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,A tasty collection of 35 Fall Crockpot Recipes that are perfect for dinner time as the temperatures cool down this Fall and Winter! I’ve collected and tried all these easy soup, chicken, beef and pork recipes over the years and my family has approved all of them!

The weather is turning colder and I’m starting to crave all the Fall Crockpot Recipes! I noticed that I use my Crockpot the most during the Fall and Winter! There is something so nice about eating a warm meal right out of the crockpot on a chilly Autumn night. Just fix it and forget it!

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CROCKPOT FALL MEALS

  • Three Meat Chili – This award winning chili will leave our belly’s full and happy!
  • French Chicken – Made with only 4 ingredients and is the easiest go-to recipe.
  • Mexican Taco Soup – This soup has amazing flavors and is perfect to serve your family on a cold night.
  • Pumpkin Soup – This soup is so creamy and tasty. Even my pickiest eaters love it.
  • The Best Broccoli Cheese Soup – Creamy with chunks of vegetables.
  • Slow Cooker Pot Roast – this is a classic that my husband tends to request more during the Fall!

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SLOW COOKER SOUP RECIPES

When it comes to Fall Crockpot Recipes, soups are obviously my families favorite, considering how many links are below! Here are some of the winners we’ve tried over the years that I’d without a doubt make again!

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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup by Simply Recipes

CROCKPOT CHILI RECIPES

Chili isn’t always my favorite recipes, but I eventually get around to making a few batches! These have all been loved by my family, but my 3 Meat Chili is absolutely the favorite!

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Slow Cooker Fall Harvest Chiliby Slow Cooker Gourmet

A chili loaded with typical ingredients with a twist of butternut squash and parsnips.

SLOW COOKER BEEF RECIPES

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Slow Cooker Beef Stew by Damn Delicious

A hearty, chunky dinner with meat so tender you won’t believe it, surely leaving you beyond satisfied!

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN RECIPES

Chicken is my families go to protein and these recipes have all been hits!

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Slow Cooker Creamy Fiesta Chicken by Lil’ Luna – A tasty fiesta flavored recipe made with food you probably already have in your pantry. Always a go to Fall Crockpot Recipe!

PORK CHOP CROCKPOT RECIPES

Cooking pork chops in the crockpot has become one of my favorite methods for busy days! These 3 recipes are all worth trying if you love pork chops!

Looking for more great Fall Crockpot Recipes?Take a look through these delicious 40+ Crock Pot Soup Recipes. Crockpot recipes tend to be filling and warming on a chilly fall or winter evening!

Also, there is also a huge collection of flavorful variety Crockpot recipes with chicken, beef, pork and pasta in this 38 Tasty Crockpot Meals. These recipes are perfect for year round slow cooker recipes!

Lastly, don’t forget to pin this post for later!

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*This post was originally posted in Fall 2012 and has been updated!

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  1. Nina Newton

    Hi there! Thank you for sharing all of these recipes for autumn – I’ve featured some of your recipes in the Ruby for Women magazine in the past couple of years, and would like to ask permission again to feature these recipes in our upcoming autumn issue of the magazine. I will, of course, link back to your blog and include a banner / logo to promote your blog to our readers. Please let me know if I may include some of these recipes in our autumn issue of the Ruby for Women magazine. Thanks so much! Nina @ Ruby for Women

  2. crazy cat lady

    Blogs that have popups that cover the content don’t get return visits.

    Reply

  3. Annette Belnap- Tips from a Ty

    I’m so excited to start Autumn, these all look so yummy!

    Reply

  4. Better From Scratch

    I’m loving all of these ideas! Can’t wait for comfort food cooking!

    Reply

  5. Amber @ DessertNowDinnerLater!

    Love good old comfort food!

    Reply

  6. Becky Bevan Blad

    Mmm! I love this round-up. Fall food is so comforting!

    Reply

  7. Dawn Sandomeno

    Thanks for sharing we love that! Cheers from Dawn at The Party Bluprints Blog!

    Reply

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35+ FAVORITE FALL CROCKPOT RECIPES -- overthebigmoon.com (2024)

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What cannot be cooked in a slow cooker? ›

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What goes in first in a slow cooker? ›

Place dense vegetables in crock pot first, such as carrots and potatoes, since they take longer than meats to cook. Dry beans can be cooked in the crock pot by following these simple guidelines: Precook beans in the slow cooker overnight with just enough water to cover, then drain. Or 10 minutes and then drain.

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Most slow cooker meals take 8-12 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high, but there are also recipes for slow-cooked meat that take up to 24 hours. If you want to avoid overcooking your dish, follow the given guidelines as closely as possible.

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Just plug in your slow cooker, add your chosen recipe's ingredients, set the cooker to low or high, depending on the recipe's instructions, add the lid and let it cook. Once your dish is done cooking, you can either switch the slow cooker off to turn off the heating element, or warm if you're not ready to enjoy it yet.

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A slow cooker and a Crockpot are the same thing, essentially. A slow cooker is an appliance of which there are lots of brands. Crockpot is one brand of slow cooker. Crockpot popularized slow cookers when they launched their version in the 1970s.

Can I put raw beef straight into a slow cooker? ›

Yes, you most certainly can cook raw meat in the slow cooker! You put it in “cold”, with whatever liquid your recipe calls for, turn it on either “low” or “high” depending on your recipe (I usually start it on “high” for a couple hours, then turn it to “low”), and in 6–7–8 hours, it's now COOKED meat!

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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.

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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.

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When cooking meat or poultry, the water or liquid level should cover the ingredients to ensure effective heat transfer throughout the crock. Some manufacturers of slow cookers recommend adding liquid to fill the stoneware 1/2 to 3/4 full.

Is it safe to leave a crockpot on low overnight? ›

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. Many slow cookers do have an automatic shutoff after 24 hours.

Can I leave soup in the slow cooker overnight? ›

That being said, however, it's not a good idea to leave food in a slow cooker for days at a time. The food will not only stain the cooker's interior, but it will also be soggy and overcooked and be left open to bacteria.

Is it safe to leave a crockpot on all day? ›

But is it safe to leave a crockpot on all day? Yes! Since crockpots cook at a much lower temperature, it's often necessary to run the appliance for 4-8 hours.

Can I use a jar sauce in a slow cooker? ›

Chicken Tikka Masala

Arrange in a single layer in the slow cooker. Add a 12- to 15-ounce jar tikka masala sauce, such as Maya Kaimal. Cook on LOW 2 to 3 hours or HIGH 1 to 2 hours.

Should you stir a slow cooker? ›

Resist the urge. Every time you lift the lid, heat escapes and adds up to 30 minutes longer to your cook time. Slow cookers are made so you don't have to stir with the low cooking temperature, so relax.

How do you use a slow cooker for beginners? ›

Pick your recipe, prepare your ingredients and pop them in the pot, then switch it on and leave it to cook your food to perfection. And when you finish, the removable pot and lid make it easy to clean up. To get you started, here are a few fantastic recipes to make in your slow cooker.

Can you just throw everything into a slow cooker? ›

Make everything from stews, curries and even desserts in an easy to use slow cooker. Just simply add your ingredients and let the machine do the work- perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.

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While there are some disadvantages to using a slow cooker, such as the risk of overcooking food or forgetting to turn it off, these generally pale in comparison to the benefits. For busy families or those who enjoy coming home to a hot meal, a slow cooker can be a great addition to any kitchen.

Can you throw raw meat in a slow cooker? ›

If you're throwing raw meat straight into your slow cooker, know that there are better ways. Kornblum tells SELF that while, yes, you technically can slow-cook with raw meat, you won't get your best results this way.

Is it okay to put raw chicken in a slow cooker? ›

Yes, you can put raw chicken in a slow cooker! Slow cookers and Crock-Pots are designed to cook raw meats. The direct heat from the pot, lengthy cooking time and steam created from the tightly covered container destroys bacteria, making slow cooking safe. You can put frozen chicken in a slow cooker, too!

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