46 Casseroles to Make in the Slow Cooker

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46 Casseroles to Make in the Slow Cooker2/46 Sloppy Joe Tater Tot Casserole 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 4 hours 20 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This sloppy joe Tater Tot casserole is an easy dinner for both you and the kids. Serve with carrot and celery sticks for a fuss-free feast. You can also stir in some spicy brown mustard if the adults want more zing. —Laura Wilhelm, West Hollywood, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 466 calories, 24g fat (9g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 1332mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 4g

fiber), 22g protein

fiber), 22g protein. 3/46 Slow-Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 25 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We tweaked this family-friendly classic to work for the slow cooker. It’s easy, wholesome and totally homemade!—Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 393 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 752mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein. 4/46 Slow-Cooked Stuffed Peppers 53 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 3 hours 15 min Servings 4

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My favorite kitchen appliance is the slow cooker, and I use mine more than anyone else I know. It does a great job with this good-for-you dish. —Michelle Gurnsey, Lincoln, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed pepper: 317 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 565mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 8g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 vegetable, 2 lean meat, 1 fat. 5/46 Slow-Cooker Pizza Casserole 63 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Pizza Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 20 min Servings 14

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A comforting casserole with mass appeal is just what you need when cooking for a crowd. For added convenience, it stays warm in a slow cooker. —Virginia Krites, Cridersville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 329 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 885mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein. 6/46 All-in-One Slow-Cooker Breakfast 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved All-in-One Slow-Cooker Breakfast Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Let your slow cooker do

Just sip your coffee and cut up some fruit, and breakfast or brunch is served

the work and don’t worry about adding any sides because this dish already has everything—hash browns, sausage, cheese and eggs. Just sip your coffee and cut up some fruit, and breakfast or brunch is served. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 654 calories, 44g fat (19g saturated fat), 276mg cholesterol, 1194mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. 7/46 Easy Slow-Cooker Tamale Dinner 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Easy Slow-Cooker Tamale Dinner Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here is

a quick and easy dinner, which is very satisfying

a quick and easy dinner, which is very satisfying. No need to fool with corn husks here! My parents and friends often request this for dinner. —Laurel Lawshae, Round Rock, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 402 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 129mg cholesterol, 960mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 31g protein. 8/46 Slow-Cooked Broccoli 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 50 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This family-favorite side dish is quick to fix and full of flavor. Because it simmers in a slow cooker,

it frees up my oven for other things

it frees up my oven for other things. That’s a tremendous help when I’m prepping a big meal at home. —Connie Slocum, Antioch, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 159 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 431mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 9/46 Pizza Casserole 69 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pepperoni Pizza Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 2 casseroles (10 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Kids will line up for this zippy pizza-flavored dish. The recipe makes two casseroles, so you can serve one

to your family right away and keep the other in the freezer for another night

to your family right away and keep the other in the freezer for another night. —Nancy Scarlett, Graham, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 301 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 545mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 19g protein. 10/46 Slow-Cooker Breakfast Casserole 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Breakfast Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a breakfast casserole that is very easy on the cook. I can make it the night before and it’s ready in the

It’s the perfect recipe when I have weekend guests

morning. It’s the perfect recipe when I have weekend guests. —Ella Stutheit, Las Vegas, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 272 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 242mg cholesterol, 466mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein. 11/46 Tuna Noodle Casserole 99 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When you need supper fast, this tuna casserole with peas, peppers and onions makes a super one-dish meal. Cooked chicken breast works well in place of the tuna. —Edie DeSpain,

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat

Logan, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 340 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 699mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 2 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 12/46 Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes and Olives 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spaghetti Squash with Tomatoes and Olives Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This squash is outstanding as a side dish, but you can also top it with canned tuna to create a healthy main dish. It’s easy and

I like to use my own canned tomatoes for the best flavor

so tasty! I like to use my own canned tomatoes for the best flavor. —Carol Chase, Sioux City, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 95 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 464mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 13/46 Chili & Cheese Crustless Quiche 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Chili & Cheese Crustless Quiche Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 15 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This filling Tex-Mex egg casserole is perfect for any meal of the day. I

add a salad and dinner is on!

add a salad and dinner is on! —Gail Watkins, Norwalk, Califiornia Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 420 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 182mg cholesterol, 1034mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 20g protein. 14/46 Sausage, Kale and Squash Bread Pudding 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Sausage, Kale and Squash Bread Pudding Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who said bread pudding has to be for dessert? I love to serve this for brunch or dinner when I want something hearty and a little

—Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 534

unusual. —Lauren Knoelke, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 330 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 831mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein. 15/46 Slow-Cooked Pizza Casserole 10 Reviews Slow-Cooked Pizza Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A friend from church gave me the recipe for this satisfying slow-cooked casserole. It’s always one of the first dishes emptied at potlucks, and it can easily be adapted to personal tastes. —Julie Sterchi, Campbellsville, Kentucky Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 534

Soft and super cheesy, they make a comforting side dish for meat or poultry

calories, 26g fat (13g saturated fat), 131mg cholesterol, 1009mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 37g protein. 16/46 Nacho Hash Brown Casserole 5 Reviews Nacho Hash Brown Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This tasty slow cooker recipe will free up your oven and produce the best hash browns ever. Soft and super cheesy, they make a comforting side dish for meat or poultry. —Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 259 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 640mg

sodium, 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein

sodium, 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. 17/46 Mushroom and Rice Pilaf Test Kitchen Approved Mushroom and Rice Pilaf Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Simple rice pilaf is a lifesaver when you are hosting Thanksgiving. Just place the ingredients in the slow cooker and forget about it until it’s time to serve. —Kathleen Hedger, Godfrey, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 246 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 490mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 18/46 Slow-Cooked

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