39 Hearty Crockpot Recipes For Fall | Homesteading Easy Recipes (2024)

Crockpot recipes for fall are indeed a lifesaver! When I have a lot on my plate or catch the lazy bug which attacks people during the cold months, I turn to my crockpot recipes for fall to save the day.

From breakfast all the way to dinner down to dessert, I've got the crockpot recipes for fall here you can try. Nothing beats a tasty home-cooked meal made with just half the effort, so grab your crockpot, and let's start cooking!

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1. Crockpot Chicken Pho

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Oh, to come home after a long day to the smell of this Vietnamese noodle dish in a crockpot is nothing short of paradise. Escape to the breezy Halong bay with a bowl of warm chicken pho in the cold of Autumn.

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2. Slow Cooker Shredded Sesame Beef Tacos


Get your fix of Mexican comfort food with an Asian touch in this slow cooker shredded sesame beef tacos. There should be a big salsa party in your mouth with this mix of flavors.

3. Slow Cooker Sweet Potato And Apple Soup


Make this slow cooker soup recipe ahead and freeze, so you don't have to worry about what to serve for lunch. Pop right into your microwave and let your tummy have its fill anytime!

4. Easy Crockpot Baked Ziti

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I'll put my neck at risk here but this baked ziti in a crockpot will really change the way you cook pasta. What better way to meld all the flavors in the sauce than to cook it with the pasta?

5. Crockpot BBQ Taco Salad

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A gluten-free crockpot recipe you can easily make any time. Get your fill of an appetizing and healthy lunch with this fresh veggie recipe.

6. Autumn Chicken & Apple Cider Chili

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Nothing will warm you up fast from the nose to your toes than a chili recipe. With chicken and apple cider, this crockpot chili recipe should be the perfect comfort food when really bogged down by a cold.

7. Crockpot Jalapeno Popper Chili

If you want your crockpot chili soup subtle and kid-friendly, use jalapeno and use it with reserve. Looking for easy fall recipes for a crowd? Try this recipe for large get-togethers for everyone to enjoy.

8. Slow Cooker Turkey And Stuffing

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Save this recipe until after Thanksgiving and work it on some leftover turkey. Or, this may well be your Thanksgiving turkey if you want a change and a bit of relief.

9. Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole

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Take this crockpot recipe and give it a try with your fresh homegrown potatoes. Hashbrowns are never healthier and easier to prepare than cooking it in a crockpot.

10. Slow Cooker “Melt In Your Mouth” Pot Roast

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Don't goas far as chocolate melt-in-your-mouth goodness, but a meat recipe this tender feels the same. This is why I love crockpot recipes–they evoke the warm fuzzies.

11. Slow Cooker Beef Stew

I thought nothing beats my beef stew recipe on a cold autumn afternoon, but this beef stew crockpot recipe does. This one really warms me up.

12. Crockpot Apples And Pork Chops

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What I love about pork is how well it goes with fruits, like pineapples. Of course, apples work quite well. Try these crockpot apples and pork chops recipe, and you'll know what I mean.

13. Pulled Pork Sundae

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Don't be fooled. This isn't ice cream, it's actually garlic mashed potato with slow-cooked pulled pork, drizzled with BBQ sauce. Does it sound more appetizing?

14. Slow Cooker Apple Crisp

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You've got one more apple recipe to love in this slow cooker apple crisp. Satisfy your sweet tooth and save yourself the stress of cooking it in this crockpot recipe.

15. Crockpot Baked Apple

With a load of apple harvest, you'll really need tons of apple recipes to cover them all. This crockpot baked apple recipe sure deserves a spot in your repertoire.

16. Slow Cooker Pumpkin Dump Cake

You'll love your pumpkin patch for this slow cooker pumpkin dump cake. Make sure to save the pumpkin insides after carving it for Halloween for this recipe.

17. Homemade Apple Butter

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Don't worry about apple harvest this season. We've got you covered, and now, this crockpot homemade apple butter.

18. Caramel Apple Cider In A Slow Cooker

Warm everyone with this easy slow cooker beverage recipein Starbucks fashion, just healthier and really budget-friendly. I'm sure this will be your next favorite drink.

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19. Bourbon Whiskey co*cktail

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Want something with a little kick? Try this co*cktail recipe with your slow cooker. Told you, we've got your apples covered!

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20. Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls

Get a fix of your favorite Tex-Mex comfort food in these chicken burrito bowls. Prepare in just a few minutes, leave to cook by itself, and dream about it till chow time!

21. Slow Cooker BeefBourguignon

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Savor the juicy flavors of tender beef and veggies in this crockpot beef bourguignon. Nothing more satisfying than a fill of this warm stew shared with friends and family.

22. Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken

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Get a taste of an almost oriental chicken recipe withthis slow cooker lemon garlic chicken. Just a tip, try this crockpot chicken thighs recipe using bone-in parts for more flavor.

23. Crockpot Mac And Cheese

Preparing hearty meals for your family need not be a cooking show. You'll love this crockpot mac and cheese where you dump all ingredients in the pot and enjoy the meal later, with no fuss.

24. Crockpot Beef Stroganoff

Beef is a simplylovable ingredient for its velvety and meaty flavors. Love the flavors all the more in this crockpot beef stroganoff recipe.

25. Slow Cooker Italian Chicken And Potatoes

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So you want an easy yet savory dish for the weekend? Look forboneless skinless chicken crockpot recipes. Takethis slow cooker Italian chicken and potatoes and impress your guests, no sweat.

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26. Slow Cooker Creamy White Chicken Chili

Thanks to my crockpot, an easy gourmet meal can now be enjoyed any day of the week. Give this slow cooker creamy white chicken a try to see what I mean.

27. Slow Cooker Poor Man's Stew

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Not only is this crockpot dish easy to prepare, it costs less too, with only a few ingredients. Cook this rich and flavorful poor man's stew whenever you've got a lot on your hands.

28. Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken And Veggies

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Prepare yourself a whole meal with this slow cooker chicken and veggies. What a great meal to come home to after a long day of working outside!

29. Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos

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I love lime in meat recipes for the way the zest balances the strong flavors. Find out how in this slow cooker taco dish.

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30.Crockpot Cubed Steak And Gravy

Get your fill of this cubed steak smothered in savory and rich gravy. Remember the secret is in thegravy! Follow the recipe up to the letter and your gravy will be good to go.

31. Slow Cooker Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Imagine biting through the crunchy lettuce and into spicy, sweet, and flavorful chicken filling. I'd sure have this appetizing crockpot recipe any time of the day.

32. Crockpot BBQ Ribs

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Nothing tastes as good as fall-off-the-bone BBQ ribs and you can have that easily with a crockpot. Just give this crockpot BBQ ribs a try.

33. Slow Cooker Spinach And Artichoke Dip

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Good thing spinach and artichokes are in season this fall. I sure can't wait to give this crockpot recipe a try on my fresh harvest.

34. Slow Cooker Spicy Chicken And Rice

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You'll love this creamy, rich, and spicy crockpot chicken recipe. As with other chicken dishes, it really goes well with rice.

35. Crockpot Baked Potatoes

When you think your crockpot just can't do it all, it goes off and bakes you some potatoes. You're in for a surprise with this baked potato recipe that tastes just like any baked potato out of the oven.

36. Slow Cooker General Tso's Chicken

Why order out your meal of a chicken when you can make your own a la Chinese take-out but healthier? Try this tasty General Tso's chicken and you'll never order out again.

37. Crockpot Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham

This crockpot brown sugar pineapple ham could be your next signature dish for special occasions. If you want a once or twice in a year dish to enjoy and indulge in, this pork crockpot recipe is for you!

38. Crockpot Corn On A Cob

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Corns are at their sweetest right after harvest, so pick your home-grown corn and try this corn on a cob in a crockpot recipe.

39. Slow Cooker Bacon Garlic Pork Loin

This recipe isn't for the faint of heart with all that grease fromslow cooking the pork loin and bacon. This may be rich, but I'm sure your taste buds will love it.

There you have it, homesteaders! Hearty and easy crockpot recipes for fall where you can just dump ingredients into the pot and let it cook itself. Lucky for you, I'm on the hunt for some crockpot recipes too.

I'm sure you'll love this selection–my family's loving my picks so far! The next time you seem to be racing against time to prepare a meal for your family, these easy crockpot recipes for fall will save your day!

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FAQs

How do I get the best results from a slow cooker? ›

Reduce liquid when using a slow cooker

It should just cover the meat and vegetables. Don't overfill your slow cooker, or it may start leaking out the top, and the food won't cook so well. Half to two-thirds full is ideal – certainly no more than three-quarters.

What is the difference between slow cook high and slow cook low? ›

Foods take different times to cook depending upon the setting used. Certainly, foods will cook faster on high than on low. However, for all-day cooking or for less-tender cuts, you may want to use the low setting.

What is slow cook low and slow cook high? ›

A: Both "High" and "Low" stabilize at the same temperature; it is just a matter of how long it takes to reach the simmer point. Once food reaches the simmer point, total cook time is dependent on cut and weight of meat to reach the point of maximum flavor and texture potential.

How do you make slow cooker meals taste better? ›

If you take an extra 10 minutes to sauté the aromatics before scraping them into the slow-cooker, the finished dish will have deeper flavor and better texture. (And some new slow-cookers allow you to sauté right in the insert, so you don't have to wash a separate skillet.)

Is 4 hours on high the same as 8 hours on low in a slow cooker? ›

The difference between "High" and "Low" on slow cookers seems to differ with every brand and model. One thing that is consistent, though, is that food takes seven to eight hours to reach a simmer point (around 210°) on low; versus three to four hours on high.

How long can you leave a slow cooker on low? ›

Slow cooker recipes are often designed for an eight-hour cook so that the food is ready when you return home after a long day. Is it safe to leave a slow cooker on for 12 hours? Yes, you can use your slow cooker for longer than eight hours, as long as you keep an eye on it.

What happens if you slow cook on high instead of low? ›

Let's say you want to slow cook a pork roast recipe that calls for 8 hours on Low, but you need it done in much less than 8 hours. Switching to High for the sake of time savings can leave you with a roast that's dried out or even burned on the exterior, but undercooked and not at a food-safe temperature in the center.

What are the three settings on a slow cooker? ›

On all CrockPot units you have usually three temperature settings. I for Low, II for High and the last symbol (it may be in the form of "squiggly lines" that look like SS) is the Warm setting.

Is it better to cook chicken on high or low in the crockpot? ›

Always cook your boneless skinless chicken breasts on LOW for the best results. I do not recommend cooking boneless chicken breast on HIGH, as it will become very dry and tough, even if you check it early. On high, the chicken turns out drier; I consistently have the best results with low.

Can you overcook in a slow cooker? ›

Keeping the slow-cooker on the high setting for that long may result in overcooked, dried-out food.”

How many hours on high is 6 hours low in a crockpot? ›

Adapting recipes
Time Chart for Adapting Recipes
If the recipe says:Cook on LOW:Cook on HIGH:
15-30 minutes4-6 hours1 1/2-2 hours
35-45 minutes6-10 hours3-4 hours
50 minutes to 3 hours8-16 hours4-6 hours

What is the best meat to slow cook? ›

Choose the right cut: Chuck roasts, short ribs, pork shoulders and lamb shanks (think fatty and tougher meats) become meltingly tender with the moist, low heat of a slow cooker. Leaner cuts like pork tenderloin tend to dry out. Likewise, dark meat chicken — thighs, drumsticks, etc.

What happens if you don't brown meat before a slow cooker? ›

Browning Is Better

And if you dredge the meat in flour before you brown it, your sauce will thicken up to make a gravy. You should always brown ground beef or any ground meat in a skillet before adding it to your slow cooker to prevent the meat from clumping up or from adding excess grease to your cooked dish.

Can I leave food in a slow cooker overnight off? ›

On some occasions, you'll want to leave food in the slow cooker to keep warm, during Thanksgiving or Christmas Dinner, for example, or any other event or holiday. While it's perfectly ok to use your crock pot in this way, try to avoid leaving food on the warming setting for more than four hours.

Are you supposed to lock the lid on a slow cooker? ›

"Those latches are only designed to carry-out food somewhere to avoid spillage." If there is a locking lid feature on your glass lid, that is only to prevent spills when you're toting the Crockpot to your potluck, not for when you're cooking.

Do potatoes go on top or bottom of meat in a crockpot? ›

Place firm, slow-cooking root vegetables like potatoes and carrots at the bottom of the crock and pile the meat on top. Set the heat level: A general rule of thumb is that cooking on the low setting (170 degrees F for most models) takes about twice as long as cooking on high (280 degrees F on most models).

Do you put hot or cold water in a slow cooker when cooking? ›

Preheat the cooker and add hot liquids, if possible. Preheating the crock before adding ingredients or cooking on the highest setting for the first hour will ensure a rapid heat start and will shorten the time foods are in the temperature danger zone.

How to use a slow cooker properly? ›

How to Use a Slow Cooker
  1. Step 1: Prepare your ingredients. ...
  2. Step 2: Put your ingredients in the internal pot and close the lid. ...
  3. Step 3: Secure the lid in place if your device has a lid lock.
  4. Step 4: Plug your slow cooker in and program its temperature and cook time according to your recipe. ...
  5. Step 5: Wait!

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