If you like to experience and try new recipes and dishes then you are going to love these venison crock pot recipes for filling midweek meals, not only are they made with one of the healthiest sources of protein, but they are easy to prepare.
Venison has long been a top source of protein for humans and is the leanest of meats with almost zero sodium content.
Because it has quite a gamey flavor a little can go a long way and when paired with vegetables and starch it makes the perfect feel-good meal for any occasion and celebration. If you are new to the world of venison and game meat, then you are in for a real treat with this great collection of recipes.
#1. The Best Crockpot Venison Recipe
Finding a healthy slow cooker venison recipes option has never been easier, this is a one-pot sensation that is lip-smacking tasty and takes only 5 minutes to prep in the morning.
I like to marinate the meat overnight but if you haven’t done this step the meal is still as great.
My favorite part of this dish is the apple cider vinegar, as a keto-based eating plan family we have come to use and love apple cider vinegar daily and it has so many health advantages. In this recipe, it helps to tenderize the meat which is why it is so fork-tender when you open the lid of the slow cooker after several hours (and the smell hits you like a firework of aromas and spices).
Simply pop everything into the crockpot, give it a good stir (I get the kids to wear disposable gloves and massage the ingredients into the meat which they love), and set it on low for the rest of the.
The meat will be falling apart and goes great served with fluffy rice and the meaty liquid spooned over the plate. A must-try recipe for the family when the week is busier than ever.
The woodiness of the thyme herb in this dish is the perfect combination with the venison and since discovering these venison slow cooker recipes I have been trying to convince my husband to go out hunting more often (ha), which has surprised him.
He has been successful on a few occasions, not many, but that’s the great thing about hunting. One deer or elk can set you up with meat and meals for 6 months or more, and when you create wonderful dishes in the slow cooker packed with vegetables and starches the meat stretches even further.
The advantage of this slow-cooking method is that the meat has a chance to relax and soften which is very much needed for game meat, and you don’t have to keep an eye on it all day either and hope it won’t burn (who doesn’t love a meal that needs no supervision, right?)
If the family is coming over, this venison roast with homegrown veggies and mashed potato will surely impress and fill hungry tummies.
Once this dish is done cooking throughout the day you can be sure you will be bringing your crock pot venison recipes to the top of the go-to pile for dinner meals.
I knew the in-laws would be over for dinner the next evening so I took the meat out of the freezer (this meat freezes perfectly and thaws so quickly) the day before. I sometimes marinate the meat in milk or yogurt overnight if it is particularly gamey but apple cider vinegar works brilliantly too.
Then with only a handful of ingredients (if that) I pop them all into the crockpot, set it on low and close the lid, and go to work with the peace of mind that tonight the in-laws will be impressed with my newfound favorite meat dish.
The veggies I served were steamed in no time at all when I got home, and the rice was done in 10 minutes. This is probably one of the easiest dishes I make for supper but it tastes and looks like I have been slaving in the kitchen for hours, what a win.
If you want to serve a dish that is above average but doesn’t have the time, then this is the one for you.
This healthy venison crock pot recipe creation is a one-stop sensation and nothing beats a full meal cooked all together in one place and tasting the flavors of all the ingredients melted into one another.
Finding a slow-cooking dish is one thing, but lean meat and organic vegetables make this a feel-good dinner that is healthy and effortless, a dream of a dish.
I like to use baby potatoes in the crockpot because they tend to cook a little quicker (not by much but they are also so cute) and then hardy veggies packed on the sides of the chunk of meat. You can opt to shred the meat once it is done or slice (carefully because it will be so incredibly soft) to serve on the plates.
Then with the remaining liquid you can add a spoonful of corn starch and whisk it till thick for an unforgettable meaty gravy to pour over the dish. Delicious.
Yes, you read that right, this is a roast dish but with venison neck, who knew.
What I do have confidence in is the taste which was a huge success last Wednesday when we had friends over for an impromptu supper party, thumbs up all around the dining table meant this recipe is a keeper.
My husband is a keen hunter and knowing he would be out in the woods the next few months with his hunting club meant I needed to start my search for the best venison slow cooker recipes I could get my hands on, and I believe I hit the jackpot.
Living on a working land there is always something to do so I don’t have the time to sit and baste, or keep a hawk-eye on a piece of meat in the oven all day. So my trusty slow cooker has become my new best friend, and for good reason too. It is convenient, needs no supervision, and for every dish no matter how tough a cut of meat you put into it, there is slow cooking magic that makes everything come together.
Who wouldn’t want crock pot venison recipes like these in your life then, right? There is minimal effort needed and you have a fantastic meal ready by the time the sunsets. Yes, please.
Now there is something you don’t read every day, fajitas from gamey venison meat cooked in the crockpot? Sign me up.
I am a foodie and enjoy all things experimental and adventurous when it comes to new dishes and meals, and easy slow cooker venison recipes such as these are right up my alley.
Sure, I love a slow cooking stew option, but I never thought to use the tender meat in a fajita or wrap option, I am so glad I did though, this was a hit and the kids had double portions which is always a win for me at dinner.
But what sold this for me was that it was gluten-free because my hubby has been on a flourless eating plan for some time now but loves a good piece of meat in a wrap (we make our own with almond or coconut flour) so no need to thicken the sauce with cornstarch, as usual, was a plus.
Then you just need the side bowls of accessories (or decorations as the kids like to call them) with grated cheese, jalapenos if you enjoy a bit of a bite to the meal, and avocado and salsa. It sounds like heaven, and it is an interactive meal the whole family can get involved in and great fun.
Oh, how I love a good homemade chili, and even more so when it is made with love.
My grandmother always used to make a big pot of venison chili (or any other meat my grandfather would bring back from a day out in the woods with the boys) and we would sit on the porch at the little, rickety wooden table and chairs and devour the goodness of the dish while dipping in big chunks of bread to soak up the meaty sauce.
You know that a meal was good when you are instantly taken back to those moments with fond memories.
If you have fail-proof venison crock pot recipes like these in your culinary collection, what have you got to lose?
Not only is it full of tender, gamey meat, but the veggie options are endless, and we used to help my grandmother choose vegetables from her garden at the back of the house which made us feel part of the process.
Feel free to top the bowls with grated cheese (my children’s choice, of course) and I like to add some fresh chopped spring onion too for a pop of color and zest the dish. A winning supper that never disappoints.
#8. Easy and delicious crockpot venison BBQ recipe
My children would eat BBQ sauce with every meal and on every dish, if they could get away with it, so I need to keep an eye on them. But if I have a copy of these easy venison crock pot recipes at my fingertips I have one less thing to worry about.
The sweet and sour tang from the sauce helps to balance out the gamey flavor of the meat which can be tough to sell to kids if they know what they are eating (so I keep this quiet till their plates are clean), and I like to swap out the original or traditional paprika for smoked paprika to elevate the dish which it brings it nicely together.
If simplicity and effortlessness are what you are looking for when searching for a comfort-food dinner option, then this is a great choice.
Not only does the meal essentially cook itself in the crockpot, but you can turn it on in the morning and go about your day, and we could all use a little help throughout the day when the chores seem to be piling up.
I have only ever made meatballs in spaghetti from beef meat, until now.
We had a freezer full of game meat that was taking up space and needed using up as my husband had quite a few hunting days planned for month-end, so I had to get creative.
I had made stews and chilies with venison on many occasions, but the weather was hot and the last thing we needed was a winter dish to add to the humidity, so quick and easy was what I was after.
Finding these crock pot venison recipes saved the day, and even more so as the kids had friends coming over in the next few days, and which kid doesn’t love a good meatball?
The balls were mixed and rolled (already ground and seasoned before putting in the freezer) and I gave them a good sear in a hot skillet with garlic butter and olive oil for added richness before popping them in the slow cooker.
As they sat there in the crockpot warming up I mixed the remaining ingredients for the sauce (I prefer to make my sauce as opposed to store-bought versions so I can control the sodium and salt levels and eliminate any chances of MSG and additives) and poured it over the meatballs smothering them in goodness.
Left to cook for a few hours allowing them to cook through and the sauce to thicken, I served them in a big bowl with toothpicks for a picky snack for the kids as they ran around the garden and the other half I filled into brioche buns with coleslaw for hubby and his friends which went down like a winning lotto ticket (I think they liked it, ha).
An absolute winner of a recipe that you must try for the family and perfect for so many occasions and events.
Creamy mushroom sauce with tender pieces of meat is a meal I can eat for the rest of my life without any worries or stress, it is just so rich and tasty that I found myself searching for versions of it using different meats, and I was successful too.
This is one of those venison slow cooker recipes that benefit the most from the slow cooking method and the meat pretty much sacrifices itself for you once done.
If you have a gluten allergy, feel free to use an almond or coconut flour alternative that works just as beautifully, making this dish suitable for all the family members.
Pair the ready meal with your favorite noodles (my husband prefers me to mix the cooked noodles into the crockpot to absorb all the creamy flavors rather than putting them separately onto the plate) or with fluffy rice for a filling meal when the start of the week needs a feel-good moment.
Venison game meat, although it has been around for centuries and possibly known by other names, is an under-appreciated protein that has so much to offer.
Looking for venison crock pot recipes for filling midweek meals has become increasingly popular as people are opting for leaner cuts of meat, and combined with other tasty dishes found on our blog they are enjoying the gamey flavors all year round.
Now healthy food is as tasty as it is nutritious and so simple to make.
Born and raised in South Africa and being immersed in the rich culture, Candace soon found a passion for all things food related. Exploring and experiencing new flavors and taste profiles she pursued her career as a qualified chef in silver service specialized in fine dining.
