7 Slow cooker recipes for when it’s too hot to cook

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Tired of heating the house up with meals made in the oven and on the stove? These slow cooker recipes are packed with delicious flavor and will keep the family happy and the kitchen cool.

A baking dish full of chicken enchiladas is surrounded by cut limes, a halved avocado, and a green linen.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu

a plate of slow cooker lamb ragu over pappardelle pasta surrounded by a block of parmesan, a white linen, and torn baguette.
Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This slow cooker lamb ragu is the ultimate Italian comfort food. The lamb is braised for hours to create a delicious, rich sauce that won’t heat up the house and your family will love.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

A baking dish full of chicken enchiladas is surrounded by cut limes, a halved avocado, and a green linen.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Craving Mexican food but don’t want to turn on the oven? These Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas are spicy, tangy, cheesy, and delicious. Tender chicken, bold enchilada sauce, chewy tortillas, and rich, melty cheese combine to make a dish perfect for a weeknight meal families love.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

Apple Cider Pulled Pork Tacos

A white tray of apple cider pulled pork tacos.
Apple Cider Pulled Pork Tacos. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Too hot to cook? These Apple Cider Pulled Pork Tacos are a breeze with the slow cooker. It is an easy meal to make during the week or on busy days. Pork flavored with spices and apple cider is delicious when served on tortillas with apple matchsticks, dried cranberries, arugula and honey.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Pulled Pork Tacos

Slow Cooker Chili Mac

Cheese covered slow cooker chili mac in the crock pot with a wooden spoon.
Slow Cooker Chili Mac. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Slow Cooker Chili Mac is the comfort food we all crave! By slow cooking, the flavors of chili and macaroni meld together for a satisfying and hearty meal. Perfect for busy weekdays, just set it in the morning, and by dinner time, you’ll have a delicious dish waiting. Plus, no heating up the kitchen!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chili Mac

Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Slow cooker country style ribs on a tray on top of mashed potatoes with corn.
Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with flavor. Slow cooking infuses the ribs with spices and ensures a mouthwatering experience that’s both rustic and refined. The house stays cool and the family stays happy.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken on a white plate on rice topped with parsley.
Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken is a crowd-pleaser, with succulent chicken in a rich, creamy sauce. This slow-cooked method ensures the chicken stays tender and the flavors intensify. It’s perfect for a family dinner without much prep work.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs

Slow cooker bbq chicken legs in the crock pot after cooking.
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Get your family their BBQ fix without firing up the grill! Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs give you that smokey, savory taste with a fraction of the effort. The slow-cooked process locks in moisture and flavor, resulting in sticky, delicious chicken.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs

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