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    Home » Thanksgiving

    12 Crockpot Recipes That Save Time and Oven Space This Thanksgiving

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated November 14, 2025 · Published November 14, 2025 · Leave a Comment

    These 12 Crockpot recipes are perfect for Thanksgiving, allowing you to save time and keep your oven free for the turkey and pies. With minimal prep, you can create delicious side dishes that cook while you focus on other holiday tasks. Enjoy a stress-free holiday with these easy-to-make options.

    Glazed Carrots

    Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
    Photo Credit: I Heart Nap Time.

    Brown sugar-glazed carrots are an easy and tasty side dish that everyone enjoys. They have a rich, sweet flavor and a buttery texture, which makes them a great choice for your Thanksgiving dinner. These carrots add a nice touch to the meal and are sure to please your guests.

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    Scalloped Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
    Photo Credit: Bowl of Delicious.

    These potatoes are rich and cheesy, perfect for your Thanksgiving feast. They free up space in your oven and on the stove, allowing you to prepare other dishes without any trouble.

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    Rosemary Honey Beets

    Rosemary Honey Slow Cooker Beets
    Photo Credit: It's a Veg World After All.

    Cooking beets in a crockpot is a great way to get them nice and soft while bringing out their natural flavor. This method is perfect for preparing meals ahead of time or serving as a delicious side dish during your holiday celebrations.

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    5-Ingredient Creamed Corn

    5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
    Photo Credit: Whiskful Cooking.

    This side dish is easy to make and requires no prep work at all. It's perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just a regular weeknight meal. You can simply toss everything in the crockpot and let it do the work for you.

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    Corn Casserole

    Crock Pot Corn Casserole
    Photo Credit: Mom Foodie.

    This dish offers a tasty twist on a traditional Southern favorite that's popular during the holidays. Known as corn pudding or Jiffy Corn Casserole, it mixes sweet corn with cornbread mix, creating a warm and comforting side that fits perfectly on your Thanksgiving table.

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    Classic Stuffing

    Classic Slow Cooker Stuffing
    Photo Credit: Peas and Crayons.

    Slow Cooker Stuffing is a fantastic option to help you save oven space during Thanksgiving. It comes out soft and fluffy on the inside, with a lovely crisp on the outside. This dish is perfect for adding to your holiday spread without taking up valuable cooking space.

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    Cranberry Sauce

    5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce
    Photo Credit: Running to the Kitchen.

    This simple cranberry sauce is made with just five ingredients and cooked in a slow cooker. It helps clear up space on your stove for all the other dishes you're preparing for Thanksgiving. With minimal effort, you can have a delicious side ready to go.

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    Creamy Mac and Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Kitchen Fun with my 3 Sons.

    Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is a creamy dish that's easy to make. Just add all the ingredients to the slow cooker and let it cook on low, skipping the step of boiling the pasta first. This is a great option for Thanksgiving when you want to save time and keep your oven free for other dishes.

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    Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

    Slow Cooker Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
    Photo Credit: Chef Savvy.

    This side dish is easy to make and only takes about 10 minutes to prepare. After you set it up, your slow cooker will take care of everything, allowing you to focus on other parts of your Thanksgiving dinner. It's a great way to add something delicious to the table without taking up oven space.

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    Green Beans

    Slow Cooker Green Beans
    Photo Credit: Culinary Ginger.

    This side dish is perfect for the holidays. Green beans are slowly cooked in butter and vegetable stock, giving them a rich flavor. They're topped with sweet shallots and crunchy toasted almonds for a nice finish. It's an easy way to add something special to your Thanksgiving table.

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    Easy Dinner Rolls

    Easy Slow Cooker Dinner Rolls
    Photo Credit: Living Sweet Moments.

    Slow Cooker Dinner Rolls are simple to prepare and come out soft and delicious. They're perfect for dinner or can be enjoyed with jam in the morning. These rolls save you time and space in the oven, making them a great addition to your Thanksgiving meal.

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    Braised Red Cabbage

    Slow Cooker Braised Red Cabbage
    Photo Credit: Cinnamon and Kale.

    Braised red cabbage with apples is a delicious and comforting side dish that fits well with any meal. This easy slow cooker recipe allows you to add a healthy option to your table without much effort. It's a great choice for Thanksgiving or any gathering, bringing a nice balance of flavors to your feast.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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