I love my slow cooker. And I love slow cooking in my Instant Pot. But the Instant Pot can do way more than just slow cook. So, is it the better countertop appliance? In this kitchen smackdown of 17 Crock Pot and Instant Pot recipes, you be the judge of which ones are the winners.
Low Carb Slow Cooker Shredded Beef
This Low Carb Slow Cooker Shredded Beef recipe is one of those super easy and incredibly versatile dishes that can be served in so many ways, much like these Instant Pot carnitas. For example, it’s perfect in classic tacos or lettuce wraps or paired with rice or roasted vegetables.
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Fried Chicken in the Crock Pot
When I talk about making fried chicken in my slow cooker, the word “fried” is a euphemism. I’m not really frying anything. However, the end result tastes like fried chicken.
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Pork Loin in the Crock Pot
It’s always the perfect time of year to pull out our slow cooker and make a meal. With this Pork Loin in the Crock Pot recipe, once the pork is done, we can shred it like pulled pork and use it in other recipes later in the week, such as pork tacos.
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Simple Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken
This recipe for Simple Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken is such a classic in our home and I make it all the time. It has only six ingredients and includes those easily found in your pantry or refrigerator.
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Instant Pot BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders
What’s great about cooking pork in the Instant Pot is that the slow simmer will make it delicious for these BBQ pulled pork sliders. So no reason to pull out your smoker or even head outside to get a taste of summer. With electric pressure cooking, you can make these sandwiches any time of the year.
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Instant Pot Pork Carnitas
With Instant Pot pork carnitas, you’re basically making the Mexican version of pulled pork that is tender, flavorful and versatile. In the end, you get tender delicious pork that can be served in tacos or wraps or as a stand-alone entree with rice and vegetables.
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4 Ingredient Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken
One of the reasons I love this Crock Pot recipe for chicken with cranberries is it has four ingredients only. That’s not a typo — just four ingredients. And with three of them, you’re opening a seasoning packet, a can of cranberry sauce or a bottle of Catalina dressing.
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Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast
What is this Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast like? Well, have you ever had bread pudding? This dish is a cross between softer French Toast and bread pudding.
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Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini
When I made this Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini, I cooked the chicken thighs in the alfredo sauce first, using evaporated milk. Then I added heavy cream and, finally, the tortellini, turning this into a delicious, easy one-pot meal that tastes just like the restaurant.
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Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole
This Crock Pot Hawaiian roll French toast casserole recipe is so easy you won’t believe you waited this long to try making it. You get a gorgeous, delicious casserole that I think you’re going to love.
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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps
These Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps are delicious, low-carb dish that’s easy to make and will leave your family asking for seconds. With the help of your slow cooker, you can transform a simple pork shoulder into a melt-in-your-mouth dish packed full of flavor.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tater Tot Casserole
This Slow Cooker Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a quick and delicious crowd pleasing dinner everyone loves. Even the picky eaters will ask for seconds. One of the reasons I love this recipe is it is one of the fastest Crock Pot recipes I’ve ever used, ready in just four hours.
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Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing
With this recipe for Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing, you get a delicious blend of boneless pork chops with apples plus stuffing — something you might only enjoy at Thanksgiving. But there’s no reason you can’t add stuffing to an everyday dinner recipe for fall or another time of the year.
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Instant Pot Greek Yogurt
It is amazing what you can make when you learn to use your Instant Pot. This includes this recipe for Greek style yogurt. Once I tried it, it blew me away at how easy it was to make my own yogurt using an electric pressure cooker.
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Instant Pot Tomato Basil Soup
Fall is the perfect time of year to use up the last of your tomatoes and fresh garden basil for this Instant Pot Tomato Basil Soup. It is deliciously vegan and low carb and can be made easily in your Instant Pot for a convenient delightful meal.
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Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake
This recipe for Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake is the perfect fall dessert to take center stage on your Thanksgiving dessert menu. It’s spiced perfectly to evoke warm, comforting fall flavors and is absolutely gorgeous.
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Instant Pot Rice
Did you know that the most electric pressure cookers have a rice setting. This means that your Instant Pot can replace your rice cooker. With that in mind, here’s what you need to know about making rice in this countertop appliance.
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