Slow cooker recipes

Cooking low and slow is a brilliant way of infusing rich flavours into hearty, warming meals. Our collection of delicious slow cooker recipes shows just how simple it is to prepare slow cooker meals, from slow cooker chicken to beef stew.

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Slow cooker lamb curry

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For the ultimate family feast, this slow cooker pulled pork recipe is fantastic. Made with spicy Mexican chipotle chilli and a hint of orange, the meat is cooked until falling off the bone, then served with tortillas and macerated onions

Slow cooker pulled pork tacos

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Smoked paprika and chorizo are the lead actors in this all star cast recipe. Butterbeans add an extra dose of plant protein to make this a satisfying and robust Spanish casserole.

Slow cooker chicken casserole

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If you’re looking for a fuss-free, easy vegetarian recipe, then this slow cooker chickpea and butternut squash stew is ideal

Slow cooker vegetarian stew

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This slow cooker curry recipe is packed with chicken, south Indian spices and coconut milk.

Slow cooker south Indian chicken curry

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Slow cookers are great for preparing vegetarian recipes, and these stuffed peppers are perfect for a veggie feast

Slow cooker stuffed peppers

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This classic French dish from the region of Burgundy is traditionally made with a full-bodied Burgundy wine. The meat cooks slowly in a mix of wine and beef stock, which is reduced to a lovely, thick sauce

Slow cooker beef bourguignon

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Make the most of your slow cooker and whip up an apple crumble recipe that’s sure to be an instant family favourite. To get a perfectly crisp top, all you have to do is cook for the last 10 minutes with the lid slightly ajar

Slow cooker apple crumble

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Slow cooker lamb curry

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Put your slow cooker to good use with a rich slow cooker lamb curry. This ‘low and slow’ method of cooking the lamb gives meltingly tender results and enriches the spiced coconut sauce with plenty of flavour.

Serves 4
425 mins
451 calories

Slow cooker chicken casserole

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Smoked paprika and chorizo are the lead actors in this all star cast recipe. Butterbeans add an extra dose of plant protein to make this a satisfying and robust Spanish casserole.

Serves 4
210 mins
688 calories

Slow cooker pork vindaloo

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This slow-cooked pork vindaloo is mouthwateringly fragrant. Tender pieces of pork shoulder, marinated in a homemade spice paste, then browned and simmered in stock and chopped tomatoes with onions and new potatoes. Served with steamed rice sprinkled with fresh coriander.

Serves 6
20 mins to prepare, 2 hours to marinate and 4-8 hours to cook
250 calories

Authentic Irish stew

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This authentic Irish stew takes care of itself, leaving you with more time to enjoy the craic with your guests. Tender lamb cutlets are seared then thrown into a pot with stock, potatoes, carrots, leeks, onions, pearl barley, then cabbage. Serve with spring onions and parsley for fresh contrast.

Serves 4
20mins to prepare and 2hrs to cook
603 calories

Pot-roasted beef in red wine with baby veg and new potatoes

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Pot-roasting a joint of beef means there’s no need to baste plus the end result is really tender

Serves 4
15mins to prepare and 3hrs 40mins to cook, plus 10mins resting
575 calories

Rustic lamb stew

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This slow-cooked rustic lamb stew is really comforting and is the perfect winter warmer

Serves Serves 6-8
20 minutes to prepare and 2 hours 30 minutes to cook
399 calories

Slow cooker vegetarian stew

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If you’re looking for a fuss-free, easy vegetarian recipe, then this slow cooker chickpea and butternut squash stew is ideal

Serves 4
15 mins to prepare and 4 hrs to cook
383 calories

Slow cooker shredded BBQ beef

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Enjoy all the flavours of a Texan barbecue with this slow cooker shredded beef. Seared beef and softened onions are gently simmered with vinegars, sugars and condiments, until the meat can be shredded. Perfect stuffed into bread rolls with pickles and red onion slices.

Serves 6
250 mins
348 calories

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