13+ Slow Cooker and Stew Recipes to warm you up in Winter.
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When the weather is cold, nothing beats a pot of something slow-cooked and comforting. These are the meals that simmer gently, fill the kitchen with warmth, and taste even better the next day.
Comforting slow cooker and stew recipes for cozy meals.
This round-up brings together slow cooker recipes and cozy winter stews — perfect for relaxed cooking, weekend meals, and make-ahead dinners. These are rich, satisfying dishes meant to be served with bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Slow Cooker Comfort Meals
Slow Cooker Roast Chicken
A simple, hands-off way to cook a whole chicken that stays tender and flavorful.
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Slow Cooker Roast Chicken
This slow cooker roast chicken is incredibly tender and flavorful, thanks to the low and slow cooking method. The chicken is seasoned with a savory dry rub and stuffed with herbs and lemon for added aroma. A quick broil at the end gives the skin a perfect golden, crispy finish.
Slow-cooked until fork-tender, this brisket is perfect for cozy winter dinners.
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Slow Cooked Beef Brisket (Oven)
Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or a novice home cook, there's something undeniably captivating about the allure of a perfectly tender, slow-cooked beef brisket infused with rich flavors and melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
A versatile recipe you can use for sandwiches, bowls, or hearty plates.
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Slow Cooker Shredded Beef
Slow cooker shredded beef is a flavorful and tender dish made by slow cooking beef with a blend of seasonings and liquids until it's easily shredded with a fork. The long cooking time allows the beef to become infused with the flavors of the seasonings, resulting in a delicious and versatile dish that can be used in a variety of meals.
A gently spiced, slightly sweet chicken dish that works beautifully for slow cooking.
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Apricot Chicken
Sweet, savory, and bursting with warm Middle Eastern spices, this Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken is an effortless yet flavorful dish. Tender chicken thighs simmer in a rich sauce of apricots, cinnamon, and saffron, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Serve it over couscous or rice for a comforting meal that feels both cozy and elegant!
Rich, aromatic, and deeply comforting, this curry is ideal for cold evenings.
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Slow-cooker Lamb Curry
This Indian lamb curry recipe is as simple as putting everything in the slow cooker and forgetting about it. The meat is cooked with the wonderful aromatics of curry powder and coconut milk until it's fork-tender.
A slow-simmered curry with bold flavors and tender chicken, perfect for make-ahead meals.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Curry
This slow cooker Indian chicken curry recipe, also known as crockpot chicken curry, is simple and effortless. It requires only ten minutes of hands-on work and a few hours of slow cooking. This beautiful deep red curry is flavored with exotic Indian spices and can be served over a bowl of rice or with simple crusty bread.
A traditional French stew that’s rich, comforting, and perfect for special winter meals.
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The BEST Beef Burgundy aka Beef Bourguignon
This Beef Burgundy or Beef Bourguignon consists of beef pieces bathed in burgundy wine and cooked long and slow with herbs and mushrooms until they are fork-tender. This ultimate comfort food can be made in a slow cooker, on the stovetop, or in the oven.
A warming stew with sweet and savory notes, ideal for cold nights.
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Moroccan Beef Stew with Dates
This Moroccan beef stew with dates produces fork-tender meat that falls off the bones. The contrasting flavors from the sweet dates and hot spicy paprika create a flavorful gravy that is absolutely delicious over steamed rice or couscous.
Slow-braised until meltingly tender, this is true comfort food.
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Braised Lamb Shanks in the Oven
These braised lamb shanks are slow-cooked in the oven with red wine gravy. A delicious and simple recipe that needs only 20 minutes to prep and 2 hours to cook. Served over mashed potatoes and sides for a complete meal.
A classic braised dish that’s hearty, elegant, and deeply satisfying.
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Oven Braised Osso Buco Recipe
This Osso Buco is a fork-tender veal shank slow-cooked in the oven with red wine and a few other ingredients. A simple recipe that needs only 20 minutes to prep and about 2 hours to bake. Served over mashed potato and sides for an inviting meal.
A one-pot braised chicken dish that’s flavorful and comforting.
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Moroccan Braised Chicken with Potatoes
Moroccan braised chicken with potatoes is a simple and healthy dish with a global appeal. Potatoes, onions, and garlic are braised with butter and olive oil to create a rich and flavorful dish. It is also low in fat, easy to prepare, and tastes great.
A lighter but still cozy stew that’s perfect for winter cooking.
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Moroccan Chicken Stew with Couscous
Give your next chicken stew a Moroccan twist with couscous. Hearty, wholesome chicken and chickpeas in spicy tomato gravy served over couscous. This simple and easy recipe gets done in less than 20 minutes.
These slow cooker meals and stews are designed for cold days when you want food that cooks gently and rewards patience. They’re ideal for weekend cooking, leftovers, and feeding family without rushing.
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