• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Butter & Baggage logo
  • Recipe Search
    • Recipe Index
    • Appetizers
    • Breads & Biscuits
    • Breakfast
      • Muffins
    • Casseroles
    • Desserts
      • Bars
      • Brownies
      • Cakes & Cupcakes
      • Cookies
      • Fruit Desserts
      • Pies, Cobblers & Crisps
    • Main Dishes
      • Beef
      • Chicken
      • Pork
      • Seafood
    • Pasta
      • Mac and Cheese
    • Salads
    • Sauces & Dips
    • Side Dishes
    • Snacks
    • Soups & Chilis
  • Shop
  • My Favorites
  • Kitchen Hacks
  • About
    • Editorial Policies
    • Contact
  • Subscribe
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipe Search
  • Recipe Index
  • Kitchen Hacks
  • Portfolio
  • About
  • Editorial Policies
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » MSN Slideshows

    15 Slow Cooker Thanksgiving Sides That Save Time and Space

    Published: Nov 20, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Slow cooker Thanksgiving sides are the perfect way to save time and free up oven space while still delivering great dishes for the big meal. Let’s be real—Thanksgiving can get hectic, and finding ways to simplify things without cutting corners is a game-changer. With these recipes, you can keep your sides cooking low and slow while focusing on what really matters: enjoying the holiday with family and friends.

    Slow Cooker Bacon And Bourbon Baked Beans Recipe

    A cast iron skillet filled with baked beans and bacon is placed on a table with a red and white striped cloth. A bottle of Maker's Mark Kentucky Bourbon is positioned nearby.
    Slow Cooker Bacon And Bourbon Baked Beans Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality


     

    Easy slow cooker bourbon baked beans with a sweet barbecue sauce, bacon, brown sugar, molasses, and a touch of your favorite bourbon.
    Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Bacon And Bourbon Baked Beans 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

    Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone Cheese

    Butter on top of a bowl of mashed potatoes.
    Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    One bite and you’ll agree these are the BEST make ahead mashed potatoes. This creamy side dish can be reheated in the slow cooker.
    Get the Recipe: Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone Cheese

    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

    How To Cook Crockpot Asparagus

    How To Cook Crockpot Asparagus. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    No more soggy asparagus when you make this easy Crockpot Asparagus recipe. Five minute prep, set it and forget it.
    Get the Recipe: How To Cook Crockpot Asparagus

    Crockpot Butternut Squash Alfredo

    Crockpot Butternut Squash Alfredo. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    Butternut Squash Alfredo is a delicious and simple dinner, with the flavors of the season and the slow-cooked convenience of your crockpot.
    Get the Recipe: Crockpot Butternut Squash Alfredo

    Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole

    Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    This Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole with Smoked Sausage is creamy, cheesy and perfect for an easy weeknight comfort meal!
    Get the Recipe: Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole

    Crockpot Creamed Corn Requiring Minutes Of Prep

    Crockpot Creamed Corn Requiring Minutes Of Prep. Photo credit: Pip and Ebby.

    Four ingredients, five minutes of time and your slow cooker will make this delicious, flavorful crockpot creamed corn side dish for you!
    Get the Recipe: Crockpot Creamed Corn Requiring Minutes Of Prep

    Crockpot Green Bean Casserole Recipe

    Crockpot Green Bean Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Pip and Ebby.

    Throw just a few ingredients in your slow cooker to create Crockpot Green Bean Casserole recipe. Great Thanksgiving or any-time side dish!
    Get the Recipe: Crockpot Green Bean Casserole Recipe

    Easy Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole (Slow Cooker)

    Easy Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole (Slow Cooker). Photo credit: Savor the Best.

    Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole is a budget-friendly, one-pot dinner filled with a variety of veggies and the savory flavor of smoked sausage.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Crock Pot Cowboy Casserole (Slow Cooker)

    Crockpot Baked Beans

    Crockpot Baked Beans. Photo credit: Savor the Best.

    These crockpot baked beans combine smoky bacon, BBQ sauce, and a touch of coffee for a rich, savory dish. Perfect for potlucks or an easy side everyone will enjoy.
    Get the Recipe: Crockpot Baked Beans

    Slow Cooker Eggs, Chorizo, And Hash Browns Casserole

    Slow Cooker Eggs, Chorizo, And Hash Browns Casserole. Photo credit: Talking Meals.

    Slow Cooker Eggs, Chorizo, and Hash Browns Cheesy Casserole is perfect for the holidays – IT COOKS WHILE YOU SLEEP!
    Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Eggs, Chorizo, And Hash Browns Casserole

    Brazilian Beans And Rice In The Slow Cooker

    Brazilian Beans And Rice In The Slow Cooker. Photo credit: Talking Meals.

    This Slow Cooker Brazilian Beans and Rice recipe is delicious, thick, & hearty with tons of flavor from the meat, onion, cilantro, & garlic.
    Get the Recipe: Brazilian Beans And Rice In The Slow Cooker

    Thanksgiving Crockpot Stuffing Recipe

    Thanksgiving Crockpot Stuffing Recipe. Photo credit: Smells Like Home.

    Thanksgiving Crock Pot Stuffing is a brilliant way to free up some of that precious oven space on hectic holidays! Instant Pot instructions included!
    Get the Recipe: Thanksgiving Crockpot Stuffing Recipe

    Cheesy Hash Brown Potatoes Crock Pot

    Cheesy Hash Brown Potatoes Crock Pot. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Delicious and easy copycat Cracker Barrel Cheesy Hash Brown Recipe is a great crock pot recipe that is perfect for breakfast or a side dish.
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Hash Brown Potatoes Crock Pot

    These 15 slow cooker Thanksgiving sides are the perfect solution for saving time and space during your holiday preparations! With these delicious dishes, you can enjoy all the flavors of Thanksgiving without the hassle, leaving you more time to spend with family and friends! Looking for more Thanksgiving Side Dishes Here are 45 more Side Dishes you’ll love to make.

    Explore Recipes

    MSN Slideshows
    « 27 Nostalgic Thanksgiving Desserts Just Like Grandma Made
    16 Festive White Christmas Recipes for a Winter Wonderland Feast »

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Barbara holds a tote bag filled with flowers, baguettes, and fresh produce at an indoor market.

    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

    More about me →

    Subscribe

    Spring Sides

    • A wooden spoon with a serving of macaroni salad.
      Creamy Southern Macaroni Salad with Cheese
    • A plate of green bean salad with potatoes next to salmon.
      Green Beans and New Potato Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
    • A basket of yeast dinner rolls.
      Old-Fashioned Yeast Rolls with a Modern, Foolproof Method
    • Cornbread corn pudding with a serving spoon in a casserole dish.
      Custardy Cornbread Pudding Casserole

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    Our All-Star Recipes

    • A round baking dish of mac and cheese with a serving spoon.
      Southern Old Fashioned Macaroni and Cheese
    • A skillet of charred corn with a wooden spoon.
      Skillet Charred Corn with Bacon and Cream
    • A serving spoon of ground beef potato casserole.
      Hamburger Potato Casserole Without Canned Soup
    • A serving spoon of baked beans with hamburger.
      Southern Baked Beans with Ground Beef
    • A baked chicken tamale pie.
      Baked Chicken Tamale Pie Casserole with A Cornbread Crust
    • Square biscuits in a bowl with coffee cups.
      Square Buttermilk Biscuits (Tall & Flaky)

    COPYRIGHT © 2026 BUTTER & BAGGAGE | PRIVACY POLICY | WEB STORIES
    BRANDING & CUSTOMIZATION BY GRACE + VINE STUDIOS

    14 shares

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required