Slow cooker recipes to keep us going through Winter

If your slow cooker is gathering dust in the back of the cupboard, drag it out and wipe it off. If you haven’t got one, why not? I love my slow cooker, and I’m not ashamed to say it! I love cooking, but there are some days when you can’t be bothered – this is when the slow cooker recipes are ideal.

Slow Cooker Recipes

The best thing about a slow cooker is that you can toss all the ingredients in, forget about it for a few hours, and return with delight to find your dinner prepared. There’s nothing better coming home after work, or a day exploring, to the warming smell of whatever you have created.

Here are some of my own slow cooker recipes to keep you going through Winter – and beyond:

Sweet and Sour chicken

Sweet and sour one of the nation’s favourites when ordering from the Chinese. Making it in your slow cooker dramatically reduces the calories, but doesn’t lessen the flavour. I use chicken thighs, and ingredient I have only been using for a year or so. I always thought I didn’t like them, but the meat just falls apart. Don’t eat meat? Don’t worry, you can enjoy the vegetables only or add Quorn. This fakeaway can be served with egg fried rice or noodles.

Chicken Tikka Masala

I love tikka masala, but as I’ve been watching what I eat over the last year or so, the high-fat cream content is a put-off. This version is packed full of vegetables and again is easy to make vegetarian or vegan by replacing a few ingredients. It tastes authentic, and the smells when cooking are incredible. Ditch the takeaway and tuck into this easy to make instead. 

Bacon, Leek and Mushroom Risotto

The only way I make risotto now is in my slow cooker. As it’s done gradually, it intensifies the flavour. Plus, there’s no standing over hob continually stirring. This recipe is bacon, leek and mushroom. However, you can change the fillings to suit your tastes or what is in the fridge.

Chocolate Lava Cake

That’s right, you can make a cake your slow cooker. This chocolate lava cake is a game-changer. I’m sure you’re licking your lips right now thinking of the warm, gooey chocolate cake, nestled in a river of fudgy sauce. Top with ice-cream or squirty cream, marshmallows, chunks of fudge or chopped walnuts for an extra special treat.

French Onion Soup

He may be biased, but my boyfriend thinks I make the best French onion soup in the world. If only he knew how easy it is to make. Rich and warming, this is a dish was made for winter. Do not want to use alcohol, or need a vegetarian or vegan version – don’t worry – options are included.

Gammon with cider and a maple syrup glaze

Slow cooker gammon with cider is something you can eat all year round, not just at Christmas. This recipe is perfect for the weekly roast or a midweek meal. The leftovers are perfect for sandwiches, salads, adding to pasta dishes, and so much more.

Slow Cooker Recipes

What will you be making first in your slow cooker?

Slow cookers are cheap to buy, economical to use and they’re great for making the most of budget ingredients. They offer a healthier, low-fat method of cooking and require the minimum amount of effort. Really, what’s not to love?

These slow cooker recipes really are only the tip of the iceberg – I have so many more! If you need any help with making any of the above or would like some more inspiration or cooking tips, please feel free to DM me @RealGirlsWobble.

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