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20 Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes for Kids

Weeknight dinners just got so much easier.

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Prepare these slow cooker meals in the morning and come home to a steaming, ready-to-serve meal. With everything from stuffed shells to chicken chowder to pulled-pork sandwiches, these simple and tasty recipes are guaranteed to be a hit with the kids.

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Chipotle Beef Tacos with Pico de Gallo

Taco Tuesday just got an upgrade! Let the beef absorb all of the flavors while it simmers in the slow cooker.

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Tex Mex Chile

Whole and hearty, this warm chili is sure to satisfy the little ones after a long day of school and basketball practice.

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What you'll need: Hamilton Beach 6-Quart Portable Slow Cooker ($63, amazon.com)

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Slow Cooker Mini Meat Loaves and Polenta

Yes, you can make meatloaf in a slow cooker! And your kids will love this miniature version of the family favorite.

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Slow Cooker Balsamic-Ginger Chicken Lettuce Cups

Sneak in some extra greens with these delicious chicken lettuce cups.

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Hearty Beef Soup

The perfect dinner for a cold winter's night? Stew, of course!

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Slow Cooker Pork Ragu

Though this recipe features thick pappardelle, you can sub in any of your favorite pastas for an Italian-style weeknight dinner.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Marbella

Add capers, olives, and prunes to really impress the family.

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Chicken Pot Pie Chowder

This lightened up version of chicken pot pie is best served with adorable star biscuits.

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Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Shells

Shells loaded with veggies and cheese cook perfectly in a crockpot for an easy, fuss-free dinner.

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Slow Cooker Pulled-Pork Sandwiches

Sweet pork soaked in ketchup, brown sugar, and chili powder for several hours tastes oh-so-good.

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Slow Cooker Lasagna

Use a jar of your favorite store-bought marinara sauce and pour it over dry lasagna noodles and three cheeses. In just four hours, this family favorite will be ready to go!

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Slow Cooker Meatballs

Use these rich meatballs to make bite-size sliders, and then freeze leftovers to serve with pasta next week.

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Philly-Style Pulled Beef Sandwiches

Using a slow cooker makes the beef in these sandwiches even more tender.

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Ham And Cheese Pasta Bake

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Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

This deconstructed pot pie still features the best part of the original: the creamy chicken filling.

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Creamy Crockpot Mac and Cheese

The only thing that could make mac and cheese even better? A super simple and quick recipe like this one.

Get the recipe at Family Fresh Meals.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Throw all the ingredients in, and then let the crock pot work its magic.

Get the recipe at Damn Delicious.

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Crock Pot Sloppy Joes

Dinner doesn't get much easier than throwing a little ground beef, some spices, and ketchup into a slow cooker. In just four hours, you'll have savory sloppy sandwiches.

Get the recipe at Yummy Healthy Easy.

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Homemade Spaghettios and Meatballs

When temperatures begin to drop, make a big batch of this comfort food to share with your family.

Get the recipe at ShugarySweets.com.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Lo Mein

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