Slow cooker recipes it's never too early for (2024)

This healthy chicken curry is as simple as 1, 2, 3 steps! Once you've browned the chicken, it's as easy as tossing everything in the slow cooker.

This veg-packed slow cooker chicken curry is low-cal, gluten-free and really good for you. All you have to do is fry the spices until aromatic then throw everything into the crockpot and let it cook low and slow.

Slow cooking meatballs prevents them from drying out, ensuring they're juicy and moist every time. There’s no need to pre-cook the rice in this easy dish, as it cooks whilst inside the meatballs. Serve with crusty bread to mop up all the sauce.

Succulent, spice-infused chicken thighs, a deliciously creamy and mildly spicy aromatic sauce, a soft tomato taste…my mouth is watering just thinking about this tasty slow cooker Malabar chicken curry. The scent of this fragrant sauce will float around your kitchen and will make you unbelievably excited to dig in. It’s important you wait the proper amount of time, though! I promise the tender, melt-in-your mouth chicken is worth the wait. What’s more, as with all curries, it tastes even better the next day after the spices and flavours have been given even more time to develop and infuse the meat. It’s also a perfect ‘save for another day’ meal as you can freeze it for up to 3 months.

This cosy pumpkin soup has a secret ingredient that makes it extra smooth and thick – cannellini beans! This also increases the vegetable count and keeps it low cal (without losing the creamy factor).

Let the crockpot do all the work with this slow-cooker Indian beef and pumpkin curry. Serve with rice for a super-easy dinner.

Just as day follows night, so too does the appearance of the slow cooker follow the first sign of Autumn. And every year I’m blown away. Not only because my 20 plus year-old slow cooker is in the same fine form it ever was, but how much I love a good old-fashioned beef stew. Yes, beef, you were great on the barbie over summer, but how I love you in this form. In this slow cooker French onion beef recipe, chuck steak is slowly cooked in red wine, with sweet carrots, fresh thyme and, of course, the flavour bomb that is French onion soup mix. I swear this tastes as though you’ve put so much more effort into it than you have. Make a double batch and store in the freezer. I have it on good authority that it makes a perfect pie filling!

Only 15 minutes' prep goes into these slow cooker chicken drumsticks. The classic Diane sauce pairs perfectly with chicken and potatoes.

You can now make this Chinese takeaway classic in your slow cooker! The ingredients are usually stir-fried but in our version you cook the chicken first and then at the end combine with vegies and noodles.

The ultimate winter warmer dinner, this vegetarian slow cooker curry is healthy and packed full of good-for-you ingredients. It's hearty and creamy, thanks to the lentils and coconut milk!

This is a simple stew that just happens to be a complete meal in one as it features beef, potatoes and vegetables. It makes a big batch so if you end up with leftovers, don't worry - it will keep beautifully in the fridge for a couple of days. You can also freeze it for up to three months – dinner done for another day!

Add this vegetarian slow-cooker curry recipe to your list of family favourites. It uses a whole cauliflower and is loaded with authentic Indian flavours!

This is great way to use up some leftover cooked chicken. Fry up the mushrooms and let your slow-cooker worry about the rice. Add everything together in the end. The risotto comes out perfectly cooked and no stirring is involved.

Nothing beats a good ol' beef stew. Except maybe a beef stew in a slow cooker - you barely have to lift a finger to bring this recipe together.

Pop this beef brisket in the slow cooker in the morning and come home to the delicious aroma of bourguignon filling the house. This is easy cooking at its best!

Slow cooker recipes it's never too early for (2024)

FAQs

Is it OK to slow cook for 24 hours? ›

Yes, you can use your slow cooker for longer than eight hours, as long as you keep an eye on it. Many slow cookers do have an automatic shutoff after 24 hours.

Is 4 hours on high the same as 8 hours on low in a slow cooker? ›

The difference between the two settings isn't a higher temperature, it's the time it takes for the slow cooker to reach the simmer point. On high, that's around three to four hours, and on low, it's seven to eight, according to Crock-Pot. So imagine if your dinner is cooking away on high all day while you're at work.

What cannot be cooked in a slow cooker? ›

10 Foods You Should Never Make in a Slow Cooker
  1. Raw Meat.
  2. Seafood.
  3. Pasta.
  4. Rice.
  5. Delicate Vegetables.
  6. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
  7. Dairy.
  8. Wine and Other Liquor.
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What is the max time to slow cook? ›

In general, it's best to stick to the indicated cook time on the recipe you're following. Most slow cooker meals take 8-12 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high, but there are also recipes for slow-cooked meat that take up to 24 hours.

Can you slow cook meat for 20 hours? ›

While some recipes for slow-cooked meat call for extra-long cooking times (anything between fourteen and twenty-four hours), most meals you'll prepare in your crock pot will need to be cooked for four to six hours on high heat, or eight to twelve hours on low.

Can I slow cook for 15 hours? ›

Yes, if you use them correctly. The slow cooker cooks foods slowly at a low temperature, generally between 170 and 280 degrees F, over several hours.

Is it better to start crockpot on high or low? ›

If possible, turn the cooker on the highest setting for the first hour of cooking time and then to low or the setting called for in your recipe. Foods take different times to cook depending upon the setting used. Certainly, foods will cook faster on high than on low.

Is 3 hours on high the same as 6 on low crockpot? ›

If a recipe calls for cooking on the HIGH setting for three hours, you can cook it for seven hours on the LOW setting instead. Or if a recipe calls for eight hours on HIGH, it can be cooked for up to 12 hours on LOW.

What happens if you slow cook on high instead of low? ›

As a general rule of thumb, meat will turn out better when cooked on Low. This is particularly true of foods like meatballs and chicken thighs, which need gentle heat to turn out tender. Cook recipes on High when they need high heat to achieve a certain texture or finish.

What's the difference between slow cooker and crockpot? ›

However, Crockpots generally have ceramic or porcelain pots, while most slow cookers have a metal pot. As with a lot of cooking appliances, the biggest difference comes from the distribution of heat.

Why are my carrots not cooking in the slow cooker? ›

Carrots may remain firm in a slow cooker if they're not cooked long enough or if the temperature is too low. Ensure sufficient cooking time and consider cutting carrots into smaller pieces for even cooking.

Why are my carrots still hard in the slow cooker? ›

It's likely that one way or another the low temperatures also messed with your vegetables. I'm not sure if that's actually hot enough to soften them. And for some vegetables, cooking them at a lower temperature for a while will cause them to stay firm even if they're subsequently cooked at a higher temperature!

Can I leave crockpot on warm overnight? ›

It is not recommended to keep food warm in a slow cooker overnight, even if you turn it off, for several reasons: Bacterial Growth: Bacteria multiply rapidly at temperatures between 40°F (4.4°C) and 140°F (60°C).

Can I leave chicken in slow cooker overnight? ›

The short answer: Yes. slow cookers are made to cook food for extensive periods of time (some can be left up to 24 hours). But, of course, follow safe practices outlined in your instruction manual, and keep the appliance on low or warm, as opposed to high, overnight.

Is it safe to leave a slow cooker on all day? ›

So I did a little digging to get the hard facts. The truth is, yes, leaving the slow cooker on and going about your day is safe, as long as you are using the appliance properly. Here are some helpful safety tips.

Is it OK to leave slow cooker on all day? ›

Absolutely! If you feel comfortable leaving your crockpot on while you're at work, you should also feel safe using it overnight. However, if your slow cooker is old, it may be time to toss it.

Can I leave slow cooker on for 48 hours? ›

As long as there is something inside cooking, preferably with liquid, and the top is on, your slow cooker could run for 24 hours or longer. Some liquid will slowly boil out, so the less liquid, the less time to leave it unattended.

How long can I slow cook on low? ›

How to use a slow cooker
Oven or stovetopSlow cooker (high)Slow cooker (low)
15 – 30 minutes1 1/2 – 2 1/2 hours4 – 6 hours
30 – 45 minutes2 – 3 hours6 – 8 hours
45 minutes to 3 hours4 – 6 hours8 – 12 hours

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