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Tasty Crock Pot Appetizers

Tasty Crock Pot Appetizers

Make appetizers the easy way by using your slow cooker. Slow simmered meatballs, hot dip, and even chicken wings can be made in the crock pot freeing up your kitchen and time!



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recipe for drunken kielbasa

Drunken Kielbasa

Kielbasa sausage is the perfect party food - especially when it's drunken! The kielbasa is cooked in a mixture of chili sauce, bourbon, and brown sugar, resulting in a sweet-savory...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for bourbon cocktail meatballs

Bourbon Cocktail Meatballs

These glazed meatballs will be a hit at your next cocktail party. A cup of bourbon for the barbecue glaze already has you breaking out the good stuff, so why not pour up a...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for rotel cheese dip

Rotel Cheese Dip

This cheese dip is creamy, gooey, and delicious, with subtle chile heat. A must-have at any party, this cheesy dip is quick and simple to make.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for mini reuben sandwiches

Mini Reuben Sandwiches

Made with cocktail rye bread, Thousand Island dressing, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for green curry wings

Green Curry Wings

Delicious Thai-style chicken wings are made by slow cooking them in a sauce made with green curry paste, Thai basil, coconut milk, fresh ginger, and cilantro.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

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recipe for bbq appetizer ribs

BBQ Appetizer Ribs

Sweet and tangy barbecue spareribs, slowly simmered in the crock pot. Perfect finger food (albeit a little messy).

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for classic reuben dip

Classic Reuben Dip

Made with Thousand Island salad dressing, corned beef, sauerkraut, cream cheese, Swiss cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for white pizza fondue

White Pizza Fondue

This recipe uses ricotta cheese which gives it a richer and more dense consistency, perfect for heartier dippers like Italian bread slices.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for st. patrick's day dip

St. Patrick's Day Dip

Made with garlic powder, milk, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, sour cream, Swiss cheese, deli corned beef, refrigerated sauerkraut

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for tangy honey garlic chicken wings

Tangy Honey Garlic Chicken Wings

Savor the flavors of tangy honey garlic chicken wings, an easy-to-prepare crock pot recipe featuring tender wings cooked in a lip-smacking honey, ketchup, and garlic...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for barbecue meatballs

Barbecue Meatballs

This dish marries tender meatballs with a flavorful barbecue sauce. The best part? The oven does the initial cooking, then your crockpot steps in to let those flavors meld together.

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for italian bbq chicken wings

Italian BBQ Chicken Wings

These Italian BBQ chicken wings are a delicious and easy way to feed a crowd. The wings are cooked in a crock pot with a simple Italian-style sauce.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for boiled peanuts

Boiled Peanuts

When it comes to boiled peanuts, southerners know how to do it right. These salty snacks are perfect for road trips, picnics, or simply enjoying on a lazy afternoon.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for zesty beer meatballs

Zesty Beer Meatballs

Made with ketchup, salt and pepper, ground beef, onions, bread crumbs, eggs, beer, vegetable juice, lemon juice, hot sauce

Method:   oven, stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for pizza meatballs

Pizza Meatballs

Mozzarella stuffed meatballs are slow-cooked in a tasty tomato sauce. Serve as an appetizer or entree.

Method:   oven, crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chicken wings with homemade barbecue sauce

Chicken Wings with Homemade Barbecue Sauce

Pineapple juice, soy, and molasses give these wings a sweet-sour-savory flavor. A much-needed departure from basic buffalo and other standard sauces.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spicy hot ranch chicken wings

Spicy Hot Ranch Chicken Wings

Because the crock pot uses moist heat to cook, these buttery ranch chicken wings are extra tender.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for hot wings

Hot Wings

Hot wings don't have to come from a takeout menu, and this easy recipe proves it. With just a handful of ingredients and a crock pot, you can whip up a batch of saucy wings that pack a punch.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for spicy honey barbecue chicken wings

Spicy Honey Barbecue Chicken Wings

Just the right balance of smoky (barbecue sauce), sweet (honey), and spicy (mustard and hot sauce) to make these wings a hit with everyone who eats them.

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for blackberry wings

Blackberry Wings

These spicy-sweet wings are broiled before you add them to the crockpot to give them extra texture.

Method:   oven, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for sweet 'n tangy chicken wings

Sweet 'n Tangy Chicken Wings

The trick to great slow-cooker wings? Giving them a quick, crispy broil before tossing them in the crockpot with a sweet and smoky sauce.

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for blt dip

BLT Dip

Craving a blend of classic flavors in dip form? This BLT masterpiece takes all the best things about the quintessential sandwich and serves it in a bowl.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for barbecue hot dogs

Barbecue Hot Dogs

Made with hot dogs, grape jelly, barbecue sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for sweet russian appetizer ribs

Sweet Russian Appetizer Ribs

Made with pineapple juice, Russian salad dressing, spareribs, salt and pepper, water, garlic salt

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cranberry meatballs

Cranberry Meatballs

Made with eggs, salt, black pepper, onion, bread crumbs, water, cranberry sauce, brown sugar, chili sauce, lemon juice

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for jimmy dean cheese dip

Jimmy Dean Cheese Dip

This cheese dip combines Jimmy Dean sausage with Cheez Whiz, cheese soup, and green chiles for a savory and rich appetizer. Conveniently prepared in a crock pot, serve hot with...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for apple mustard kielbasa

Apple Mustard Kielbasa

Made with mustard, kielbasa rings, apple jelly

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sweet and sour cocktail franks

Sweet and Sour Cocktail Franks

Made with pineapple chunks, chili sauce, grape jelly, lemon juice, prepared mustard, cocktail franks

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for beer cheese fondue

Beer Cheese Fondue

Made with sliced jalapeno peppers, flour, chili powder, Monterey jack cheese, sharp Cheddar cheese, beer, garlic, green chiles

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for little smokies appetizer

Little Smokies Appetizer

Made with grape jelly, cocktail wieners, chili sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for creamy spinach dip

Creamy Spinach Dip

Made with thyme, onion, garlic salt, Worcestershire sauce, cream cheese, whipping cream, frozen chopped spinach, Parmesan cheese, pimento

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for artichoke crab dip

Artichoke Crab Dip

Made with pita breads, cream cheese, crab meat, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, green onion, artichoke heart

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for meatless chili con queso

Meatless Chili con Queso

Made with Velveeta, diced tomatoes with green chiles, green onions, ground coriander, ground cumin, hot pepper sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for reese's fondue

Reese's Fondue

Made with banana slices, apple wedges, pound cake pieces, or marshmallows, semisweet chocolate chips, evaporated milk, sugar, peanut butter

Method:   crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for velveeta salsa dip

Velveeta Salsa Dip

Made with cilantro, processed cheese, picante sauce or salsa

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for hot bacon cheese dip

Hot Bacon Cheese Dip

Made with bacon, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, half-and-half, Worcestershire sauce, onion, prepared mustard

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for sweet and spicy kielbasa

Sweet and Spicy Kielbasa

Made with brown sugar, prepared mustard, onion, kielbasa

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for too easy tamale dip

Too Easy Tamale Dip

Made with chili without beans, tamales, picante sauce, cheese, onion

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for barbecued cocktail meatballs

Barbecued Cocktail Meatballs

Made with ketchup, bread crumbs, egg, onion, black pepper, garlic salt, brown sugar, tomato paste, soy sauce, cider vinegar

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for bacon-onion chip dip

Bacon-Onion Chip Dip

Made with potato chips or crackers, bacon, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cajun pecans

Cajun Pecans

Made with cayenne pepper, pecan, butter, chili powder, salt, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, onion powder, garlic powder

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for championship bean dip

Championship Bean Dip

Enjoy the perfect dip for any occasion, featuring refried beans, picante sauce, sour cream, and cheeses. Simply mix, heat in a crock pot, and serve hot with chips.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for creamy chili cheese dip

Creamy Chili Cheese Dip

Made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, canned chili

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for hot little doggies

Hot Little Doggies

Made with hot dog buns, cocktail weiners, bbq sauce

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for spinach artichoke dip with toasted baguette slices

Spinach Artichoke Dip With Toasted Baguette Slices

Made with mayonnaise or salad dressing, Parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, frozen chopped spinach, monterey jack or mozzarella cheese, red bell...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spicy cocktail franks

Spicy Cocktail Franks

Made with cocktail wieners, ketchup, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, frankfurters

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for artichoke and cheese dip

Artichoke And Cheese Dip

Made with artichoke hearts, Mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, onions

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for spinach, crab and artichoke dip

Spinach, Crab And Artichoke Dip

Made with hot pepper sauce, frozen chopped spinach, cream cheese, artichoke hearts, crab meat

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for refried black bean dip

Refried Black Bean Dip

Made with cilantro or green onion, cumin, refried black beans, salsa, cream cheese, pepperjack or Monterey Jack cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for barbecue sausage bites

Barbecue Sausage Bites

Made with pineapple chunks, ground allspice, dry mustard, miniature smoked sausage links, cooked bratwurst links, cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, barbecue sauce, orange...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for island kielbasa

Island Kielbasa

For a meal that bridges convenience and taste, try this island-flavored kielbasa. The sweetness of pineapple and brown sugar marries well with hearty sausage, ideal for a relaxed family...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for crimson-glazed ham balls and smokies

Crimson-Glazed Ham Balls And Smokies

Made with graham crackers, onion, dried cranberries, milk, ground cloves, ground pork, ground ham, non-stick cooking spray, cranberry sauce, chili sauce

Method:   oven, stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chili-cheese nachos

Chili-Cheese Nachos

Made with tortilla or corn chips, nacho cheese, chili, jalapenos

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for sloppy joe dip

Sloppy Joe Dip

Made with ground beef, sloppy joe sauce

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours




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