12 Slow Cooker Recipes

Save time on dinner with this collection of slow cooker recipes. From dinners to desserts, we've got you covered!

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Sloppy Open-Faced Tacos

This Tex-Mex spin on sloppy joes is sure to become a weeknight family favorite.

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Roasted Whole Chicken au Jus with Broccoli & Corn

Slow cooker roasted whole chicken recipe
Photo by Yvonne Duivenvoorden

Surprise guests and family members with this ooh-and-ahh-worthy herb-stuffed whole chicken.

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Beef Short Ribs

Slow cooker beef short ribs recipe

These slow-simmered ribs pair nicely with mashed sweet or regular potatoes.

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Slow-Cooker Huevos Rancheros

Slow-Cooker Huevos Rancheros Recipe
Photo by Darren Kemper

This classic Mexican breakfast serves a crowd, making it a great option for busy families.

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Slow-Cooker Beans: The Master Recipe

Slow Cooker Beans
Photo by Darren Kemper

Effortlessly whip up a large batch of your favorite beans to have on hand for a variety of quick and easy fiber-rich meals. 

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Chicken Pot Pie with Chive Biscuits

Chicken Pot Pie with Chive Biscuits Recipe
Gibson & Smith

Rich and satisfying old-fashioned chicken pot pie filling is topped with quick homemade biscuits in this family favorite.

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Southern Slow-Cooker Pulled Chicken

slow cooker spicy pulled chicken recipe

Take a trip to New Orleans with this satisfying Southern comfort meal without all the calories. Plan your prep time so that the polenta will be done just as the slow-cooker mixture is finishing up.

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Mexican-Style Chicken Soup

Mexican chicken soup slow cooker recipe

Just 15 minutes of hands-on time is all it takes to prep this subtly spicy and exotic south-of-the-border soup.

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Roasted Pepper & Avocado Soup

Roasted Pepper & Avocado Soup
Photo by Yvonne Duivenvoorden

Creamy avocado and slow-cooked peppers make a delicious combination in this rich, velvety soup. Serve it right out of the slow cooker or refrigerate and serve cold.

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Cheesy Kale & Squash White Lasagna

Cheesy Kale and Squash White Lasagna Recipe
Photo by Gibson & Smith

Nutrient powerhouses butternut squash and kale add both color and flavor to this creamy, cheesy slow-cooker lasagna.

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Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Honey Drizzle

This carrot cake is delicious served warm, right from the slow cooker. But if you’d like to save some for later, our cake can be wrapped tightly and refrigerated for 3 to 4 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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Greek Yogurt Cheesecakes with Quick Berry Compote

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Get foolproof, silky cheesecake – that won’t yield tempting leftovers in the fridge for days and days – from your slow cooker, where a warm, moist environment encourages gentle, even cooking in individual ramekins.

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