There is something incredibly grounding about slow cooker meals. They invite us to prepare food with intention, then step away and let time do the work. In the midst of busy days, long work hours, and full family schedules, having a nourishing meal cooking in the background can feel like an act of self care.
Make-ahead slow cooker recipes are especially helpful during the week. You can prep ingredients in the morning or even the night before, and by dinnertime a warm, comforting meal is ready and waiting. These dishes often deepen in flavor as they cook, making them not only convenient but incredibly satisfying.
Another thing I love about slow cooker meals is how easy they are to make in larger quantities. Most crock pot recipes freeze beautifully, which means you can enjoy a meal now and tuck some away for a busy night. Having a few pre-cooked meals in the freezer can be a true gift!
This collection brings together some of our most-loved slow cooker recipes. They are simple, nourishing, and the kind of meals we return to again and again.
Warm, hearty, savory beef stew with root veggies, broth and herbs. The Slow Cooker allows time for the beef to become super tender, which makes it fall apart in your mouth—the way we personally like it best.
Slow Cooker Red Curry Beef Stew
This is a go-to meal in our home—easy to make and full of flavor. As it cooks throughout the afternoon, the beef becomes fall-apart tender, and the coconut red curry sauce gives everything a rich, comforting taste—without any spice, since no one in our family enjoys too much heat!
Mia’s Slow Cooked Coconut Tofu
The coconut milk creates a creamy base, while the blend of spices adds warmth without heat. This tofu dish is simple, satisfying, and one of those recipes that has earned a regular place in our dinner rotation.
This longtime favorite on our blog is one of those recipes that has truly stood the test of time in our kitchen. It’s the kind of meal you can make ahead, let simmer slowly, and come home to feeling nourished and cared for.
Crockpot Chicken with Tomatoes & Artichokes
Chicken thighs simmer until tender with tomatoes, artichokes, garlic, and ribbons of collard greens, creating a rich, savory sauce that fills the kitchen with the most inviting aroma. It’s a dish that feels nourishing and grounding.
This blog post and video teaches you how to make our Delicious Crockpot Lemon Chicken in only 2-minutes!
Generally, tapioca pudding is cooked on the stovetop and requires fairly constant stirring to prevent it from clumping and sticking to the pot. Not only did this crockpot recipe take me only a few minutes to put together, the consistency is perfectly gooey and the flavor is delicious!
