31 Party Perfect Crock Pot Recipes - Recipes That Crock! (2024)

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Can you believe the 4th of July is almost here?! That means cookouts and get-togethers around these parts. So I have to figure out what I am going to take, and baby, it’s HOT outside! So that makesit a reallygood time to pull out my crock pots and not heat up my kitchen!

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Aunt Lou to the rescue! I’ve pulled together 31Party Perfect Recipes to help you find a great recipe to take to your next party/cookout/get-together (whatever kind of shindig you have going on!).

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Dips

What party would be complete without some dips?!

1. First up is this crowd-pleasin’ Bacon Cheeseburger Crock Pot Dip. A winner every single time!

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2. If you want to pair something up with corn chips, then you want thisCheesy Sausage Spinach Dip.

3. Or maybe you want to mix up the dip scene a little bit. Try out this Cheesy Bean Dip. Be sure and memorize the recipe…everyone will be asking for it!

4. You can get your Chinese food fix with the awesome Crab Rangoon Dip.

5. And of course, you can’t forget Cris’famous (at least to my family and friends!)Cris’ Queso Dip.

Meatballs

6. These BBQ Sticks and Stonesare a great twist on your traditional meatballs!

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7. Or you could give these Sweet and Tangy Meatballs a try. A suggestion to Cris from a reader on switching out just one ingredient gave her yetanother great meatball recipe!

8. There are only two ingredients in these yummy French Onion Meatballs…and they are quite the crowd pleasers!

9. These Tangy Pineapple Meatballsmost definitely willNOT disappoint!

10. Cris’ wedding was the first time I made these super yummyEasy Party Meatballs, and they have become a party staple around here.

11. Tina from Mommy’s Kitchen has yet another amazing meatball recipe with Grammam Phyillis’ Italian Meatballs.

Sandwiches

12. Cris just threw together this Crock Pot Shredded Chicken. It is so simple to make and perfect for sandwiches!

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13. This Slow Cooker Pork Roast French Dip has a secret ingredient and is ah-mazing!

14. There are just four ingredients in this Sweet and Savory Beefrecipe, and it is oh so yummy!

15. Add a bit of a luau feel to your get together with these Crock Pot Hawaiian Sandwiches.

16. The Country Cook, Brandie, has a simpleCrock Pot Beef Dipsrecipe that looks absolutely delicious.

17. Or how about an old time favorite? Check out these Crock Pot Coney Dogs!

18. Christy of Southern Plate’s Southern Style Pulled Pork BBQ – Slow Cooker Recipe is sure to become a favorite!

Sides

19. You can’t have a cookout without baked beans…right? Let your crock pot do all the work for you with these Crock Pot Pineapple Baked Beans!

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20. This Creamy Crock Pot Cornis another hit that is super easy to make!

21. Double up this Crock Pot Parsley Potatoesto take to a large gathering, and I would bet money you will receive multiple compliments!

22. What cookout would be complete without a potato salad? Krista from Everyday Mom Meals has you covered with this Slow Cooker Deviled Egg Potato Salad.

23.Crock Pot Corn Casseroleis one of Cris’ all-time favorite recipes and present at every single holiday.

24. This Beefy Mac and Cheeseis another recipe you will want to make a double batch of for larger parties…and your family may just ask for it for supper the next day!

Desserts

25. Everyone always raves when I bring this Slow Cooker Bunch of Crunch Candy. In fact, it has been requested that I make it for a snack for our VBS this year!

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26. This Perfect Crock Pot Caramel Dipgoes great with some sliced apples.

27. These Holiday Slow Cooker Rice Krispy Treatscan be made festive for any occasion just bychanging out the candy on top! Red Hots or Red M&Ms for the 4th of July, Reese’s Pieces for Halloween, Red and Green M&Ms for Christmas…the list can go on and on!

28. This Crock Pot White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecakefrom Tina of Mommy’s Kitchen looks divine!

29. Need a quick and easy recipe? Check out thisPeanut Cluster Crock Pot Candy.

30. I love cherry desserts and this one isappropriately named…Cherry Delight! Yum!

31. This Crock Pot Hot Fudge Sunday Cakeshared by Brandie (aka The Country Cook) is definitely worth doubling the recipe and throwing it in a 4-5 quart crock pot! Everyone will want a bite of this one.

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FAQs

What cooks better in a Crock-Pot? ›

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.

What is the coolest setting on a Crock-Pot? ›

Most slow cookers have two slow cooker temperature settings. The 'Low' cook setting reaches temperatures between 164-182°F (reaching a peak of around 205°F after 4 hours). Wondering what temperature is 'High' on a Crockpot slow cooker? The 'High' cook setting tops off at around 205°F after cooking for 4 hours.

What size Crock-Pot is best for 2 people? ›

What a Crock Portion-Based Recommendations
Number of PortionsRecommended Slow Cooker Size
Two PortionsUse a 3-4.5 quart slow cooker. 4 quarts is the optimal size.
Three PortionsUse a 4-6 quart slow cooker. 5 quarts is the optimal size.
Four PortionsUse a 5-7 quart slow cooker. 6 quarts is the optimal size.
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Can I put everything in Crock-Pot night before? ›

Make-ahead when possible: If your slow cooker has a removable insert, assemble the ingredients the night before and refrigerate the entire insert overnight. It's important to note that starting with cool ingredients may lengthen cooking time (but be sure to keep them out of the temperature danger zone).

What is the difference between a slow cooker and a crockpot? ›

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.

Is 4 hours on high the same as 8 hours on low in a slow cooker? ›

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.

What size slow cooker do you need for a family of 4? ›

A 3.5-litre slow cooker will usually feed a family of 4, depending on your portion sizes. You can learn more about slow cookers, their sizes, and their benefits, using this simple slow cooker guide.

Do small crock pots cook faster? ›

Size of your Slow Cooker

The size of your crockpot can affect the outcome of your meal. If your crockpot is smaller than what we recommend, you may need to cook your meal a little longer. If it's larger than what we recommend you may need to shorten the cooking time.

How many servings in a 2 quart crockpot? ›

The small slow cooker has a 2-quart capacity that feeds 2+ people and is perfect for making small meals or dips. Use the manual warm setting to keep food warm while you are serving, or for heating up leftovers.

Can you eat food left in crockpot overnight? ›

The general rule of thumb is that 2-4 hours is the maximum length of time you can leave food in a slow cooker on warm. After this, it needs to be cooled and transferred into the refrigerator. Why?

Can I leave my crockpot on low during the 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 you put raw meat in a slow cooker? ›

Can you put meat straight into a slow cooker? Meat can be added directly unseared and not browned. However, browning meat and caramelising the beef is a great way to add depth of flavour and improve the visual appearance of the final dish.

What tastes better in a slow cooker? ›

Here are some great long-cooking cuts to try in your slow cooker: Beef: chuck roast, brisket, stew meat and short ribs. Pork: pork shoulder, pork butt, pork ribs, country-style ribs, ham.

Do potatoes go on top or bottom of meat in a crockpot? ›

Slow cooker recipes have (obviously) long cook times, and it's the meat—not the carrots—that benefit from it. By placing the protein at the bottom (closest to the heating element), and vegetables at the top, you can keep your plant parts a little more toothsome, while ensuring your meat is fall-apart tender.

What can you not cook in a slow cooker? ›

10 Foods You Should Never Make in a Slow Cooker
  • Raw Meat.
  • Seafood.
  • Pasta.
  • Rice.
  • Delicate Vegetables.
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts.
  • Dairy.
  • Wine and Other Liquor.
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Is food better in a slow cooker? ›

The low heat helps less expensive, leaner cuts of meat become tender and shrinks less. The direct heat from the cooker, lengthy cooking and steam created within the tightly-covered container combine to destroy bacteria and make the slow cooker a safe process for cooking foods.

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