Slow Cookers: Guides, Tutorials, Care & Recipes

A slow cooker is one of the most beloved appliances on the market. Make the most of yours with this library of slow-cooker recipes, techniques, buying guides and more.

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    Slow-Cooker Chicken Fajitas

    13 reviews

    Enjoy a delicious and effortless meal with these slow-cooker chicken fajitas. Tender chicken, savory vegetables and customizable toppings make this...


    No-Guilt Beefy Nachos

    Nachos you can feel good about! This meaty topping has less fat and sodium than typical nacho beef because you...


    Shrimp Chowder

    40 reviews

    Move over, clam chowder! This shrimp chowder recipe is family-approved and ready to hit the table.


    German-Style Short Ribs

    16 reviews

    Our whole family is excited when I plug in the slow cooker to make these amazing ribs. We like them...


    Hot Crab Dip

    15 reviews

    I have a large family, work full time, and coach soccer and football, so I appreciate recipes that are easy...


    Apple Balsamic Chicken

    23 reviews

    I just love the sweet and tart flavor that balsamic vinegar gives to this dish. It's easy to prepare and...


    Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast

    55 reviews

    Make this Thanksgiving dinner the easiest ever with our slow-cooker turkey breast recipe.


    Sweet-and-Sour Beef Stew

    13 reviews

    This chunky meal in a bowl makes terrific use of nutrient-packed vegetables. It has a deliciously sweet and tangy taste....

    Slow-Cooker Tzimmes

    2 reviews

    This slow-cooker tzimmes is a sweet Jewish dish consisting of a variety of fruits and vegetables, and it may or...


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    Slow-Cooker Pork Medallions

    19 reviews

    These slow-cooker pork medallions are a simple, low-prep meal for busy days. Start them before you take the kids for...


    Vegetarian Stuffing

    6 reviews

    No one will miss the meat flavor in this simple and traditionally-seasoned vegetarian stuffing recipe. Layers of big herb flavor...


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    Slow-Cooker Potato Soup

    15 reviews

    This slow-cooker potato soup takes all the flavor of a loaded baked potato—butter, bacon and onion—and turns it into an...


    Pumpkin Chili

    147 reviews

    This chili's special ingredient, pumpkin, makes it incredibly delicious and even more nutritious. Black beans, turkey, tomatoes and even chicken...


    Carne Guisada

    17 reviews

    While living away from Texas for a while, my boyfriend and I grew homesick for the spicy flavors of home....


    Slow-Cooked Coffee Pot Roast

    30 reviews

    My family raves about my gravy when I prepare this recipe. Whenever I'm fishing for compliments, this pot roast is...


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    Slow-Cooker Barbacoa

    45 reviews

    This slow-cooker barbacoa is simmered in lime juice, chipotle and cumin for a tender, flavorful beef dish. Top it with...


    Pork Chili

    11 reviews

    Our slow-cooker pork chili is packed with boneless pork, beans and peppers. After a slow-simmer, this southwestern stew comes out...

    Cider Cheese Fondue

    2 reviews

    Cheese lovers are sure to enjoy dipping into this creamy quick-to-fix fondue cheese dip that has just a hint of...


    Sausage Dressing

    3 reviews

    I relied on this slow-cooker recipe at Thanksgiving when there was no room in my oven to bake stuffing. The...


    Creamy Slow-Cooker White Chicken Chili

    87 reviews

    My friend Caroline Gray and I came up with this creamy slow-cooker white chicken chili. It's unusual because it calls...


    Meat Sauce for Spaghetti

    18 reviews

    Here's a thick, hearty meat sauce for spaghetti for a filling feast. When I'm in a hurry, I make this...


    Fabulous Fajitas

    25 reviews

    I've enjoyed cooking since I was a girl growing up in the Southwest. When friends call to ask me for...


    Honey and Ale Pulled Chicken Sliders

    4 reviews

    Score big with your guests with a little bit of sweet heat! This recipe works well for a football party—the...

    Butternut Squash and Carrot Soup

    2 reviews

    I got this golden soup recipe from a friend. Sometimes I add a few slices of red pepper to change...


    Slow-Cooker Pizza Dip

    5 reviews

    I created this dip for my daughter's pizza-themed birthday party. It was an instant hit and I've continued to take...


    Slaw-Topped Beef Sliders

    2 reviews

    When I was working full time, I relied on these delicious, fast-to-fix beef sliders for simple meals. To speed prep...


    Tapioca Pudding

    14 reviews

    This homemade tapioca pudding is made in a slow cooker, so there's no need to stand and watch the pot...


    Onion-Garlic Hash Browns

    Quick to assemble, this is a simple recipe I’ve cooked many times. Stir in hot sauce if you like a...


    Jazzed-Up Green Bean Casserole

    15 reviews

    After trying many variations of this old standby, I decided to give it a little kick. The crunchy texture from...