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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    11 Easy Game Day Foods You Didn’t Know You Could Make in a Slow Cooker

    Published: Oct 22, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    You won’t believe how many game day foods you can whip up in a slow cooker! These recipes are perfect for keeping things easy while still serving up some serious flavor. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just snacking with a few friends, these slow cooker dishes will keep everyone happy and satisfied. Get ready to make game day even better with these simple and tasty ideas.

    Tender And Juicy Beef Carnitas In A Slow Cooker

    Two beef tacos on a platter.
    Tender And Juicy Beef Carnitas In A Slow Cooker. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    With only 15 minutes of prep time, beef carnitas are full of flavor all by themselves but even better with pineapple mango salsa.
    Get the Recipe: Tender And Juicy Beef Carnitas In A Slow Cooker

    Slow Cooker Bourbon Pulled Chicken

    Slow cooked chicken on a platter next to two sliders.
    Slow Cooker Bourbon Pulled Chicken. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Slow Cooker Bourbon Pulled Chicken isn’t just for Game Night, it’s great for any time you’re feeding a crowd. Bourbon and a molasses barbecue sauce are perfect with chicken. An EASY and healthy dish that everyone will love.
    Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Bourbon Pulled Chicken

    Fall-Off-The Bone Slow Cooker Baby Back Pork Ribs

    Barbecue ribs with a bowl of sacue.
    Fall-Off-The Bone Slow Cooker Baby Back Pork Ribs. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Baby back pork ribs cooked in the crock pot are fall-off-the-bone delicious. The dry rub, slow cooker and homemade sauce make this a keeper.
    Get the Recipe: Fall-Off-The Bone Slow Cooker Baby Back Pork Ribs

    Crispy Slow Cooker Carnitas Recipe

    Crispy pork carnitas in a skillet with a spatula.
    Crispy Slow Cooker Carnitas Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Slow Cooker Carnitas start in the slow cooker and finish in a skillet. Learn the secret to juicy carnitas that finish crispy.
    Get the Recipe: Crispy Slow Cooker Carnitas Recipe

    Hot Pimento Cheese Dip In A Crock Pot

    A skillet of pimento cheese dip next to a bowl of corn chips.
    Hot Pimento Cheese Dip In A Crock Pot. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Hot Pimento Cheese Dip is a quick and easy game day dip that can be kept warm in a crock pot.
    Get the Recipe: Hot Pimento Cheese Dip In A Crock Pot

    Baked Mac & Cheese Casserole With Beef Brisket

    A spoon full of brisket with macaroni and cheese.
    Baked Mac & Cheese Casserole With Beef Brisket. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Oven-baked until brown-edged and bubbling, this creamy macaroni and cheese casserole has a bottom layer of tender, slow-cooked beef brisket!
    Get the Recipe: Baked Mac & Cheese Casserole With Beef Brisket

    Easy Crock Pot Taco Soup With Ranch Dressing

    Three bowls of crockpot taco soup.
    Easy Crock Pot Taco Soup With Ranch Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    The EASIEST EVER Crock Pot Taco Soup! Ground beef, beans, tomatoes, spices and Ranch dressing for a soup bursting with flavor.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Crock Pot Taco Soup With Ranch Dressing

    Tender And Juicy Coca-Cola Marinated Ribs

    A plate of grilled barbecue ribs with a tantalizing glaze is displayed on a white dish. A black fork is positioned near the ribs, and a partial view of a bowl containing watermelon slices is visible in the background. The surface is light-colored.
    Tender And Juicy Coca-Cola Marinated Ribs. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    These Coca-Cola Ribs are marinated overnight in your favorite soda for a super tender and juicy crockpot recipe.
    Get the Recipe: Tender And Juicy Coca-Cola Marinated Ribs

    Easy Crock Pot Mac And Cheese Recipe

    A bowl of crock pot mac n cheese in a bowl next to a spoon.
    Easy Crock Pot Mac And Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    With just 6 ingredients, this Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe will be your new favorite side. You don’t even have to cook the pasta, just dump and go!
    Get the Recipe: Easy Crock Pot Mac And Cheese Recipe

    Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

    A bowl of chili made in a slow cooker topped with cheese and sour cream
    Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Slow cooker chicken chili with pablano peppers comes together in no time. Just dump in the ingredients and let the slow cooker do all the work. A healthy dinner the whole family will love.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

    Saucy Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipe; Easy Slow Cooker

    Saucy Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipe; Easy Slow Cooker. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Saucy Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe: Slow cooker meatballs, juicy pineapple, & colorful bell peppers simmered in sweet BBQ & teriyaki sauce
    Get the Recipe: Saucy Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipe; Easy Slow Cooker

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