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 Chicken Potpie

    Each bowl of this easy, flavorful slow-cooker chicken potpie is topped with a fluffy biscuit.


    Slow-Cooker Cheese Dip

    10 reviews

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


    Slow-Cooker Cubed Steak

    This slow-cooker cubed steak recipe requires scarcely 10 minutes of hands-on work and yields tasty, tender meat every time.

    Slow-Cooker Short Ribs

    77 reviews

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


    Slow-Cooked Balsamic Lentil Soup

    2 reviews

    Balsamic vinegar and honey give this healthy soup a tangy and slightly sweet flavor. Since this soup is slow-cooked, the...

    Slow-Cooked Lemon Chicken Orzo

    1 review

    Only the chicken needs to be prepped for this succulent one-pot wonder. This lemon chicken orzo is reminiscent of what...


    Slow-Cooker Baby Back Ribs

    The slow cooker does most of the heavy lifting in this slow-cooker baby back ribs recipe, cooking the ribs until...


    Green Chile Butternut Squash Soup

    1 review

    This Mexican-inspired butternut squash soup is made in a slow cooker. I like to cook it overnight, blend it in...


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    30 Crockpot Dip Recipes for Your Next Party

    Start the party with one of these Crockpot dips. From bean dip to bacon beer dip, there's an easy slow-cooker...

    Slow-Cooker Korean Beef

    1 review

    This slow-cooker Korean beef recipe is extremely versatile and a cinch to prepare. Serve it over steamed rice or wrap...


    Slow-Cooker Chicken and Rice

    This slow-cooker chicken and rice is healthy, budget-friendly and quick to prepare.


    Slow-Cooker Chicken Casserole

    1 review

    You'll need 10 minutes of prep time to make this Crockpot chicken casserole. Your trusty slow cooker will do the...


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    Slow-Cooker Carne Asada

    One sniff of our aromatic slow-cooker carne asada and you'll wish it was already dinnertime.


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    Crockpot Smothered Pork Chops

    1 review

    Simple smothered pork chops are the quintessential comfort food—and they're almost foolproof to make in the slow cooker.

    Mother’s Day Ham

    1 review

    After one bite, my husband informed me this slow-cooker ham was the best I've ever made. I invented it because...


    Slow-Cooker Guinness Beef Stew

    2 reviews

    Full of chunks of beef, carrots, parsnips and potatoes, this deeply flavorful slow-cooker Guinness beef stew makes a hearty meal...


    How to Make Crockpot Smothered Pork Chops

    Simple smothered pork chops are the quintessential comfort food—and they're almost foolproof to make in the slow cooker.


    Slow-Cooked Apple Cinnamon French Toast

    1 review

    My husband works nights delivering linens to hospitals and nursing homes. As a retired nurse, I worked for many years...


    Slow-Cooker Spanakopita Frittata Sandwiches

    Years ago my husband and I took a cruise through the Greek islands for our 10th anniversary. Delicious and nutritious...


    Twice-Cooked Fried Chicken

    Fried chicken is my favorite food, so it’s no surprise that I’ve tried dozens of recipes looking for the perfect...


    How to Make Slow-Cooker Chicken Casserole

    Find cooking tips and a step-by-step recipe for how to make slow-cooker chicken casserole.


    How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice—the Easiest Weeknight Meal

    This slow cooker chicken and rice is healthy, budget-friendly and quick to prepare.


    Snag an On-Sale Slow Cooker in Time for the Super Bowl for as Low as $24

    Bump up your game day parties without bumping up prep time. These slow cooker deals save money and minutes!

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    How to Make Slow-Cooker Chicken Legs Like a Pro

    Craving drumsticks? Our recipe for slow-cooked chicken legs is easy, saucy and sure to impress.


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    Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

    6 reviews

    Slow-cooker chicken tortilla soup is easy and delicious. Simply brown the chicken, then toss everything in the slow cooker, and...


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    92 Slow-Cooker Recipes to Warm Your Winter

    Come in from the cold and sit down to slow-simmered pot roast, loaded chili and breakfast-for-dinner, too. Even on the...


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    16 Slow-Cooker Turkey Breast Recipes for Stress-Free Holidays

    Making a slow-cooker turkey breast for Thanksgiving is so stress-free, you’ll realize you can do it any time of year!


    56 Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes for the Slow Cooker

    Save space in your oven this Thanksgiving by using your slow cooker to whip up holiday favorites like turkey, sides,...


    Pumpkin Pie Hot Chocolate

    Pumpkin pie vodka hot chocolate is the ultimate holiday cocktail. Made in a slow cooker and perfect for feeding a...