It’s the back-to-school season in Oceanside, California, which means parents everywhere are scrambling to adjust to new schedules and pressures. One thing that can get trickier during the school year is finding the time to cook meals at home. We’re here to help you with this! Check out these slow cooker meals that are perfect for busy parents all school year long.

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Everyone loves a good bowl of chili! This white chicken chili is a lighter, more refreshing take on the dish that’s still plenty hearty. This white chicken chili substitutes chicken, green chiles and jalapeños for beef and tomatoes. It uses white beans in place of traditional kidney beans as well.

This slow cooker recipe can be prepared the night before and can cook throughout the day. You’ll have minimal prep and cleanup at dinnertime, giving you freedom during the evening.

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

It doesn’t get much easier than this. Slow cooker chicken noodle soup is the easiest way you could imagine to make this classic, heartwarming soup. The original isn’t exactly difficult, but this slow cooker twist makes it even simpler. You don’t even need to cook the chicken ahead of time; it can cook along with the soup. After the chicken is cooked (at least six hours in the pot) you’ll need to pull out the boneless, skinless breasts and shred them. But that’s as extensive as the prep gets.

Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs

Spaghetti and meatballs is another classic dish that’s not especially difficult to make. Here, too, the slow cooker version simplifies it even further. Place your raw meatballs at the bottom of the slow cooker. Cover in sauce and cook for hours. Add spaghetti and chicken broth for the final hour, then enjoy.

These slow cooker recipes are perfect for saving you time during the school year, letting you spend more time with your kids in the evening hours. Of course, another thing that helps is living in a great location that you love. If you’re considering upgrading your Oceanside apartments lifestyle, give us a call. We’ll walk you through the great amenities available here, and we can fill you in on which units are available.