Dump and Go Recipes for Busy Days
Sometimes the best meals come with the least amount of effort. Dump-and-go recipes are a lifesaver, especially on those days when you're juggling a million things at once.
Just toss the ingredients in a pot or slow cooker, and let the magic happen. Here are some super easy, no-fuss dump-and-go recipes for your busy days.
➡ Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos Recipe
All you need is chicken, taco seasoning, and a can of salsa. Toss everything into your slow cooker, and a few hours later, you’ve got tender, juicy chicken perfect for tacos, burritos, or nachos.
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 packet taco seasoning
1 can salsa
Optional toppings: shredded cheese, lettuce, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole
Instructions:
Dump chicken breasts, taco seasoning, and salsa into the slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours. Shred chicken with two forks and serve with tortillas and your favorite taco toppings.
➡ One-Pot Pasta Primavera Recipe
This creamy, veggie-packed pasta is so simple to make, and it all comes together in one pot.
Ingredients:
12 oz pasta (penne or spaghetti)
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
In a large pot, combine pasta, broccoli, tomatoes, heavy cream, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until pasta is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed. Stir in Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
➡ Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs Recipe
Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs with a rich, smoky flavor, made effortlessly in your slow cooker.
Ingredients:
1 rack of baby back ribs
1 bottle of BBQ sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Season the ribs with salt and pepper, then place them in your slow cooker. Pour the BBQ sauce over the ribs, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Once done, remove and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
➡ Chicken Alfredo Casserole Recipe
This creamy, cheesy casserole is packed with flavor, and it’s ready to go in just a few steps.
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
2 cups cooked pasta
1 jar Alfredo sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
Combine cooked chicken, cooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, and mozzarella in a casserole dish. Top with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
➡ Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
A comforting, hearty meal with tender beef, potatoes, and vegetables, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker.
Ingredients:
1 lb beef stew meat
4 potatoes, diced
3 carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 cups beef broth
1 packet onion soup mix
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Place all ingredients in the slow cooker, stir to combine, and season with salt and pepper. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours. Serve hot and enjoy a cozy, delicious meal.
➡ Easy Crockpot Chili Recipe
A hearty chili made with ground beef, beans, and a rich tomato base, perfect for any time of year.
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
2 cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can diced tomatoes
1 packet chili seasoning
1 onion, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Brown ground beef in a pan and drain any excess fat. Dump the beef, beans, tomatoes, chili seasoning, and onion into your crockpot. Stir, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese, and cornbread.
➡ Dump and Go Chicken and Rice Recipe
This one-pot wonder requires minimal prep and delivers a satisfying, flavorful meal.
Ingredients:
2 cups chicken breast, cubed
1 cup rice
1 can cream of chicken soup
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Combine chicken, rice, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender. Stir in cheddar cheese, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
➡ Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe
This tangy, sweet, and savory chicken is perfect for serving over rice or noodles.
Ingredients:
4 chicken breasts
1 cup pineapple chunks
1/2 cup vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon ketchup
Instructions:
Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker. In a bowl, mix pineapple, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and ketchup. Pour over the chicken and cook on low for 4-6 hours. Shred the chicken, stir, and serve over rice or noodles.
➡ One Pot Taco Soup Recipe
A flavorful and filling soup with ground beef, beans, and all the classic taco toppings, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 can corn, drained
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can diced tomatoes
1 packet taco seasoning
4 cups beef broth
Instructions:
Brown ground beef in a pan and drain excess fat. Add all ingredients to a large pot, stir, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Serve with sour cream, cheese, and tortilla chips.
➡ Dump and Go Pot Roast Recipe
A simple pot roast with tender meat and vegetables, cooked to perfection in your slow cooker.
Ingredients:
3 lb chuck roast
4 potatoes, diced
3 carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
1 packet ranch seasoning
1 packet au jus mix
2 cups beef broth
Instructions:
Place all ingredients into the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until the meat is tender and easily shreds. Serve with the cooked veggies and a side of bread.
These dump-and-go recipes make it easy to get dinner on the table with minimal effort, so you can spend more time doing what you love!
