11 Foods You Should Never Put in a Slow Cooker – Avoid These Common Mistakes!
✅ Better Option:
Cook pasta or rice separately and add to bowls before serving.
❌ 3. Boneless Chicken Breast
Why: Lean chicken breast dries out easily. After 4+ hours on low, it becomes dry, stringy, and tough.
✅ Better Option:
Use chicken thighs — they’re fattier, more forgiving, and stay juicy.
Or cook breasts for only 2–3 hours on low — then check early.
❌ 4. Delicate Vegetables (Zucchini, Spinach, Peas, Tomatoes)
Why: These veggies break down fast. After hours of simmering, they turn soggy, slimy, or disappear.
✅ Better Option:
