Here is a simple "set it and forget it" slow cooker recipe-- Chicken Coq Au Vin.  Prep time is about 10-15 minutes.

Here is what you need:

• 1-2 lbs of chicken, cubed
• 3 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 celery stalk, sliced
• 1 can chicken broth
• 2 cups red wine
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/3 cup all purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon parsley
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Here is what to do:

• Very lightly brown chicken and bacon in a pan with olive oil and garlic and onions (Remember you will slow cook)
• Mix other ingredients
• Place all into slow cooker and set to low for the next 6-8 hours

Enjoy!

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DDFD believes that self reliance and self sufficiency are the roads to individual freedom.  He is dedicated to living a quality life through frugality, personal growth and productivity, and defensive entrepreneurship.  He also enjoys cooking from scratch and fishing.