By Sophie Van Tiggelen 4 Comments
I am always on the lookout for ways to simplify my life. I need simple AIP recipes because, honestly, there are time when I am just holding on for dear life and it’s all I can do to get food on my table at all. Life can be busy (and stressful) and I don’t always have the time, or the energy, to put in the effort that AIP often requires. It is, of course, at these times of stress that I need to lean into AIP the most, which can make it feel that much more difficult.
So what do I do? I turn to recipes that will give me a lot of bang for my buck. I look for recipes that are easily thrown together, use simple ingredients that I probably already have on hand, and that will see me through several meals. I lean on tried and true basics.
What are my go-to’s? My slow cooker and my instant pot.
Appliances that were once the domain of our grannies are now hot commodities. You can find a decent slow cookerfor under $35.00, and while an instant pot is a bit more of an investment, it’s worth it for the convenience factor. With both a slow cooker and an Instant Pot all you have to do is throw in your ingredients and walk away. You’re done. You barely even have to clean up. On the days I am feeling stressed, that’s about as simple an answer to, “What’s for dinner?” as I could ever hope to get.
My Top 10 Favorite Slow Cooker Recipes for a Simple AIP Meal:
1 – Rustic Root Vegetable Soup with Meatballs – A Squirrel in the Kitchen
2 – Chicken Soup – Coconut Contentment
3 – Pork Belly with Black Olives and Garlic – A Squirrel in the Kitchen
4 – Beef Pumpkin Curry – Fed and Fulfilled
5 – Summer Beef Stew with Chilled Thyme Pesto – Autoimmune Wellness
6 – Chicken Stew with Plums, Carrots, and Apples – A Squirrel in the Kitchen
7 – Sage Pulled Pork – A Squirrel in the Kitchen
8 – Orange Pineapple Chicken Drumsticks – Real Food Love
9 – Asian-Style Short Ribs – Savory Lotus (omit the garnish for strict AIP)
10 – Pork Tenderloin – Adventures of a Sick Chick
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About Sophie Van Tiggelen
Sophie Van Tiggelen is a passionate foodie, recipe developer, author, and photographer. Diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis in 2009, she used the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) to reverse her condition, and today, Sophie lives a full and vibrant life free from the anxiety and flare-ups that often accompany autoimmune diseases. With her food and lifestyle blog, A Squirrel in the Kitchen, Sophie shares her AIP experience and empowers others to develop new habits to promote good health and wellness. Through years of experience, she has developed simple strategies to be successful on AIP, including numerous mouth-watering, allergen-free recipes that everyone (even those without autoimmune diseases) can enjoy. Sophie is on a mission to make the Autoimmune Protocol - and all that it encompasses - more accessible and sustainable for anyone looking for a more nutritious, more delicious, more health-conscious life.
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Thank you for including my recipe in your roundup! All these recipes look delicious!
Thanks Lori for creating such delicious recipes! – Sophie
It’s getting cold in Australia so I will be looking forward to trying some of these AIP slow cooker recipes – thanks 🙂
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FAQs
10 Foods You Should Never Make in a Slow Cooker
- Raw Meat.
- Seafood.
- Pasta.
- Rice.
- Delicate Vegetables.
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
- Dairy.
- Wine and Other Liquor.
Choose the right cut: Chuck roasts, short ribs, pork shoulders and lamb shanks (think fatty and tougher meats) become meltingly tender with the moist, low heat of a slow cooker. Leaner cuts like pork tenderloin tend to dry out. Likewise, dark meat chicken — thighs, drumsticks, etc.
Is 4 hours on high the same as 8 hours on low in a slow cooker? ›
The difference between "High" and "Low" on slow cookers seems to differ with every brand and model. One thing that is consistent, though, is that food takes seven to eight hours to reach a simmer point (around 210°) on low; versus three to four hours on high.
Do you put hot or cold water in a slow cooker when cooking? ›
Preheat the cooker and add hot liquids, if possible. Preheating the crock before adding ingredients or cooking on the highest setting for the first hour will ensure a rapid heat start and will shorten the time foods are in the temperature danger zone.
Can you put raw meat straight into a slow cooker? ›
Can you put meat straight into a slow cooker? Meat can be added directly unseared and not browned. However, browning meat and caramelising the beef is a great way to add depth of flavour and improve the visual appearance of the final dish.
What is the healthiest meat to slow cook? ›
common lean roasts found in the grocery store
- chuck tender roast. A lean roast that requires slow cooking to tenderize.
- shoulder roast. An inexpensive chuck cut with good flavor and good for roasting or slow cooking.
- rump roast. A boneless and lean cut ideal for slow cooking.
- eye of round roast.
Chuck roast is one of the more popular slow-cooker options because of how tender and flavorful it becomes after several hours of cooking on low.
Does meat get more tender the longer it cooks in a slow cooker? ›
Your meat will be juicier and more tender
The longer cooking time and the low heat complement each other perfectly. As a result, even though the meat is cooked for far longer, it doesn't dry out because the temperature is low. As a result, this is the best way to retain all the natural juices of the meat.
Can I leave food in a slow cooker overnight off? ›
Is it safe to leave a slow cooker on overnight? The short answer: Yes. slow cookers are made to cook food for extensive periods of time (some can be left up to 24 hours). But, of course, follow safe practices outlined in your instruction manual, and keep the appliance on low or warm, as opposed to high, overnight.
Can I put frozen chicken in the crockpot? ›
Information. It is best to thaw meat or poultry before putting it into a slow cooker. Frozen pieces will take longer to reach a safe internal temperature and could possibly result in foodborne illness. Frozen or partially frozen foods can also cool everything else in the slow cooker.
While slow cooker recipes are designed to cook for extended periods of time, they can still become overcooked if left on the wrong setting for too long. In general, it's best to stick to the indicated cook time on the recipe you're following.
What vegetables should not be added to a slow cooker? ›
Tender vegetables
Vegetables such as peas, asparagus and peppers can become a flavorless, mushy mess in a slow cooker.
Should I stir a slow cooker? ›
Should I stir ingredients in my Crockpot slow cooker while they're cooking? Although you may be tempted, resist the urge to check on the ingredients during the cooking process! Lifting the lid allows heat and steam to escape, which will cause you to have to increase the cooking time.
Should you flip meat in a slow cooker? ›
Should I Flip My Roast In The Slow Cooker?: There is no need to flip meat in a crock pot. In fact, I don't recommend trying it because it will be more hassle than it's worth.
What are the disadvantages of a slow cooker? ›
Food texture changes: Canned foods, such as vegetables, can become too mushy in a slow cooker. It's better to use them fresh or frozen. But, frozen veggies tend to make the texture of the dish more “watery”.
Can you just throw everything into a slow cooker? ›
One of the main attractions for many people is the ease of a slow cooker, so when you're looking for recipes, avoid those that suggest a lot of pre-preparation. For many dishes, particularly soups and stews, you really can just throw all the ingredients in.
What's the difference between slow cooker and Crockpot? ›
A slow cooker and a Crockpot are the same thing, essentially. A slow cooker is an appliance of which there are lots of brands. Crockpot is one brand of slow cooker. Crockpot popularized slow cookers when they launched their version in the 1970s.
I am always on the lookout for ways to simplify my life. I need simple AIP recipes because, honestly, there are time when I am just holding on for dear life and it’s all I can do to get food on my table at all. Life can be busy (and stressful) and I don’t always have the time, or the energy, to put in the effort that AIP often requires. It is, of course, at these times of stress that I need to lean into AIP the most, which can make it feel that much more difficult.
2 – Chicken Soup – Coconut Contentment
3 – Pork Belly with Black Olives and Garlic – A Squirrel in the Kitchen
4 – Beef Pumpkin Curry – Fed and Fulfilled
5 – Summer Beef Stew with Chilled Thyme Pesto – Autoimmune Wellness
6 – Chicken Stew with Plums, Carrots, and Apples – A Squirrel in the Kitchen
7 – Sage Pulled Pork – A Squirrel in the Kitchen
8 – Orange Pineapple Chicken Drumsticks – Real Food Love
9 – Asian-Style Short Ribs – Savory Lotus (omit the garnish for strict AIP)
10 – Pork Tenderloin – Adventures of a Sick Chick
