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 foods should not go in a slow cooker? ›

10 Foods You Should Never Make in a Slow Cooker
  1. Raw Meat.
  2. Seafood.
  3. Pasta.
  4. Rice.
  5. Delicate Vegetables.
  6. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
  7. Dairy.
  8. Wine and Other Liquor.
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What can I use as a slow cooker? ›

To mimic a slow cooker, you can use a dutch oven or covered casserole dish in a very low oven preheated to 200° Fahrenheit (United States) or 95° Celsius. Some new wall ovens and ranges include a preset “slow cook” function, then automatically switch to “keep warm” when the cooking time is over.

Can you put raw meat straight into a slow cooker? ›

Yes, you most certainly can cook raw meat in the slow cooker! You put it in “cold”, with whatever liquid your recipe calls for, turn it on either “low” or “high” depending on your recipe (I usually start it on “high” for a couple hours, then turn it to “low”), and in 6–7–8 hours, it's now COOKED meat!

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 it safe to leave a slow cooker on all day? ›

Are slow cookers safe to leave on? Yes, it's safe to leave a slow cooker on when you leave the house. The purpose of a slow cooker is to allow you to cook while you aren't home. Slow cookers simmer food slowly, killing bacteria and raising meat to the perfect internal temperature.

Is there anything you can't cook in a slow cooker? ›

Fish, shellfish, oysters and clams need to be cooked quickly. Obviously, slow cooking isn't quick, and it will obliterate these delicate proteins. The only seafood exceptions are squid and octopus because they tend to be tough meats and slow cooking makes them tender.

What is the food danger zone in a slow cooker? ›

A safe slow cooker, cooks slow enough for unattended cooking, yet fast enough to keep food out of the bacterial danger zone. In the danger zone (above 40°F to below 140°F), bacteria grows very rapidly.

Can you put raw hamburger in a slow cooker? ›

Yes, you can totally cook raw beef in a slow cooker. Many slow-cooker chili recipes have a step for browning the beef before it goes into the Crock-Pot. While this step isn't necessary, caramelizing the meat creates richer, bolder flavors.

What are the disadvantages of slow cooking? ›

What are the disadvantages of a slow cooker? Slow cookers only apply heat to the bottom of the crock, which cuts down on their ability to reduce liquids and brown foods, and develop flavor the same way a Dutch oven or pressure cooker can.

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