Tender chicken that you can pull apart with two forks and then stir back into the spicy sauce: slowcooker pulled chicken is ideal when you want to prepare multiple meals with little effort. Use it in wraps, bowls, on a sandwich, or with roasted potatoes.

For this version we use Rosemary’s Chicken as the flavoring. The herbs give the chicken a savory base that pairs well with tomato, bell pepper and a little acidity and sweetness in the sauce.

No slowcooker? No problem. You can make the exact same recipe in a Dutch oven or cast-iron roasting pan as well. Both methods are shown below.

More inspiration for slow cooking? Also check out our easy slowcooker recipes for busy days.

Slowcooker pulled chicken in short

Serves: 4–6
Preparation: 15 minutes
Slowcooker: 4–5 hours on low or 2½–3½ hours on high
Dutch oven: about 2 hours
Difficulty: easy
Suitable for meal prep: yes

Ingredients

• 750 g chicken thigh fillets
• 2 tbsp Rosemary’s Chicken spice mix
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 red bell pepper

A pot full of tender beans, vegetables and a spiced tomato sauce that slowly soaks up all the flavors: this slow cooker bean stew is ideal for busy days. You need very little active prep time and can easily make multiple portions at once.

For this vegetarian stew we use The One Pan Show as a flavoring. The mix pairs well with tomato, beans and vegetables and makes this a nice base for meal prep. Serve the bean stew with bread, rice or roasted potatoes, or just eat it out of a bowl.

More inspiration for slow cooking? Also check out our easy slow cooker recipes for busy days.

Slow cooker bean stew in short

Serves: 4
Preparation: 15 minutes
Slow cooker: 6–7 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
Total time: about 7 hours
Difficulty: easy
Vegetarian: yes

Ingredients

• 1 can kidney beans, about 400 g
• 1 can white beans, about 400 g
• 1 can chickpeas, about 400 g
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 carrots
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 zucchini
• 400 g canned diced tomatoes
• 250 ml passata
• 150 ml vegetable broth
• 2

Creamy chicken, tender vegetables and a spicy curry sauce that can slowly develop flavor for hours: this slow cooker chicken curry is exactly the kind of recipe that makes a slow cooker so handy. Preparation takes little time and after that the slow cooker does almost all the work.

We use Hurry Curry as a flavoring. The mix gives the sauce an immediate full curry base and pairs well with chicken, coconut milk and vegetables. Feel free to make extra, because this chicken curry is also great for meal prep.

More ideas for slow cooking? Also check out our slow cooker recipes for busy days.

Slow cooker chicken curry in short

Serves: 4
Preparation: 15 minutes
Slow cooker: 5–6 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
Total time: about 6 hours
Difficulty: easy

Ingredients

• 600 g boneless chicken thigh
• 2 tbsp Hurry Curry
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 red bell pepper
• 2 carrots
• 200 g green beans
• 400 ml coconut milk
• 150 ml passata or strained tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated

A meal that quietly simmers while you do other things: that is exactly why the slow cooker is so useful. You put the ingredients in the pot, add herbs and spices and then let the slow cooker do most of the work. Ideal for busy weekdays, meal prep or days when you want a nice meal but don't feel like spending a long time in the kitchen.

From creamy curry and braised beef to pulled chicken, soup and vegetarian bean stew: you can make much more in a slow cooker than just classic stews. In addition, herbs have plenty of time to release their flavor during the slow cooking.

On this page we collect our favorite slow cooker recipes, practical tips and ideas for spice mixes that go well with slowly cooked dishes. We will continue to add new recipes to this page.

What is a slow cooker?

A slow cooker is an electric pot that allows dishes to cook for several hours at a relatively low temperature. Instead of constantly stirring and checking, you put the ingredients in the pot and let the dish cook