2 Quick and Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes for Kids
When cooking for children, serving fancy or over-the-top dishes is not ideal. They eat what looks and tastes familiar to them. It not only takes into account the taste, but also how the dish will look: children are more likely to eat foods that they like. So get out your crock pot and whip up these delicious kid-friendly slow cooker recipes – you’re sure to end up with lots of happy faces and satisfied tummies!
Slow Cooker Pizza Casserole
What do you need:
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3 1/2 cups tomato sauce
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2 small pasta cups
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2 cups of cubed ham
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1 1/4 cups chopped mushrooms
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1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
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1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
In a crock pot, combine the tomato sauce, ham, mushrooms, onion, and green pepper. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then season with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes. Stir ingredients until well combined. Cover and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours. When the casserole is almost done, cook the pasta al dente according to the package directions. Stir into the pan, mix and serve.
Easy Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken
What do you need:
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1 kilo of boneless and skinless chicken breasts
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 cup chopped white onion
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1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
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1/2 cup of honey
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1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
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1/4 cup cold water
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3 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh ginger
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1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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toasted sesame seeds for serving
Combine garlic, onion, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, ginger, and black pepper in a bowl. Place the chicken in the bottom of a crock pot, then pour the mixture over it. Cover and cook for 4 to 5 hours on low heat. When done, transfer chicken to a bowl and shred. Transfer sauce from crock pot to skillet. Combine the water and cornstarch in a bowl then add to the sauce. Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat until thickened, about 2 to 3 minutes. Pour the sauce over the shredded chicken and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
If you’re looking for easy to make yet delicious slow cooker recipes for kids, these dishes are a great place to start. Quick and simple yet engaging for kids and adults alike!
