Description
A hearty, flavorful dish that practically cooks itself, perfect for busy weekdays or cozy weekends. This Ninja slow cooker recipe combines tender protein, fresh vegetables, and rich spices, creating a meal that’s comforting, versatile, and easy to make. It’s ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, beef stew meat, or pork shoulder
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp tomato paste, cream, or coconut milk for richness
Instructions
- Prep vegetables and protein.
- Sear meat on all sides using the sear function (optional).
- Layer vegetables in the slow cooker, then add protein and seasonings.
- Pour in broth, covering roughly half of the ingredients.
- Set Ninja slow cooker on high (4-6 hours) or low (6-8 hours).
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Optional: Thicken sauce by removing lid or adding cornstarch slurry.
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or as is, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Add quick-cooking vegetables near the end to prevent mushiness.
- Adjust spices to taste for personalized flavor.
- Freezes well for future meals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-8 hours (depending on slow cooker setting)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg