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20 Slow Cooker Recipes to Make Life Deliciously Easy

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For those busy days when you want a delicious home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen, slow cooker recipes are a lifesaver. This collection of 20 flavorful dishes is perfect for setting it and forgetting it, while you go about your day. From classics like chicken noodle soup and pot roast to unique options like Romanian cabbage rolls and pineapple salsa pork, these recipes bring ease and warmth to your table. Whether you’re craving something creamy, savory, or just plain comforting, there’s a slow cooker recipe here to satisfy every appetite.

Slow Cooker Curried Lentil Soup

A close-up image of a ladle scooping hearty lentil soup from a black slow cooker. The soup includes visible chunks of carrots, spinach, and lentils in a thick, rich broth—a perfect addition to your collection of slow cooker recipes.
Slow Cooker Curried Lentil Soup

This quick and easy Slow Cooker Curried Lentil Soup recipe is a total breeze to whip up! It’s loaded with feel-good ingredients and bursting with delightful curried flavors that you’ll love!

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Slow Cooker Whole Chicken

A cooked whole chicken, seasoned with herbs and garnished with fresh parsley, rests in a black slow cooker. Two metal utensils, a fork and a spoon, are placed inside the cooker alongside the chicken—an enticing addition to your collection of slow cooker recipes.
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Mix the delicious taste of Rotisserie Chicken with the convenience of your crockpot! Try this Slow Cooker Whole Chicken, featuring the same tasty spice blend you love from the store, but made with love right in your kitchen. Enjoy!

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Mississippi Pot Roast

A close-up of a savory dish featuring tender, slow-cooked beef served over creamy mashed potatoes. The beef is garnished with fresh parsley and is accompanied by a rich, flavorful gravy that seeps into the mashed potatoes - perfect for those who love slow cooker recipes.
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Get ready to enjoy the real deal Mississippi Pot Roast, straight from a Mississippi native! With just 6 simple ingredients, this dish is packed with flavor – you definitely don’t want to miss it!

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Smothered Chicken

Close-up of a dish with tender pieces of meat simmered in a slow cooker, enveloped in a rich, thick curry sauce, and garnished with chopped cilantro. The deep orange-brown hue reflects a masterful blend of spices and flavors that only slow cooker recipes can achieve.
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This smothered chicken recipe is super easy to whip up, whether you choose the stove or a slow cooker! It features tender chicken thighs swimming in a delicious gravy that’s perfect for all you comfort food lovers out there! Enjoy!

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Braised Boneless Short Ribs

Close-up of a savory beef stew with chunks of beef, carrots, and vegetables in a thick brown gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes. This indulgent entry from our Beef Recipes collection is garnished with chopped green herbs.
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This amazing recipe for Braised Boneless Short Ribs gives you incredibly tender beef that practically melts in your mouth! It’s the perfect example of comforting, heartwarming food!

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Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

A slow cooker filled with chicken noodle soup, featuring wide egg noodles, shredded chicken, sliced carrots, and garnished with fresh herbs. The edges of ingredients like garlic, seasoning, and lemon are partially visible around the pot—a perfect addition to your slow cooker recipes collection.
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Treat yourself to the ultimate comfort food: Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup! It’s loaded with juicy chicken, tender noodles, and delicious veggies, seasoned just right to bring back the warm, nostalgic flavors of grandma’s homemade goodness!

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Romanian Cabbage Rolls

Close-up of stuffed cabbage rolls on a plate, topped with creamy yogurt sauce and garnished with herbs. A fork is cutting into one roll, revealing a filling of rice and ground meat.
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Come on in and explore the delicious flavors of Romanian Cabbage Rolls (Sarmale)! Tender cabbage wraps around a delightful mix of ground meat, rice, and spices, all baked in a yummy tomato sauce. It’s the perfect comfort food to enjoy and share with friends!

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Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken & Corn Soup

A close-up of a hearty chicken and vegetable soup in a black pot. The slow cooker recipe features chunks of chicken, corn, celery, carrots, and sweet potatoes in a creamy broth. A wooden spoon is partially submerged, lifting up several ingredients.
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This creamy chicken & corn soup is a delightful twist that offers a wonderfully rich and hearty texture, thanks to its thyme-infused base. Get ready to fire up the stove and prep some ingredients before the magic happens in the slow cooker. You’ll love diving into this comforting medley of tender chicken, root veggies, creamy corn, and savory bacon—pure satisfaction is just a bowl away!

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Quick & Easy Spaghetti Bolognese

A fork holds a portion of spaghetti topped with tomato sauce, ground meat, and herbs. The background shows more of the pasta dish.
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This quick and easy Spaghetti Bolognese recipe creates a delicious meat sauce that’s bursting with Italian flavor! Plus, it’s ready in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy night!

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Crock Pot Sirloin Tip Roast

A plate containing shredded sirloin tip pot roast served on top of mashed potatoes, garnished with baby carrots and fresh parsley. The dish is accompanied by a savory brown gravy.

This Crock Pot Sirloin Tip Roast is a delicious slow-cooked dish that brings together tender beef, carrots, and onions, all drenched in a rich homemade gravy. It’s just perfect for those cozy family dinners!

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Crock Pot Lamb Shanks

A plated dish featuring flavorful slow-cooked lamb shanks garnished with fresh parsley. The lamb is served with tender cooked carrots in a rich sauce, all presented on a white plate. A fork rests on the side of the plate, and a glass of water is visible in the background.
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This recipe is a tasty base just waiting for your personal flair! Don’t hesitate to play around with different herbs, spices, or veggies to whip up a lamb shank dish that truly showcases your taste. It’s a versatile and comforting meal that’s super easy to make your own!

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Beef Brisket Soup

A white bowl filled with brisket soup.
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This Slow Cooker Beef Brisket Soup is a meal-prepping dream come true! Just toss everything in your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you kick back. You’ll end up with a delicious, satisfying soup that’s perfect for dinner or as a tasty encore for lunch. With hearty flavors and brisket so tender it practically melts in your mouth, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion—who knew dinner could be this easy and fabulous?

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Slow Cooker Potato Soup

A hearty bowl of creamy potato soup topped with crispy bacon bits, shredded cheddar cheese, and vibrant green onion slices. The rich soup is served in a white bowl, showcasing a comforting and flavorful combination of ingredients. Perfect for those who love easy slow cooker recipes.
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This Slow Cooker Potato Soup recipe is a total no-brainer—just toss it in the crock-pot and let it work its magic! You’ll end up with a delightfully thick, creamy, and flavor-packed soup that’s so good, you’ll forget it doesn’t even need heavy cream!

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Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken

A slow cooker filled with shredded chicken in a green sauce, garnished with cilantro. This delightful dinner showcases one of the best slow cooker recipes, ready to be served with fresh cilantro visible in a small dish to the side.
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Get ready to impress your family with this mouthwatering Crockpot chicken, packed with zesty salsa verde! Imagine juicy, tender shredded chicken bursting with spicy, tangy flavors. Just toss everything into your slow cooker or Crockpot, and in about 3 hours, you’ll have the most delicious chicken perfect for pairing with sides, stuffing into tacos, and so much more! Enjoy!

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Slow Cooker Italian Wedding Soup

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Get ready to win the “Family Favorite” award! This hearty, healthy Slow Cooker Italian Wedding Soup is about to become your home’s culinary superstar—just like it has in ours. With a delightful mix of flavorful chicken broth, vibrant carrots, onions, celery, spinach, and those cute little meatballs, it’s a soup so good you’ll want to marry it! Savor every spoonful and embrace the love!

Get The Recipe: Slow Cooker Italian Wedding Soup

Slow Cooker Beef with Mushrooms

Close-up of a hearty mushroom and beef stew, perfect for slow cooker recipes. The dish features chunks of beef and sliced mushrooms in a rich, dark gravy, garnished with fresh chopped parsley. A wooden spoon is partially submerged in the stew, suggesting serving or stirring.
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This recipe is a tasty starting point for you to make your own! Feel free to toss in your favorite veggies or herbs in the slow cooker for a meal that’s just right for your taste buds. It’s a versatile and comforting dish that’s super easy to personalize!

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Slow Cooker Oxtail Orzo Soup

a big bowl full of Slow Cooker Oxtail Orzo Soup sprinkled with fresh parsley
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Oxtail and orzo come together beautifully in this cozy slow cooker soup! The tender oxtail meat and chewy orzo pasta make for a delightful textural experience, all swimming in a rich and flavorful broth. Enjoy a warm bowl of comfort!

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Slow Cooker Chicken in a Hurry

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Get ready for a tasty burst of flavors with this Chicken in a Hurry! The delightful mix of onion soup, brown sugar, and ketchup creates a tangy-sweet marinade that will have your taste buds begging for more. Enjoy!

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Turkey Tenderloin

The image shows a succulent turkey tenderloin that has been cooked and sliced, garnished with rosemary and lemon slices, and served with a glistening sauce.
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Whether you choose to make it in the oven or slow cooker, this recipe makes succulent turkey tenderloin that’s bursting with flavor. With a simple brine, a savory sauce, and aromatic herbs, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.

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Slow Cooker Pineapple Salsa Pork

A white bowl filled with tender pulled pork from our favorite slow cooker recipes, topped with diced cheese and garnished with fresh cilantro. There are slices of tomatoes and a fork resting on the edge of the bowl. The background is blurred, showing more food items.
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Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Salsa Pork – insanely delicious and bursting with flavor, perfect for loading up burritos, tacos, burrito bowls, salads, and more! Not just a weekly staple, this dish is my go-to for entertaining guests; it’s unbelievably tasty, effortless, and incredibly versatile!

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