Slow Cooker Meals

There's something almost magical about putting ingredients into your slow cooker in the morning and coming home to a perfectly cooked meal hours later. These recipes are designed to make the most of this wonderfully convenient cooking method, with options for every season and occasion. I've tested each one multiple times to get the cooking times and ingredient combinations just right - no mushy vegetables or dried-out meats here! You'll find everything from hearty stews and tender roasts to surprising desserts and even breakfast options. Most recipes include both high and low heat instructions so you can adapt to your schedule. I've also included tips for prep-ahead steps and freezer-friendly options to make your meal planning even easier. Whether you're feeding a hungry family or batch cooking for yourself, these slow cooker recipes deliver rich, developed flavors with minimal hands-on effort. They're perfect for busy days, entertaining, or anytime you want to fill your home with mouthwatering aromas.

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Updated on Wed, 05 Mar 2025 21:30:07 GMT

Slow & Steady Winners

A bowl of beef stew with vegetables.
Cuban Beef Slow Cooker

This traditional Ropa Vieja brings you melt-in-your-mouth Cuban pulled beef cooked with colorful peppers, sweet onions and bold spices using your slow cooker or Instant Pot.

A pot of beef and vegetables, including carrots and potatoes, is cooking on the stove.
Sunday Beef Pot Dinner

Our amazing beef roast breaks apart at the touch of your fork, paired with wholesome veggies for an unforgettable family meal.

Juicy, smoky, slow-cooked BBQ beef ribs for the perfect hearty dinner.
Slow Cooked BBQ Beef Ribs

Juicy beef ribs slow-cooked to tender perfection with a caramelized BBQ glaze.

A white bowl filled with glossy, sweet-spicy meatballs, topped with fresh herbs. There's a blurred view of another dish in the backdrop.
Spicy Slow Cooker Meatballs

Tender meatballs in a sticky, sweet-spicy sauce made from chili sauce and grape jelly. Ideal for hosting or casual snacking on game days.

A hearty bowl of beef stew with big chunks of beef, colorful veggies, and a tasty broth.
Beef Stew Slow Cooker

A slow-cooked dish with soft beef chunks, peas, carrots, and potatoes in a deep, savory broth enriched with wine.

Close-up showing a bowl of spaghetti mixed with taco beef, diced tomatoes, sweet corn, and fresh parsley.
Taco Spaghetti Crockpot

Tender taco-style beef meets spaghetti, all done together in a slow cooker with diced tomatoes and gooey cheese.