Best 15 Best Crock Pot Recipes

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Unleash your inner chef and embark on a delightful culinary journey with our extensive collection of crock-pot recipes. From classic comfort food to innovative international dishes, our recipes cater to every palate and dietary preference. Dive into the rich, savory flavors of our Slow-Cooker Pot Roast, where tender beef and succulent vegetables come together in a symphony of flavors. Indulge in the creamy goodness of our Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup, a comforting classic that's perfect for chilly evenings. Craving something with a kick? Our Spicy Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos will tantalize your taste buds with their vibrant flavors and zesty salsa. If you're looking for a healthier option, our Quinoa and Black Bean Chili is a protein-packed, fiber-rich dish that won't compromise on taste. And for those with a sweet tooth, our Slow-Cooker Apple Crisp is the ultimate dessert, featuring a delectable combination of sweet apples and a crispy oat topping.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CROCK POT - BEST CHUCK ROAST



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DELICIOUS mainstay on our menu! It makes the BEST GRAVY!!! We have this for dinner quite frequently....good and easy to prepare! All the veggies go in and cook along with the roast. Rice is always served and the roast and veggies are placed on top. UMMMmm!

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     Stew

Time 5h30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs chuck roast
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 potatoes, sliced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 onions, sliced
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 (10 ounce) cream of mushroom soup
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cut vegetables and place in crock in the following order: carrots, celery, onion and potatoes. Sprinkle with salt.
  • Brown roast in vegetable oil and place on top of vegetables in crock pot. (More salt may be sprinkled on roast.).
  • In a small bowl mix cream of mushroom soup, ketchup, worcestershire sauce and water. Pour over roast.
  • Cover with crock pot lid and cook 1 hour on high and 4 hours on low. Serve over rice.
  • Enjoy!

THE BEST WHOLE CHICKEN IN A CROCK POT



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Make and share this The Best Whole Chicken in a Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.

Provided by my kids mom

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 4h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (red)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 onion
1 large chicken

Steps:

  • Combine the dried spices in a small bowl.
  • Loosely chop the onion and place it in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Remove any giblets from the chicken and then rub the spice mixture all over. You can even put some of the spices inside the cavity and under the skin covering the breasts.
  • Put prepared chicken on top of the onions in the slow cooker, cover it, and turn it on to high. There is no need to add any liquid.
  • Cook for 4 - 5 hours on high (for a 3 or 4 pound chicken) or until the chicken is falling off the bone. Don't forget to make your homemade stock with the leftover bones!

THE BEST CROCK POT NACHO DIP!



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I found this recipe in my "Fix It And Forget It" cookbook. I always add some fresh cilantro as well as chopped green onions and extra cheese to mix in as well. This has been a huge hit with everyone I have served it to!

Provided by heather5476

Categories     Beans

Time 2h20m

Yield 10-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
1 dash onion powder
2 garlic cloves, minced (optional)
2 (16 ounce) jars salsa (as hot or mild as you like)
15 ounces refried beans
1 1/2 cups sour cream
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef. Drain. Add salt, pepper, onion powder, and minced garlic.
  • Combine beef, salsa, beans, sour cream, and 2 cups cheese in slow cooker.
  • Cover. Heat on Low 2 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
  • Serve with tortilla chips.

BEST EVER CROCK POT JAMBALAYA



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A delicious dish to serve over rice with sausage, chicken, and shrimp. Have plenty of hot sauce for those who like it! This is perfect for cold weather and Mardi Gras.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 7h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 lb andouille sausage, cut into chunks (may use smoked sausage)
2 bell peppers, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/3 cup tomato paste
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
3 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon hot sauce (may use Tabasco)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 cups hot steamed rice (amount approximate, based on your serving size)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients except shrimp and rice in crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through.
  • During the last 30 minutes of cooking, stir in shrimp and cook covered, until shrimp are curled and opaque (and chicken is cooked as well).
  • Serve mixture over hot steamed rice.

BEST STEEL CUT OATS CROCK POT RECIPE



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I found another recipe for Steel Cut Oatmeal on the web. Made some adjustments, and it's delicious!

Provided by Hair Chef

Categories     Breakfast

Time 8h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup steel cut oats
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup raisins
3 cups hot water (not boiling)
1 1/2 cups milk (whole milk works best)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar (optional)
1 tablespoon cinnamon (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray inside of crock pot with non-stick spray (I use canola).
  • Add all ingredients to crock pot (may add raisins and/or cranberries in the morning - depending on texture preference.
  • Turn to low setting.
  • Cook for 8-9 hours (turn on last thing before bedtime).

CROCK POT SWEDISH CABBAGE ROLLS (THE BEST!!!!!!)



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My husband has tried many different recipes for cabbage rolls and swears these are the best he has ever had.

Provided by soulmatesforever

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 7h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 leaves savoy cabbage
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 lb lean ground beef
1 cup cooked rice
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (I use Bravo)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Immerse cabbage leaves in large kettle of boiling water for about 3 minutes or until limp; drain.
  • Combine egg, 1/4 cup of sauce, onion, salt, pepper, beef, and cooked rice.
  • Place about 1/4 cup meat mixture in center of each leaf; fold in sides and roll ends over meat.
  • Place in slow-cooking pot.
  • Combine tomato sauce with brown sugar, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Pour over cabbage rolls.
  • Cover and cook on low 7-9 hours.

THE BEST CROCK POT BARBECUE RIBS



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The best barbecue ribs I've ever had. The best thing is is it's simplicity-throw this together in 5 minutes in the morning, turn it on, and have it ready for dinner. Probably my favorite recipe of mine- a definite must-try :]

Provided by Shelby

Categories     Pork

Time 6h5m

Yield 16 4-oz servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 lbs bone-in country-style pork ribs
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 cup apple butter
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon steak sauce
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Cut ribs apart, if necessary and trim; sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt evenly over ribs, and set aside.
  • In a medium to large bowl, stir together remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and remaining ingredients until blended.
  • Pour half of mixture into a 5-quart slow cooker. Place ribs in slow cooker and pour remaining mixture over ribs.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH 6 to 7 hours.

THE BEST CROCK POT ROAST



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This makes a great gravy! The first time I ate this, DH made it for me...I honestly thought I would have trouble getting this meal down...Oh My Gosh....the gravy is wonderful!!!

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories     Weeknight

Time 8h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can water
1 roast (I use pork, but can use any type meat)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in the crock pot.
  • I put it on low-- for approx 8 hours.
  • When it's done-- you have a wonderful gravy!

CROCK POT VERY BEST BEEF BBQ



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Make and share this Crock Pot Very Best Beef BBQ recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 6h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs beef, cut into cubes
1 cup beef bouillon
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chili sauce
1 cup ketchup
3 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup light brown sugar
2 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Put meat, bouillon & onions in crock pot on high for 4 1/2-5 hours.
  • Shred beef.
  • Drain all but 2 cups liquid.
  • Put beef mixture & remaining ingredients back into crock pot.
  • Stir well.
  • Cook on high for 45 minutes.
  • Serve on bulky rolls.

JANE'S BEST CROCK POT CHILI



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This chili is the best I've ever had. My husband will eat it for 3 meals in a row (with the leftovers).

Provided by Jane11808

Categories     Beans

Time 4h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2-2 lbs ground beef (you can use a leaner meat if you'd like)
1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans (drained)
1 (14 ounce) can can dark red kidney beans (drained)
1 (14 ounce) can can beef broth
1 (14 ounce) can can diced tomatoes (drained)
1 (4 ounce) can tomato paste
1 yellow onion
1 green pepper
1 jalapeno pepper (if you want more spice, add 2)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon oregano
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Ground the beef in a pan until cooked through. Drain and add to the crock pot.
  • Add the pinto beans, kidney beans, beef broth and diced tomatoes to the crock pot.
  • Dice the onion, green pepper, jalapeno.
  • Heat a pan with the olive oil and add the onion, green pepper and jalapeno until the onion started to caramelize/brown.
  • Add the chili powder, oregano and cumin. Mix. Next add the tomato paste and mix. Add to the crock pot.
  • Cook for 4 hours on high, 6-7 hours on low.

MARIA'S BEST CROCK POT ROAST



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My mother in law makes a mean roast. This is a crock pot version of hers which will have you begging for more!

Provided by canarygirl

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 8h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (3 lb) beef roast
3 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces (I use a scissor to save time)
8 garlic cloves, 6 quartered, 2 mashed
1 -2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon smoky paprika
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 teaspoon oregano, to taste
1/2 teaspoon thyme, to taste
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Using a sharp, thin knife (like a boning knife), create deep holes in the meat, inserting the quartered pieces of garlic and bacon.
  • Using a mortar and pestle, mash garlic and salt first, then add paprika, parsley, olive oil and vinegar.
  • Rub this mixture all over the roast.
  • Put the roast into the crockpot and cook on low 7-10 hours, or until done.
  • Note: if you like, you can also add 1/2 glass red wine about 1 hour before the roast is done.
  • You can substitute a pork sirloin roast for the beef too, mmmmm.

THE EASIEST AND BEST CROCK POT CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP



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A friend of mine made this soup for a baby shower that I recently attended and everyone loved it! Fritos or tortilla strips and cheddar cheese are optional topping's as well as the sour cream. I like it the best with only sour cream which makes it HEALTHY which is always a major plus! You do not need to pre cook the chicken, just put it in raw OR frozen, which makes it super easy. For spicer soup, get the spicy RoTel tomatoes and/or Medium or Hot Tostitos Salsa but you will find that it has a lot of flavor and is quite spicy for not having to add any extra spices -- SO easy!! I like it the best with one jar of medium and one jar of mild tostitos salsa.

Provided by S.H.E.

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 6h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (10 ounce) cans Rotel tomatoes & chilies
1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (15 1/2 ounce) jars salsa
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans
4 chicken breasts
8 ounces sour cream

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in a crock pot.
  • Stir until combined.
  • Cover and Cook on High for 3 hours and then reduce heat to low for approximately 3-5 more hours. If the chicken has not seperated on it's own, just give it a few shreds with the fork.
  • Serve and Top with Sour Cream.

THE BEST SHREDDED CHICKEN (CROCK POT)



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Make and share this The Best Shredded Chicken (Crock Pot) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Denver Chef

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 10h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lbs chicken breasts
1 (16 ounce) jar 505 medium hot salsa (or other brand if your store doesn't carry 505)
2 serrano peppers, chopped
6 garlic cloves, pressed
1 packet mccormick taco seasoning

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in crock pot and cook for 10 1/2 hours.
  • To shred chicken, remove from crock pot and use 2 forks to pull apart.
  • Very easy!
  • Put shredded chicken back in sauce to keep moist.
  • Serve burrito style or over rice.

BEST EVER CROCK POT PASTA FAGIOLI



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Been trying to clone a local favorite for ages...by George, I think this one's a keeper!

Provided by * *

Categories     Fruit Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 18

1½ lb sweet italian sausage
1 Tbsp fennel seeds
½ large red onion, chopped
1 c carrots, chopped
2 stick celery, sliced
2 14.5-oz. can(s) petite diced tomatoes, and their juice
1 15-oz.. can(s) light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 15-oz.. can(s) great northern beans, drained and rinsed
4-6 c beef broth (to a consistency you like)
1 26-oz. jar(s) pasta sauce
2 tsp oregano
1 Tbsp frank's red hot sauce
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 c dry spring-like pasta (added late in process)
optional garnish:
croutons
grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. With clean hands, mix fennel seeds evenly into sausage; brown on stove-top; drain well.
  • 2. In 6-quart or larger crock-pot, combine browned meat and remaining ingredients, EXCEPT pasta. Cover; cook on low 10 hours, or high 5 hours.
  • 3. One hour before end of cooking time, stir in dry pasta. Cover and continue cooking 1 more hour on high, until pasta is tender.
  • 4. Serve with croutons and Parmesan on top each bowl. Note: 'If' you have any leftovers, you may want an extra can of broth on hand to add when reheating, as the pasta will have absorbed most the initial liquid while in storage.

BEST CROCK POT BEEF STEW



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Make and share this Best Crock Pot Beef Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cathy.johnson

Categories     Stew

Time 8h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 lbs top round beef or 2 1/2 lbs boneless bottom round roast
5 medium white potatoes, peeled and cut in 1 inch dice
5 large carrots, peeled and cut in 1 inch chunks
1 cup celery, sliced in 1/2 inch slices
3 medium onions, peeled and cut in quarters
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 (1 ounce) package powdered au jus mix (gravy)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Cut beef in 1 inch cubes removing any fat.
  • Place cut up vegetables in order in bottom of large crock pot carrots, potatoes, celery then onions.
  • Place cubed beef over vegetables.
  • Sprinkle with salt, pepper and thyme.
  • Sprinkle with package of Au Jus Gravy mix.
  • Pour tomatoes over all.
  • Cook for 1 hr on high then reduce to low for 6 hours (or 8 total hours on low if you are heading out for work or errands)
  • Stir all together gently and let cook for 45 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose the right Crock-Pot: Select a size that suits your needs and has features like programmable cooking, adjustable temperatures, and a locking lid.
  • Prepare ingredients properly: Cut vegetables evenly for uniform cooking, and brown meats before adding them to the Crock-Pot to enhance flavor.
  • Layer ingredients strategically: Place denser vegetables on the bottom and more delicate ones on top to ensure even cooking.
  • Use liquids wisely: Add enough liquid to cover the ingredients, but not too much, as it can dilute the flavors.
  • Season generously: Don't be afraid to use herbs, spices, and seasonings to create flavorful dishes.
  • Cook on low and slow: Low and slow cooking allows flavors to develop and meat to become tender and fall apart.
  • Check doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure meats reach a safe internal temperature and vegetables are cooked to your desired tenderness.

Conclusion:

With the right recipes and techniques, you can create delicious and satisfying meals using your Crock-Pot. Experiment with different ingredients, flavors, and cooking times to discover new favorites. Embrace the convenience and versatility of slow cooking to enjoy flavorful, home-cooked meals with minimal effort. Remember to follow safety guidelines when handling food and cooking at low temperatures to ensure the best results. Happy slow cooking!

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