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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    Slow-Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

    13 reviews

    Here's an all-time favorite Italian dish made easy in the slow cooker! Dried herbs and fresh garlic give it an...


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    North Woods Beef Stew

    18 reviews

    I live in northern Wisconsin, where we appreciate hot and hearty meals during our cold winters. Conveniently prepared in a...


    Easy Slow-Cooked Spaghetti Sauce

    7 reviews

    "After searching for a tomato sauce that didn't taste like it was only for spaghetti, I set out to make...


    Slow-Cooked Ham and Lentil Soup

    5 reviews

    Lentil lovers will enjoy a big batch of this satisfying soup. Just pop it in the slow cooker after lunch,...


    Makeover Beef & Potato Soup

    11 reviews

    Slow-cooker easy, this soup is a Christmas Eve tradition after church services at our house. —Sheila Holderman, Berthold, North Dakota


    Sweet Onion & Cherry Pork Chops

    2 reviews

    When I want to jump-start supper, I opt for these tender pork chops. The sweet and savory cherry sauce makes...


    Slow-Cooked Shredded Pork

    1 review

    The tasty pork filling for these sandwiches requires very little work because it's prepared in the slow cooker. The mild,...


    Cabbage Kielbasa Supper

    9 reviews

    If you're a fan of German food, you'll enjoy this traditional combination of sausage, cabbage and potatoes from Margery Bryan....

    Easy Chocolate Clusters

    2 reviews

    You can use this simple recipe to make a big batch of chocolate candy without a lot of fuss. I've...


    Italian Pulled Pork Sandwiches

    10 reviews

    Enjoy all the flavors of Italian sausage sandwiches with this healthier alternative. —Lia Dellario, Middleport, New York


    Home-Style Chicken Soup

    1 review

    “I’ve relied on this easily prepared broth on many occasions,” Kathy Rairigh shares from Milford, Indiana. “Mom gave me the...


    Butterscotch Apple Crisp

    7 reviews

    This sweet treat is a cozy way to warm up winter nights. Sliced apples are sprinkled with a tasty topping...


    Lemon Chicken Breasts with Veggies

    13 reviews

    For a hearty, comforting dish with a nice, subtle lemon flavor, try this delicious chicken dish. It has everything you...


    Hearty Broccoli Dip

    4 reviews

    You'll need just five ingredients to stir up this no-fuss appetizer from Sue Cal. "People often ask me to bring...


    Pineapple Curry Chicken

    11 reviews

    Curry has a moderate to strong flavor, so add it early in the cooking process for good balance with pineapple,...


    Easy Party Meatballs

    9 reviews

    Meatballs are always great for parties. This is an easy twist on the usual recipe, and it's very fast to...


    Great Northern Bean Chili

    1 review

    Seven ingredients makes this mild version of a Southwestern chicken chili. I like to add a dash of hot sauce...

    Simple Tender Pork Chops

    9 reviews

    “My family has enjoyed these simple pork chops for years,” writes Patricia Dick from her home in Anderson, Indiana. “They...


    Pizza Dip

    12 reviews

    Everybody loves this simple dip. If you have any left over, spoon it on toasted English muffins for a great...


    Southwest Vegetarian Lentil Soup

    1 review

    Even self-avowed carnivores won’t miss the meat in this zippy dish. It’s chock-full of healthy ingredients that will keep you...


    Coffee-Braised Roast Beef

    2 reviews

    This recipe has been a family tradition since 1974. The meat is quick and flavorful, so it's a nice welcome...


    Slow-Cooked Pot Roast

    16 reviews

    I like to serve my fork-tender pot roast with sauteed tarragon carrots and rosemary-roasted red potatoes. This homey meal suits...


    Hot Dogs ‘n’ Beans

    1 review

    You'll please kids of all ages with this tasty combination that's good for casual get-togethers. "I frequently fix this when...

    Creole Black Beans ‘n’ Sausage

    16 reviews

    Cheryl Landers can easily add a Louisiana entree to her LaTour, Missouri table any day of the week. “I brown...


    Chipotle Ham ‘n’ Cheese Dip

    1 review

    If you enjoy throwing dinner parties for friends, you can't beat a convenient slow-cooker recipe like this one. Who wants...


    Deb’s Mushroom & Barley Soup

    5 reviews

    Nothing is more comforting than coming home to this rich soup! I prepare the ingredients the night before and start...


    Hash Brown Egg Breakfast

    7 reviews

    I love this hearty slow cooker breakfast dish. It's great for potlucks because it's easy to carry and always popular.—Nancy...


    Barbecue Sausage Bites

    11 reviews

    This irresistible appetizer pairs tangy pineapple with sweet barbecue sauce and three kinds of sausage. It'll tide over even the...


    Slow-Cooked Stuffed Flank Steak

    2 reviews

    This recipe came with my first slow cooker. Now I'm on my fourth slow cooker and I still use the...