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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    Our 100 Most-Shared Slow Cooker Recipes

    We know slow cooking is every cook’s go-to for an easy and comforting meal. Here’s a round-up of our best slow cooker recipes that were liked, shared and pinned the most by readers like you!

    The Most Addictive Slow-Cooker Recipes You’re Not Making Yet

    For breakfast, dinner, snacks and desserts, these surprising slow-cooker recipes will earn you rave reviews.


    Slow-Cooker Baked Ziti

    I don't know one family that doesn't have some crazy, hectic weeknights. This slow-cooker baked ziti recipe was a delicious,...


    Slow-Cooker Cheese Dip

    I brought this slightly spicy cheese dip to a gathering with friends and it was a huge hit. The spicy...


    Cafe Rio Copycat Pork Bowls

    My friends are big fans of Cafe Rio's sweet pork tacos, so I came up with this version to eat...

    Slow-Cooker Short Ribs

    These ribs are an easy alternative to traditionally braised short ribs—you don't need to pay any attention to them once...


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    45 Budget-Friendly Slow Cooker Recipes

    When your schedule's full and your wallet's empty, meal planning can be a challenge. These cheap Crock-Pot meals come together...

    How to Cook a Ham in Your Slow Cooker

    Overwhelmed by all the holiday recipes taking up your oven real estate? Here's how to heat up a precooked ham...


    Buffalo Chicken Chili

    This Buffalo chicken chili is rich in the best way. The cream cheese, blue cheese and tangy hot sauce join...


    Texas Chili

    We make this Texas chili recipe every year for football parties. Our guests love the flavor. It can also be...


    Slow-Cooker Hard-Boiled Eggs

    These slow-cooker hard-boiled eggs are my go-to for a group. They're a lifesaver and perfect for the holidays! I love...

    Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole

    This sloppy joe Tater Tot casserole is an easy dinner for both you and the kids. Serve with carrot and...


    Slow-Cooker Poblano Pork Loin

    We love seasonal poblano peppers, so this slow-cooker pork loin with many southwestern seasonings is a family favorite. It can...


    Slow-Cooker Al Pastor Bowls

    You'll love this easy version of a traditional Mexican favorite. Serve this al pastor bowl over rice or in tortillas...


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    Slow-Cooker Monkey Bread

    I often take this slow-cooker monkey bread to church potlucks—children and adults alike love it! The rum extract is optional....


    Slow-Cooker Pina Colada Bananas Foster

    I took bananas Foster one step further and combined it with the flavors of my favorite tropical drink: a pina...

    Slow-Cooker Banana Bread

    I love to use my slow cooker. I started to experiment with making bread in it so I wouldn’t have...


    Portobello Ropa Vieja

    I created this version of a Mexican favorite for my family using meaty portobello mushrooms to mimic meat. Serve with...


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    Moroccan Apricot Chicken

    Chili sauce, apricots and Moroccan seasoning create an incredible sauce for slow-cooked chicken thighs. Traditional Moroccan apricot chicken typically includes...


    Rosemary Beef Roast over Cheesy Polenta

    I love beef roast in the slow cooker, and it's fun to pair it with something a little different from...


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    Multi-Cooker Cilantro Lemon Chicken

    This fall-off-the-bone cilantro chicken with lemon is very easy to prepare and is a wonderful way to cook a whole...


    Slow-Cooker Sweet Potato Chocolate Mole Soup

    This recipe is perfect for those days when you’re craving something just a little bit different. It’s spicy, flavorful and...


    Pork and Hominy Stew

    This pork hominy stew, also known as pozole, is a delicious southwestern delicacy. I moved it to the slow cooker...


    Weeknight Goulash

    With this recipe, you can put in a full day’s work, run some errands and still get dinner on the...


    Slow-Cooker Chicken Tagine with Pumpkin

    I first discovered tagines—Moroccan stews—when my oldest son was a baby, and I've loved them ever since. I used a...

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    Slow-Cooked Pumpkin Apple Cobbler

    This spiced cobbler with apples and cranberries is sure to please all of your holiday guests. It is perfect for...


    Slow-Cooker Thai Peanut Noodles

    I like to serve these Thai peanut noodles with green onion or cilantro for pops of color and fresh flavor....


    Slow-Cooked Ropa Vieja

    I traveled to Cuba a few years back and experienced some of the best food imaginable. One staple dish stuck...


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    Comforting Barley & Pumpkin Beef Stew

    There's nothing more comforting than a bowl of beef stew—unless, of course, it's a steaming hot beef stew loaded with...


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    Multi-Cooker Tropical Peach Crumble

    I look forward to going on our beach vacation every year, but I don't always relish the time spent cooking...


    Beef Curry with Rice

    Instead of going out to a restaurant, I created this beef curry recipe using a chuck roast, spinach and spices...