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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    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...


    Spaghetti All’Amatriciana

    Spaghetti All'Amatriciana is a traditional Italian dish that reminds me of my roots. This amatriciana sauce recipe features guanciale (dried...


    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...


    Savory Rice-Stuffed Apples

    My family has several apple trees, so I am challenged to create new recipes each fall. This side dish is...


    Slow-Cooker Duck Breasts

    My husband and son are duck hunters, and I am always trying to find new ways to cook the meat....


    Crockpot Beef Tenderloin

    Low and slow is the name of the game when it comes to cooking the perfect Crockpot beef tenderloin.


    Pizza Beans

    Take this pizza-inspired dish to your next party. It makes an amazing side, or you can enjoy a larger serving...


    Glazed Carrots with Green Grapes

    After receiving a slow cooker many years ago and not knowing what to do with the thing, I finally branched...

    Indian Rice and Carrot Pudding

    This Indian carrot pudding recipe is rich in flavor and very easy to prepare. —Daljeet Singh, Coral Springs, Florida


    Mixed Veggies and Rice

    To add variety to sides for those who don't care for potatoes, I came up with this colorful dish. It's...


    Blueberry Iced Tea

    I enjoy coming up with new ways to use my slow cooker in the kitchen. If it’s going to take...


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    Slow-Cooker Monkey Bread

    I often take this monkey bread to church potlucks—children and adults love it! Use the rum extract for a robust...


    Slow-Cooker Pina Colada Bananas Foster

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


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    65 Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipes

    Make tonight's dinner an easy one with these simple and delicious slow-cooker chicken breast recipes. With everything from chicken noodle...


    Ranch Mushrooms

    I got this ranch mushrooms recipe from my sister-in-law, and it has become a family favorite. The mushrooms don't last...


    Coconut-Mango Malva Pudding

    My friend shared this amazing malva pudding recipe with me. Malva pudding is a dense, spongy cake drenched in a...


    Holy Moly Potato Soup

    This is a turned-up version of a cheesy potato soup. We eat this often, especially on cold winter evenings, but...

    Mom’s Molasses Ham and Beans

    This is a recipe my mom made frequently while I was growing up. It's perfect for a cold day when...


    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...


    Beef with Polenta

    Our beef with polenta recipe is a major upgrade from your basic meat and potatoes. The slow-cooked rosemary and garlic-spiked...


    The Best Slow-Cooker Recipes of 2025

    Our editors sifted through our highest-rated dishes to handpick the best slow-cooker recipes of 2025. From melt-in-your-mouth roasts to cozy...


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    23 Diabetic-Friendly Slow-Cooker Stews and Chilis

    Toss homey, comforting ingredients into your slow cooker for a diabetic-friendly feast. You'll be serving up seconds of these stews...

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    The Best Slow Cooker Brands According to Our Test Kitchen

    Slow cookers are responsible for all our favorite slow cooker recipes. Our Test Kitchen found the best-rated slow cooker...


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    40 Diabetic-Friendly Slow Cooker Soups

    People with diabetes can take advantage of easy slow cooker soups, too. These healthy soups are perfect for a cozy...


    8 Slow-Cooker Meals Inspired by Joanna Gaines

    Joanna Gaines is a busy cookbook author, TV host and mother to five children, so she has to be familiar...


    Cranberry-Apple Spritzer

    This is an easy five-ingredient drink to make for your guests for the holidays. Serve it hot or cold. —Courtney...


    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...