Every Single Slow Cooker Recipe You Could Ever Need

Beef stew in a slow cooker with a ladle.
Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Rachel Perlmutter Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Rachel Perlmutter

The slow cooker is the MVP of all my kitchen appliances. No matter the season, time of day, or your schedule, there is almost nothing your slow cooker can’t do. Whether you need a recipe that cooks all day, or quicker-cooking meals that simply don’t require your attention at the stove, the slow cooker has your back. But that only scratches the surface of what this ultra-handy appliance can do for you.

The slow cooker truly has something to offer everyone. From fluffy egg casseroles to comforting soups and chilis, we have the best slow cooker recipes for every meal.

Slow Cooker Appetizer Recipes

The slow cooker is perfect for appetizers and dips for a crowd.

  1. Slow Cooker Spinach-Artichoke Dip
    Slow Cooker Spinach-Artichoke Dip

    Slow Cooker Spinach-Artichoke Dip

    Bring steakhouse-style spinach-artichoke dip to your next party with this easy slow cooker recipe.

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  2. Slow Cooker Little Smokies
    Slow Cooker Little Smokies

    Slow Cooker Little Smokies

    Let the slow cooker do the heavy lifting in this easy and crowd-pleasing cocktail appetizer classic.

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  3. Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs
    Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs

    Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Meatballs

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  4. Slow Cooker Queso Dip
    Slow Cooker Queso Dip

    Slow Cooker Queso Dip

    We're making this creamy dip in the slow cooker and utilizing a few choice ingredients to ensure it tastes like the neon nacho cheese sauce of your youth.

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  5. Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs
    Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs

    Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Meatballs

    Slow cooker sweet and sour meatballs are cooked and served straight from the the slow cooker, and are a potluck favorite.

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Slow Cooker Side Dish Recipes

Make classic side dishes like mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, and stuffing with ease in your slow cooker.

  1. Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese
    Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

    Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

    This slow cooker mac and cheese is so easy! With dry pasta, milk, and cheese, you'll be enjoying warm macaroni and cheese in just a few hours.

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  2. Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
    Slow Cooker Creamed Corn

    Slow Cooker Creamed Corn

    Slow cook sweet corn kernels with milk, butter, and cream cheese for a comforting side dish that is almost entirely hands-off.

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  3. Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes
    Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes

    Slow-Cooker Mashed Potatoes

    These rich, buttery mashed potatoes are made entirely in the slow cooker, and you don't even have to drain them.

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  4. Slow Cooker Stuffing
    Slow Cooker Stuffing

    Slow Cooker Stuffing

    Classic stuffing made in the slow cooker, filled with homey flavors and plenty of crispy, toasty edges.

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  5. Slow Cooker Cheesy Garlic Brussels Sprouts
    Slow Cooker Cheesy Garlic Brussels Sprouts

    Slow Cooker Cheesy Garlic Brussels Sprouts

    Tender sprouts in a cheesy garlic sauce with no hands-on cooking required.

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  6. Brown Sugar & Bacon Slow Cooker Baked Beans
    Brown Sugar & Bacon Slow Cooker Baked Beans

    Brown Sugar & Bacon Slow Cooker Baked Beans

    Use the slow cooker to transform dried beans into tender, tangy-sweet baked beans. They're perfect for every summer cookout!

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  7. Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes
    Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

    Frozen diced potatoes are the secret to ooey-gooey cheesy slow cooker potatoes.

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Slow Cooker Easy Dinner Recipes

Meet some of the easiest slow cooker recipes you’ll ever make. Aside from maybe chopping an onion or measuring out some broth, these meals require virtually no prep work. Like the name suggests, you’ll dump all the ingredients into the slow cooker and come back when dinner’s ready.

  1. Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
    Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna

    Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna

    Casual layers of tender pasta pockets filled with cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and mild mozzarella baked in the slow cooker.

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  2. Slow Cooker Jambalaya
    Slow Cooker Jambalaya

    Slow Cooker Jambalaya

    A great hands-off way to make the Louisiana classic for a big day of entertaining.

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  3. Cheesy Spinach Slow Cooker Tortellini
    Cheesy Spinach Slow Cooker Tortellini

    Cheesy Spinach Slow Cooker Tortellini

    With just five minutes of prep, this cheesy slow cooker tortellini delivers a satisfying dinner with a dose of veggies in one hour.

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  4. How To Make Meatballs in the Slow Cooker
    How To Make Meatballs in the Slow Cooker

    How To Make Meatballs in the Slow Cooker

    They’re gently simmered, so the meatballs stay tender while the sauce becomes luscious and rich.

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  5. Slow Cooker Baked Ziti
    Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

    Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

    Slow cooker baked ziti is just like the traditional casserole with tender noodles swimming in marinara & mixed with a double dose of gooey, melted cheese.

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  6. Slow-Cooker Smothered Turkey Wings
    Slow-Cooker Smothered Turkey Wings

    Slow-Cooker Smothered Turkey Wings

    Turkey wings have so much flavor, and after a long simmer in the slow cooker, they become falling-off-the-bone tender.

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Slow Cooker Soup Recipes

Consider the slow cooker for making a rich, full-flavored soup without standing over the stove all afternoon.

  1. Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup
    Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

    There's a reason why the slow cooker works so well for chicken noodle soup: the countertop appliance takes care of the simmer, so all you have to do is set it and forget it.

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  2. Slow Cooker Cream of Chicken Soup
    Slow Cooker Cream of Chicken Soup

    Slow Cooker Cream of Chicken Soup

    This creamy, dreamy slow cooker soup has all the comforts of chicken pot pie without any of the effort.

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  3. Slow Cooker Easy Lentil Soup
    Slow Cooker Easy Lentil Soup

    Slow Cooker Easy Lentil Soup

    Wholesome and deeply satisfying, this vegetarian lentil soup is one of the easiest you'll ever make.

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  4. The Pioneer Woman's Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup
    The Pioneer Woman's Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    The Pioneer Woman's Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup

    Leave it to the Pioneer Woman to come up with a recipe that officially counts as a serving of vegetables while also appealing to a major love for cheese.

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  5. Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

    A warm bowl of chicken enchilada soup, made in the slow cooker, tastes like you're eating an enchilada with a spoon.

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  6. French Onion Soup in the Slow Cooker
    French Onion Soup in the Slow Cooker

    French Onion Soup in the Slow Cooker

    This blissfully delicious French onion soup made from start to finish in the slow cooker. Just wait until you see how easy it is to pull off.

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  7. Slow Cooker Golden Chickpea Soup
    Slow Cooker Golden Chickpea Soup

    Slow Cooker Golden Chickpea Soup

    This is wholesome comfort food at its finest, with a taste and texture that's equal parts hearty as can be, yet bright and totally nourishing.

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  8. Slow-Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
    Slow-Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

    Slow-Cooker Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

    If what you crave in a soup is pure comfort, then this is the soup for you.

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  9. Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

    Easy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

    This easy slow cooker lasagna soup is everything you love about the classic Italian casserole, but it's so much easier to make.

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  10. Slow Cooker Whole Chicken Soup
    Slow Cooker Whole Chicken Soup

    Slow Cooker Whole Chicken Soup

    Starting with a whole chicken guarantees a soup that has plenty of flavor and lots of meat to shred to keep things nice and hearty, plus you’ll produce quarts of soup of stash away in the freezer for later.

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  11. Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
    Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

    The key to packing this hearty soup with even more flavor and keeping the chicken tender and juicy is starting with a pack of chicken thighs.

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  12. Gingery Tofu Slow Cooker Soup
    Gingery Tofu Slow Cooker Soup

    Gingery Tofu Slow Cooker Soup

    A slow cooker’s ability to hold a steady simmer makes it ideal for brewing the most intensely flavorful broth.

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  13. Slow Cooker Chicken Posole
    Slow Cooker Chicken Posole

    Slow Cooker Chicken Posole

    These meaty thighs practically fall apart with the touch of your fork, so in the name of keeping dinner as simple as possible, skip the cutting board and shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.

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  14. Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup
    Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup

    Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup

    A mix of fresh and dried mushrooms give this soup a rich, earthy flavor.

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  15. Slow Cooker Sausage and Lentil Soup
    Slow Cooker Sausage and Lentil Soup

    Slow Cooker Sausage and Lentil Soup

    The recipe calls for andouille-style chicken sausage because it's so flavorful, but any variety will work here.

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  16. Slow Cooker Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup
    Slow Cooker Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup

    Slow Cooker Butternut Squash and Sweet Potato Soup

    This hearty root vegetable soup that's incredibly versatile — and perfect for meal preppers.

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  17. Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup
    Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

    A low, slow all day simmer rewards you with a full-flavored broth loaded with soft, tender beans and all the spiced undertones you expect from black bean soup.

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  18. Slow Cooker Potato Soup
    Slow Cooker Potato Soup

    Slow Cooker Potato Soup

    This slow cooker twist on classic potato soup is the perfect fall dinner for a crowd.

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  19. Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli
    Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli

    Slow Cooker Pasta e Fagioli

    This slow cooker recipe make you fall in love with the bean and pasta Italians know best.

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Slow Cooker Vegetarian Recipes

Did you know that your slow cooker is also a whiz at making meat-free mains and sides? Everything from veggie casseroles (hi, pot pie!) to burrito bowls to French-inspired vegetable stew.

  1. Slow Cooker Hominy Squash Casserole
    Slow Cooker Hominy Squash Casserole

    Slow Cooker Hominy Squash Casserole

    Here, plump, juicy hominy stars in a cozy slow-cooked casserole. The hominy, Mexican squash, onions, diced tomatoes, oregano, crema, and plenty of cheddar cheese are cooked low and slow until the squash is tender and all the broth is absorbed.

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  2. Slow Cooker Veggie Burrito Bowls
    Slow Cooker Veggie Burrito Bowls

    Slow Cooker Veggie Burrito Bowls

    Veggie burrito bowls are a one-stop shop, delivering the best part of a burrito — the filling! — with tender brown rice, smoky pinto beans, and fresh veggies, all topped with a dollop of citrusy sour cream.

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  3. Easy Slow-Cooker Ratatouille
    Easy Slow-Cooker Ratatouille

    Easy Slow-Cooker Ratatouille

    Ratatouille, the classic French vegetable stew, is a perfect candidate for this hands-off cooking method.

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  4. Slow Cooker Veggie Pot Pie
    Slow Cooker Veggie Pot Pie

    Slow Cooker Veggie Pot Pie

    This easy, deconstructed veggie pot pie is made in the slow cooker, so you can come home to healthy comfort food even on a busy weekday.

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  5. Freezer-to-Slow-Cooker Vegetable Tagine
    Freezer-to-Slow-Cooker Vegetable Tagine

    Freezer-to-Slow-Cooker Vegetable Tagine

    Starting with a variety of frozen vegetables means there's almost no prep for this spiced tagine.

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  6. Slow-Cooker Dal
    Slow-Cooker Dal

    Slow-Cooker Dal

    Packed with a bouquet of warm spices, this hearty dish is best spooned over a bed of steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or partnered with some naan.

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  7. Slow Cooker Stuffed Bell Peppers in Marinara Sauce
    Slow Cooker Stuffed Bell Peppers in Marinara Sauce

    Slow Cooker Stuffed Bell Peppers in Marinara Sauce

    These protein-packed and fiber-rich stuffed peppers are the perfect vegetarian meal.

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  8. Slow Cooker Vegetarian Mapo Tofu
    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Mapo Tofu

    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Mapo Tofu

    Typically made with ground pork, this plant-based version swaps in shiitake mushrooms for a lighter dinner option with just as much umami flavor.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

It doesn’t matter whether you have a pack of lean chicken breast, meaty bone-in thighs, or the whole bird — we’ve got a lot of great ideas on the best ways to turn it into dinner.

  1. Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumplings
    Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumplings

    Slow Cooker Chicken & Dumplings

    Tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce crowned with pillowy dumplings, all cooked in a slow cooker.

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  2. Slow Cooker BBQ Shredded Chicken
    Slow Cooker BBQ Shredded Chicken

    Slow Cooker BBQ Shredded Chicken

    Slow cooker BBQ shredded chicken is an easy weeknight dinner that can be made with chicken breasts, thighs, or a combo of the two.

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  3. Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
    Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

    Spooned over some steamed rice, this easy slow cooker tikka masala is about to make your busy days very happy indeed.

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  4. Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
    Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

    Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

    Both orange juice and zest pack this slow cooker dinner with way more fresh flavor than you'll get from takeout.

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  5. Slow Cooker Whole Chicken in Coconut Milk
    Slow Cooker Whole Chicken in Coconut Milk

    Slow Cooker Whole Chicken in Coconut Milk

    Inspired by Jamie Oliver's popular chicken in milk, this recipe uses coconut milk and tons of fresh basil, ginger, and garlic to make a whole chicken that tastes like Thai basil chicken.

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  6. Slow Cooker Lemon-Garlic Chicken Breast
    Slow Cooker Lemon-Garlic Chicken Breast

    Slow Cooker Lemon-Garlic Chicken Breast

    With a handful of ingredients you are treated to tender chicken gilded with a velvety lemon sauce infused with a richness reminiscent of roasted garlic.

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  7. Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala
    Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala

    Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala

    With a short two hour cook time, this simple and elegant chicken Marsala recipe is a weekend favorite for a date night at home.

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  8. Slow Cooker Salsa Pulled Chicken
    Slow Cooker Salsa Pulled Chicken

    Slow Cooker Salsa Pulled Chicken

    Our best recipe for shortcut salsa chicken in the slow cooker.

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  9. Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata
    Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata

    Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata

    This piccata will win your heart not only for its bold layers of flavor, but also for how simple it is to pull together.

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  10. Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken
    Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken

    Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken

    Homemade pesto is mixed with hearty chunks of chicken in the slow cooker, ready for a week's worth of salads, wraps, and grain bowls.

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  11. Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ragù
    Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ragù

    Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ragù

    A bed of buttery mashed potatoes or creamy polenta is just right for cradling this homestyle chicken ragù.

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  12. Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Chicken
    Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Chicken

    Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Chicken

    Poached in a luxurious lemon broth with wisps of green spinach and forkfuls of tender, nutty artichokes, this chicken dinner is light, fresh, and totally delicious. The recipe calls for breasts, though boneless thighs work nicely, as well.

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  13. Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes
    Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Chicken and Potatoes

    These butter-bathed chicken and potatoes might just be our most favorite slow cooker chicken dinner yet.

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  14. Slow Cooker Chicken Parm Meatballs
    Slow Cooker Chicken Parm Meatballs

    Slow Cooker Chicken Parm Meatballs

    Made with ground chicken, these juicy meatballs packed in all the comforting flavors of chicken Parm. You can't go wrong whether you stuff them into rolls as subs, ladle them onto pasta or soft, creamy polenta, or serve them over a bed of sautéed greens.

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  15. Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken
    Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken

    Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken

    A secret sauce and crisp veggies bring this takeout classic to the next level.

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  16. Slow Cooker Creamy French Mustard Chicken
    Slow Cooker Creamy French Mustard Chicken

    Slow Cooker Creamy French Mustard Chicken

    This braised chicken dish puts the classic French combination of mustard, white wine, shallots, and cream to work in a slow cooker to create tender, saucy chicken ready to be served with some good bread to drag through the last drops of sauce on your plate.

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  17. Crispy, Juicy Chicken Thighs in the Slow Cooker
    Crispy, Juicy Chicken Thighs in the Slow Cooker

    Crispy, Juicy Chicken Thighs in the Slow Cooker

    Slow-cooking chicken thighs without any cooking liquid on low heat, crisps the chicken’s skin while slowly braising the thighs until juicy and tender.

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  18. Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken
    Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken

    Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken

    Ready your rice and your slow cooker for this better-than-takeout slow cooker General Tso's chicken at home.

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  19. Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken
    Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken

    Slow Cooker Honey Teriyaki Chicken

    The teriyaki sauce is what you're here for, and don't worry — there's plenty of it.

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  20. Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga
    Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga

    This slow cooker chicken tinga is swimming in a full-flavored tomato-chipotle sauce, studded with sliced onions, and has just enough heat to keep you on your toes.

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  21. Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken
    Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

    Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Garlic Chicken

    Creamy slow cooker chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach that's made even easier with store-bought Alfredo sauce.

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Slow Cooker Beef Recipes

Brisket, beef stew, braised short ribs — all of these meaty mains benefit from a stint in the slow cooker.

  1. Slow Cooker Beef Stew
    Slow Cooker Beef Stew

    Slow Cooker Beef Stew

    Tender chunks of beef and hearty bites of carrots and potatoes make this slow cooker stew the ultimate winter dinner.

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  2. Slow Cooker Brisket and Onions
    Slow Cooker Brisket and Onions

    Slow Cooker Brisket and Onions

    The classic flavors of brisket you crave with the ease of the slow cooker. This recipe produces the most crowd-pleasing, tender pot of brisket you've made.

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  3. Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
    Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff

    Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff

    In this beef stroganoff, hearty pieces of inexpensive beef cook alongside mushrooms, onion, and broth in the slow cooker.

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  4. Better-than-Takeout Beef and Broccoli in the Slow Cooker
    Better-than-Takeout Beef and Broccoli in the Slow Cooker

    Better-than-Takeout Beef and Broccoli in the Slow Cooker

    A savory combination of tender beef, sweet broccoli, and vibrant carrots cooked in an umami-rich garlicky sauce is pure comfort in a bowl.

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  5. Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef
    Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef

    Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef

    Forget Chipotle, here's the easiest to make your own barbacoa beef at home. The hardest part is deciding whether to stuff it into tacos or burritos, pile it into a bowl or salad, or top it on nachos.

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  6. Slow Cooker Beef Tips With Mushroom Gravy
    Slow Cooker Beef Tips With Mushroom Gravy

    Slow Cooker Beef Tips With Mushroom Gravy

    If you’re a fan of beef stroganoff, this comforting stew is for you. The slow cooker works all day, tenderizing the beef and creating a flavorful sauce, and all you have to do is figure out if you’d rather serve it over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.

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  7. Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast
    Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast

    Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast

    This 5-ingredient, shortcut slow cooker recipe is going to completely change how you think about pot roast.

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  8. Slow Cooker Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs
    Slow Cooker Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs

    Slow Cooker Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs

    The slow cooker yields tender, fall-off-the-bone short ribs swimming in a savory broth, made deeper and richer thanks to several glugs of Cabernet.

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  9. Sweet & Tangy Slow Cooker Brisket
    Sweet & Tangy Slow Cooker Brisket

    Sweet & Tangy Slow Cooker Brisket

    This meaty brisket is simmered in the slow cooker with a sweet and tangy tomatoey sauced laced with tender onions and just the right amount of spices.

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  10. Slow Cooker Shredded Balsamic Beef
    Slow Cooker Shredded Balsamic Beef

    Slow Cooker Shredded Balsamic Beef

    In classic drop-dinner fashion, you’ll add the beef and a simple five-ingredient pantry sauce straight to the slow cooker in the morning, then leave it to cook all day so that it’s waiting for you when you come home.

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  11. Slow-Cooked Bolognese Sauce
    Slow-Cooked Bolognese Sauce

    Slow-Cooked Bolognese Sauce

    A recipe for Italian Bolognese sauce that can be made in the slow cooker or on the stove.

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Slow Cooker Pork Recipes

The slow cooker is one of the easiest ways we know to transform a big, tough pork shoulder into saucy pulled pork or richly flavored curry. It makes for a totally foolproof and juicy pork loin roast, and even pork chops.

  1. Big-Batch Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches
    Big-Batch Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    Big-Batch Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    Seasoned with just salt, sugar, and apple cider vinegar, this pulled pork is a perfect blank canvas for a mustard-forward BBQ sauce and tangy slaw.

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  2. Slow Cooker Pork & Cider Stew
    Slow Cooker Pork & Cider Stew

    Slow Cooker Pork & Cider Stew

    Pork and apple is such a classic pairing, and this slow cooker stew gets not one, but two doses of apple mixed in.

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  3. Slow-Cooked Hoisin and Ginger Pork Wraps with Peanut Slaw
    Slow-Cooked Hoisin and Ginger Pork Wraps with Peanut Slaw

    Slow-Cooked Hoisin and Ginger Pork Wraps with Peanut Slaw

    Juicy pulled pork and a crunchy peanut slaw, all ready to be wrapped up.

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  4. Crock-Pot Pork Roast
    Crock-Pot Pork Roast

    Crock-Pot Pork Roast

    If you've struggled to cook a pork loin roast that isn’t bland or dry, this recipe is for you. It's a foolproof, straightforward technique that uses the slow cooker to cook a pork loin roast to perfect juicy tenderness without any hands-on effort.

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  5. Slow Cooker Maple-Mustard Pulled Pork
    Slow Cooker Maple-Mustard Pulled Pork

    Slow Cooker Maple-Mustard Pulled Pork

    Transform everyday pulled pork with your slow cooker and the sweet and tangy flavors of maple syrup and mustard.

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  6. Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
    Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

    Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

    This isn't your traditional carnitas recipes, though trust me that this unconventional and slightly spicy derivation is totally delicious in its own right.

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  7. Slow Cooker Pork Chops
    Slow Cooker Pork Chops

    Slow Cooker Pork Chops

    Save the lean loin chops for the oven. Bone-in blade, sirloin, or even rib chops are the very best choice for slow cooking.

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  8. Slow Cooker Coconut and Green Curry Pork
    Slow Cooker Coconut and Green Curry Pork

    Slow Cooker Coconut and Green Curry Pork

    Not only is this one of the easiest Thai-inspired curries you’ll ever make, but it also delivers the deep, spiced flavor you expect.

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  9. Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Chops
    Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Chops

    Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Chops

    These seasoned pork chops fit the bill perfectly with their sweet and savory cranberry riff.

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  10. Slow Cooker Pork Loin
    Slow Cooker Pork Loin

    Slow Cooker Pork Loin

    This slow cooker pork loin is cooked over a bed of thick-cut carrots and red potatoes with a sweet and tangy sauce to bring it all together.

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  11. Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tacos
    Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tacos

    Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tacos

    Transform a cut of pork into a sweet and spicy taco filling with just a jar of pickled jalapeños and a drizzle of maple syrup.

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  12. 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork
    3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork

    3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork

    This three-ingredient slow cooker root beer pulled pork will totally convince you to give this Southern combination a try.

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  13. Slow Cooker Cuban Mojo Roast Pork
    Slow Cooker Cuban Mojo Roast Pork

    Slow Cooker Cuban Mojo Roast Pork

    Lechón asado is a traditional Cuban roast pork dish flavored with a mojo marinade.

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Slow Cooker Chili Recipes

When you’re craving a really good batch of chili, pull out your slow cooker. A low, slow simmer means it will be packed with flavor and you won’t be stirring a pot on the back of the stove all afternoon.

  1. Simple & Tasty Slow Cooker Chili
    Simple & Tasty Slow Cooker Chili

    Simple & Tasty Slow Cooker Chili

    Invest your prep time in chili powder from scratch and you'll have the best bowls of simple, tasty chili waiting in the slow cooker when you get home.

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  2. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
    Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

    This is a hearty slow cooker chicken chili with white beans, Southwest spices like cumin and coriander, and a few cans of fire-roasted green chilis.

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  3. Slow-Cooker Vegan Lentil Chili
    Slow-Cooker Vegan Lentil Chili

    Slow-Cooker Vegan Lentil Chili

    The easiest slow cooker chili you'll ever make, thanks to the power of lentils. Dump everything in the slow cooker, walk away, then eat it up.

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  4. Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
    Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

    Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

    You only need six ingredients for this super-easy turkey chili, and the slow cooker practically does the work for you.

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  5. Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili
    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Chili

    One bite into this ultra-hearty slow cooker chili and you just might question if it's really vegan after all.

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  6. Slow Cooker Vegan Chili
    Slow Cooker Vegan Chili

    Slow Cooker Vegan Chili

    This hearty vegan chili starts with a classic tomato base and chili powder, but the addition of green lentils, sweet potato, and kale make it a little earthy, slightly sweet, and substantial enough to keep you full.

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  7. Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili
    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

    Chili is a thick, hearty one-pot meal best cooked low and slow, so put away the Dutch oven and plug in the slow cooker for this vegetarian number.

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  8. Slow Cooker Chicken Chili
    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

    When you're ready to go beyond white chicken chili, here's an easy tomato-based recipe that's bound to be a new family favorite.

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  9. Slow Cooker Chili Mac and Cheese
    Slow Cooker Chili Mac and Cheese

    Slow Cooker Chili Mac and Cheese

    Chili meets mac in cheese in this hearty and satisfying mashup.

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  10. Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili
    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

    Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

    This hearty six-ingredient vegetarian chili doesn't skimp on flavor, thanks to smoky ancho chili powder and two types of beans. Plus, the slow cooker does all the work for you.

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  11. Slow Cooker Chili Verde
    Slow Cooker Chili Verde

    Slow Cooker Chili Verde

    Chile verde is a pork-based stew simmered with green chiles and tomatillos. Sometimes called Colorado or Denver Green Chili, this stew gets its emerald hue from two types of green chiles (jalapeño and poblano).

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Slow Cooker Breakfast Recipes

The slow cooker also happens to be one our favorite tools to make hot breakfasts a reality on weekday mornings.

  1. Slow Cooker Hash Brown Casserole
    Slow Cooker Hash Brown Casserole

    Slow Cooker Hash Brown Casserole

    This slow cooker take on a classic hash brown casserole is creamy, cheesy, and packed with potato flavor.

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  2. Slow Cooker Oatmeal
    Slow Cooker Oatmeal

    Slow Cooker Oatmeal

    Think slow cooker oats are just for utility? Think again. These are the ultimate rich and creamy oats that you'll want to savor.

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  3. Slow Cooker Pull-Apart Cinnamon Rolls
    Slow Cooker Pull-Apart Cinnamon Rolls

    Slow Cooker Pull-Apart Cinnamon Rolls

    There's no need to keep an eye on the oven, plus slow cooker cinnamon rolls cook up with a ultra-moist and tender center.

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  4. Slow Cooker Breakfast Burrito Bowls
    Slow Cooker Breakfast Burrito Bowls

    Slow Cooker Breakfast Burrito Bowls

    With some help from the slow cooker, you can turn your dream of a hot, homemade breakfast burrito bowl into a totally attainable reality any day of the week.

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  5. Slow Cooker Creamy Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal
    Slow Cooker Creamy Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

    Slow Cooker Creamy Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

    Stir everything into the slow cooker before going to bed and come morning, your kitchen will smell like pumpkin spice and you'll feel like you hit the breakfast lottery.

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  6. Slow Cooker Sausage and Spinach Breakfast Casserole
    Slow Cooker Sausage and Spinach Breakfast Casserole

    Slow Cooker Sausage and Spinach Breakfast Casserole

    Thanks to the slow cooker, you can wake up to a hearty sausage and spinach egg casserole that will feed the whole family.

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  7. Slow Cooker Migas Casserole
    Slow Cooker Migas Casserole

    Slow Cooker Migas Casserole

    We took the classic skillet migas and transformed them into a low-and-slow, cheesy migas casserole.

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  8. Slow Cooker Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal
    Slow Cooker Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal

    Slow Cooker Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal

    Thanks to a buttery cinnamon-sugar drizzle and cream cheese icing swirl, this slow cooker oatmeal tastes just like a cinnamon roll.

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  9. Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole in the Slow Cooker
    Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole in the Slow Cooker

    Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole in the Slow Cooker

    We took everything there is to love about a really good sausage, egg, and cheese sandwich and turned it into a warm, family-friendly breakfast casserole.

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Slow Cooker Dessert Recipes

Please don’t forget that your slow cooker also has the ability to turn out some totally irresistible desserts, from impossibly creamy cheesecake to fruit crisps and cobblers that won’t heat up the kitchen.

  1. Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake
    Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake

    Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake

    Thanks to its low, even heating, the slow cooker makes for a lava cake that's moist and tender, with an ultra-velvety, almost pudding-like molten center.

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  2. Slow-Cooker Apple Crisp
    Slow-Cooker Apple Crisp

    Slow-Cooker Apple Crisp

    With the help of the slow cooker, you can have delicious, fuss-free apple crisp.

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  3. Slow Cooker Cheesecake by Martha Stewart
    Slow Cooker Cheesecake by Martha Stewart

    Slow Cooker Cheesecake by Martha Stewart

    This dessert finishes with a perfectly creamy, silky, almost custard-like texture.

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  4. Slow-Cooker Peach and Blueberry Cobbler
    Slow-Cooker Peach and Blueberry Cobbler

    Slow-Cooker Peach and Blueberry Cobbler

    In the midst of summer, when it's too hot to turn on the oven, here's how to bring one of the season's favorite dessert to life.

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  5. 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Apple Pie
    3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Apple Pie

    3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Apple Pie

    Slow cooker apple pie dump cake is everything you love about warm apple filling with a gooey, cake-like topping, and it comes together with 3 ingredients.

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