21 Slow-Cooker Suppers

These satisfying suppers are perfect for your busy schedule. Just toss in the ingredients and let your slow cooker do all the work.

Slow Cooker Recipes: Slow-Cooker Red Beans and Rice

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Slow-Cooker Red Beans and Rice

Red beans and rice doesn’t get any easier than this slow-cooker version. Just chop everything in advance, and the slow cooker will do the rest of the work.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Slow-cooker Turkey Chili Recipes

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Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili

Made with black beans, lean ground turkey, and an assortment of veggies, this easy chili recipe requires only 20 minutes of hands-on time.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Easy Brunswick Stew Recipes

Easy Brunswick Stew

Nothing is more comforting than a big bowl of hearty Brunswick stew. Sop up every flavorful last bit with crusty bread or crispy cornbread crackers.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Slow-Cooker Barbecue Beef Sandwiches Recipes

Slow-Cooker Barbecue Beef Sandwiches

Make your favorite creamy coleslaw to serve with or on this barbecue sandwich. Freeze any leftover meat for up to one month.

 

Chalupa Dinner Bowl Nachos

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Chalupa Dinner Bowl Nachos

This fresh and flavorful twist on traditional Tex-Mex fare has easy make-ahead options. Pork loin roast and pinto beans spiced with Mexican seasonings in Chalupa Dinner Bowl Nachos are a come-back-for-seconds treat.

Slow Cooker Recipes: Slow-Cooker Veggie Chili Recipes

Slow-Cooker Veggie Chili

Serve Slow-Cooker Veggie Chili with hearty whole grain bread or hot cooked brown rice for a healthy, hearty meal.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: French Dip Sandwiches Recipes

French Dip Sandwiches

Serve these flavorful roast beef sandwiches with reserved broth for dipping.  

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Potatoes Recipes

Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Potatoes

Only a short amount of preparation in the morning turns appetizing Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Potatoes into a new family favorite.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Beef with Red Wine Sauce Recipes

Beef with Red Wine Sauce

A bed of egg noodles absorbs the rich juices of Beef with Red Wine Sauce.

 

Slow-cooker Beef Tacos

Slow-Cooker Beef Tacos

Get the flavor of slow roasted beef without spending hours in the kitchen. Your slow cooker does most of the work for this taco filling. Plus, leftovers freeze well and taste great on baked potatoes.

What's for Supper? Pot Roasts Recipes

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Cowboy Pot Roast

Slow, gentle cooking makes the Cowboy Pot Roast fork-tender and draws out its meaty flavor. Serve with Cheese-and-Onion Cornbread.

Slow Cooker Recipes: Peppered Beef Soup Recipes

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Peppered Beef Soup

Peppered Beef Soup served in Toasted Bread Bowls is reminiscent of a pot roast with all the fixings. The bread bowls are toasty on the outside and infused with broth on the inside.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Slow-cooker Beef Brisket Recipes

Slow-Cooker Beef Brisket

South-of-the-border flavors such as ground chipotle powder and fresh cilantro add zest to Slow-Cooker Beef Brisket.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Spicy-Sweet Ribs and Beans Recipes

Spicy-Sweet Ribs and Beans

Slow cookers don't brown food, so here we broil the ribs for extra flavor before adding them to the pot. Serve with cornbread and a simple green salad with creamy Italian or ranch dressing.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Easy Burritos Recipes

Easy Burritos

Easy Burritos are perfect for a casual meal with guests. If your company runs late, the meat for the burritos will hold for quite a while. Keep warm on low in the slow cooker, if necessary.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Italian Pot Roast

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Italian Pot Roast

This hearty roast of beef pairs well with a quick tortellini toss: Sautée zucchini, sweet peas, and onion; toss with hot cooked tortellini, shredded Parmesan, and fresh basil.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: King Ranch Chicken

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King Ranch Chicken

Fans of creamy, Southwestern flavored King Ranch Chicken Casserole will love this easy slow cooker version of the recipe. Serve with a side salad.

Tip: Removing the slow cooker’s lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking gives casseroles like King Ranch Chicken oven-baked flavor and texture.

 

Slow Cooker Recipes: Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork

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Slow Cooker Barbecue Pork

Serve this simple-to-fix recipe with buns and slaw, fill a quesadilla, or spoon over hot cooked cheese grits or toasted cornbread.

 

Slow-cooked Barbecued Chicken

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Slow-cooked Barbecued Chicken

Start with a whole chicken, cut up, and simmer in a homemade barbecue sauce of ketchup, cola, cider vinegar and a splash of bourbon for a Southern barbecue flavor. Enjoy this slow-cooked chicken by itself or as a sandwich piled with Pickled Peppers & Onions atop Sweet Potato Cornbread.

Texas-Style Barbecued Beef Brisket

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Texas-Style Barbecued Beef Brisket

Let your slow cooker do the work for a tender, juicy brisket every time. Serve it with Lone Star Slaw and sop up the pan juices with Texas toast.

Spicy Slow-Cooker Beef Chili

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Spicy Slow-Cooker Beef Chili

Make-Ahead
Once the chilly weather sets in, we guarantee you'll be looking forward to this spicy dish after a long day at work.

Good Luck Greens and Peas with Ham

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Good Luck Greens and Peas with Ham

Spread the good fortune with this tasty dish, and don't forget to serve it with Cheesy Cornbread on the side.

Spiced Beef Stew with Sweet Potatoes

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Spiced Beef Stew with Sweet Potatoes

A chuck roast paired with sweet potatoes and butternut squash will hit the spot on the chilliest winter nights.

Chicken and Cornbread Dumplings

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Chicken and Cornbread Dumplings

Cornbread dumplings make this Southern favorite even more Southern, and even more irresistable. It's the ultimate slow-cooked comfort.

Shrimp-and-Sausage Gumbo

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Shrimp-and-Sausage Gumbo

Enjoy a smoky and spicy classic that takes just a couple of minutes to prepare. When it's ready, serve over a bed of herbed rice.

Chicken-and-Squash Casserole

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Chicken-and-Squash Casserole

Get all the satisfaction of a hearty casserole with none of the messy cleanup. And making it in a slow-cooker will ensure an even more tender bite.

Slow Cooker Recipes: Slow-cooker Turkey Chili Recipes

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Tips on Buying a Slow Cooker

Prices range from $25 for a basic, two-temperature-setting (Low/High) model to $125 or more for a programmable, multi-temperature model.

  • Look for a stoneware insert. This dishwasher-, oven-, and microwave-safe insert makes cooking and cleaning a snap.
  • Choose the right size: A standard 2.5-qt. model is fine for two; 3.5- to 5-qt. serves a family of four; larger families need at least a 6-qt. capacity.
  • Determine what’s best for your schedule. Programmable models generally let you select a 4- to 6-hour cook time or 8- to 10-hour cycle. A warm setting comes on at the end, and keeps food warm until you’re ready.

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