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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    Fall Vegetable Sloppy Joes

    I make this dish in the fall and sneak grated vegetables into the sloppy joe mixture, which is especially good for children who don’t like to eat their vegetables! Just walk away and let the slow cooker do all the work. Top the filling with a little shredded cheese before serving. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

    Asparagus Tuna Noodle Casserole

    I updated a traditional tuna casserole using fresh asparagus and asparagus soup. This is so different and so delicious. Use...


    Slow-Cooker Meatball Stew

    This recipe was a lifesaver when I worked full time and needed a dinner that we all would enjoy when...


    Slow-Cooker Orange Chicken

    This is a family-friendly recipe that even the kids will like. It's easy to prepare and flavorful enough to share...


    Bacon Breakfast Casserole

    This easy breakfast dish allows me to make a comforting family favorite that doesn't take a lot of prep. It's...

    BBQ Bacon Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

    This simple recipe tastes amazing. We prefer putting mayo on the bun and adding cheddar or Muenster cheese, lettuce, tomato...


    Gourmet Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

    These beef sandwiches were a tradition in my family on winter vacations after a long day of snow skiing, but...


    Spiced Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    This pulled pork is tender and has a fabulous spice rub on it. It is my sweetie's favorite meal, and...


    Sweet and Spicy Sloppy Joes

    These sandwiches have been the go-to meal for my son's basketball team. Turkey is a wonderful change from ground beef...


    Country Bacon-Beef Mac and Cheese

    This extra-meaty mac and cheese is super easy to make in the slow cooker. Kids love it and I like...


    Slow-Cooker Blueberry Cobbler

    I love blueberries, and this easy cake mix cobbler showcases them deliciously. Serve the treat warm with a big scoop...


    Philly Cheese Sandwiches

    I'm a big fan of cheesesteaks, and in this throw-together recipe my slow cooker does all the work. It's a...


    Slow-Cooked Orange Chipotle Chicken

    Even though this chicken dish cooks for hours, the citrus keeps things fresh. We're big on spice, so sometimes I...

    Pulled Pork Doughnut Hole Sliders

    This slider recipe was created by accident when we had a surplus of root beer from a party. Now we...


    Turkey Ginger Noodle Soup

    I wanted something comforting yet healthy, and ginger is my favorite spice. This recipe was a must-try for me, and...


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    Country-Style Barbecue Ribs

    These ribs get a good sear under the broiler, then go into the slow cooker to become fall-apart tender. Enjoy...


    Sausage-Herb Dressing

    To make time for last-minute Thanksgiving essentials, I prep the sausage part of this recipe a day or two ahead...


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    Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll

    Come home to the heavenly aroma of fresh-baked cinnamon rolls! This healthier version tastes just as decadent as a regular...


    Slow-Cooker Beef Tips Burgundy

    Here's a classic dish made simple in the slow cooker. Mushrooms, red wine and tender beef make an easy, elegant...


    Slow-Cooker Potluck Beans

    It was the morning of our family potluck and I still needed something to bring. I threw together this recipe...


    Slow-Cooker Peach Crumble

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


    Hearty Manhattan Clam Chowder

    This veggie-packed clam chowder is savory and satisfying. Butter up some crusty bread and you'll have yourself a complete meal....

    Meatballs in Honey Buffalo Sauce

    My family loves the sweet and spicy combination and declared this recipe an instant favorite just for that reason. The...


    Tomato Balsamic Chicken

    I came up with this saucy chicken during a particularly busy holiday season. As new parents, my husband and I...


    Cheddar and Chive Mashed Potatoes

    My husband swears my cheddar mashed potatoes are the world's best. We always have some in the freezer. Sometimes I...


    Double-Duty Chicken with Olives & Artichokes

    My grandmother came from the region around Seville, Spain, where olives are produced. They get a starring role in her...


    Potluck Bacon Mac & Cheese

    This wholesome mac & cheese is slow-cooker easy. Make it during the week or take it to your next potluck!—Kelly...


    Slow-Cooker Chorizo Breakfast Casserole

    My kids ask for this hearty slow-cook casserole for breakfast and dinner. You can serve it with salsa or white...