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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    Tender Steak Fajitas

    2 reviews

    The beef comes out tender, juicy and flavorful in the slow cooker when I make these tempting fajitas, notes Twila...


    Corsican Chicken

    6 reviews

    Moist and tender chicken thighs make a delicious hot entree for winter months. Just add a salad and a lemon...


    Squash & Chicken Stew

    13 reviews

    We created a satisfying stew that’s nutritious, loaded with flavor and family-friendly. Slowly simmer chicken thighs with stewed tomatoes, butternut...


    Southwest Turkey Stew

    5 reviews

    I prefer main dishes that let me stay on my diet but still eat what the rest of the family...


    Lipton Onion Soup Meat Loaf

    9 reviews

    Our Lipton onion soup meat loaf recipe uses a clever shortcut to add plenty of flavor with minimal prep time....


    Slow Cooker Mushroom Potatoes

    3 reviews

    This versatile side dish jazzes up sliced potatoes with mushrooms, onions, canned soup and cheese. Its comforting flavor makes it...


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    French Dip Sandwich

    22 reviews

    The most essential elements of a French dip sandwich are tender, thinly sliced beef and a savory jus for dipping....


    Slow-Cooker Shepherd’s Pie

    10 reviews

    We make creamy mashed potatoes and a rich gravy from scratch for this comforting slow-cooker shepherd’s pie. And if you'd...

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    Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

    107 reviews

    Slow-cooker teriyaki chicken thighs could not be more packed with flavor, nor could this recipe be much easier to prepare....


    Slow-Cooked Hot Fruit Salad

    8 reviews

    My old-fashioned fruit salad is convenient to make in the slow cooker when your oven and stovetop are occupied with...


    Hot Chili Dip

    3 reviews

    "I first made this zippy dip for my husband's birthday party," recalls Nikki Rosati of Franksville, Wisconsin. "So many people...


    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 Potatoes with Spring Onions

    3 reviews

    I love the simplicity of this recipe, as well as its ease of preparation with my slow cooker. Everyone always...


    Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Chicken Wings

    32 reviews

    I love the convenience of slow-cooker recipes for get-togethers. Start these sweet and sour chicken wings a few hours ahead...


    Chicago-Style Beef Rolls

    4 reviews

    I have fond memories of eating these big, messy sandwiches at a neighbor's house when I was growing up. Freeze...


    Slow-Cooked BBQ Pork Ribs

    15 reviews

    Check your pantry; you probably have everything needed to turn these ribs into a sweet, tangy, fork-tender treat. —Annette Thompson,...


    Creamed Corn with Cream Cheese

    27 reviews

    Creamed corn with cream cheese is a side dish recipe that goes with any meal and almost any occasion. Our...

    Slow-Cooked Bean Medley

    38 reviews

    I often change the variety of beans in this classic recipe, using whatever I have on hand to total the...


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    Crockpot Mac and Cheese

    65 reviews

    This Crockpot mac and cheese recipe is the perfect no-fuss recipe for busy weeknights, potlucks and holiday gatherings. It contains...


    Steak Burrito

    11 reviews

    This slow-simmered beef steak burrito recipe is simple but insanely good. With just a few key ingredients, you'll be left...


    Cheesy Meatballs

    3 reviews

    Can meatballs be lucky? My guys think so, and they want them for game time. My beef, sausage and cheese...


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    Spaghetti Sauce

    107 reviews

    This homemade spaghetti sauce is loaded with sausage and beef and generously flavored with garlic and herbs. Using a slow...


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    Jambalaya

    164 reviews

    This low-effort slow-cooker jambalaya recipe features chicken, shrimp, and andouille sausage, various vegetables, bold flavors and plenty of spice. It's...

    Slow-Cooker Saucy Pork Chops

    27 reviews

    "I serve these tender chops a couple of times a month because we just love them," writes Sharon Polk of...


    Cacoila

    3 reviews

    Our cacoila recipe is a delicious Portuguese-style twist on pulled pork. Made in a slow cooker, the pork is seasoned...


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    Carolina Pulled Pork

    28 reviews

    This tangy Carolina pulled pork recipe features a sweet-and-spicy rub with homemade mustard sauce. When piled on buns with a...


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    Slow-Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs

    34 reviews

    Low-and-slow cooking is the key to achieving tender, flavorful meatballs in this slow-cooker spaghetti and meatballs recipe. Make homemade meatballs,...


    Big Red Soup

    8 reviews

    We're Nebraska Cornhusker football fans, and on the days when the "Big Red" team is playing, I make up a...


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    Roast Beef and Gravy

    84 reviews

    This easy roast beef and gravy recipe requires only four simple ingredients and a slow cooker. It's classic comfort food...