50+ Easy Family Slow Cooker Meals & Recipes – Crayons & Cravings

Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Sauerkraut

Jaclyn Shimmel — Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:52:17 +0000

Slow Cooker kielbasa and sauerkraut is a classic comfort dish made with smoky Polish sausage, tangy sauerkraut, sweet apples, and a rich brown sugar and beer mixture. It’s simple, satisfying, and packed with big flavors. The slow cooker does all the work here—just layer, pour, and let the magic happen. What you get is a...

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Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple and Brown Sugar

Jaclyn Shimmel — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 18:55:32 +0000

This slow cooker ham with pineapple and brown sugar is tender, juicy, and full of sweet-tangy flavor. The pineapple brown sugar glaze gets a little boost from ginger and Dijon, which adds just enough zip to balance the sweetness. It’s perfect for a holiday or family dinner, with just 5 minutes of prep and hardly...

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Crockpot Mac And Cheese With Velveeta

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:55:19 +0000

Crockpot mac and cheese with Velveeta makes homemade comfort food easier than ever! This family-favorite dish uses just a few ingredients and lets the slow cooker do all the work. It’s cheesy, creamy, and perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal effort. I love this crockpot velveeta mac and cheese recipe because it reminds me...

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Cracker Barrel Pot Roast

Jaclyn Shimmel — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 20:17:52 +0000

Cracker Barrel pot roast is a classic restaurant dish made even better at home in the slow cooker. Tender beef, soft carrots and celery, in a rich, savory onion gravy, come together effortlessly! You may have noticed by my Cracker Barrel meatloaf copycat and slow cooker Cracker Barrel fried apples that I’m a big fan...

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Crockpot Honey Bourbon Steak Tips

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 04 Aug 2025 19:56:02 +0000

Honey bourbon steak tips are one of those set-it-and-forget-it meals that feel special—but are secretly so simple. The meat turns fork-tender, coated in a sweet-and-savory sauce that thickens into a glossy glaze, kind of like barbecue sauce—with a little something extra from the bourbon. I’m not one to sip bourbon straight, but it works magic...

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Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken Wings

Jaclyn Shimmel — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:15:11 +0000

Crockpot Hawaiian wings are a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing favorite that deliver big sweet-and-savory flavor with almost no hands-on work. They’re similar to huli huli chicken wings, thanks to a pineapple-soy marinade that’s rich with garlic and ginger. But unlike traditional wings, these don’t require deep frying. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, and a...

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Slow Cooker BBQ Beef

Jaclyn Shimmel — Thu, 03 Jul 2025 14:34:07 +0000

These slow cooker BBQ beef sandwiches are about to become your new go-to dinner. Tender, saucy, and full of flavor—it’s everything you want piled onto a soft bun with melty cheese. Slow cooker BBQ beef is the kind of comforting, dump-and-go meal we all need more of. It’s made with a beautifully seasoned chuck roast...

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Dr Pepper Chili

Jaclyn Shimmel — Wed, 09 Apr 2025 13:50:38 +0000

Dr Pepper Chili is a cozy, easy slow cooker recipe made with ground beef, beans, and classic chili spices—all simmered in a sweet and smoky sauce thanks to Dr Pepper and adobo sauce. It’s bold, comforting, and about to become your new favorite chili. Yes, Dr Pepper in chili is just as amazing as it...

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Scalloped Ham and Potatoes in the Crock Pot

Jaclyn Shimmel — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 13:51:35 +0000

Scalloped ham and potatoes in the crock pot is an easy side dish worth waiting for! Layers of thinly sliced potatoes, onions, ham, and cheese, are smothered in a thick and creamy sauce and then cooked until the potatoes are tender and the sauce is bubbly. A perfect holiday side dish! If you prefer an...

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Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup

Jaclyn Shimmel — Tue, 25 Feb 2025 14:26:12 +0000

This Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup is so full of flavor and perfect for a busy weeknight. Tender chicken, tomatoes with green chiles, taco seasoning, corn, and beans all come together to create a hearty soup perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. This is always a crowd-pleaser! Nothing hits the spot quite like a...

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Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Jaclyn Shimmel — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 14:00:24 +0000

Rich and flavorful Slow Cooker Short Ribs are a comfort food classic. Perfectly seasoned and cooked low and slow in a savory sauce made from beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, and garlic, the ribs become so tender they fall right off the bone. The resulting gravy is perfect for drizzling over the ribs and...

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Slow Cooker Chocolate Chip Cookie

Jaclyn Shimmel — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 17:11:27 +0000

This crockpot chocolate chip cookie recipe is one of my favorites for serving something a little unexpected. The slow-cooked giant cookie is thick, chewy, and gooey on the inside with slightly crisp edges. Cut it into triangle slices and serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious treat. After a lifetime...

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