Food and Recipes Slow Cooker Recipes 12 Slow-Cooker Recipes Grandma Swears By For Fall By Krissy Tiglias Krissy Tiglias Krissy has spent her career creating content and working at brands in the publishing industry. Before Southern Living, Krissy held various editorial positions at brands including Family Circle, Quick & Simple, The Knot, Redbook, Real Simple, and Domino. At Southern Living, Krissy oversees content across all platforms always prioritizing the brand's mission and audience as we tell stories. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on September 13, 2024 Close Photo: Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Grandma's favorite fall slow-cooker recipes add a touch of nostalgia to the menu planning. Whether you're hosting a weekend tailgate or looking for a comforting weeknight supper, these are the recipes for you. Dig into these family favorites, from classic and comforting bowls of chili to tender and juicy roasts. 50 Slow-Cooker Suppers You Can Rely On All Season 01 of 12 Slow-Cooker French Onion Soup Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Torie Cox This warm and comforting soup tastes like fall. Grandma's favorite time-saving trick is to rely on the trusty the slow-cooker to make sweet, tender onions that require little to no stirring. get the recipe 02 of 12 Slow-Cooker Chicken And Dumplings Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox A bowlful of comfort is exactly what the chilly season requires – and Grandma's recipe surely delivers. Chicken and dumplings is a family-favorite that always makes its way on the table. get the recipe 03 of 12 Slow-Cooker Salisbury Steak Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Melissa Gray; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley If you're looking for something that tastes like home cooking, dig deep into Grandma's recipe box. This nostalgic, extra delicious recipe is made for Sunday suppers. get the recipe 04 of 12 Slow-Cooker Vegetable Soup Greg Dupree; Food Stylist: Ana Kelly; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely All you need is 15 minutes of hands-on time for this soup. Packed with flavorful vegetables and enhanced with bacon, this is the ultimate comfort food. get the recipe 05 of 12 Marry Me Chicken Soup Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and rich cream come together in this flavorful soup that is the perfect recipe for a cool autumn day. get the recipe 06 of 12 Easy Chili Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox Chili night is always on the fall weeknight dinner rotation. This classic recipe is versatile enough for weeknight dinners or weekend potlucks. get the recipe 07 of 12 Slow Cooker Recipes Mississippi Pot Roast Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless A quintessential Southern dish that's a lot easier to pull together than it looks. The fundamental ingredients in this recipe consist of chuck or beef roast, butter, soup or gravy flavoring mix, ranch dressing mix, and pepperoncini peppers. It's a crowdpleaser all season long. get the recipe 08 of 12 Slow-Cooker Taco Soup Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Look at what a pound of ground beef can get you. This recipe, which requires just 15 minutes of hands-on time, brings the vibrant flavors of taco soup to life in one delicious recipe. get the recipe 09 of 12 New Orleans Red Beans And Rice Greg DuPree; Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Five minutes of hands-on time is all you need to bring this New Orleans classic to the table. While traditionally this recipe was served on Mondays, break out your trusty slow-cooker and whip up this recipe any day of the week. get the recipe 10 of 12 Slow-Cooker Barbecue Chicken Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Leave it to Grandma to find an effortless way to make lemon-flavored barbecue chicken. Not only does using the slow-cooker make cleanup a breeze but cooking low and slow creates juicy, tender results that everyone will be talking about. get the recipe 11 of 12 Slow-Cooker Salsa Chicken Caitlin Bensel All eyes on this five-ingredient suppertime sensation. Grandma turns to this flavorful recipe when she wants chicken with a little bit of kick. It's great for Sunday supper or a weeknight dinner party. get the recipe 12 of 12 Slow-Cooker Venison Stew Photography: Caitlin Bensel, Prop Styling: Audrey Davis, Food Styling: Rishon Hanners Fall is a great time to enjoy venison, and this is Grandma's go-to recipe. Root vegetables, mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, and a variety of herbs come together for a recipe that is a family gathering go-to. get the recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit