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29 Thanksgiving Slow Cooker Recipes That Make Cooking So Easy

You can make so much in the slow cooker—yes, even the turkey!

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Ryan Liebe

When cooking a huge, multi-course meal like the Thanksgiving feast, it pays to break out as many of your cooking appliances as possible. While the oven is handling the turkey (or some Thanksgiving casseroles), and the stovetop is tied up with a few other items, your slow cooker can pitch in with a largely hands-off dish or two. It's just smart!

Below, find nearly thirty of our favorite Thanksgiving Crockpot recipes. Any one of these is guaranteed delicious and easy to make. Or borrow a neighbor's slow cooker and make two!

1

Herbed Turkey with Beets and Brussels Sprouts

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Ryan Liebe

Technically a chicken recipe, this will also work with a smaller, 8-9 pound turkey. If you like crispy skin, you can just broil it for 10-15 minutes in the oven right at the end.

Get the recipe for Herbed Turkey with Beets and Brussels Sprouts.

2

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

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Brian Woodcock

These creamy spuds come together while you prepare the rest of your meal.

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes.

3

Slow Cooker Applesauce Spice Cake

slow cooker applesauce spice cake
Johnny Valiant

This easy cake can cook while you're finishing up Thanksgiving dinner, and will be ready when you're done eating! If you want to go the extra mile, you can even use homemade applesauce from your Crock Pot.

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Applesauce Spice Cake.

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4

Apple Cider Fondue

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Serve an appetizer that guests won't be able to stop eating! Once made, this cheesy fondue is easy to transfer to a slow cooker, where it'll keep well for hours.

Get the recipe for Apple Cider Fondue.

5

Butternut Squash Soup

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Ericka McConnell

This sweet fall soup makes an excellent appetizer! You can start it in a pot, then transfer the contents to a slow cooker after step one, where it will keep most of the day, while you get the rest of the meal ready.

Get the recipe for Butternut Squash Soup.

6

Slow Cooker Pear Cider

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Fill your cup with a steaming ladleful of hot cider!

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Pear Cider.

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7

Slow Cooker Peppermint Bark Hot Chocolate

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Erin Phraner

Is it dessert, or a cocktail? This yummy sweet treat is tasty enough to call it both. Just make sure you use some homemade whipped cream on top!

Get the recipe for Peppermint Bark Hot Chocolate.

8

Pecan-Stuffed "Baked" Apples

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Con Poulos

Sweet, delicious, and packed with fall flavor, this easy-making recipe solves your dessert situation with a minimum of fuss.

Get the recipe for Pecan-Stuffed "Baked" Apples.

9

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Soup

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Soup for Thanksgiving?!? When it's a cinnamon-y, gingery sweet potato purée, yes please! This surprising addition makes an excellent appetizer for a traditional or vegetarian Thanksgiving.

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Soup.

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10

"Ale"ments Punch

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Frances Janisch

A warm mug of holiday punch full of apples and spice makes a great welcome cocktail.

Get the recipe for "Ale"ments Punch.

11

Slow Cooker Sausage Herb Stuffing

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Courtesy Alyssa Rivers

Stuffing, dressing, whatever you call it: It just became much easier to make, and will taste just as good—maybe even better.

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Sausage Herb Stuffing at The Recipe Critic.

12

Crock-Pot Pecan Pie

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Courtesy Spicy Southern Kitchen

Why limit your Crock Pot to sides and main courses? Save oven space by making pie in your slow cooker this year.

Get the recipe for Crock-Pot Pecan Pie at Spicy Southern Kitchen.

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13

Southern Slow Cooker Green Beans

southern slow cooker green beans
Courtesy Southern Bite

This recipe couldn't be any easier to make. Simply toss all ingredients in and let the slow cooker work its magic.

Get the recipe for Southern Slow Cooker Green Beans at Southern Bite.

14

Crock-Pot Mac and Cheese

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Courtesy Brown Eyed Baker

This rich, creamy macaroni and cheese dish is perfect for feeding a crowd.

Get the recipe for Crock-Pot Mac and Cheese at Brown Eyed Baker.

15

Slow Cooker Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

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Courtesy Damn Delicious

Getting a serving of vegetables in this holiday season has never been more simple, or more tasty.

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Balsamic Brussels Sprouts at Damn Delicious.

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16

Slow Cooker Whole Turkey

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The Little Kitchen

Move over, oven! This slow cooker turkey recipe might change the way you cook your bird forever.

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Whole Turkey at The Little Kitchen.

17

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole

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The Baking Beauty

We're pretty sure your family will devour this sweet potato casserole before you can even set the turkey down!

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Casserole at The Baking Beauty.

18

Slow Cooker Roasted Carrots

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The Chunky Chef

We think these roasted carrots might just make your kids eat their vegetables. Their sweet and savory glaze will be hard to resist!

Get the recipe for Roasted Carrots at The Chunky Chef.

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19

Crock-Pot Pumpkin Pie

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Spicy Southern Kitchen

Make everyone's favorite Thanksgiving dessert with ease by baking it in a slow cooker. The results are just as delicious as the traditional version.

Get the recipe for Crock-Pot Pumpkin Pie at Spicy Southern Kitchen.

20

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

roasted garlic mashed potatoes
Courtesy of Little Spice Jar

Pour some gravy over these roasted mashed potatoes and you've got the perfect accompaniment for your turkey.

Get the recipe for Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes at Little Spice Jar.

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