Slow-Cooking

These slow-cooker recipes offer convenience that can’t be beat. Find recipes for chicken, beef, pork and more, plus sides, apps and desserts.

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    Cajun-Style Beans and Sausage

    Beans and rice make the perfect meal because they're well-balanced, an excellent source of protein, and easy to prepare. The...


    Greek Shrimp Orzo

    This is one of our go-to meals. It's finger-licking good and so satisfying, and it reheats well. My husband would...


    Hearty Baked Potato Soup

    I got this recipe from my aunt, a terrific cook. Full of bacon, cheese and chives, the soup tastes just...


    Sesame Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    I wanted to build a better pork sandwich, and this Asian-style filling was a huge hit with my husband and...


    Chuck Wagon Beans with Sausage

    I followed the lead of cooks of Old West cattle ranges to come up with these savory beans. Sweet and...


    Slow Cooker Mushroom Stuffing

    My grandmother created this recipe after my grandfather left the well-drilling business and invested all their money in a mushroom...


    Apple Comfort

    Years ago, we were without electricity for nine days during an ice storm, but I was able run the slow...


    Slow-Cooker Italian Sloppy Joes

    These tasty sloppy joes with plenty of mass appeal are perfect for a gathering. If you're taking them to an...

    Slow Cooker Calico Beans

    With so many folks moving to meatless or healthier food choices, I decided to remove the meat from the original...


    Chicken Wild Rice Soup with Spinach

    I stir together my chicken-and-rice cream soup whenever we’re craving something warm and comforting. Reduced-fat and reduced-sodium ingredients make it...


    Mint Lamb Stew

    The lamb here isn’t just tender—it melts in your mouth! This recipe is an adaptation of a stew my mother...


    Creamy Garlic-Lemon Chicken

    I needed an easy way to prepare my family's favorite meal, lemon chicken, and this recipe is it! My entire...


    Slow-Cooker Turkey Sloppy Joes

    The combination of chili sauce and ground turkey in these sloppy joes creates a delicious flavor. The avocado adds a...


    Italian Appetizer Meatballs

    Store-bought spaghetti sauce speeds up the preparation of these homemade meatball appetizers. Leftovers make terrific sub sandwiches. —Rene McCrory, Indianapolis,...


    Nacho Hash Brown Casserole

    This tasty slow cooker recipe will free up your oven and produce the best hash browns ever. Soft and super...


    Bacon-Beef Barley Soup

    Here’s a robust dish that’s perfect for hungry teenagers! Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this quick, comforting soup really hits...


    Loaded Baked Potato Soup

    The only thing that beats the comforting flavor of this thick and hearty loaded baked potato soup is possibly the...

    Slow-Cooked Peachy Spareribs

    Canned peaches make a delightful addition to my flavorful sparerib sauce. Served over rice, the sweet-tangy ribs make a sensational...


    Creamy Tarragon Chicken

    Break out the slow cooker and start the week off on an easy note with this all-in-one recipe. A cup...


    Chicken Merlot with Mushrooms

    Slow cooked and savory, this dish is perfect for any night of the week, and is sure to become a...


    Slow-Cooked Curry Chicken

    Our three children love the spicy flavors found in this Crock-Pot chicken curry. Add more or less curry depending on...


    Vegetarian Pea Soup

    I combined several recipes to make my own version of this soup. It was a real favorite when I was...


    Chunky Creamy Chicken Soup

    I am a stay-at-home mom who relies on my slow cooker for fast, nutritious meals with minimal cleanup and prep...

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    Slow-Cooker Hot Fudge Cake

    A cake baked in a slow cooker may seem unusual, but after-dinner smiles prove how tasty it is. Sometimes, for...


    Hearty Beef Veggie Soup

    Here's a slow-cooked meal-in-one just perfect for chilly winter nights. It's nice to come home to a hearty soup that's...


    Buffet Meatballs

    I need only five ingredients to fix these easy appetizers. My grape jelly and ketchup meatballs make an appearance...


    Harvest Apple Cider

    I simmer this comforting cider in my slow cooker every fall. —Lesley Geisel, Severna Park, Maryland


    Mexican-Inspired Chicken Soup

    This zesty chicken taco soup is loaded with corn and black beans in a mildly spicy red broth. As a...


    Veggie Meatball Soup

    It's a snap to put together this hearty soup before I leave for work. I just add cooked pasta when...