Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (2024)

By Sophie Van Tiggelen 4 Comments

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Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (2)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.

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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

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (5)2 – Chicken Soup – Coconut Contentment

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (6)3 – Pork Belly with Black Olives and Garlic – A Squirrel in the Kitchen

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (7)4 – Beef Pumpkin Curry – Fed and Fulfilled

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (8)5 – Summer Beef Stew with Chilled Thyme Pesto – Autoimmune Wellness

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (9)6 – Chicken Stew with Plums, Carrots, and Apples – A Squirrel in the Kitchen

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (10)7 – Sage Pulled Pork – A Squirrel in the Kitchen

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (11)8 – Orange Pineapple Chicken Drumsticks – Real Food Love

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (12)9 – Asian-Style Short Ribs – Savory Lotus (omit the garnish for strict AIP)

Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (13)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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    • Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (18)Sophie Van Tiggelen says

      Thanks Lori for creating such delicious recipes! – Sophie

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  1. Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (19)Jacinta says

    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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Simple AIP – My top 10 Slow Cooker Recipes - A Squirrel in the Kitchen (2024)

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What is best to cook in a slow cooker? ›

Easy slow-cooker recipes
  • Slow-cooker beef stew. This hearty stew is full of iron, protein and natural antioxidants. ...
  • Slow-cooked brisket with red wine, thyme and onions. ...
  • Slow-cooker gammon in cider. ...
  • Slow-cooker pulled pork. ...
  • Slow-cooker chilli. ...
  • Slow-cooker beef bourguignon. ...
  • Slow-cooker sausage casserole. ...
  • Lamb kleftiko.

Do you need more or less liquid in a slow cooker? ›

5. Reduce liquid when using a slow cooker. Because your slow cooker will have a tightly sealed lid, the liquid won't evaporate so if you're adapting a standard recipe, it's best to reduce the liquid by roughly a third. It should just cover the meat and vegetables.

Should food be covered with liquid in a slow cooker? ›

Water or liquid is necessary to create steam. When cooking meat or poultry, the water or liquid level should cover the ingredients to ensure effective heat transfer throughout the crock. Some manufacturers of slow cookers recommend adding liquid to fill the stoneware 1/2 to 3/4 full.

Why are my slow cooker meals so watery? ›

5 Tips for Thickening Slow Cooker Soups, Stews, and Sauces
  • Prop the lid up for evaporation.
  • Purée your soup or stew a little.
  • Add a slurry at the end.
  • Enrich with canned milk.
  • Add a little starch.
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Can you put raw meat in a slow cooker? ›

Yes, you can add raw steak to a slow cooker to cook it to your desired doneness level.

What is the difference between a slow cooker and a crockpot? ›

However, Crockpots generally have ceramic or porcelain pots, while most slow cookers have a metal pot. As with a lot of cooking appliances, the biggest difference comes from the distribution of heat.

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.

What liquid is best for slow cooker? ›

To ensure the dinner cooks correctly and doesn't get soggy, decrease the amount of liquids you add. Usually only ½ to 1 cup of liquid does the trick. And, for extra flavorful results, try using liquid like broth, wine, or juice, instead of just plain water.

What is the best meat to slow cook in a slow cooker? ›

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.

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