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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    Twice-Cooked Fried Chicken

    Fried chicken is my favorite food, so it’s no surprise that I’ve tried dozens of recipes looking for the perfect batch. This recipe is the result of my mission to create my own foolproof rendition. —Audrey Alfaro, Rapid City, South Dakota

    Easy Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Rolls

    I love how these scrumptious treats make use of my slow cooker and are so easy! I can just walk...


    Slow-Cooker Caramelized Onions

    Slow-cooker caramelized onions will make any meal taste better. Toss them on a burger or sandwich, or in scrambled eggs...


    Slow-Cooker Baked Ziti

    I don't know one family that doesn't have some crazy, hectic weeknights. This slow-cooker baked ziti recipe was a delicious,...


    Cafe Rio Copycat Pork Bowls

    My friends are big fans of Cafe Rio's sweet pork tacos, so I came up with this version to eat...

    Slow-Cooker Pinto Beans

    I love pinto beans, but I always feel the flavor can easily turn too bland. I added a little this...


    Slow-Cooker Hard-Boiled Eggs

    These slow-cooker hard-boiled eggs are my go-to for a group. They're a lifesaver and perfect for the holidays! I love...

    Slow-Cooker Sauerkraut

    This slow-cooker sauerkraut recipe was made by a special someone in my life. I was never a fan of sauerkraut...


    Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole

    This sloppy joe Tater Tot casserole is an easy dinner for both you and the kids. Serve with carrot and...


    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...


    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...

    Slow-Cooker Beef Tenderloin

    I created this slow-cooker beef tenderloin recipe when I was having guests over. It tastes incredible with little effort. —Amanda...


    Pizza Beans

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


    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 slow-cooker monkey bread to church potlucks—children and adults alike love it! The rum extract is optional....


    Slow-Cooker Pina Colada Bananas Foster

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


    Slow-Cooker Banana Bread

    I love to use my slow cooker. I started to experiment with making bread in it so I wouldn’t have...


    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...


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    Fudgy Chocolate-Almond Slow-Cooker Brownies

    When my oven broke before a potluck, I had to think of another way to make the brownies I had...


    Tomato Beef Barley Soup

    When my children were young, I needed a soup that everyone would eat—something filling but also something delicious. My sons...


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    24 Desserts to Make in Your Slow Cooker This Summer

    Keep your kitchen cool with these summer dessert recipes. Throw in your favorite seasonal flavors and let your slow cooker...


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    39 Easy Summer Side Dishes for the Slow Cooker

    These easy side dishes come together in your slow cooker, so they won't warm up your house on hot summer...


    31 Slow-Cooker Recipes for July

    Beat the July heat by letting your slow cooker do the work. With these simple sandwiches, easy sides and even...

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    30 Slow-Cooker Meals for June

    Keep the house cool by making dinner in the slow cooker. We've got a recipe for every day in June.


    Slow-Cooked Chicken Caesar Wraps

    I first made these slow-cooker chicken Caesar wraps for our daughter who loves Caesar salads, then later for our extended...


    Pineapple RumChata Shortcakes

    This deliciously different dessert is made in the slow cooker instead of in the oven. When done, add final touches...


    Slow-Cooker Grits

    Since moving to the South, I have come to love grits! I also adore my slow cooker, and I worked...


    Greek Sausage and Peppers

    This Greek sausage and peppers recipe is an old family favorite. My grandmother, mother and I make this every year...


    Slow-Cooker Butter Chicken

    I spent several years in Malaysia eating a variety of Middle Eastern and Southeast Asian food. This was one of...