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It’s that time of year again. The time when we sadly bid all those lovely summer tomatoes adieu, and turn on the slow cooker. As summer fades into fall and the nights grow cooler, there isn’t much more comforting than coming home after a long day’s work to a house permeated with the smell of dinner simmering away.

These one-pot dishes are perfect week night go-to’s because they practically make themselves. I like to call recipes like these “hibernation food.” They’re warm, filling, and satisfying, and the best part is you can do just about all your prep in the morning or the night before, so you barely have anything to mess with later.

I’ve scavenged high and low for 15 of the best slow cooker suppers in the food blogosphere, and wrangled recipes like buffalo chicken pasta, turkey chili baked potatoes, and butternut squash soup with maple roasted chickpeas. Hope you guys enjoy, and happy slow-cooking!

(Also, if you’re looking for more slow cooker recipes, be sure to follow Ali’s slow cooker recipes board on Pinterest!)

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posted on September 21, 2014 by Hayley @ Gimme Some Oven

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Hayley @ Gimme Some Oven

Hayley Putnam lives to eat, and loves writing, particularly about food! She contributes to Foodie Crush, and also bakes and blogs for her own little nook of the food blogosphere,Tiptoes in the Kitchen.She lives in Greensboro, N.C., with her husband Jay and their four-legged furry daughter, Luma. You can also find Hayley on Pinterest and Instagram.

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22 comments on “15 Slow Cooker Dinner Recipes”

  1. Emily @ Life on Food September 21, 2014 @ 7:21 am Reply

    Love it! Pinned for later.

  2. Kare @ Kitchen Treaty September 21, 2014 @ 8:10 am Reply

    Thanks so much for including my Pasta e Fagioli soup recipe! The slow cooker rules all.

  3. Julie @ Table for Two September 21, 2014 @ 9:26 am Reply

    I’ve been using my slow cooker so much lately – this is giving me some new great ideas! Thanks for including mine in the round up :) xo

  4. Summer September 21, 2014 @ 10:53 am Reply

    Finally – a bunch of slow cooker recipes where everything doesn’t turn to colorless mush! Thank you!

  5. Maria September 21, 2014 @ 10:54 am Reply

    I think I need to bust out our slow cooker! Thanks for including our soup! xo

  6. Heidi @foodiecrush September 21, 2014 @ 10:58 am Reply

    It’s certainly that time of year! Hayley found some goodies.

  7. Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons September 21, 2014 @ 11:31 am Reply

    Definitely time to dust off my slow cooker. Thanks so much for including one of my recipes :)

  8. Millie l Add A Little September 21, 2014 @ 11:44 am Reply

    Slow cookers are such a must during the warmer months! Love the round up!

  9. A Young Wife September 21, 2014 @ 12:44 pm Reply

    Thank you for rounding these up! I love your teriyaki chicken and I have been wanting to try the Salsa Verde. All these recipes look so great! We have been living off our crockpot the last few weeks, thanks for some new recipes to try!

  10. Lee September 21, 2014 @ 2:09 pm Reply

    SLOW COOKER <3 Thanks for linking up! #youdabest

  11. Lori @ RecipeGirl September 21, 2014 @ 3:44 pm Reply

    Great roundup! I need to try them all soon!

  12. Joanna September 21, 2014 @ 3:45 pm Reply

    I’ve just finished making apple jam in my clowcooker! Tesco delivery man complimented me on beautiful smell from my kitchen. Now, time for more! Thanks for the ideas!

  13. Tiffany@CremedelaCrumb September 21, 2014 @ 11:17 pm Reply

    Ali this is such a great roundup of amazing slow cooking recipes! Thanks for including my General Tso’s Chicken! :)

  14. Liz @ The Lemon Bowl September 22, 2014 @ 8:31 am Reply

    I am on a slow cooker roll lately – I can’t stop using it!! Love these ideas – I am so ready for warm comfort foods!

  15. Jennifer @ Crockpot Gourmet September 22, 2014 @ 8:55 am Reply

    What a delicious looking roundup! Will be trying out some new recipes for sure! Thanks for including my buffalo chicken pasta :)

  16. Kathy September 22, 2014 @ 11:14 am Reply

    Beautiful photos! I have bookmarked your site.

  17. Natalie | Paper & Birch September 22, 2014 @ 12:32 pm Reply

    It is that time of year! Great round up Hayley! I’m going to make that Salsa Verde Chicken this week :)

  18. Danielle Wooding @ New England Daughter September 22, 2014 @ 2:46 pm Reply

    Great round up. I was really happy to see so many slowcooker recipes that aren’t completely carb based.

  19. Mondo | I bake he shoots September 23, 2014 @ 9:50 pm Reply

    I’ve been meaning to get out my crockpot so I can “set it and forget it.” thanks for the inspiration.

  20. Kim Holland August 10, 2015 @ 10:10 am Reply

    I just want to say that I love this site!

    • Hayley @ Gimme Some Oven August 12, 2015 @ 3:55 pm

      Thank you Kim, we’re glad to hear you’re a fan! :)

  21. Rose Martine February 6, 2020 @ 4:31 am Reply

    This looks tasty but might I suggest that you swap cage-free organic for pastured organic. From what I know, it seems like a kinder option!
    Regards
    rose martine

15 Slow Cooker Dinner Recipes | Gimme Some Oven (2024)

FAQs

How do I substitute an oven for a slow cooker? ›

In comparison, when using an oven as a slow cooker, you'll typically set the temperature between 325°F (similar to the low setting) and 375°F (resembling the high setting). Opt for a heavy, oven-safe pot with a tight-fitting lid, like a Staub or Le Creuset Dutch oven, to mimic the moisture retention of a slow cooker.

Can you slow cook in a normal oven? ›

It really doesn't matter if you have a conventional oven, gas oven, multifunction oven or a dedicated slow cook area on your range cooker as you can always slow cook. Slow cooking is a great way to prepare a nutritious family meal or make a large pot of something for family and friends in a relaxing way.

Can Reynolds slow cooker liners go in the oven? ›

Do not put a slow cooker liner in the oven, Instant Pot, microwave, air fryer, convection oven, toaster oven, grill, or other appliance. Also, note that slow cooker liners are not meant to be used as food storage bags.

Can I slow cook for 15 hours? ›

Essentially, yes! Many newer models have programmable settings to switch the heat to 'keep warm' after a set amount of time, as well as automatic off switches after 24 hours.

Can you use an oven rather than slow cooker? ›

It's a fair point. While slow cookers have been helping us cook low and, well, slow for several decades, people have long been using ovens (electric or wood-burning), hearths and even pits in the ground to prepare food over many hours.

What temperature to slow cook meat in the oven? ›

I usually start with the oven at 80°C (176°F) and then see how it goes. If it seems like it will not be finished in time, I turn up the temperature to 100°C (212°F). I can also be found to, once in a while, to turn it all the way up to 120°C (248°F). But never any more than that.

What oven temperature is equivalent to a slow cooker? ›

Don't worry, the math is simple division. For low setting, divide the time by 4 and bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit. For high setting, divide the time by 2 and bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

What to use if you don't have a slow cooker? ›

To mimic a slow cooker, you can use a dutch oven or covered casserole dish in a very low oven preheated to 200° Fahrenheit (United States) or 95° Celsius. Some new wall ovens and ranges include a preset “slow cook” function, then automatically switch to “keep warm” when the cooking time is over.

Can I put the crock from my crockpot in the oven? ›

The crocks are microwave, oven and dishwasher safe. Do not use on stovetop. Helpful Hint: Crocks are vulnerable to thermal shock, which is a condition caused by extreme changes in temperature. Never put a hot crock in cold water.

Can I put a ceramic crockpot liner in the oven? ›

We don't recommend using slow cooker liners in the oven. Slow cooker liners are purposefully made for slow cookers, while oven bags are designed and sized for pan-roasting large cuts of meat and meals in the oven.

Are oven bags and crockpot liners the same? ›

Can you use oven bags in a slow cooker? Reynolds Kitchens® Slow Cooker Liners were specifically developed and sized for use in slow cookers, while Oven Bags were designed and sized to hold large cuts of meat for pan-roasting in the oven.

What can I use if I don't have a slow cooker? ›

To mimic a slow cooker, you can use a dutch oven or covered casserole dish in a very low oven preheated to 200° Fahrenheit (United States) or 95° Celsius. Some new wall ovens and ranges include a preset “slow cook” function, then automatically switch to “keep warm” when the cooking time is over.

Can you cook on the stove instead of a slow cooker? ›

Generally speaking, if it's a slow-cooker recipe for a large, tough cut of meat, then you can braise it on the stove or in the oven. Veggies and beans lend themselves to the low-and-slow heat of braising as well.

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