3 Drooling-Worthy Herb and Spice Crockpot Recipes to Try

Using a slow cooker for cooking is perfect for anyone who wants to come home and enjoy a delicious home cooked meal. If you have a full-time job but still want to cook and eat healthy food, a slow cooker is just what you need. To make regular stews and soups healthier and more flavorful, get in the habit of adding all-natural herbs and spices to your recipes. Get creative for more unique and drool-worthy meals!

Here are 3 herb and spice crockpot recipes you need to try right now:

1. Crockpot Chili Chicken

What do you need:

• 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cups diced tomatoes
• 2 cups of green sauce
• 2 cups of navy beans
• 1 3/4 cup corn kernels
• 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon green chilies
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste

In your slow cooker, combine the onion, diced tomatoes, salsa verde, navy beans, corn, chicken broth, chiles, oregano, and cumin. Stir until all ingredients are well combined. Place chicken breasts on top of mixture. Toss to coat. Simmer for 6-8 hours, until chicken flakes easily with a fork. When done, shred chicken completely, return to slow cooker and stir. Serve warm.

two. Herb Crusted Slow Cooker Roast Pork

What do you need:

• 1/2 kilo roast pork (without fat)
• 1/3 cup dry white wine
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano

Mix ginger, garlic powder, salt, celery salt, black pepper, mustard, basil, thyme, and oregano in a small bowl. On fat side of roast, cut 1/4-inch-deep slots about 1 1/2 inches apart. Rub the herb mixture all over the roast, making sure it’s completely covered. Place the meat in the slow cooker. Pour the wine over it, then drizzle with honey. Cook on high heat for 3-4 hours or until pork roast is tender.

3. Stuffed Onion and Celery Crockpot

What do you need:

• 2 beaten eggs
• 12 cups white bread, cubed
• 4 cups of chicken broth
• 1 cup of butter
• 2 cups of chopped onion
• 2 cups of chopped celery
• 1 cup of mushroom
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried marjoram
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sage
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté the onion, celery, mushrooms, and parsley until tender. Place vegetables in a large bowl, add breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, thyme, marjoram, sage, and poultry seasoning. Toss to mix ingredients well. Add the broth and eggs. Transfer everything to a slow cooker and cook over high heat for 40-50 minutes. Reduce heat to low and then cook for another 6-8 hours.

Try these delicious slow cooker recipes with herbs and spices and enjoy a healthy and satisfying meal.