Busy Sunday and Weeknight Dinner Ideas | 10 Crock-Pot & 10 Air Fryer Recipes You’ll Love" "

 1. Crockpot Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 16 oz elbow macaroni (cooked al dente)
• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups milk
• 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
• ½ cup sour cream
• ¼ cup butter, melted
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add cooked macaroni to the crockpot.
2. Stir in cheddar cheese, milk, evaporated milk, sour cream, melted butter, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve warm and creamy.

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2. Crockpot Hamburger Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
• 4 medium potatoes, thinly sliced
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• ½ cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Layer potatoes, ground beef, onion, and vegetables in the crockpot.
2. Mix cream of mushroom soup and milk, then pour over the layers.
3. Sprinkle cheese on top.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve hot and cheesy.

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3. Crockpot Chicken Alfredo

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken breasts
• 1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo sauce
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 16 oz fettuccine pasta (cooked)

Instructions:

1. Place chicken in the crockpot. Add Alfredo sauce, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
2. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. Shred the chicken and stir in cooked pasta.
4. Serve creamy and delicious.

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4. Crockpot Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef stew meat
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 2 cups cooked egg noodles

Instructions:

1. Add beef, onion, soup, broth, and Worcestershire sauce to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
3. Stir in sour cream before serving over egg noodles.

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5. Crockpot Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. Serve with shredded cheese and sour cream on top.

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6. Crockpot BBQ Pulled Pork

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs pork shoulder
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Rub pork shoulder with paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
2. Place in the crockpot with onions and chicken broth.
3. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
4. Shred pork and mix in BBQ sauce. Serve on buns.

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7. Crockpot Lasagna

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 box no-boil lasagna noodles

Instructions:

1. Layer marinara sauce, lasagna noodles, ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan in the crockpot.
2. Repeat layers until ingredients are used.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours.
4. Serve hot.

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8. Crockpot Chicken and Rice

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken breasts
• 1 cup uncooked rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place chicken in the crockpot. Add rice, broth, and soup.
2. Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Stir before serving.

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9. Crockpot Taco Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup corn
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 3 cups beef broth

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. Serve with tortilla chips, shredded cheese, and sour cream.

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10. Crockpot Teriyaki Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken thighs
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ½ cup honey
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp minced ginger
• 1 cup broccoli (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Place chicken in the crockpot.
2. Mix soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, and ginger, then pour over chicken.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve with rice and steamed broccoli.

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11. Air Fryer Beef Stir Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef sirloin, sliced into thin strips
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Marinate beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger for 15 minutes.
2. Toss vegetables in a little soy sauce and sesame oil.
3. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
4. Add beef and vegetables in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
5. Serve over rice or noodles.

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12. Air Fryer Chicken Fajitas

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 packet fajita seasoning
• Tortillas (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Toss chicken, peppers, and onion with olive oil and fajita seasoning.
2. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
3. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through.
4. Serve with warm tortillas and toppings like salsa or sour cream.

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13. Air Fryer Salmon and Veggies

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., zucchini, cherry tomatoes)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brush salmon and veggies with olive oil, then season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
3. Cook salmon and veggies for 8-10 minutes.
4. Serve immediately.

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14. Air Fryer Meatloaf Minis

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Shape into 4 mini meatloaves.
2. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
3. Cook for 15-18 minutes, brushing with extra ketchup halfway through.
4. Serve with mashed potatoes or veggies.

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15. Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Buffalo or BBQ sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Toss wings with olive oil and seasonings.
2. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
3. Cook for 20-25 minutes, shaking every 5-7 minutes.
4. Toss in sauce before serving.

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16. Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• Tortillas
• Toppings: shredded cabbage, lime, and sour cream

Instructions:

1. Toss shrimp with olive oil and spices.
2. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
3. Cook shrimp for 6-8 minutes.
4. Serve in tortillas with toppings.

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17. Air Fryer Pork Chops

Ingredients:

• 4 bone-in pork chops
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper

Instructions:

1. Rub pork chops with olive oil and seasonings.
2. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
3. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
4. Serve with a side of vegetables or rice.

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18. Air Fryer Stuffed Bell Peppers

Ingredients:

• 4 large bell peppers, tops removed and seeds removed
• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions:

1. Mix ground meat, rice, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning. Stuff into bell peppers.
2. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
3. Cook for 12-15 minutes, adding cheese on top for the last 2-3 minutes.
4. Serve hot.

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19.Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Ingredients:

• 8 chicken drumsticks
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Toss drumsticks with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
3. Cook for 20-25 minutes, brushing with BBQ sauce halfway through.
4. Serve with coleslaw or baked beans.

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20. Air Fryer Loaded Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions:

1. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork. Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
2. Cook sweet potatoes for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway through.
3. Slice open and stuff with bacon, cheese, sour cream, and green onions.

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