Feel that winter chill creeping in? Well, grab your coziest blanket and get ready to snuggle up with the ultimate cold-weather companion – your trusty slow cooker! We’ve got 19 mouthwatering recipes that are about to become your new best friends this winter.
Crock Pot Beef and Noodles
This beef and noodle combo is pure winter comfort food. The meat cooks until it falls apart, then gets mixed with tender noodles.
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Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole
This stick-to-your-ribs casserole combines chicken, ranch, and bacon into one filling winter dish. The slow cooker does all the work while you stay cozy inside.
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Crock Pot Ham and Potato Soup
Ham and potatoes simmer together in this filling winter soup. Add cheese at the end for an extra rich bowl.
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Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili
This unique take on chili pairs ground beef with unexpected spices. The slow cooker creates a winter meal that’s different from standard chili.
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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Ranch Sandwiches
BBQ sauce and ranch seasoning team up in this crowd-pleasing sandwich filling. It’s an easy winter meal that won’t break the bank.
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Slow Cooker Beef Tips
Beef tips break down into tender pieces as they cook in rich gravy. This winter meal sticks to your ribs on the coldest days.
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Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup
Chunks of potato cook down into a thick, rich soup base. Add your own toppings to this winter staple that cooks while you’re out in the cold.
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Slow Cooker Cranberry Pot Roast
Beef and cranberries team up in this simple winter recipe. The slow cooker makes the meat tender while the tart berries give it a fresh spin.
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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs
Chicken legs cook until they fall off the bone in BBQ sauce. This winter recipe gives you the taste of summer without firing up the grill.
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Slow Cooker Pork Chops
Pork chops cook in mushroom soup until they’re fork-tender. This winter recipe makes its own creamy sauce while it cooks.
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Slow Cooker Beef Beer Sliders
Beef gets extra tender when it cooks in beer, making these sliders packed with flavor. They’re the right choice for warming up during winter game days.
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Slow Cooker Chipotle Carnitas
Pork slowly breaks down into tender, flavorful meat that’s great for tacos. This big-batch recipe helps you stock the freezer for winter meals.
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Slow Cooker Smothered Steak
This beef dish creates its own rich gravy as it cooks. The meat turns soft enough to cut with a fork – just what you want for a cold winter night.
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Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork
Tart cranberries cut through rich pork as it cooks. This no-fuss meal fills the house with warmth on winter days.
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Slow Cooker French Dip
Beef gets so tender it shreds easily for these sandwiches. The cooking liquid doubles as dipping sauce in this winter-ready meal.
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Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This copycat soup brings broccoli and cheese together in a thick, rich base. It’s the kind of winter comfort food that makes you want to stay inside.
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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak
Beef patties cook low and slow in gravy until they’re fork-tender. This winter comfort food classic feeds the whole family without much work on your part.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Basic ingredients come together for a chicken dinner that hits the spot. The slow cooker makes this a no-stress winter meal.
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Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
These ribs cook in a mix of peach preserves and BBQ sauce until they’re tender. They bring a bit of sweetness to winter dinners.
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