ClosePhoto:Jason DonnellyOver the years, theslow cookerhas gained a reputation for being a must-have kitchen appliance, and we couldn’t agree more! If you’re looking for inspiration on slow cooker recipes to try, these dishes are great choices. Since they’re lower in saturated fat and sodium, these dishes meet ourheart-healthy parametersand can help decrease your risk of heart disease. From veggie-packed chilis, like our Slow-Cooker Chicken Chili, to warm and comforting porridges, like our Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa Porridge, there are plenty of tasty dishes on this list that’ll help you get the most out of the versatile piece of cookware.01of 16Slow-Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PurcellThis simple vegetarian pasta bake is rich in protein and comes together effortlessly in the slow cooker, for a convenient one-pot meal. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, sun-dried tomato pesto and plenty of veggies delivers a mix of sweet and savory flavors with every bite.View Recipe02of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken ChiliJason DonnellyThis simple slow-cooker chili features plenty of veggies and shredded chicken breast simmered in a smoky broth of chipotle chiles and tomato. The chili is finished with shredded cheese, avocados and cilantro, but feel free to add your own favorite toppings to jazz it up!View Recipe03of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken & Brown Rice with Roasted Corn & Black BeansPhotographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine KeelyWith plenty of spice from ground cumin, cayenne and paprika, and the bit of char that frozen roasted sweet corn brings to the dish, you won’t miss the browning step in this easy load-and-go recipe.View Recipe04of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis slow-cooker porridge recipe features quinoa. Quinoa is a gluten-free pseudocereal (it’s a seed!) that is a nutritional powerhouse and a complete protein. It contains a wide array of vitamins and minerals, including phosphorus, manganese, zinc and iron, many of which Americans don’t get enough of.View Recipe05of 16Slow-Cooker Kale & White Bean StewAli RedmondWarm up to a hearty bowl of soup made with winter vegetables and protein-rich white beans. Comforting spices like oregano and thyme build flavor, while Parmesan provides an irresistibly savory finish.View Recipe06of 16Slow-Cooker Baked BeansAli RedmondTypically made with bacon, these vegetarian slow-cooked beans are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Molasses and brown sugar provide sweetness, while tomato, mustard and Worcestershire sauce add savoriness. Serve these beans as a side at any potluck or barbecue.View Recipe07of 16Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken ChiliJason DonnellyIf you like Buffalo wings, you’ll love the flavors in this warm, hearty chili that comes together easily in the slow cooker. Sour cream helps cut the heat, but you could also use plain strained yogurt.View Recipe08of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Farro PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis cozy porridge features a delicious grain called farro. Originally from Mesopotamia, farro is a type of wheat with a wonderful nutty flavor and toothsome texture. It’s packed with plant-based protein, niacin, magnesium and zinc.View Recipe09of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken MarsalaThis slow-cooker chicken Marsala recipe gets its full flavor from plenty of mushrooms and fragrant shallots. Whole-wheat pasta soaks up the rich sauce. Round it out with a simple green salad for a comforting healthy dinner.View Recipe10of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Fonio PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughFast-growing and drought-resistant, this ancient grain is an important crop in West Africa. It’s a type of millet, making it gluten-free. Fonio’s light and fluffy texture and mild flavor make it work equally well with sweet and savory toppings.View Recipe11of 16Slow-Cooker JambalayaThis hearty jambalaya is bursting with chicken, smoked turkey sausage and shrimp. It takes just 25 minutes to prep in the morning, and then your slow cooker will work its magic and deliver a tasty meal at the end of the day.View Recipe12of 16Mango-Chutney ChickenFruity mango chutney, zesty barbecue sauce and a bit of curry powder are the secrets to success in this slow-cooker chicken recipe. They combine to form a delicious glaze on the chicken, which is served over a brown rice and fresh mango mixture.View Recipe13of 16Shredded Chicken TacosThis taco recipe is a great choice for midweek dinners, even if it’s not Taco Tuesday! Instead of beef, we use moist, boneless chicken thighs and, to make things easier for you, the taco filling is cooked in a slow cooker, so you can prepare it in the morning and come home to a delicious meal.View Recipe14of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Barley PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughAt 6 grams per 1-cup serving, barley is high in fiber compared to many other whole grains. And it has high levels of prebiotic fiber, making it great for promoting healthy gut bacteria. Like oats, barley contains beta-glucans, a type of soluble fiber that’s been shown to improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.View Recipe15of 16Pork & Green Chile StewLet your slow cooker work—while you’re at work!—and come home to a delicious bowl of hearty stew for dinner. Full of potatoes, hominy, green chiles and chunks of pork sirloin, this filling stew recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare in the morning.View Recipe16of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken & White Bean StewPhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors HallThis load-and-go slow-cooker chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread and a salad for an ultra-satisfying meal.View RecipeWas this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

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Over the years, theslow cookerhas gained a reputation for being a must-have kitchen appliance, and we couldn’t agree more! If you’re looking for inspiration on slow cooker recipes to try, these dishes are great choices. Since they’re lower in saturated fat and sodium, these dishes meet ourheart-healthy parametersand can help decrease your risk of heart disease. From veggie-packed chilis, like our Slow-Cooker Chicken Chili, to warm and comforting porridges, like our Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa Porridge, there are plenty of tasty dishes on this list that’ll help you get the most out of the versatile piece of cookware.01of 16Slow-Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PurcellThis simple vegetarian pasta bake is rich in protein and comes together effortlessly in the slow cooker, for a convenient one-pot meal. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, sun-dried tomato pesto and plenty of veggies delivers a mix of sweet and savory flavors with every bite.View Recipe02of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken ChiliJason DonnellyThis simple slow-cooker chili features plenty of veggies and shredded chicken breast simmered in a smoky broth of chipotle chiles and tomato. The chili is finished with shredded cheese, avocados and cilantro, but feel free to add your own favorite toppings to jazz it up!View Recipe03of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken & Brown Rice with Roasted Corn & Black BeansPhotographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine KeelyWith plenty of spice from ground cumin, cayenne and paprika, and the bit of char that frozen roasted sweet corn brings to the dish, you won’t miss the browning step in this easy load-and-go recipe.View Recipe04of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis slow-cooker porridge recipe features quinoa. Quinoa is a gluten-free pseudocereal (it’s a seed!) that is a nutritional powerhouse and a complete protein. It contains a wide array of vitamins and minerals, including phosphorus, manganese, zinc and iron, many of which Americans don’t get enough of.View Recipe05of 16Slow-Cooker Kale & White Bean StewAli RedmondWarm up to a hearty bowl of soup made with winter vegetables and protein-rich white beans. Comforting spices like oregano and thyme build flavor, while Parmesan provides an irresistibly savory finish.View Recipe06of 16Slow-Cooker Baked BeansAli RedmondTypically made with bacon, these vegetarian slow-cooked beans are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Molasses and brown sugar provide sweetness, while tomato, mustard and Worcestershire sauce add savoriness. Serve these beans as a side at any potluck or barbecue.View Recipe07of 16Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken ChiliJason DonnellyIf you like Buffalo wings, you’ll love the flavors in this warm, hearty chili that comes together easily in the slow cooker. Sour cream helps cut the heat, but you could also use plain strained yogurt.View Recipe08of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Farro PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis cozy porridge features a delicious grain called farro. Originally from Mesopotamia, farro is a type of wheat with a wonderful nutty flavor and toothsome texture. It’s packed with plant-based protein, niacin, magnesium and zinc.View Recipe09of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken MarsalaThis slow-cooker chicken Marsala recipe gets its full flavor from plenty of mushrooms and fragrant shallots. Whole-wheat pasta soaks up the rich sauce. Round it out with a simple green salad for a comforting healthy dinner.View Recipe10of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Fonio PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughFast-growing and drought-resistant, this ancient grain is an important crop in West Africa. It’s a type of millet, making it gluten-free. Fonio’s light and fluffy texture and mild flavor make it work equally well with sweet and savory toppings.View Recipe11of 16Slow-Cooker JambalayaThis hearty jambalaya is bursting with chicken, smoked turkey sausage and shrimp. It takes just 25 minutes to prep in the morning, and then your slow cooker will work its magic and deliver a tasty meal at the end of the day.View Recipe12of 16Mango-Chutney ChickenFruity mango chutney, zesty barbecue sauce and a bit of curry powder are the secrets to success in this slow-cooker chicken recipe. They combine to form a delicious glaze on the chicken, which is served over a brown rice and fresh mango mixture.View Recipe13of 16Shredded Chicken TacosThis taco recipe is a great choice for midweek dinners, even if it’s not Taco Tuesday! Instead of beef, we use moist, boneless chicken thighs and, to make things easier for you, the taco filling is cooked in a slow cooker, so you can prepare it in the morning and come home to a delicious meal.View Recipe14of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Barley PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughAt 6 grams per 1-cup serving, barley is high in fiber compared to many other whole grains. And it has high levels of prebiotic fiber, making it great for promoting healthy gut bacteria. Like oats, barley contains beta-glucans, a type of soluble fiber that’s been shown to improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.View Recipe15of 16Pork & Green Chile StewLet your slow cooker work—while you’re at work!—and come home to a delicious bowl of hearty stew for dinner. Full of potatoes, hominy, green chiles and chunks of pork sirloin, this filling stew recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare in the morning.View Recipe16of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken & White Bean StewPhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors HallThis load-and-go slow-cooker chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread and a salad for an ultra-satisfying meal.View RecipeWas this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit

Over the years, theslow cookerhas gained a reputation for being a must-have kitchen appliance, and we couldn’t agree more! If you’re looking for inspiration on slow cooker recipes to try, these dishes are great choices. Since they’re lower in saturated fat and sodium, these dishes meet ourheart-healthy parametersand can help decrease your risk of heart disease. From veggie-packed chilis, like our Slow-Cooker Chicken Chili, to warm and comforting porridges, like our Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa Porridge, there are plenty of tasty dishes on this list that’ll help you get the most out of the versatile piece of cookware.

01of 16Slow-Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PurcellThis simple vegetarian pasta bake is rich in protein and comes together effortlessly in the slow cooker, for a convenient one-pot meal. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, sun-dried tomato pesto and plenty of veggies delivers a mix of sweet and savory flavors with every bite.View Recipe02of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken ChiliJason DonnellyThis simple slow-cooker chili features plenty of veggies and shredded chicken breast simmered in a smoky broth of chipotle chiles and tomato. The chili is finished with shredded cheese, avocados and cilantro, but feel free to add your own favorite toppings to jazz it up!View Recipe03of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken & Brown Rice with Roasted Corn & Black BeansPhotographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine KeelyWith plenty of spice from ground cumin, cayenne and paprika, and the bit of char that frozen roasted sweet corn brings to the dish, you won’t miss the browning step in this easy load-and-go recipe.View Recipe04of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis slow-cooker porridge recipe features quinoa. Quinoa is a gluten-free pseudocereal (it’s a seed!) that is a nutritional powerhouse and a complete protein. It contains a wide array of vitamins and minerals, including phosphorus, manganese, zinc and iron, many of which Americans don’t get enough of.View Recipe05of 16Slow-Cooker Kale & White Bean StewAli RedmondWarm up to a hearty bowl of soup made with winter vegetables and protein-rich white beans. Comforting spices like oregano and thyme build flavor, while Parmesan provides an irresistibly savory finish.View Recipe06of 16Slow-Cooker Baked BeansAli RedmondTypically made with bacon, these vegetarian slow-cooked beans are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Molasses and brown sugar provide sweetness, while tomato, mustard and Worcestershire sauce add savoriness. Serve these beans as a side at any potluck or barbecue.View Recipe07of 16Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken ChiliJason DonnellyIf you like Buffalo wings, you’ll love the flavors in this warm, hearty chili that comes together easily in the slow cooker. Sour cream helps cut the heat, but you could also use plain strained yogurt.View Recipe08of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Farro PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis cozy porridge features a delicious grain called farro. Originally from Mesopotamia, farro is a type of wheat with a wonderful nutty flavor and toothsome texture. It’s packed with plant-based protein, niacin, magnesium and zinc.View Recipe09of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken MarsalaThis slow-cooker chicken Marsala recipe gets its full flavor from plenty of mushrooms and fragrant shallots. Whole-wheat pasta soaks up the rich sauce. Round it out with a simple green salad for a comforting healthy dinner.View Recipe10of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Fonio PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughFast-growing and drought-resistant, this ancient grain is an important crop in West Africa. It’s a type of millet, making it gluten-free. Fonio’s light and fluffy texture and mild flavor make it work equally well with sweet and savory toppings.View Recipe11of 16Slow-Cooker JambalayaThis hearty jambalaya is bursting with chicken, smoked turkey sausage and shrimp. It takes just 25 minutes to prep in the morning, and then your slow cooker will work its magic and deliver a tasty meal at the end of the day.View Recipe12of 16Mango-Chutney ChickenFruity mango chutney, zesty barbecue sauce and a bit of curry powder are the secrets to success in this slow-cooker chicken recipe. They combine to form a delicious glaze on the chicken, which is served over a brown rice and fresh mango mixture.View Recipe13of 16Shredded Chicken TacosThis taco recipe is a great choice for midweek dinners, even if it’s not Taco Tuesday! Instead of beef, we use moist, boneless chicken thighs and, to make things easier for you, the taco filling is cooked in a slow cooker, so you can prepare it in the morning and come home to a delicious meal.View Recipe14of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Barley PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughAt 6 grams per 1-cup serving, barley is high in fiber compared to many other whole grains. And it has high levels of prebiotic fiber, making it great for promoting healthy gut bacteria. Like oats, barley contains beta-glucans, a type of soluble fiber that’s been shown to improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.View Recipe15of 16Pork & Green Chile StewLet your slow cooker work—while you’re at work!—and come home to a delicious bowl of hearty stew for dinner. Full of potatoes, hominy, green chiles and chunks of pork sirloin, this filling stew recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare in the morning.View Recipe16of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken & White Bean StewPhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors HallThis load-and-go slow-cooker chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread and a salad for an ultra-satisfying meal.View Recipe

01of 16Slow-Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Pasta BakePhotographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia PurcellThis simple vegetarian pasta bake is rich in protein and comes together effortlessly in the slow cooker, for a convenient one-pot meal. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, sun-dried tomato pesto and plenty of veggies delivers a mix of sweet and savory flavors with every bite.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Pasta Bake

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell

a recipe photo of the Slow-Cooker Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Pasta Bake

This simple vegetarian pasta bake is rich in protein and comes together effortlessly in the slow cooker, for a convenient one-pot meal. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, sun-dried tomato pesto and plenty of veggies delivers a mix of sweet and savory flavors with every bite.

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02of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken ChiliJason DonnellyThis simple slow-cooker chili features plenty of veggies and shredded chicken breast simmered in a smoky broth of chipotle chiles and tomato. The chili is finished with shredded cheese, avocados and cilantro, but feel free to add your own favorite toppings to jazz it up!View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Chili

This simple slow-cooker chili features plenty of veggies and shredded chicken breast simmered in a smoky broth of chipotle chiles and tomato. The chili is finished with shredded cheese, avocados and cilantro, but feel free to add your own favorite toppings to jazz it up!

03of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken & Brown Rice with Roasted Corn & Black BeansPhotographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine KeelyWith plenty of spice from ground cumin, cayenne and paprika, and the bit of char that frozen roasted sweet corn brings to the dish, you won’t miss the browning step in this easy load-and-go recipe.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Chicken & Brown Rice with Roasted Corn & Black Beans

Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee Prop Stylist: Christine Keely

a recipe photo of the Slow-Cooker Chicken & Pinto Bean Enchilada Casserole

With plenty of spice from ground cumin, cayenne and paprika, and the bit of char that frozen roasted sweet corn brings to the dish, you won’t miss the browning step in this easy load-and-go recipe.

04of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis slow-cooker porridge recipe features quinoa. Quinoa is a gluten-free pseudocereal (it’s a seed!) that is a nutritional powerhouse and a complete protein. It contains a wide array of vitamins and minerals, including phosphorus, manganese, zinc and iron, many of which Americans don’t get enough of.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa Porridge

Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh

Slow-Cooker Overnight Quinoa Porridge

This slow-cooker porridge recipe features quinoa. Quinoa is a gluten-free pseudocereal (it’s a seed!) that is a nutritional powerhouse and a complete protein. It contains a wide array of vitamins and minerals, including phosphorus, manganese, zinc and iron, many of which Americans don’t get enough of.

05of 16Slow-Cooker Kale & White Bean StewAli RedmondWarm up to a hearty bowl of soup made with winter vegetables and protein-rich white beans. Comforting spices like oregano and thyme build flavor, while Parmesan provides an irresistibly savory finish.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Kale & White Bean Stew

Ali Redmond

a recipe photo of the Kale White Bean Stew served in a bowl

Warm up to a hearty bowl of soup made with winter vegetables and protein-rich white beans. Comforting spices like oregano and thyme build flavor, while Parmesan provides an irresistibly savory finish.

06of 16Slow-Cooker Baked BeansAli RedmondTypically made with bacon, these vegetarian slow-cooked beans are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Molasses and brown sugar provide sweetness, while tomato, mustard and Worcestershire sauce add savoriness. Serve these beans as a side at any potluck or barbecue.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Baked Beans

a recipe photo of the Slow Cooker Baked Beans served in bowls

Typically made with bacon, these vegetarian slow-cooked beans are the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Molasses and brown sugar provide sweetness, while tomato, mustard and Worcestershire sauce add savoriness. Serve these beans as a side at any potluck or barbecue.

07of 16Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken ChiliJason DonnellyIf you like Buffalo wings, you’ll love the flavors in this warm, hearty chili that comes together easily in the slow cooker. Sour cream helps cut the heat, but you could also use plain strained yogurt.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

If you like Buffalo wings, you’ll love the flavors in this warm, hearty chili that comes together easily in the slow cooker. Sour cream helps cut the heat, but you could also use plain strained yogurt.

08of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Farro PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis cozy porridge features a delicious grain called farro. Originally from Mesopotamia, farro is a type of wheat with a wonderful nutty flavor and toothsome texture. It’s packed with plant-based protein, niacin, magnesium and zinc.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Overnight Farro Porridge

Slow-Cooker Overnight Farro Porridge

This cozy porridge features a delicious grain called farro. Originally from Mesopotamia, farro is a type of wheat with a wonderful nutty flavor and toothsome texture. It’s packed with plant-based protein, niacin, magnesium and zinc.

09of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken MarsalaThis slow-cooker chicken Marsala recipe gets its full flavor from plenty of mushrooms and fragrant shallots. Whole-wheat pasta soaks up the rich sauce. Round it out with a simple green salad for a comforting healthy dinner.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Marsala

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This slow-cooker chicken Marsala recipe gets its full flavor from plenty of mushrooms and fragrant shallots. Whole-wheat pasta soaks up the rich sauce. Round it out with a simple green salad for a comforting healthy dinner.

10of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Fonio PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughFast-growing and drought-resistant, this ancient grain is an important crop in West Africa. It’s a type of millet, making it gluten-free. Fonio’s light and fluffy texture and mild flavor make it work equally well with sweet and savory toppings.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Overnight Fonio Porridge

Slow-Cooker Overnight Fonio Porridge

Fast-growing and drought-resistant, this ancient grain is an important crop in West Africa. It’s a type of millet, making it gluten-free. Fonio’s light and fluffy texture and mild flavor make it work equally well with sweet and savory toppings.

11of 16Slow-Cooker JambalayaThis hearty jambalaya is bursting with chicken, smoked turkey sausage and shrimp. It takes just 25 minutes to prep in the morning, and then your slow cooker will work its magic and deliver a tasty meal at the end of the day.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Jambalaya

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This hearty jambalaya is bursting with chicken, smoked turkey sausage and shrimp. It takes just 25 minutes to prep in the morning, and then your slow cooker will work its magic and deliver a tasty meal at the end of the day.

12of 16Mango-Chutney ChickenFruity mango chutney, zesty barbecue sauce and a bit of curry powder are the secrets to success in this slow-cooker chicken recipe. They combine to form a delicious glaze on the chicken, which is served over a brown rice and fresh mango mixture.View Recipe

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Mango-Chutney Chicken

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Fruity mango chutney, zesty barbecue sauce and a bit of curry powder are the secrets to success in this slow-cooker chicken recipe. They combine to form a delicious glaze on the chicken, which is served over a brown rice and fresh mango mixture.

13of 16Shredded Chicken TacosThis taco recipe is a great choice for midweek dinners, even if it’s not Taco Tuesday! Instead of beef, we use moist, boneless chicken thighs and, to make things easier for you, the taco filling is cooked in a slow cooker, so you can prepare it in the morning and come home to a delicious meal.View Recipe

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Shredded Chicken Tacos

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This taco recipe is a great choice for midweek dinners, even if it’s not Taco Tuesday! Instead of beef, we use moist, boneless chicken thighs and, to make things easier for you, the taco filling is cooked in a slow cooker, so you can prepare it in the morning and come home to a delicious meal.

14of 16Slow-Cooker Overnight Barley PorridgeTed & Chelsea CavanaughAt 6 grams per 1-cup serving, barley is high in fiber compared to many other whole grains. And it has high levels of prebiotic fiber, making it great for promoting healthy gut bacteria. Like oats, barley contains beta-glucans, a type of soluble fiber that’s been shown to improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Overnight Barley Porridge

Slow-Cooker Overnight Barley Porridge

At 6 grams per 1-cup serving, barley is high in fiber compared to many other whole grains. And it has high levels of prebiotic fiber, making it great for promoting healthy gut bacteria. Like oats, barley contains beta-glucans, a type of soluble fiber that’s been shown to improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

15of 16Pork & Green Chile StewLet your slow cooker work—while you’re at work!—and come home to a delicious bowl of hearty stew for dinner. Full of potatoes, hominy, green chiles and chunks of pork sirloin, this filling stew recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare in the morning.View Recipe

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Pork & Green Chile Stew

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Let your slow cooker work—while you’re at work!—and come home to a delicious bowl of hearty stew for dinner. Full of potatoes, hominy, green chiles and chunks of pork sirloin, this filling stew recipe takes just 25 minutes to prepare in the morning.

16of 16Slow-Cooker Chicken & White Bean StewPhotographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors HallThis load-and-go slow-cooker chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread and a salad for an ultra-satisfying meal.View Recipe

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Slow-Cooker Chicken & White Bean Stew

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

Overhead view of a white slow cooker of Slow-Cooker Chicken & White Bean Stew recipe

This load-and-go slow-cooker chicken recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread and a salad for an ultra-satisfying meal.

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