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15 slow cooker recipes so good your family will think you are a kitchen genius

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By Leah Ingram

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Did you ever pull off a dinner recipe so delicious and was such a hit that you felt as if you’d just gotten 100 on a really difficult test? Well, you will have that feeling when you make one of these 15 slow cooker dinner recipes. In fact, your family will be so impressed that they’ll think you are a kitchen genius.

Shredded meat and purple cabbage served on lettuce leaves, garnished with herbs.
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Fried Chicken in the Crock Pot

Two cooked chicken thighs on a red dish, a bowl of cherry tomatoes behind, and a slow cooker in the background.
Fried Chicken in the Crock Pot. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Fried chicken in a slow cooker delivers bold crispy flavors without the frying chaos. It’s a great pick for when you want something simple and comforting without much work.
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Pork Loin in the Crock Pot

A person eating shredded chicken with a fork, served on a white plate with roasted sweet potatoes in the background.
Pork Loin in the Crock Pot. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Slow Cooker Pork Loin makes meal prep a breeze. Cook it up, shred it and you’ve got tender pulled pork for tacos, sandwiches or whatever else you’re craving. We make it with sweet potatoes for an instant side.
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Simple Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken

Plate of chicken with a creamy sauce, served with potatoes and carrots, garnished with parsley.
Simple Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Simple Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken is always a crowd-pleaser. With just six everyday ingredients, it’s quick to throw together and perfect for those jam-packed weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Simple Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken

Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast

A loaf of sliced bread, a butter dish with a stick of butter, a bowl of eggs, a small jug of milk, a small jar of jam, and a dish of brown sugar arranged on a table.
Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast mashes up French toast and bread pudding into one sweet breakfast. Wake up to it ready to eat, saving your morning from chaos. Or save it when you want breakfast for dinner.
Get the Recipe: Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast

Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini

Close-up of tortellini pasta cooking in a creamy yellow sauce with pieces of chicken, stirred by a wooden spoon.
Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini brings restaurant vibes to your kitchen. Cooking chicken thighs in Alfredo sauce makes it hearty with hardly any effort.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini

Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole

A baked dessert with a golden-brown crust sits in a black slow cooker.
Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole turns those sweet rolls into a golden breakfast dish that’s perfect when you’re craving breakfast for dinner. It’s so easy, you’ll wish you’d made it sooner.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps

Two lettuce wraps filled with shredded meat and mixed slaw, placed on a plate.
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps turn pork shoulder into tender bites. Rather than serve in tortillas, give it a fresh twist by making them lettuce wraps. Everyone will be grabbing seconds.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps

Slow Cooker Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Cheesy potato casserole topped with crispy bacon and chopped green onions in a black dish.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tater Tot Casserole. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a four-hour, no-nonsense crowd favorite, especially if you’re feeding young ones. It’s hearty, comforting and guaranteed to win over even picky eaters.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing

A slow cooker with a baked dish topped with golden brown, crumbly stuffing.
Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing feels festive and like it should be a holiday meal but it works on a busy weeknight too. I think it’s the apples and stuffing that make it feel like something special.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing

Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken

A plate with sweet and spicy glazed chicken topped with cranberries, served with green beans and a side of yellow rice.
Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Crock Pot Chicken with Cranberries keeps things simple with just four ingredients including cranberry sauce and Catalina dressing. It’s quick to prep to dump in the slow cooker, cooks while you’re at work and doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken

Low Carb Slow Cooker Shredded Beef

Shredded beef garnished with lime slices and cilantro, served on a dark blue plate. Radishes are visible in the background on a wooden surface.
Low Carb Slow Cooker Shredded Beef. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Low Carb Slow Cooker Shredded Beef gives you options for tacos, rice bowls or lettuce wraps. Leftovers work great for soups or salads making meal planning a breeze. And you don’t even have to be eating low carb to love it.
Get the Recipe: Low Carb Slow Cooker Shredded Beef

Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup

A ladle holds a hearty stew with black beans, corn, tomatoes, and shredded chicken in a rich, orange-colored broth.
Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup might become your ultimate comfort food. It’s thick, hearty and way more filling than your average soup. Serve it for dinner and then take leftovers to work for lunch the next day.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

A bowl of rice topped with shredded chicken and green onions, with chopsticks resting on the side.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken packs those takeout vibes with soy sauce, hoisin, sesame oil and rice vinegar without the extra cost. It’s big on flavor and your family will swear you ordered in.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Copycat Slow Cooker Panda Express General Tso Chicken

A spoonful of stir-fried chicken with green beans, bell peppers, and onions in a glossy sauce.
Copycat Slow Cooker Panda Express General Tso Chicken. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Craving Asian food on another night? Well, this Copycat Panda Express General Tso Chicken from a slow cooker is a game-changer. The right ingredients and sauces nail that mall food court classic.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Slow Cooker Panda Express General Tso Chicken

Slow Cooker Caesar Chicken With Pasta

A slow cooker brimming with cooked rotini pasta, tender shredded Caesar chicken, fresh spinach, and a creamy sauce, all ready to be served with a metal spoon.
Slow Cooker Caesar Chicken With Pasta. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Caesar Chicken with Pasta in the Slow Cooker is like getting two meals in one. Enjoy it fresh with pasta then use the creamy chicken for leftovers in another dish. It’s so delicious it won’t feel like dinner on repeat.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Caesar Chicken With Pasta

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