Did you think your slow cooker was only for winter time? Think again, and don't put it away just yet... The slow cooker is not just great for making cozy soups and stews for the colder months; you can use it for so much more. From carnitas and whole birds to mac and cheese and some more summery soups and stews, this collection of recipes will help you put your slow cooker to good use all through the year!
Crispy Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas
These slow cooker pork carnitas require just 10 minutes of prep time and an afternoon in the crockpot to create a delicious home-cooked meal that your family will love! Tender shredded pork with crispy burnt ends stuffed inside soft flour tortillas and topped with diced onion and cilantro - this meal will quickly become a family favorite!
Slow Cooker Three Bean Taco Soup
If you have 10 minutes, you have enough time to prep this Slow Cooker Three Bean Taco Soup that is vegetarian, gluten-free, and freezer-friendly. Just combine everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. Serve with your favorite taco toppings like cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips / strips, and green onions.
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
With just a handful of ingredients and no pre-cooking required, slow cooker white chicken chili is every bit as satisfying as it is simple. Check the recipe notes for two options for thickening the chili with or without dairy and lots of options for toppings.
Slow Cooker Corn Chowder
This Corn Chowder captures the taste of summer whether you use fresh or frozen corn kernels. Top this rich, creamy chowder with bacon, green onions, and cheddar cheese.
Crock Pot Cheesy Potatoes
Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes is the ultimate easy comfort food. Making this delicious cheesy potato side dish in your slow cooker is incredibly easy – just dump, set, and forget it!
Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup
This easy slow cooker minestrone soup is a hearty vegetarian dinner chalked full of pasta, beans and zucchini. It's an easy and delicious weeknight dinner the whole family will love!
Garlic Herb Slow Cooker Potatoes
This recipe is a lifesaver recipe when the oven is already filled!
Slow Cooker Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
This super easy brussels sprouts recipe is made with a homemade balsamic reduction. All you need is 10 minutes of prep time before letting your slow cooker do the rest of the work!
Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup
This easy and flavorful Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup made with canned tomatoes is a classic tomato soup with tomatoes, basil, and simple seasonings that come together quickly in the Crock Pot. Serve it with grilled cheese or crackers for a satisfying lunch or dinner!
Lentil Tortilla Soup
This Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup can be made in an Instant Pot pressure cooker, slow cooker, or on the stove, for an easy and crazy tasty soup everyone will love!
Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
These Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes are rich, creamy, and decadent. Every bite is smothered in Gruyere and Parmesan cheese, and it’s the perfect side to make when you're oven and/or stove top is already filled with other dishes!
Crock Pot Lava Cake
Chocolate Lovers, do you need a decadent and minimal-effort dessert? Then this easy Crockpot Lava Cake, made with a few everyday ingredients, is your best bet.
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Get all the flavors of your favorite enchilada dinner in this easy one-pot Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole – no rolling tortillas or baking required! Just layers of tortillas, tender chicken, and cheesy goodness that your whole family will love.
Salsa Chicken
This Crockpot Salsa Chicken is an easy way to get dinner on the table, even when you don’t have time to cook. With less than five minutes of prep and just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is sure to be a family favorite.
Creamy Tortellini Soup with Tomatoes and Kale
Cozy and comforting with Italian turkey sausage for heartiness and fresh kale (or baby spinach) for greens. This is an easy weeknight soup whether you make it on the stovetop, in your Instant Pot, or in your slow cooker.
Crockpot Mac and Cheese
Made with a mix of cheddar and American cheeses, this Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is super creamy and so easy to make. Just add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker and cook on low. No need to even precook the pasta!
5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
This Creamed Corn is a delicious buttery side dish that requires almost no prep time and is easy to make in the Crock Pot!
Pork and Hatch Green Chile Stew
Slow-cooked spicy, Hatch green chile goodness with tender pork cubes to serve over rice, polenta, or in tortillas… This Pork and Hatch Green Chile Stew is a perfect “set it and forget it” main dish with the flavors of New Mexico!
Crockpot Cornish Game Hens
These Slow Cooker Cornish Hens are tender, juicy, flavorful, and easy to make. The veggies are cooked with the game hens in the Crockpot for a complete meal all in one!
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