Not just for Easter! This twice-cooked, boozy roast is wonderfully tender from the slow cooking in the crock pot and braising in the oven.
Method: crock pot, oven
Time: over 5 hours
Crock Pot Dinner
The main dish, the star of the show: Dinner. This is the recipe that the rest of the meal is planned around so make it the best. And make it in your crockpot. You can cook all kinds of entrees from meatballs to duck to tofu to scallops in your slow cooker.
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Easy Easter Roast Beef
Seasoned Lamb Chops
You don't need to be a pro chef to cook up some spectacular lamb chops. Just rub the chops in some oregano and thyme, give them a quick sear, and toss them in the crockpot with...
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Spiced Beef Tongue
Beef tongue needs to be cooked just right and the crock pot makes that easy. The seasoned cooking liquid not only adds flavor but it helps tenderize the meat.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Beef Brisket in Beer
This slow-cooker beer brisket delivers, with hardly any effort on your part. Thickening up the extra juices with cornstarch makes a rich gravy to drizzle over top of the brisket...
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Shrimp Marinara
A popular Italian seafood recipe made easy with the slow cooker. Shrimp are simmered in a slow-cooked seasoned tomato sauce and served over pasta.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
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Basic Brisket
You can't go wrong with this all-purpose recipe. Brisket is best when cooked in moist heat which means the crock pot is perfect for this task.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Easy Beef Shanks
There's something magical about a slow-cooked meal after a long day, and these easy beef shanks do exactly that, transforming meat and some pantry staples into a comforting creation.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Smoky California-Style Barbecued Spareribs
Crock pot magic: tender, smoky spareribs slow-cooked in a savory mix of brown sugar, cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Ribs just got a whole lot...
Method: crock pot, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Albondigas
Crockpot albondigas cooked with tomatoes and green chiles go great on warm flour tortillas with fresh chopped cilantro.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Easy Country-Style Pork Ribs
Ribs, ketchup, cola - just toss them all in the crockpot for the easiest ribs ever while you kick back with a couple beverages of choice.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Beef And Rice Casserole
Browned hamburger is mixed with onion, celery, soy sauce, cream of chicken soup, and rice and cooked in a crock pot.
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Ground Beef Pasta Goulash
This ground beef pasta goulash is a hearty and delicious meal that your whole family will love. This recipe is easy to make and can be made ahead of time, so it's perfect for...
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Pork Steak Casserole
Strips of pork steak are slow cooked in a seasoned tomato sauce and served over rice or pasta.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Italian Chicken & Potatoes
Skinless chicken breast halves are cooked on top of potato wedges and topped with Italian salad dressing and parmesan cheese.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Chicken And Eggplant Parmigiana
This crockpot parmigiana combines the best of both worlds--breaded chicken and sliced eggplant, topped off with pizza sauce and a two-cheese topping of melted goodness.
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Aloha Pork Steaks
An easy slow cooker sweet pork steak recipe made with Hawaiian-style ingredients including pineapple and soy sauce. Serve over rice.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Greek Shrimp
A slow cooker version of the classic Greek dish, shrimp saganaki. Serve it with bread for sopping up the delicious sauce.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Barbecued Boston Butt Roast
Shredded pork sandwiches don't get much easier than this. Let the pork slow cook in the crock pot then mix it with your favorite bbq sauce.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Ground Beef And Mashed Potato Casserole
This yummy dish is sort of like a slow cooked shepherd's pie. It has a ground beef and vegetable base that is topped with a creamy mashed potato layer.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Golfers Chicken
Put this chicken recipe in the crock pot, go play a round of golf (or something else that takes 4-5 hours!), and come back to a delicious, hot cooked meal.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Mexican Chicken
Salsa is your best friend in this recipe. It majorly cuts down on the ingredient list, and you can pick spicier or milder varieties to suit your tastes.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Chicken Sloppy Joes
Change up your sloppy joes with this chicken-based crock pot recipe. These joes are tender and tangy and are sure to be a hit.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Italian Dressing Pot Roast
Talk about easy crockpot shortcuts. Thanks to Italian dressing, this pot roast only needs three ingredients to slow cook itself to zesty, meaty perfection.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Americanized Chicken Chop Suey
Bringing a dash of culinary adventure to dreary weekdays, grab some chicken and let this slinky chicken chop suey inspire your next dinner assignment.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Beef Sirloin Tips
Beef tips cooked with onions and mushrooms in a savory beef broth sauce make this slow cooker recipe a winner.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
BBQ Pork Chops
This dish features perfectly cooked slow cooker pork chops smothered in a tangy, sweet barbecue sauce and surrounded by tender potatoes.
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Mushroom Chicken In Sour Cream Sauce
This effortless slow cooker chicken dish is really elevated by the fresh sliced mushrooms, which go beautifully in the rich sour cream sauce.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Asian Pork Strips
Strips of lean pork stewed in the crockpot with soy sauce, garlic, and BBQ sauce get the perfect complement from little bursts of tropical pineapple flavor.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Caribbean Shrimp and Rice
Shrimp is slow cooked in a seasoned broth and then mixed with peas, tomatoes, and cooked rice before serving.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Meatballs And Baked Beans
Porcupine-style meatballs (ground beef mixed with rice) are slow cooked in a dressed up baked bean sauce.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Creamy Chicken Ramen Casserole
Made with skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, frozen mixed vegetables, butter, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, onion powder, ramen...
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Barbecue Spoon Burgers (Sloppy Joes)
No more sub-par sloppy Joes. This "spoon burger" mix upgrades basic beef with a thick and pungent barbecue sauce.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Chicken Stuffing Casserole With Broccoli
This easy crock pot dinner is made with boneless chicken, stuffing mix, frozen broccoli, broccoli cheese soup, and chicken broth.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
BBQ Chicken For Sandwiches
Looking for a simple and delicious way to make BBQ chicken for sandwiches? Try this recipe for crock pot chicken, cooked in a savory and sweet BBQ sauce until it's tender and...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Turkey Meatballs And Gravy
Perfectly seasoned and topped with a rich and creamy gravy, these turkey-beef meatballs are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic comfort food.
Method: crock pot, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Ham And Hash Browns
Ham and hash browns slow cooked in a cheesy sauce make a great breakfast or side dish.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
10 Hour Beef Stroganoff
Spend your day doing anything but cooking. This 10-hour beef stroganoff cooks itself in the crock pot, blending beef, creamy soups, and sour cream into a delicious meal served...
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Three Envelope Roast
The famous crock pot roast recipe that uses just three seasoning ingredients for the most delicious roast you'll ever have.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Veal And Peppers
This simple crock pot meal brings out the best of veal, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. Cooked in a savory tomato-based mixture, it's an effortless yet flavorful meal.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Knockwurst in Beer
Who doesn't love a dish that practically begs to be simmered to perfection? This one-pot wonder combines hearty knockwurst, tangy sauerkraut, and yes, a delicious pour of beer.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Quick Meatballs
These meatballs with cream of mushroom and onion soup mix may be slow-cooked, but they'll be sure to make dinner come together pretty quick.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
7-Up Pot Roast
This recipe for slow cooker 7-Up pot roast is a delicious and easy way to make a pot roast. The 7-Up adds a touch of sweetness to the dish, while the slow cooker cooks the meat to...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Zesty Italian Barbecue Meatballs
These zesty Italian barbecue meatballs are the perfect addition to any party or gathering. They're easy to make and are cooked in a slow cooker, making them perfect for...
Method: oven, crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Butter Beef
Butter and beef make up two out of three ingredients you need for this dish, but the addition of onion soup adds a savory touch and makes the saucy beef a killer match for creamy mashed...
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Wild Duck Breast L'Orange
Duck breast slow cooked with apples and onions makes for a bird with beautifully balanced flavors. Awesome with wild rice!
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Paprika Pork
Hungarian paprika is the star of this crock pot recipe, spicing up boneless pork ribs served with a luscious sour cream-onion sauce.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Layered Enchilada Casserole
Corn tortillas layered with ground beef, cheese, and a simmered mix of blended tomatoes and onions will become one of your new favorites.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Chili Spaghetti
Your favorite chili flavors mixed into a crock pot spaghetti recipe. It's made with ground beef, tomato juice, onions, chili powder, cheese, and spaghetti noodles.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Sticky Drumsticks
Serve these tasty slow cooked chicken drumsticks with lots of extra napkins!
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Low Carb Spicy Chicken
Going low-carb or keto? The crockpot is your new best friend, and a well-spiced chicken recipe like this one can take you a long way.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.
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