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
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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Ground Beef And Mashed Potato Casserole
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
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
Basic Meatloaf
The low heat of the slowcooker is the key to keeping this ultra-simple meatloaf ultra-moist. Ketchup is the classic topping, but it's easy to add in a couple dashes of hot sauce for a...
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
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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
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
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
Don't Be a Jerk Chicken
Throw chicken, onion, garlic, and a habanero pepper with a host of spices in the slow cooker. This is one jerk everyone will love.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Angel Chicken
Boneless chicken is slow cooked with dry Italian salad dressing mix, mushroom soup, white wine, and cream cheese and served over angel hair pasta.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
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
Stuffed Peppers With Beef And Rice
Bell peppers are stuffed with ground beef, onion, and rice and topped with spaghetti sauce in a crock pot.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Beef Stroganoff
Everybody loves a classic stroganoff, but it's not exactly a hands-off recipe. The crockpot comes to the rescue as it always does with a thick, creamy sauce that turns out perfect.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Crazy Chops
These should really be called Crazy Easy Chops. Pork chops, onions, butter, and seasonings. That's it.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Real Hungarian Goulash
Goulash isn't a dish to be rushed. It takes time for all the flavors to come together, so let the crockpot do the work. Plenty of sweet paprika gives the meaty goulash its...
Method: stovetop, crock pot, pressure cooker
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
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
Busy Day Roast Chicken
Classic roast chicken made easy in the crock pot. A great way to keep the chicken extra tender since the crock pot locks in the steam.
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
Rump Roast And Vegetables
Tough to go wrong with classic flavors. Beef, carrots and potatoes spiced with thyme and Worcestershire make up this classic roast plate.
Method: crock pot, stovetop, oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Mexican Short Ribs
Short ribs are slow cooked with Mexican-style flavors. An easy fix-and-forget recipe.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Chicken And Ramen Noodles
It might seem odd to put fast-cooking ramen in the slow cooker, but have no fear. Chicken breast and sour cream turn the humble ramen packet into a tasty and filling dish.
Method: crock pot
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Chicken Reuben Bake
Crock pot chicken breast baked with sauerkraut, Swiss, and thousand island dressing helps bring some diversity to the reuben world.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 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
Shrimp Newburg
A creamy and flavorful shrimp dish served over rice.
Method: crock pot
Time: 1-2 hours
Beefy Tomato Rice
Ground beef, chopped onions, diced tomatoes, and tomato soup are simmered in a crock pot. Cooked rice is stirred in before serving.
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Chili Verde With Tomatillos
The "verde" in this pork-based stew comes from a combination of ingredients including green bell peppers, green chiles, jalapenos, and tomatillos.
Method: crock pot, stovetop
Time: 2-5 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
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
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
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
Western Ribs
Fall-off-the-bone slow cooker ribs made with just two ingredients (ribs, and sauce!). It just doesn't get much easier than this.
Method: crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Civet de Canard
Made with fresh rosemary, whole duck breasts, thickly cut bacon, shallots, garlic, all-purpose flour, duck stock or low-sodium beef broth, dry red wine, carrots, bay leaves
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
Louisiana-Style Chicken Creole
Low-country style chicken creole with the convenience of a slow cooker. Chicken thighs with classic Cajun veggies, hot sauce, and tomatoes all served over rice.
Method: crock pot
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
Apple Cider Turkey Breast
Crockpot turkey breast with a sweet, holiday-flavored twist. A bit of apple cider slow cooked with the turkey adds plenty of flavor while keeping the recipe low-effort as can...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Fiesta Chicken With Rice And Beans
Made with taco seasoning mix, boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, rice, chicken broth, pinto beans
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
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
Sausage Pepper Sandwiches
Unleash the power of your crockpot with these sausage pepper sandwiches. They're a no-fuss, all-flavor kind of meal that brings a bit of Italian zest right to your doorstep -...
Method: crock pot, stovetop
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
Cattleman's Beef and Beans
Made with bay leaf, black pepper, dried pinto beans, water, beef brisket or round roast, onion, molasses, ground ginger, salt, dry mustard
Method: stovetop, crock pot
Time: over 5 hours
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