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For those who have a busy life, the crockpot can be a great way to make some home-cooked meals that the entire family will enjoy. However, cooking in a slow cooker is a bit different than simply just making a meal. You cannot just take one of your regular recipes and dump it in the crockpot and expect it to turn out. There are some wonderful recipes out there that are designed specifically to be made in a slow cooker. Perhaps one of the best things about the slow cooker is that you can make just about any type of meal in it as long as you follow some simple directions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experiencing different flavors from around the world becomes quite easy with the right slow cooker recipes. Here are<\/p>\n\n\n\n

14 of the best slow cooker recipes from around the world to help get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Asparagus Barley Risotto<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Risotto can be time-consuming to make as it requires a lot of stirring and attention. Here is an easy way to make it in the slow cooker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Asparagus Barley Risotto you will need:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1 and a half cups pearled barley
Fresh thyme, 2 sprigs
3 cups vegetable broth
1 pound asparagus cut into one inch pieces
\u2154 cup parmesan
Zest of a lemon
\u00bc cup chopped parsley
\u00bc cup chopped fresh mint<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To Make:
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add in the onions, salt, and pepper. Cook until onions are slightly browned. Add in the thyme and barely. Cook until the barley is golden. Add the mixture to the slow cooker. Pour in the broth, a cup and a half of water, and a pinch of salt. Cook on high for around 3 hours. Remove the thyme and add it to the asparagus. Cook for about thirty more minutes, or until the asparagus is tender. Add in the lemon zest, parmesan, and salt and pepper to taste. Fold in the mint and parsley. Add water if necessary to thin it out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>2. Italian Pot Roast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Everyone loves a good pot roast. Here is a great recipe that combines some wonderful flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need:
3 tbsp olive oil
Half an onion chopped
2 lb chuck roast
8 oz baby Bella mushrooms
3 cloves garlic
A tablespoon each of thyme, basil, rosemary, and oregano
Pinch of black pepper
A cup of beef broth
\u00bc cup of red wine vinegar
2 tbsp cornstarch for thickening
A third of a cup of cold water<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To Make:
Pour the olive oil into the slow cooker. Next cover the bottom of the pan with onions. Place the beef on top of the onions and then the mushrooms on top of the beef. Add in all of the spices and then pour the broth and vinegar over all of it. Cook on high for four to six hours or on low for six to eight hours. Remove the beef and the mushrooms and place them on a serving dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pour the remaining liquid into a small pan. Place the pan on the stove over medium heat. In a small cup combine the water and cornstarch. Mix well. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the juices and stir until it becomes thick. Pour this gravy over the mushrooms and meat and serve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>3. Pork Carnitas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This slow cooker recipe is really simple to put together and packed with flavor. This is considered a \u201cdump\u201d recipe as you will just throw all of the ingredients into the crockpot and walk away. It really cannot get much easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need:
3 or 4-pound pork roast
Dash salt
2 teaspoons of chili powder
A teaspoon each of oregano and cumin
5 cloves of garlic pressed or minced
One onion, chopped
The juice from one lime
A half of a cup of orange juice<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To Make:
Place the roast in the slow cooker and then add in the rest of the ingredients. Cook in the slow cooker on low for eight to ten hours. Shred the pork and put into tortillas. Top the pork with sour cream and cilantro and enjoy. Another option is to make some white or brown rice and then put the pork over the rice and serve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>4. Asian Barbeque Fusion Chicken<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are looking for something a little bit different to put on your menu, you cannot go wrong with this Asian barbeque chicken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need:
6 skinless chicken thighs
\u00bc teaspoon each of onion powder, paprika, and chili powder
3 garlic cloves minced
A jalapeno finely chopped
\u00bc cup honey
\u2153 cup of soy sauce
Juice from a single lemon
A tablespoon of sesame oil
\u00bd cup each of barbecue sauce and tomato sauce
A tablespoon of cornstarch
\u00bc cup of water
Sesame seeds, toasted<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To Make:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place the chicken thighs into the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle the spices over the chicken. Add in the rest of the ingredients except for the cornstarch and water. Cook the chicken mixture on high for four to six hours or on low for eight hours. After the chicken is cooked, mix the water and the cornstarch together in a saucepan until blended. Add in about a half of a cup of the liquid from the slow cooker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heat over medium-high heat until thickened. Add this mix to the slow cooker and let it cook for around ten minutes or so. Serve the chicken over a bed of rice and top it with the sauce and some of the sesame seeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>5. Thai Peanut Chicken<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This dish offers a perfect blend of sweetness, nuttiness, and just a bit of spice. Here is what you need:
2 pounds of boneless and skinless chicken breasts
2 garlic cloves minced
2 bell peppers, sliced
\u00bc cup of soy sauce
2 tablespoons of honey
2 tablespoons of rice wine vinegar
Half of a teaspoon of red pepper flakes
\u00bc cup peanut butter
\u00bc cup chopped peanuts
2 tablespoons of cornstarch
\u00bc cup of water<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To Make:
Add each of the ingredients to the slow cooker except for the peanuts, peanut butter, cornstarch, and water. Cook on low for eight hours or high for four hours. Once cooked, add the peanut butter to the slow cooker and mix them in. In a bowl, mix the water and cornstarch together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pour into a saucepan and heat over medium heat. Stir until it becomes thick and then pour into the slow cooker. Cook for about ten more minutes. Serve the chicken dish over rice. Top it with green onions and the chopped peanuts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>6. Korean Beef Tacos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Give your next taco Tuesday a bit of an upgrade with these Korean beef tacos. Here is what you need:
2 or 3-pound chuck roast
\u2153 cup brown sugar or honey
\u00bc cup of soy sauce
\u00bd cup diced onion
5 cloves of garlic pressed or minced
A tbsp each of minced fresh ginger and rice wine vinegar
Tsp of sesame oil
Optional: minced jalapeno
To make:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place all of the ingredients in your slow cooker. Cook on low for eight to ten hours or on high for four to six hours. This recipe works best when cooked on low for a longer period of time. Once the meat is cooked, shred it and place it in tortilla shells. You can top it with some coleslaw for some added crunch. Just buy a package of premade slaw mix and add some salt, pepper, and a bit of rice wine vinegar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>7. Spaghetti and Meatballs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Spaghetti and meatballs is a fairly easy meal to make on the stovetop. However, it does take some time and if you want a meal ready to go when you arrive home, this is a great choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need:
1 pound ground beef
2 cans of crushed tomatoes (28 ounces)
Half cup parmesan
A third of a cup of breadcrumbs
5 cloves minced garlic
Two tablespoons each of dried parsley and dried basil
Tsp of salt
Half a tsp pepper
An egg<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To Make:
Mix together the crushed tomatoes, two cloves of minced garlic, a tablespoon of basil and a pinch of black pepper in the slow cooker. Mix the rest of the ingredients in a bowl. Use your hands to mix the meat in with the other ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Form the meat mixture into balls, about the size of a golf ball. Place the meatballs into the tomato sauce mixture. Make sure that the balls are completely submerged in the sauce. Cook the sauce and meatballs on high or four hours on high or eight hours on low. Serve the meatballs and sauce over your favorite pasta. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>8. Chicken Tortilla Soup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are in the mood for something Mexican, but also want something that will warm you up on a cold winter day, this is the perfect soup to make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need:
4 chicken thighs or 2 large chicken breasts
\u00bd cup of chopped onion
\u00be cup rinsed black beans
\u00bd cup Rotel
2 cloves minced garlic
Tablespoon of chili powder and a tablespoon of paprika
2 teaspoons of cumin
Teaspoon of salt
Juice from a single lime
Four cups chicken broth
\u00bc cup flour and a cup of water
3 tablespoons of cornstarch and a fourth of a cup of water
For garnish: tortilla chips, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add the beans, chicken, Rotel, onion, garlic, lime juice and other spices to the slow cooker. Whisk the flour and water together and add it to the slow cooker. Add in the four cups of chicken broth. Cook on high for four hours or on low for eight hours. Once cooked, use a fork and shred the chicken. In a saucepan mix the cornstarch with the water. Once it is fully mixed add it to the soup and mix it in well. Serve the soup with tortilla chips, sour cream, and cilantro. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>9. Sausage with Kale Soup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During the winter months when you are looking for something to warm you up, this soup with sausage and kale is a perfect choice. It is simple to make and quite delicious. Here is what you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One pound ground sausage
Two or three large potatoes sliced thin
A bunch of kale
One onion chopped
2 cups of chicken broth
4 cups whole milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Tablespoon of oregano
Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make:
Perhaps the greatest thing about this soup is how easy it is to make. Simply put all of the ingredients together in the slow cooker and then cook on high for four to six hours. You can cook on low for eight hours. Mix the soup well and then serve. This soup is very filling and the perfect choice for a cold fall or winter night. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>10. Chili<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chances are that you have searched for the perfect chili recipe forever. This great recipe can be made in the crockpot. It is super simple to make and tastes great. Here is what you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A pound of ground turkey or beef
15 ounce can red kidney beans
28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
28 ounces of water
One large onion chopped
\u00bd teaspoon each of salt, pepper, cinnamon, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
One clove of minced garlic
Tablespoon of chili powder
Two tsp of red wine vinegar
A teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce
A teaspoon of cocoa powder<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make:
Put the ground beef in the bottom of the slow cooker. You will want to use a high-quality ground beef with little fat. If using high-fat ground beef you will want to brown it in a skillet first. Top the meat with all of the spices. Add in the liquid ingredients. Cook the chili on low for eight hours, medium for six hours, or high for four hours. Add in the beans and cook for an additional twenty minutes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>11. Chicken Tacos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A super simple spin on taco night. If you are tired of ground beef, these chicken tacos are going to hit the spot. You do not need a seasoning pack as this recipe uses just a few spices that provide a ton of flavor. Here is what you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 or 3 chicken breasts
A tbsp of chili powder
2 tsp each of cumin, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder
\u00bd cup chicken broth<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make:
Place the chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker. Season the chicken breasts with the rest of the ingredients and then pour the chicken broth over it all. Cook on low heat for eight hours, medium heat for six hours, or high heat for four hours. When the chicken is done, use a hand mixer or two forks to shred the chicken. It should shred quite easily. Serve the meat on taco shells with the toppings of your choice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>12. Mongolian Beef<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are a fan of the Mongolian Beef from PF Changs, you are going to put this recipe on your menu plan. This slow-cooker version is so easy to make and tastes great. Here is what you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 pound chuck roast or pot roast with fat trimmed
\u00bd cup of soy sauce
\u00bc cup of water
\u00bd cup of brown sugar
3 cloves of minced garlic
2 teaspoons of ground ginger
4 green onions chopped
A tbsp each of olive oil, soy sauce, and cornstarch<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place the beef in the slow cooker and cover with the garlic, ginger, brown sugar, water, and soy sauce. Cook the beef on low for eight to ten hours. Take the meat out of the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board or in a bowl. Shred the meat and remove any remaining fat. Cover it up to keep warm. In a saucepan whisk together four tbsp of water and two tbsp of cornstarch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add in the olive oil and soy sauce. Once it thickens pour it into the slow cooker. Place the shredded meat back into the slow cooker and cook for a few minutes. Serve the beef over some rice and top it with the green onions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>13. Chicken Noodle Soup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There is nothing quite as comforting as a good bowl of chicken noodle soup. Here is a simple way to make some comforting chicken noodle soup for those times when you are wanting to be warmed up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What you need:
4 bone-in chicken thighs or 2 large chicken breasts
\u00bd large onion, chopped
\u00bd cup chopped carrots
\u00bd cup chopped celery
One clove of minced garlic
One and a half tsp of salt
Half a tsp of pepper
4 tsp thyme
5 cups of water
2 bouillon cubes
One package of egg noodles<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Place the chopped celery, carrots, onions, and garlic in the bottom of your slow cooker. Top the vegetables with the spices and the bouillon cubes. Place the chicken on top of the vegetables and then add in the water. Cook on low for four hours or on low for six to eight hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remove the chicken from the crockpot and remove the bones from the meat. Shred the chicken and return to the slow cooker. Cook the noodles according to the package and then add to the slow cooker and serve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"\"<\/figure>14. Paprika Chicken<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Paprika chicken is a wonderful Hungarian dish that is sure to be enjoyed. This slow cooker recipe is super easy to make and sure to please. Here is what you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 or 3 pounds of chicken thighs or drumsticks
3 or 4 potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
2 or 3 carrots cut
1 onion thinly sliced
A tsp of salt and pepper
2 tablespoons of butter
2 tablespoons of paprika
A tsp of Worcestershire
A tablespoon each of lemon juice and honey
A chicken-flavored bouillon cube
Half of a cup of water
\u00bc cup of sour cream<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make:
Add each of the ingredients with the exception of the sour cream into your slow cooker. Mix the ingredients together in order to distribute the spices evenly. Cook on low for eight hours or on high for four hours. Take the chicken and the vegetables out of the slow cooker and place it into a bowl. Add the sour cream to the liquid in the crockpot and mix. Pour this liquid over the chicken and the vegetables to serve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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