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Discover simple and affordable slow cooker recipes from The Frugal Ones. Get practical tips plus personal notes for easy home-cooked meals every week.

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How to Make Simple Hawaiian Chicken in Your Slow Cooker

For a breezy take on weekday dinner, simple Hawaiian chicken in the slow cooker is a clear winner—sweet pineapple, smoky barbecue sauce, and tender chicken swap out the stress for some much-needed ease. Toss boneless chicken into a greased slow cooker, then pour over a blend of tangy barbecue sauce and juicy pineapple (go bold with a little extra sauce if you’re feeling it). Let your slow cooker do the work, filling your kitchen with the scent of tropical comfort. Serve it up over rice for a pop of color and laid-back flavor, perfect for anything from Sunday lounging to a spontaneous weeknight reset.

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How to Make Frugal Southern Lima Beans and Ham in Your Slow Cooker [Step-by-Step Guide]

Slow cooker Southern lima beans and ham bring together simple ingredients for a down-home, budget-friendly meal. Toss lima beans, diced ham, and chopped onion into your slow cooker (just add a bit of salt, black pepper, and maybe some garlic powder), then let it cook low and slow about seven hours until the beans are tender and the flavors blend together. Serve it over warm cornbread—the soft beans and smoky ham pair well with sweet, crumbly bread—then round out the meal with a crisp green salad. You can make this on the stove, but the slow cooker method is low-effort and always fills the house with a cozy, inviting smell.

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Black-Eyed Peas in the Slow Cooker [Affordable Southern Comfort]

Southern black-eyed peas in the slow cooker bring comfort with every spoonful, blending creamy beans with bold, smoky notes from ham or sausage. Each bite is soft but never mushy, layered with a mellow earthiness and hints of garlic and herbs. Cook them low and slow, and you get a classic Southern centerpiece—simple, nourishing, and rich with tradition. Pair with crusty cornbread, and you won’t miss a single crumb.

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How to Make Slow-Cooker Cheddar Soup Creamy Every Time

Skip the broccoli and let rich, creamy cheddar take center stage. Our Slow-Cooker Cheddar Soup is deeply savory, with a velvety texture that dials up the comfort. Thanks to the slow cooker, making this dish is almost effort-free—just set it, forget it, and come back to a show-stopping bowl that stands on its own. Crusty bread or fresh chives can dress it up, but honestly, this soup shines without any extras.

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Easy Sloppy Joes in the Slow Cooker [Simple and Budget-Friendly]

Easy sloppy joes in the slow cooker bring unapologetically bold tomato flavor with just the right hit of spices, turning plain ground beef into a saucy filling that crushes any memories of the canned stuff. It’s exactly the kind of weeknight comfort food that delivers on taste and value, no hovering over the stove required. Pile it high on pillowy buns, add a scoop of mac and cheese or a simple salad, and suddenly dinner is more than just easy—it’s almost impossible to resist.

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How to Make Hearty Navy Bean and Ham Soup in a Slow Cooker

This slow-cooker navy bean and ham soup pulls you in with its warm, rustic aroma and no-nonsense charm. Beans soak up rich broth, carrots and celery soften around the edges, and the ham bone stars at the center, turning humble pantry staples into something you can’t wait to taste. Every bowl feels like coming home—hearty, honest, and just the right amount of cozy, exactly how my family liked it. We always called it Bean Soup, and honestly, there’s nothing more comforting on a cool evening.

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How to Make Tender Crockpot Steak for First-Time Cooks

Rich with tangy notes and draped in silky gravy, this crockpot steak turns modest round cuts into slow-simmered comfort—fork-tender bites that melt alongside dreamy mashed potatoes. Even if it’s your first try, that pillow-soft texture and robust flavor will make you look like a pro, no steakhouse secrets required. Ready to make tender crockpot steak?

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How to Make Authentic Red Beans and Rice [Step-by-Step]

This authentic Cajun red beans and rice recipe packs rich Louisiana flavor into every bite, using dried red beans, smoky sausage, and simple pantry spices (soak or no-soak both work here). I’ll walk you through creamy results from scratch, with advice on seasoning, cook time, and the best ways to store leftovers—just like locals do it.

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How to Make Flavorful Crock Pot Cashew Chicken at Home

Sweet and salty, this crock pot cashew chicken makes dinner both simple and satisfying, with a glossy sauce that clings to every tender bite and a hefty sprinkle of roasted nuts for crunch (I find the leftover sauce is perfect for spooning over rice). The best part—it all comes together in less than ten minutes of hands-on prep, so even on busy nights you can still have something that tastes like real takeout.

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How to Make Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken [Step-by-Step Guide]

Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken bursts with bold spices, tender texture and a whisper of heat—think juicy pulled chicken ready to star in crisp salads, loaded burritos, cheesy quesadillas or quick weeknight tacos. This recipe is all about low effort, high flavor, and endless style possibilities—just like finding a classic trench you can wear three ways.