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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    Italian Meatballs and Sausages

    Here’s a wonderful nibble for a tailgate or any family function. The snack is so easy to prepare and also...


    Fiery Sweet Chicken Thighs

    This dish combines my love of spicy Thai food with a sweet, almost barbecue-like sauce. You can't beat the slow-cooker...


    Barbecue Pork Cobb Salad

    My lunchtime salad gets way more interesting topped with barbecue pork, cheddar cheese and creamy avocado. It's as satisfying as...


    Luau Pork Lettuce Wraps

    2 reviews

    I first made this recipe when our family took a trip to a beach house in Florida. On my night...


    Loaded Broccoli-Cheese Potato Chowder

    12 reviews

    For anyone who loves baked potatoes or broccoli cheese soup, this is the best of both worlds. If you have...


    Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Chicken Sandwiches

    1 review

    My kids often ask for chicken sloppy joes, and this version has a bonus of sweet pineapple. It is a...


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    Carnitas Recipe

    1 review

    With just a few minutes of prep work, this slow-cooked pork carnitas recipe is easy to make. Use the tender...


    Chorizo Chili

    I modified a bean soup recipe and came up with this wonderful chili. I make it mild, since that's how...

    Hungarian Treasure (Szekely Gulyas)

    7 reviews

    This combination of pork, sauerkraut, sour cream and paprika is heavenly served on buttery egg noodles with or without poppy...


    Spicy Peruvian Potato Soup

    1 review

    This robust Peruvian soup (known there as locro de papa) has the comfort of potatoes and the warming spiciness of...


    Slow-Cooker Tropical Orange Cake

    Inspired by the fruity tropical flavors of my all-time favorite yogurt, this makes
    for a fresh, fun and comforting...


    Slammin’ Lamb

    This meat is easy, flavorful and best when marinated overnight. You can even mix it up and freeze it until...


    Spicy Honey Sriracha Game-Day Dip

    3 reviews

    You can easily whip up this creamy, spicy, salty dip. For parties, I love dips in the slow cooker—just turn...


    95 Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes to Make for Dinner Tonight

    You won't get stuck in a recipe rut thanks to these slow cooker chicken recipes. From breasts to thighs, barbecue...


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    32 Skinny Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Love This Summer

    This summer, keep your commitment to eating healthy. Set up your slow cooker before heading outside, then come home to...


    Hawaiian Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps

    4 reviews

    We love this easy slow-cooker recipe on Sunday afternoons. It's equally comforting and light for lunch or dinner. We serve...


    Chicken Tostadas

    2 reviews

    A couple of smart shortcut ingredients, specifically taco seasoning and canned tomatoes with green chiles, make these chicken tostadas a...

    Chorizo and Chickpea Soup

    3 reviews

    Chorizo sausage adds its own spice to the broth of this soup, creating delicious flavor with no need for more...


    Slow-Cooker Strawberry Pudding Cake

    2 reviews

    I had these ingredients in my pantry and thought I'd experiment. The flavors are just like strawberry cheesecake—only in a...


    Overnight Peach Oatmeal

    5 reviews

    Hearty oatmeal combined with bright, sweet peaches make this slow-cooker recipe a perfect breakfast or brunch. This is an excellent...


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    28 Slow Cooker BBQ Recipes

    When slow cooker ribs, BBQ chicken and pulled pork are on the menu, you know it’s gonna be a good...


    37 Slow Cooker Recipes to Make for Memorial Day

    Forget about the grill. We're using our trusty slow cooker instead! Dig into top-rated Memorial Day recipes, like creamed corn,...


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    48 Slow Cooker Recipes Your Kids Will Definitely Eat

    Avoid a mealtime meltdown with these yummy slow cooker recipes for kids. From chili mac and pot roast to potato...

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    27 Ways to Make Slow-Cooker Sausage

    For a hearty supper, look no further than these Crockpot sausage recipes. We have delicious ideas for sandwiches, pastas, tacos...


    Oregano Green Beans with Toasted Pine Nuts

    1 review

    This super easy side dish is a wonderful picnic or potluck recipe. It’s a beautiful, surprising mix that leaves guests...


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    34 Fun Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipes

    Break out that slow cooker! From stuffed potatoes to tacos and more, these slow cooker pulled pork recipes are the...


    35 Chicken Thigh Recipes for the Slow Cooker

    Cheap and juicy, chicken thighs make for a succulent slow cooker dinner. All of these delicious chicken thigh recipes are...


    19 Healthy 5-Ingredient Recipes For Your Slow Cooker

    On busy nights, these slow cooker recipes make it easy for the whole family to enjoy a healthy, homemade meal.


    Green Chile Posole

    2 reviews

    This recipe combines parts of my nanny’s recipe and my mother’s. I learned both of them when I was very...