18 Slow Cooker Recipes That Keep Your Hands Free and Your Belly Full
Slow cookers are the ultimate kitchen hack for busy days and cozy nights. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, they let you enjoy hearty meals without standing over the stove. Whether you’re whipping up comforting soups, tender meats, or even decadent desserts, these recipes will have dinner ready with almost no effort. Just set it, forget it, and savor the results!
Slow Cooker Chicken with Olives and Peppers
Slow Cooker Chicken with Olives and Peppers is a set it and forget it weeknight dinner the whole family will love. The chicken gets so tender and the sauce is full of salty flavor from the olives.
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Two Ingredient Slow Cooker Beef Brisket
This easy Two Ingredient Slow Cooker Beef Brisket will be a dinner home run. Cooking brisket in the slow cooker with salsa verde makes the meat tender and juicy.
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Slow Cooker Poor Man’s Stew
This slow cooker poor man’s stew (aka hamburger stew) is rich and tasty. It’s a cozy, satisfying meal you can make easily in a slow cooker.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
This thick, creamy and flavorful slow cooker chicken stew makes a wonderful dinner. It’s easy to make and boasts such fantastic flavors.
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Slow Cooker Balsamic Pork
This instant pot balsamic pork tenderloin is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, all wrapped up in a tender, juicy pork tenderloin that’s cooked to perfection. Plus, it’s not only gluten-free but is also family-friendly which makes it a guaranteed hit at the dinner table.
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Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms
Slow cooker beef and noodles with mushrooms is a perfect winter warmer and comfort food. It’s also a tasty, easy crockpot beef recipe which is nice during the fall. Actually, whatever the weather, this crockpot beef tips and noodles dinner using cream of mushroom soup is always great! If you like mushroom beef stew or stroganoff, you will LOVE this – it’s a wonderful staple for busy weeknights.
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Slow Cooker Salsa Fresca Chicken
Looking for flavorful and low-carb slow cooker recipes that require minimal effort? Look no further than slow cooker salsa fresca chicken, a mouth-watering dish that combines tender chicken breasts with fresh salsa and spices for a perfect burst of flavor in every bite.
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Slow Cooker Beef Tips And Vegetables
Slow cooker beef and vegetables is an easy crock pot Mongolian beef and broccoli healthy easy slow cooker steak recipe everyone will love.
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Crockpot BBQ Drumsticks
These fall-off-the-bone Crockpot BBQ Drumsticks will satisfy all your cravings for something sweet, tangy, and savory all in one bite! And the best part is that they’re incredibly easy to make using just a handful of simple ingredients.
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Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings
This crockpot chicken and dumplings is one of my favorite effortless meals. It requires minimal prep, is mostly hands-off, and utilizes refrigerated biscuits to make things super easy. I made this comforting stew with juicy chicken thighs, dried herbs, and cream of chicken soup to make it extra rich and creamy.
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Slow Cooker Meatball Subs
These Slow Cooker Meatball Subs are extra tender and flavorful thanks to a low and slow simmer in marinara sauce.
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Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs
Slow Cooker Boneless Pork Ribs is my favorite recipe for super easy, fall-apart ribs. The simple ingredients and steps make it the perfect go-to dinner when you don’t have a lot of time to cook.
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Slow Cooker Spicy Corn and Jalapeño Cheese Dip
Spicy corn and jalapeño cheese dip makes great party food. You can make this jalapeño corn dip in the crockpot and make it as spicy (or not) as you choose. This slow cooker dip recipe is always a big hit and this easy street corn dip doesn’t last long. I love this cheesy Mexican-style appetizer with chips. And so will you!
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Crockpot Lasagna
Our Crock-Pot Lasagna is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that combines all the classic flavors of lasagna with the convenience of slow cooking. Perfect for busy nights or feeding a crowd, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Skillet Sweet and Sour Meatballs
This recipe for skillet sweet and sour meatballs will make you fall in love with its beautifully balanced sauce and outrageously tender meaty texture.
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Slow Cooker Philly Cheesesteak with Bacon
Easy Slow Cooker Bacon Philly Cheese Steak Sandwiches are so tasty and easy to make. Served in a toasted bun with cheese, in a pita or on top of rice.
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15 Bean Soup Crock Pot
This 15 Bean Soup Crockpot Recipe is the perfect dinnertime solution on a busy day! This comforting, nutritious dish is hearty and filling, but without being heavy. Slow cooker ham and bean stew are just what your body craves on a cold day, too.
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Terriyaki Chicken
Terriyaki chicken over rice is going to be a favorite weeknight meal option for your family. This dish cooks in the slow cooker for a flavorful, fuss free meal that hits the spot on a busy night.
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