3 Dump and Go Crockpot Dinners for Under $30 at Walmart (MM#6)
Crockpot dump-and-go dinners are some of the most requested meals I get and it’s easy to see why! They’re quick to prep, full of flavor, and perfect for busy families. This mini menu includes three delicious slow cooker meals that are not only easy to make but also super budget friendly.
I picked up everything I needed for just $29.18 at Walmart for a total of 13 items. And the best part? These recipes are flexible and easy to adapt based on what you already have at home, so you can save money, reduce waste, and still get dinner on the table with minimal effort.
Grocery Items Needed for the Mini Menu
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Sweet Chili Pineapple Chicken with Peppers & Rice
My husband is a little obsessed with sweet chili sauce right now and it definitely adds a little spice and sweetness. If you are not a fan of spice, you can easily substitute the chili sauce with sweet and sour sauce. This can also be a great leftover buster for veggies like raw carrots or you can swap out the peppers & onions for a stir fry kit!
Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos with Lime Rice & Corn
Salsa chicken is one of my favorite dump and go crockpot meals, so this time we switched it up a little to be salsa verde (the green salsa). You can easily up the amount of salsa if you like the flavor here, so play this one with your heart. I am a huge fan of avocado with salsa verde, but you can totally leave it out if you are not a fan.
Cheesy Tomato Chicken Pasta
This chicken crockpot pasta is totally giving me chicken parmesan vibes but just minus the breading part. This one is so easy and so versatile as well. You could easily add raw or canned mushrooms, throw some extra veggies in here like shredded carrots or zucchini. Literally this is a great start to use up anything you have in your fridge!
Possible Variations
Boneless skinless chicken breasts are super popular and a common item, but you can easily change that out. These recipes will work with chicken thighs, chicken tenderloins, and even leg quarters.
Just note that sometimes bone-in chicken does take longer to cook, so if you are cooking on high it may take the upper listed amount of time compared to boneless chicken.
Free Printable List & Recipes
Here is a 1-page cheat sheet that includes the grocery list as well as all the recipes you need to make this budget mini menu work!
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