23 Big Pot Dinners That Hold Up for Latecomers

When everyone gets home at different times, dinner needs to be something that doesn't demand everyone sit down at once. These hearty pot roasts, slow-cooked meats, stews, and one-pot meals are perfect for evenings when someone is running late. Many can stay warm in a covered pot or slow cooker, while others are easy to portion out and reheat. That means everyone can enjoy a satisfying homemade dinner, even when schedules don't line up.

Dutch Oven Pot Roast with Red Wine

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This Dutch Oven Pot Roast with red wine is easy to prepare and gives you melt-in-your-mouth tender roast that is full of rich flavor!
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Dutch Oven Beer-Braised Short Ribs

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Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs are tender, flavorful, and easy to make. A rich sauce and melt-in-your-mouth beef make this a dinner favorite!
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Colorado Pork Green Chili

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Colorado Pork Green Chili is a flavorful dish featuring tender chunks of pork simmered with spicy peppers to create a delicious and hearty stew.
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Tender and Juicy Braised Short Ribs in Red Wine

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The most tender and juicy braised short ribs that are cooked in a Dutch oven in a savory red wine sauce. Braised on the stove first and then cooked slowly in the oven with red wine and fresh herbs for the most.
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One Pot Beef And Barley Soup

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The Beef and Barley Soup is a hearty, comforting dish filled with tender beef, wholesome barley, and a mix of vegetables simmered in a rich broth. Nutty and savory, it delivers warmth and nourishment in every.
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Johnny Marzetti (One-Pot Hamburger Casserole with Egg Noodles)

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Johnny Marzetti is a Midwestern classic casserole with ground beef, pasta, tomato sauce, and melted cheese. Hearty and nostalgic, it’s a timeless family meal.
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Beef Stroganoff With Homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup - One Pot

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The Beef Stroganoff is a classic comfort dish featuring tender strips of beef simmered in a creamy mushroom sauce with a hint of tanginess. Served over egg noodles or rice, it delivers a hearty, satisfying.
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Instant Pot Chili with Dried Beans

Creating chili in the Instant Pot gives you great flavors in just 1 hour. You can enjoy this homemade version with dried beans or use your favorite recipe. It’s so good, you may never go back the slow method.
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One Pot Southwest Chicken and Rice Casserole

This simple one pot Southwest Chicken and Rice can be made start to finish in forty minutes. Rotisserie chicken, enchilada sauce, Rotel tomatoes and taco seasoning form the Tex-Mex flavors in this delicious.
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Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo (Under an Hour)

The Chicken and Sausage Gumbo is a hearty, flavorful dish built on a rich roux base and layered with tender chicken, smoky sausage, and classic Cajun spices. Slow-simmered to deepen the flavors, it delivers.
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Crock Pot Pork Chops in Mushroom Soup

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These crock pot pork chops are fall-apart tender after slow cooking in a savory, flavorful sauce. Minimal prep makes them an easy choice for weeknights, while the rich juices create a ready-made gravy that.
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Short Rib Chili Without Beans

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This slow cooked chili made with short ribs, is worth every minute that it simmers in a Dutch oven on your stove. The rich beefy flavor combined with beer and seasonings create a “stick to your ribs” chili.
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Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers

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Take the guesswork out of making stuffed peppers with this Italian Sausage Stuffed Peppers recipe. Bell peppers are stuffed with a cheesy Italian sausage and veggie stuffing, then cooked low and slow in the.
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Cider Braised Pork Shoulder with Apples

Oven braised pork shoulder cooked with apple cider, apples, onions, and bacon until tender and flavorful. An easy comfort food dinner.
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Slow Cooker Pork Roast with Vegetables

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Grab your crockpot for this fall apart tender slow cooker pork roast with potatoes and carrots. AN easy weeknight dinner recipe for a crowd.
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Citrus Shredded Beef (Crockpot)

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Easy crock pot citrus shredded beef with citrus and spices. The best slow cooker pulled beef recipe perfect for meal prep.
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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Beef

The BEST slow cooker BBQ beef recipe, perfect for weeknights, potlucks or game day. Tender beef with tangy BBQ sauce. Total crowd-pleaser.
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Braised Short Rib Ragu

Rich flavor braised beef short rib ragu recipe with short ribs simmered in red wine and served over pappardelle pasta, ultimate comfort food.
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Cajun Chicken Stew

Warm up with a bowl of Cajun chicken stew—a comforting blend of chicken, the holy trinity of veggies, and bold spices simmered to perfection!
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One Pot Chicken Orzo Bake with Boursin

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A creamy Chicken Orzo Bake with Boursin! A cheesy one-pan dinner recipe. Tender chicken and orzo unite for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Red Wine Braised Lamb Shoulder Chops

Tender lamb shoulder chops (or blade chops) braised in rich red wine and fresh herbs, served with a luscious gravy for a delicious meal.
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Gluten-Free Gumbo

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A traditional style recipe with a dark gluten-free roux. This flavorful gluten-free gumbo recipe is one of a kind!
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Chipotle Turkey Chili with Black Beans

An easy to make ground turkey chili recipe with black beans and chipotle peppers and smoked paprika. An easy make ahead meal!
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