100 Crock Pot/Slow Cooker Recipes

Looking to help simplify life? Check out the wide variety of over 100+ Crock Pot Recipes to help make breakfast, lunch, and dinner time a breeze! Don’t forget the dessert, because their is a whole slow cooker section dedicated to decadent desserts.

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I’ve found 100 amazing, delicious Crock Pot/Slow Cooker recipes that can take away the stress of trying to plan and fix a big dinner after a long, exhausting day. Or maybe you are looking for an easy appetizer, a dessert, or even breakfast! The sky is the limit when it comes to what you can cook in the Crock Pot!

I’m here to not only answer some of the most frequently asked questions but also share with you some of the best slow cookers on the market for all price points. Feel free to click on a link in the table of contents and it will jump you down to the section you are interest in looking at.

Best Slow Cookers
FAQs
Crock Pot Breakfast Recipes
Crock Pot Dip Recipes
Soup Recipes in Crock Pot
Slow Cooker Side Dish Recipes
Recipes for Chicken in the Crock Pot
Beef Recipes in Slow Cooker
Slow Cooker Pork Recipes
Vegan Slow Cooker Recipes
Slow Cooker Dessert Recipes

Best Slow Cookers

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If you don’t own a Crock Pot or Slow Cooker I am here to share with you some of the Best Slow Cookers on the market plus the ones I own. All prices were found in March 2022 and could be subject to change. Below you will find my affiliate links — this means if you purchase from any of these links I make a small commission at no additional cost to you.

KitchenAid 6-Quart Slow Cooker with Standard Lid found on KitchenAid for $120. This is the similar model of the slow cooker I have. I prefer an oval shaped slow cooker so that I can easily fit in large pieces of meat like corned beef or whole chickens.
Instant Pot NOVA 6 Pressure Cooker, 6 quart found on Amazon for $42. This does both slow cooking and pressure cooking and a great value.
Crock-Pot 6-Quart Cook & Carry Programmable Slow Cooker with Digital Timer found on Amazon for $80. The latches are perfect if you plan to be transporting your meal.
Hamilton Beach Portable 6-Quart Set & Forget Digital Programmable Slow Cooker with Lid Lock, Temperature Probe, Stainless Steel found on Amazon for $70. I love that this has a thermometer that stays in the meat so you don’t have to disturb the meat from cooking.

FAQs

Here are just some of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to cooking with a slow cooker/ Crock Pot.

What cannot be cooked in a slow cooker?

Some food that cannot be cooked in a slow cooker are:

–Dairy – it will curdle if cooked over a long period of time. Instead add it at the end

–Starches – Ingredients like rice, couscous, and pasta should be omitted from the slow cooker until the end.

– Seafood – most seafood takes minutes to make and you don’t want rubbery fish).

-Lean meats – you can cook boneless skinless chicken breast but you need to remove it from the heat asap and make sure you have a delicious sauce to coat it in.

-Extra fatty meats -trim off the extra fat so that your food cooks evenly)

What can you cook in the slow cooker?

There are a wide variety of items you can cook in a slow cooker. My favorites are pot roast, whole chickens, jambalaya, and pork tenderloins for main dishes. I also like to cook potatoes, creamed corn, honey carrots as side dishes. Don’t forget dessert. The slow cooker can make a mean dump cake or even cobbler.

Can you put raw meat in a slow cooker?

Yes, it is safe to put raw meat in a slow cooker. Just make sure it is fully defrosted before cooking. This will prevent unwanted food borne illness.

Is slow cooker worth buying?

Yes, a slow cooker is worth buying if you find that you never have enough time to get dinner on the table. Dinner can be placed in a slow cooker in the morning and cook while you are at work. In my book spending the $50-100 is well worth it.

Do slow cookers use a lot of electricity?

Slow cookers use very little electricity, making them energy efficient and ideal for trying to get a home cooked dinner on the table. Slow cookers, like those from Crock-Pot brand, use between 75-150 watts of electricity on low and between 150-210 watts on high.

Can you leave a slow cooker unattended?

Yes, the beauty of the slow cooker is that you can leave it unattended while you go about your day. Since they have either a “low” or “high” setting and if the recipe is followed properly you should have no issues leaving it unattended.

Can you leave a slow cooker on overnight?

Yes, slow cookers and Crock Pot’s are designed to be left to cook for long periods of time unattended which includes overnight. If you are entertaining for a breakfast or brunch or simply want to bring dinner to a friend the next day. Placing ingredients in a slow cooker before bed and letting it cook overnight can be ideal.

Crock Pot Breakfast Recipes

Everyone thinks of the Crock Pot for dinner recipes, but don’t forget you can easily make breakfast in it. Set it before bed and wake up to a hot breakfast. Here are a few of my favorite Crock Pot Breakfast Recipes from Crock Pot French Toast Casserole, CrockPot Breakfast Casserole, and Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal.

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Table of contents

Best Slow Cookers

FAQs

Crock Pot Breakfast Recipes

Crock Pot Dip Recipes

Soup Recipes in Crock Pot

Slow Cooker Side Dish Recipes

Recipes for Chicken in the Crock Pot

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Peppers

Slow Cooker Creamy Green Chile Shredded Chicken Tacos

Beef Recipes in Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker Pork Recipes

Vegan Slow Cooker Recipes

Slow Cooker Dessert Recipes

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