12 Irresistible Grandma Approved Slow Cooker Recipes

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There’s just something about slow cooker recipes that feel like they came straight from Grandma’s kitchen. These 12 irresistible, grandma-approved slow cooker recipes are the kind of comfort food you can count on—simple ingredients, big flavor, and meals that make everyone feel at home.

From hearty dinners like Slow Cooker Pot Roast to cozy classics like Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings, every recipe in this list is easy, comforting, and perfect for busy days. If you love hands-off meals, be sure to check out my full collection of Slow Cooker Recipes for even more family favorites.

These are the kinds of meals Grandma would absolutely approve of—and the ones your family will ask for again and again.

Shredded beef sandwiches made in a slow cooker. One of the best slow cooker recipes that is totally grandma approved.

Why you’ll love these easy slow cooker recipes!

I truly believe there is nothing better than the warm, comforting flavors that remind me of Grandma’s kitchen. I have so many delicious slow cooker recipes, you can recreate that cozy, homemade magic without spending all day cooking. I think everyone will love how you can just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it do the work, while your home fills with those nostalgic, mouthwatering smells you crave.

Whether you need an easy weeknight dinner or something comforting to bring everyone to the table, I think you will find these recipes make cooking feel simple, familiar, and full of love. Take a look at my best slow cooker recipes and let me know what you think!

Dump and Go Slow Cooker Recipes

With these Grandma-approved slow cooker recipes, you’ll have the perfect combination of convenience and heartwarming flavor. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or simply looking for an easy slow cooker family meal that tastes like home, these dishes are guaranteed to deliver. Which recipe will you try first? Let us know in the comments, and don’t forget to share this with someone who loves the comfort of slow-cooked meals!

1. Easy Beef Vegetable Soup

This beef and vegetable soup recipe actually comes straight from my grandma so it has been tried and tested hundreds of times. It is so hearty and filling but extremely easy to make. This soup recipe will become a classic in your family too!

This Vegetable Soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food recipe and for good reason! It’s quick, easy and full of flavor! The recipe was passed down from my grandmother and is a family favorite!

Beef Vegetable Soup

This Beef Vegetable Soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food recipe and for good reason! It’s quick, easy and full of flavor! The recipe was passed down from my grandmother and is a family favorite!

Easy Beef and Veggie Soup

2. Creamy Crockpot Chicken

This is going to be your new favorite way to make chicken. Everyone who tried creamy crockpot chicken is obsessed with how easy it is to make such a delicious, restaurant-worthy meal. Put this on your weekly dinner menu today because you need to try this incredible recipe.

Creamy Crockpot Chicken

This creamy crockpot chicken is easy, delicious, and always a hit with the family! With minimal effort, you’ll get maximum flavor thanks to the slow cooker.

Creamy Crockpot Chicken

3. Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Want to make the best-pulled pork of your life? It is shockingly easy to make juicy, tender pulled pork when you use the slow cooker! Just make this crock pot pulled pork recipe once, and you will be hooked.

Crock Pot Pulled Pork

Crock Pot Pulled Pork! A delicious pork loin is slow roasted in the crockpot and topped with a delicious homemade barbecue sauce for an easy meal idea!

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

4. Slow Cooker Chili

Chili is my all-time favorite cold-weather food. I love a big bowl of homemade chili served with some crunchy chips or soft, homemade bread for dipping. My crock pot chili recipe is especially tasty and so easy to make that you can have it cooking in just a few minutes.

Image of easy slow cooker ground beef chili with beans in a white bowl, topped with sour cream and fresh scallions. A silver spoon is dipped in the bowl.

Crock Pot Chili Recipe

In just 4 steps and as little as 4-6 hours, you'll have a Crock Pot Chili the whole family can't help but gather around. Ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and the best chili seasoning – Comfort food at its best!

Perfect Crockpot Chili

5. Mississippi Roast

Get ready to love your slow cooker even more than you already do. When you taste this Mississippi roast, you will be shocked by how something so delicious and easy can come out of your crock pot. This recipe is pure magic!

Mississippi Roast Sandwiches

Slow Cooker Mississippi roast is the perfect Crockpot recipe for a special family meal or quick weeknight dinner. Add your favorite toasted bread to turn this classic comfort food into your new favorite sandwich recipe.

Slow Cooker Mississippi Roast Sandwiches

6. Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Making macaroni and cheese in the crock pot is one of my favorite ways to make this classic dish. It is effortless to put together but tastes incredible once cooked. Try this easy homemade mac and cheese recipe and you will never, ever make boxed mac and cheese again.

Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese

Perfect for pot-lucks and for making ahead – this Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese is sure to please even the pickiest palette!

Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

7. Turkey Breast

Yes, you can make turkey in your crock pot and it tastes absolutely amazing! Cooking turkey breast in the crockpot helps keep the meat juicy, tender, and full of flavor. Make this turkey breast for Thanksgiving or just on a random weeknight – it is perfect for all occasions!

slow cooker turkey breast with carrots and celery in a slow cooker

Crockpot Turkey Breast

Say goodbye to dry turkey and hello to this juicy Crockpot Turkey Breast recipe! It turns out perfect every single time. So easy too!

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

8. Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Transform taco night in your house completely just by using your slow cooker. Perfectly cooked chicken taco meat is effortless to make when you use the crockpot. The juicy, tender chicken is perfectly seasoned and ready to serve at dinner time after cooking on its own all day long. This truly is one of my favorite recipes to cook in a slow cooker

Crock-Pot Chicken Tacos

Crock-Pot Chicken Tacos are one of the best easy chicken meals around! With just 4-ingredients tossed into the slow cooker, you can't go wrong!

Crockpot Chicken Tacos

9. Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles

If you’re looking for an easy recipe for that old fashioned chicken and noodle flavoring, this is the one you need! It is one of the best every day recipes to cook in a slow cooker ever. And if you love chicken noodle soup, the flavor of this pasta dish just might be your new favorite meal!

Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles

Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles is the perfect winter slow cooker comfort food. Filled with tender shredded chicken and creamy noodles, this easy recipe will be a new regular on your weekly dinner rotation.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Noodles

10. Turkey and Stuffing Casserole

Make your Thanksgiving turkey and stuffing in a whole new way – in the slow cooker! Making a perfect Thanksgiving-style meal has never been easier than with this simple recipe and the magical slow cooker. You can even serve the turkey casserole right out of the slow cooker bowl!

slow cooker turkey stuffing casserole in a crock pot

Slow Cooker Turkey and Stuffing Casserole

This easy Slow Cooker Turkey and Stuffing Casserole recipe requires only 5 ingredients to make! Perfect for a low-key Thanksgiving meal.

Crockpot Turkey and Stuffing Casserole

11. Slow Cooker Taco Soup

This is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes with beef. It is a great way to switch up Taco Tuesday and use your crockpot to make dinner time even easier!

Slow Cooker Taco Soup Recipe

Whip up this flavorful Slow Cooker Taco Soup in just 10 minutes of prep! Let your crockpot do the rest, blending hearty ground beef, beans, Rotel tomatoes, and bold Southwest spices into a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal that everyone will love.

Slow Cooker Taco Soup Recipe

12. Crockpot Lasagna

This is the easiest and tastiest way to make lasagna. You may never bake it in the oven again! I know this will become a favorite crockpot dinner idea in your home.

Crock Pot Lasagna

Crock Pot Lasagna means no need for an oven! Lasagna noodles, meat sauce, and cheese made all in the slow cooker. A classic pasta dish ready anytime!

Crockpot Lasagna

FAQs

What are some common mistakes to avoid with a slow cooker?

A couple big slow cooker mistakes to avoid are lifting the lid too often (it seriously slows things down) and overfilling the pot. You’ll also want to wait to add dairy or delicate ingredients until the end so they don’t break down or curdle.

Is a slow cooker the same as a crockpot?

Yes—Crock-Pot is actually just a brand name for a slow cooker, similar to how people use “Kleenex” for tissues. All Crock-Pots are slow cookers, but not all slow cookers are Crock-Pots.

What cannot be cooked in a slow cooker?

Foods that cook very quickly or need crisping, like pasta, delicate seafood, or anything fried, don’t do well in a slow cooker. Dairy products and fresh herbs can also break down if added too early, so they’re best saved for the e