side salad for a complete meal.
4. Turkey Chili
Ingredients:
- Ground turkey
- 1 can of black beans (washed and drained)
- 1 can of corn (washed and drained)
- 1 can of kidney beans (washed and drained)
- 1 can of diced tomatoes with green chilies
- Salsa verde
- Chicken broth
- Taco seasoning
Instructions:
- In the crockpot, combine ground turkey, black beans, corn, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, salsa, chicken broth, and taco seasoning.
- Stir to mix well.
- Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
Serving Suggestions:
Top with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream for a hearty and filling meal.
5. Vegetable Soup
Ingredients:
- Carrots, diced
- Celery, diced
- Onion, diced
- 1 can of fire-roasted salsa
- 1 can of corn (drained)
- 1 can of black beans (washed and drained)
- Bell pepper (any color)
- Lentils
- Great Northern beans
- Tomato sauce
Instructions:
- In the crockpot, combine all the diced vegetables, salsa, corn, black beans, bell pepper, lentils, Great Northern beans, and tomato sauce.
- Stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
Serving Suggestions:
This filling soup is perfect for winter and can be enjoyed on its own or with a slice of bread.
Conclusion
These five budget-friendly crockpot recipes are not only easy to make but also delicious and satisfying. They are perfect for busy weeknights when you want to save time and money. Be sure to check the cost breakdown of each recipe in the description box of the video. If you're looking to save on groceries while still enjoying hearty meals, these recipes are a great place to start. Happy cooking!
