Today, I’m messing around with my 3-quart Crock-Pot. It’s not huge, but hey, it gets the job done for a few easy meals. I’ve got three recipes lined up, so let’s get into it.
Recipe 1: Lemon Garlic Chicken
First up, I’m throwing in a couple of chicken breasts. No need to get fancy, just plop them in there. Then, I’m squeezing in the juice of one lemon – got to get all that zesty goodness. Next, I mince up about three cloves of garlic. If you love garlic, maybe throw in an extra one, I won’t judge. A dash of salt and pepper, and that’s it. I set it to low for about 6 hours. The waiting is the worst part, but it is always worth it in the end.
- Started by placing 2 chicken breasts in the Crock-Pot.
- Squeezed one lemon over the chicken.
- Minced and added 3-4 garlic cloves.
- Seasoned with salt and pepper.
- Cooked on low for 6 hours.
Recipe 2: BBQ Pulled Pork
This one’s a classic. I grab a small pork shoulder, about 2 pounds. It fits perfectly in the 3-quart pot. I pour in a cup of my favorite BBQ sauce – use whatever brand you like. Then, I add a splash of apple cider vinegar, maybe a quarter cup, and a tablespoon of brown sugar for some sweetness. Mix it around a bit, and then I set it on low for 8 hours. When it’s done, I shred the pork with a couple of forks. It just falls apart, which is exactly what we want. Slap that on some buns, and you’ve got yourself a meal.
- Placed a 2-pound pork shoulder in the pot.
- Poured in 1 cup of BBQ sauce.
- Added ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar.
- Stirred in 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.
- Cooked on low for 8 hours.
- Shredded the pork with forks.
Recipe 3: Beef Stew
For the stew, I use about a pound of stew meat. I toss it in the pot with some chopped veggies. I usually go for carrots, potatoes, and onions. Chop them up, throw them in – easy peasy. Then I pour in a cup of beef broth, a can of diced tomatoes, and a bit of Worcestershire sauce for that extra flavor. Give it a good stir, then cook on low for about 7 hours. The meat gets super tender, and the veggies soak up all that delicious broth. Perfect for a chilly evening.
- Tossed 1 pound of stew meat into the Crock-Pot.
- Added chopped carrots, potatoes, and onions.
- Poured in 1 cup of beef broth.
- Added a can of diced tomatoes.
- Mixed in a dash of Worcestershire sauce.
- Stirred everything together.
- Cooked on low for 7 hours.
So, there you have it – three simple recipes for a 3-quart Crock-Pot. I love using it cause I can just throw everything in, set it, and forget it. By the time I’m done with work or whatever, dinner’s ready. It is not going to feed an army, but for a simple meal, it is perfect.
