5 Delicious Recipes to Warm Up Your Fall Days
Hey y’all! Who’s ready for some fall recipes? Fall is my absolute favorite time of year, and it’s the perfect time to be in the kitchen, cooking up all those cozy, comforting dishes. Today, I’m excited to share five amazing crock-pot recipes that will make your fall days extra delicious. Whether you’re looking for a hearty sandwich or a juicy chicken dinner, I’ve got you covered. Let’s get started!
1. Cowboy sandwiches
This recipe has been floating around the internet for years, and today, it’s finally time to try it out. These sandwiches are hearty, flavorful, and perfect for any fall gathering.
Ingredients:
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- Lory’s Seasoned Salt
- Onion powder
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 jalapeños (diced)
- 1 big spoonful of minced garlic
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ package cooked bacon (reserve half for topping)
- French’s Fried Onions
- Kaiser buns
- Sliced cheese (I used Monterey Jack)
Instructions:
1. Season the roast
Start by seasoning the beef chuck roast with Lory’s seasoned salt and onion powder (or the onion flavor you prefer).
2. Assemble the ingredients
In your crock-pot, add the beef, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, jalapeños, and crumbled bacon. Stir everything together.
3. Slow cook
Cover with the lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours, depending on your crock-pot.
4. Shred the beef
Once cooked and tender, shred the beef using two forks.
5. Toast the buns
Lightly butter and toast the buns, then assemble your sandwich by adding a slice of cheese, the shredded beef, French’s fried onions, and a slice of crispy bacon.
Pair with your favorite side (I chose waffle fries and Caesar salad), and enjoy!
2. Crock-pot chicken legs
Next, we’re making crock-pot chicken legs. Trust me, these are the most tender and flavorful chicken legs you’ll ever taste, and they’re so easy to make!
Ingredients:
- Chicken legs (enough to feed your family)
- All-purpose flour
- Sea salt and black pepper
- Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika
- McCormick Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning
- Chicken broth (about 1/4 cup)
- ½ stick butter
Instructions:
1. Prepare the chicken
Start by removing the skin from each chicken leg. Use a paper towel to help pull off the skin.
2. Season the chicken
Layer the chicken legs in your crock-pot. Season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and rotisserie chicken seasoning.
3. Add broth & butter
Pour chicken broth into the bottom and add slices of butter over the chicken.
4. Slow cook
Cook on high for 4 hours.
Serve with mashed potatoes (drizzle the drippings over them) and a side of broccoli. The chicken will be fall-off-the-bone tender!
3. Crock-pot meatloaf
Meatloaf is a classic comfort food, and making it in the crock-pot is a game-changer. You’ll love how juicy and tender it turns out!
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs ground beef
- ¾ cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup ketchup
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions:
1. Prepare the meat
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, parsley, milk, eggs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix everything together with your hands.
2. Form the loaf
Line your crock-pot with tin foil and spray with cooking spray. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in the crock-pot.
3. Make the glaze
Mix ketchup, brown sugar, and balsamic vinegar. Drizzle half over the meatloaf.
4. Slow cook
Cover and cook on high for 3 hours (or low for 6).
5. Finishing touches
Once done, drain any excess grease, then add the remaining glaze and cook for another 15-20 minutes.
Slice and serve with peas and scalloped potatoes.
4. Mississippi pork tenderloin
If you’ve ever had Mississippi pot roast, you’ve got to try it with pork tenderloin. It’s a budget-friendly, melt-in-your-mouth meal!
Ingredients:
- 2.5 lbs pork tenderloin
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet au jus gravy mix
- 8-10 pepperoncini peppers
- 1 stick of butter
Instructions:
1. Prepare the pork
Trim the silver skin off the pork tenderloin and place it in the crock-pot.
2. Add the seasonings
Sprinkle the ranch and au jus gravy mix over the pork. Add the pepperoncini peppers (and a splash of juice).
3. Cook
Add the stick of butter on top and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
4. Shred
Once the pork is tender, shred it with two forks.
Serve it over rice or in a sandwich on a bun. Either way, it’s delicious!
5. Angel chicken
Last but not least, we’re making angel chicken—a creamy, zesty chicken dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy fall dinner.
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 packet zesty Italian dressing mix
- 2 tbsp jarred minced garlic
- ½ block cream cheese
- ½ stick butter
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- Angel hair pasta (about half a box)
Instructions:
1. Cook the chicken
Place the chicken breasts in your crock-pot. Sprinkle with the Italian dressing mix and garlic.
2. Add the sauce
Add the cream cheese, butter, and cream of chicken soup. Pour in the chicken broth to help get all the soup out of the can.
3. Slow cook
Cook on low for 3-4 hours.
4. Shred the chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the sauce.
5. Cook the pasta
Cook the angel hair pasta, drain it, and stir it into the chicken mixture.
Top with parmesan cheese and serve with a side of air-fried Brussels sprouts and rolls.
I hope this tutorial gives you some delicious new ideas for your fall menu! These recipes are all perfect for cozy dinners, and they’re all super easy to make in the crockpot.
Which one are you most excited to try first? Let me know in the comments what your favorite fall crock-pot recipe is. I can’t wait to try more new dishes this season!
Comments
Join the conversation
Thanks for sharing your recipes, they all sound delicious 😋😋