Busy with the Bowers (2026)

11/06/2026

🩷 Honey Mustard Chicken

If you’re a busy mom who doesn’t want to overthink dinner tonight, this dump-and-go crockpot meal is one of the easiest dinners you’ll ever make. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
* ½ cup honey
* ½ cup Dijon mustard
* ¼ cup yellow mustard
* 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* ½ tsp salt
* ¼ tsp black pepper
* 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for a thicker sauce)
* Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the chicken into the crockpot.
2. Whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
4. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
5. Shred or slice the chicken and stir into the sauce.
6. For a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch slurry during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
7. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve.

💡 Serving Ideas:

* Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.
* Pair with roasted broccoli or green beans.
* Spoon the extra sauce over everything.
* Use leftovers for wraps or sandwiches.
* Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep!

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11/06/2026

🩷 Sweet Garlic Chicken

If you’re a busy mom who doesn’t want to overthink dinner tonight, this one is on repeat at our house. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
* ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
* ⅓ cup honey
* 5 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ground ginger)
* 1 tbsp sesame oil (optional)
* 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for a thicker sauce)
* Sesame seeds and sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the chicken thighs into the crockpot.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken.
4. Cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
5. Shred or slice the chicken and stir into the sauce.
6. If you’d like a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch slurry during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
7. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

💡 Serving Ideas:

* Serve over white or brown rice.
* Pair with steamed broccoli or green beans.
* Make easy rice bowls with veggies.
* Wrap in lettuce cups for a lighter meal.
* Perfect for meal prep lunches!

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11/06/2026

🩷 Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Potatoes

If you’re a busy mom who doesn’t want to overthink dinner tonight, this one is on repeat at our house. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 1½ lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
* 1½ lbs baby potatoes, halved
* 4 tbsp butter, melted
* 5 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
* 1 tsp Italian seasoning
* ½ tsp salt
* ½ tsp black pepper
* ½ tsp paprika (optional)
* Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the baby potatoes in the bottom of your crockpot.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Add the steak bites over the potatoes.
4. Pour the garlic butter mixture over everything and toss gently.
5. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the steak is cooked through.
6. Give everything a gentle stir before serving.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

💡 Serving Ideas:

* Serve with a side salad.
* Pair with roasted green beans or broccoli.
* Spoon the garlic butter over everything.
* Add warm crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
* Great for easy meal prep!

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11/06/2026

🩷 French Dip Beef

If you’re a busy mom who wants dinner to feel a little cozy without doing a ton of work, this one is such an easy win. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 3 lbs chuck roast
* 2 cups beef broth
* 1 packet au jus gravy mix
* 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
* 4 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
* ½ tsp black pepper
* Hoagie rolls, for serving
* Provolone cheese, optional

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the sliced onions in the bottom of your crockpot.
2. Add the chuck roast on top.
3. Sprinkle with au jus mix, garlic, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
4. Pour beef broth around the roast.
5. Cook on LOW for 8 hours, until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
6. Shred the beef with two forks.
7. Serve on hoagie rolls with provolone cheese if desired.
8. Use the extra broth in the crockpot for dipping.

💡 Serving Ideas:

* Serve with roasted potatoes.
* Pair with a side salad.
* Make sliders for kids.
* Serve over mashed potatoes.
* Use leftovers in quesadillas.

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11/06/2026

🩷 Creamy Italian Chicken

If you’re a busy mom who doesn’t want to overthink dinner tonight, this one is on repeat at our house. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* 1 packet Italian dressing seasoning mix
* 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
* 1 cup chicken broth
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* ½ tsp black pepper
* ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
* Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
2. Sprinkle with the Italian dressing seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
3. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
4. Top with the cubed cream cheese.
5. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
6. Shred or slice the chicken and stir until the cream cheese is fully incorporated into the sauce.
7. Mix in the Parmesan cheese until melted.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.

💡 Serving Ideas:

* Serve over pasta.
* Spoon over mashed potatoes.
* Pair with broccoli or green beans.
* Serve with rice or cauliflower rice.
* Enjoy with a side salad and crusty bread.

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10/06/2026

🩷 Taco Ranch Chicken

If you’re a busy mom who doesn’t want to overthink dinner tonight, this one is on repeat at our house. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* 1 packet taco seasoning
* 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
* 1 (10 oz) can Rotel, undrained
* ½ cup chicken broth
* 4 oz cream cheese
* 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
* Fresh cilantro (optional)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the chicken in the crockpot.
2. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and ranch seasoning.
3. Pour the Rotel and chicken broth over the top.
4. Add the cream cheese.
5. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
6. Shred the chicken with two forks.
7. Stir in the shredded cheddar until melted and creamy.
8. Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve.

💡 Serving Ideas:

* Stuff into tacos or burritos.
* Serve over rice.
* Make taco salad bowls.
* Scoop onto nachos.
* Perfect for meal prep!

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10/06/2026

🩷 Creamy Italian Chicken

If you’re a busy mom who wants a dinner that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen (when you definitely didn’t 😅), this creamy Italian chicken deserves a permanent spot in your meal rotation. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese
* 1 packet Italian dressing seasoning mix
* 1 cup chicken broth
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
* ½ tsp black pepper
* Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the chicken breasts into the crockpot.
2. Sprinkle the Italian dressing seasoning over the chicken.
3. Add the minced garlic and pour in the chicken broth.
4. Place the block of cream cheese on top.
5. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or until the chicken is tender.
6. Shred the chicken with two forks and stir until the cream cheese is fully incorporated into the sauce.
7. Mix in the Parmesan cheese and let cook for another 5–10 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve.

💡 Serving Ideas

* Serve over pasta.
* Spoon over mashed potatoes.
* Serve with steamed broccoli or green beans.
* Pair with rice for an easy weeknight meal.
* Use leftovers for creamy chicken sandwiches or wraps.

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10/06/2026

🩷 Honey BBQ Pulled Chicken

If you’re a busy mom who wants dinner to practically make itself, this sweet and smoky crockpot chicken is one of the easiest meals you’ll ever throw together. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* 1½ cups BBQ sauce (your favorite)
* ¼ cup honey
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tsp onion powder
* ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
* ½ tsp salt
* ½ tsp black pepper

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, honey, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the sauce over the chicken, making sure it’s well coated.
4. Cook on LOW for 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
5. Remove the chicken and shred with two forks, or shred directly in the crockpot.
6. Stir everything together until the chicken is coated in the sauce.
7. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

💡 Serving Ideas

* Serve on brioche buns with coleslaw.
* Spoon over mashed potatoes or rice.
* Make BBQ chicken wraps with shredded cheddar.
* Add to baked potatoes.
* Use leftovers for sliders the next day.

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10/06/2026

🩷 Garlic Butter Chicken & Potatoes

If you’re a busy mom who doesn’t want to overthink dinner tonight, this one is on repeat at our house. 🤍

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

* 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* 1½ lbs baby potatoes, halved
* 1 cup chicken broth
* 4 tbsp butter, sliced
* 5 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tsp Italian seasoning
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* ½ tsp salt
* ½ tsp black pepper
* ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
* Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Place the baby potatoes in the bottom of your crockpot.
2. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
3. Lay the chicken over the potatoes.
4. Pour the chicken broth into the crockpot.
5. Top with the minced garlic and slices of butter.
6. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
7. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
8. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve.

💡 Serving Ideas:

* Add a side salad.
* Serve with green beans or broccoli.
* Spoon the buttery garlic sauce over everything.

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