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14 ridiculously easy slow cooker dinner recipes that use no more than 3 ingredients

Photographer: Jennifer Causey
Credit: Photographer: Jennifer Causey

Getting supper on the table couldn't get any simpler.

Getting supper on the table couldn't get any simpler.

Slow cookers are magical appliances. These machines work wonders while we sit back and let mouthwatering aromas fill our homes. Recipes that take advantage of this easy cooking method are even simpler when you don't have to gather many pantry or grocery items. From butter beef to pulled pork to turkey breast, these recipes requiring no more than three ingredients are worth saving.

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Slow Cooker Ham

Slow cooker ham on a black and white platter.
Credit: Photographer: Hannah Hufham / Food Styling: Costen King Cortes / Prop Styling: Phoebe Hausser

"This slow cooker ham always comes out juicy and delicious! It's easy to make with this no-fuss recipe that's perfect for holiday meals," says Allrecipes community member Patricia Anderson. "The only ingredients you need are brown sugar and a bone-in picnic ham."

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Butter Beef

a top down view of a bowl of butter beef served over egg noodles.
Credit: Photographer: Jennifer Causey

This butter beef is so tender, you can cut it with a spoon. "This is an easy busy-day favorite," says recipe reviewer Laura W. "I love to come home and only have to make some potatoes or rice and a salad!"

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Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

high angle, close up on a plate of three fiesta slow cooker shredded chicken tacos
Credit: Photographer: Will Dickey / Food Styling: Tori Cox / Prop Styling: Caleb Clarke

"I have made this recipe numerous times because it is a family favorite and way too easy to be so good," says Allrecipes reviewer Liz. "I have two helpful hints. One: Use Chicken Taco Seasoning. Penney's is my favorite. Two: I use my hand mixer on low to shred the chicken in the crock pot with the juices. Perfect every time."

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Crockpot Italian Chicken

chicken in Italian sauce in crockpot
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"You only need 3 ingredients for this Crock Pot Italian chicken with Italian dressing and Parmesan cheese," says Allrecipes community member LeAnn Haas Gabriel. "Nothing could be easier than this for a weekday meal that's ready when you get home."

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Kalua Pig in a Slow Cooker

A platter of shredded Kalua pork served with buns and coleslaw on the side
Credit: Photographer: Grant Webster / Food Styling: Annie Probst / Prop Styling: Gabriel Greco

"This kalua pork recipe uses the slow cooker for a simple way of making traditional Hawaiian kalua pig without having to dig a hole in your backyard," says Allrecipes community member KIKUKAT. Our stomachs are already rumbling.

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Easy, Two-Ingredient Pulled Pork

Easy, Two-Ingredient Pulled Pork
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"Easiest and best tasting BBQ I have ever made," says recipe reviewer reeni1960. "Followed directions as written, except I cooked it a couple [of] hours longer than recommended. As long as you like the BBQ sauce you're using, you can't go wrong with this recipe."

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Awesome Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Sliced pot roast in casserole dish with carrots
Credit: fabeveryday

With over 7,000 5-star reviews, this recipe is a no-brainer. "Best pot roast ever! Can't go wrong here at all," says Allrecipes reviewer JudesM. "Added some celery and carrots as well. Will be making this again and again."

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Shredded Barbeque Chicken

Shredded Barbeque Chicken
Credit: Molly

"This recipe is an adaptation [of] Southern pulled pork sandwiches, but it's made with chicken instead. It is made with only a few ingredients in the slow cooker, so you will be surprised just how good it tastes," says recipe submitter PAMELA39. "I've been making this for years, and EVERYONE loves it. I am always asked for the recipe. You will be amazed at how good this is, so you have to try it."

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Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Beer

Slow Cooker Kielbasa and Beer
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"This was so easy and so good! I added fingerling potatoes, onion, and green pepper to the bottom of the crock pot before adding the kielbasa, sauerkraut, and beer," says recipe reviewer SteadyKiwi5105.

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Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Chops

looking down at a plate of slow cooker bbq pork chops with a side of green beans
Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy / Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

"This recipe was so very easy and was not only delicious but very tender and moist," says Allrecipes reviewer SandyJean. "It was so good, in fact, I made it two days later with cut-up chicken. And that was so tender, it pulled apart with a fork."

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Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

high angle looking at a platter of sliced turkey breast topped with gravy
Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy / Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

"This slow cooker turkey breast always comes out moist and tender, and this easy recipe uses just two ingredients—the only hard part is waiting," says Allrecipes community member ms_sally.

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Awesome Roast Beef

Awesome Roast Beef
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"My husband had only two words to describe this roast, 'oooh baby!' It's tender, moist, and so delicious," says recipe reviewer AUNTCOOKIE84. "I put a shot of brandy in the gravy at the start of cooking to enhance the gravy flavor. Enjoy this easy roast!"

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Slow Cooker Turkey Legs

Slow Cooker Turkey Legs on a platter garnished with green herbs and red berries
Credit: Photographer: Grant Webster / Food Styling: Addelyn Evans / Prop Styling: Lexi Juhl

"Wow! First time ever making turkey. I was always too afraid it being bland and tough," says Allrecipes reviewer T'Pring Agnew Banks. "But my turkey legs came out so flavorful (next time I will use a tad bit more salt). They were falling off the bone. My husband's first words were WOW! Great recipe!"

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Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple

Slow Cooker Ham with Pineapple
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"This slow cooker ham with pineapple is simple to make with just 3 ingredients, but it's delicious nonetheless," says Allrecipes community member DeeAnn. "It was a big hit at an Easter party a few years back!"

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