28 Slow Cooker Christmas Recipes That Will Wow Your Guests

Christmas is right around the corner, and like me, I bet you're already dreaming about gatherings filled with laughter, festive decorations, and of course, mouth-watering food! Every year, I look for ways to make the holiday prep as stress-free as possible.

This time, I've got a secret weapon: my slow cooker. If you’re looking to serve up something special without spending all day in the kitchen, then you’ll love these 28 Slow Cooker Christmas Recipes That Will Wow Your Guests.

From savory mains to scrumptious sides and delightful desserts, these easy-to-follow recipes are sure to become holiday favorites in your home. Let’s dive into this festive feast!

1. Slow Cooker Honey-Glazed Ham

A Christmas classic, this honey-glazed ham is succulent and sweet.

Ingredients:

• 1 fully-cooked spiral-sliced ham (about 7-8 pounds)
• 1 cup honey
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

Instructions:

1. Place the ham in the slow cooker.
2. Mix honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
3. Pour the mixture over the ham.
4. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours.
5. Baste the ham occasionally with the juices.

2. Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon

This rich, French-inspired stew is a hearty addition to any Christmas dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
• 1 cup red wine
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brown the beef chunks in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker.
2. Add the wine, beef broth, onion, carrots, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours.
4. Serve with crusty bread.

3. Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

Lean and flavorful, turkey breast is perfect for smaller gatherings.

Ingredients:

• 4-pound turkey breast
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Rub the turkey breast with garlic powder, paprika, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Place it in the slow cooker.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours.
4. Let it rest before slicing.

4. Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes

Creamy and fluffy, these mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food.

Ingredients:

• 4 pounds potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place potatoes and chicken broth in the slow cooker.
2. Cook on high for 3-4 hours.
3. Mash the potatoes and then add the heavy cream, butter, salt, and pepper.
4. Stir until smooth.

5. Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole

A holiday staple reimagined for the slow cooker.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans green beans, drained
• 1 can cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup fried onions
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine green beans, cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker.
2. Mix well.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours.
4. Sprinkle fried onions on top before serving.

6. Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce

Tart and sweet, this cranberry sauce beats the canned variety any day.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh cranberries
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Add cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and cinnamon to the slow cooker.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally.

7. Slow Cooker Stuffing

Enjoy moist and flavorful stuffing without hogging the oven.

Ingredients:

• 10 cups cubed bread
• 1 cup onions, chopped
• 1 cup celery, chopped
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons sage
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Transfer to the slow cooker.
3. Cook on low for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally.

8. Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Creamy, cheesy, and oh so delicious.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups uncooked macaroni
• 4 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mix)
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.

9. Slow Cooker Mulled Wine

Warm, spiced wine to keep the festive spirits high.

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle red wine
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1/4 cup honey
• 8 whole cloves
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1/4 cup brandy (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine red wine, orange slices, honey, cloves, and cinnamon sticks in the slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 2-3 hours.
4. Add brandy before serving, if desired.

10. Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes

Soft and slightly sweet, these sweet potatoes are a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Instructions:

1. Place sweet potatoes in the slow cooker.
2. Mix brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon.
3. Pour over sweet potatoes.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours.
5. Sprinkle with pecans before serving.

11. Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

Tender chicken in a delicious gravy, perfect for pouring over mashed potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 packet of onion soup mix
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
2. Mix chicken broth, onion soup mix, and cream of chicken soup.
3. Pour over chicken.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours.
5. Shred the chicken and stir before serving.

12. Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup

Velvety and rich, this soup is perfect for a winter night.

Ingredients:

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine butternut squash, onion, carrots, and vegetable broth in the slow cooker.
2. Cook on low for 6-7 hours.
3. Blend until smooth.
4. Stir in heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

13. Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Ribs

Finger-licking good ribs that fall off the bone.

Ingredients:

• 2 racks pork ribs
• 1 bottle BBQ sauce
• 1 onion, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Season ribs with salt and pepper.
2. Place onion slices at the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. Layer ribs and BBQ sauce.
4. Cook on low for 7-8 hours.

14. Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

Creamy and cheesy dip to enjoy with crackers or bread.

Ingredients:

• 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1 bag fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.

15. Slow Cooker Apple Cider

Warm apple cider with spices to cozy up with.

Ingredients:

• 8 cups apple cider
• 4 cinnamon sticks
• 1 tablespoon cloves
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 3-4 hours.

16. Slow Cooker Candied Yams

Sweet and sticky yams for the perfect side dish.

Ingredients:

• 4 large yams, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup mini marshmallows

Instructions:

1. Place yams in the slow cooker.
2. Mix brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon.
3. Pour over yams.
4. Cook on low for 4-5 hours.
5. Add mini marshmallows before serving and let them melt.

17. Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole

A delightful breakfast option that’s easy to make.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf French bread, cubed
• 8 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Place cubed French bread in the slow cooker.
2. Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the mixture over the bread.
4. Cook on low for 4-5 hours.

18. Slow Cooker Chili

Warm and hearty chili perfect for a cold day.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 2 cans kidney beans
• 2 cans diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet before adding to the slow cooker.
2. Add beans, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir well.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours.

19. Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake

A decadent dessert with gooey chocolate centers.

Ingredients:

• 1 box chocolate cake mix
• 1 box instant chocolate pudding mix
• 3 cups milk
• 2 cups chocolate chips
• Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the cake mix according to the box instructions.
2. Mix the instant pudding with milk.
3. Pour the cake batter into the slow cooker.
4. Pour the pudding mixture over the batter.
5. Sprinkle chocolate chips on top.
6. Cook on low for 3-4 hours.
7. Serve with vanilla ice cream, if desired.

20. Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie

A holiday classic made even easier.

Ingredients:

• 1 can pumpkin puree
• 1 can evaporated milk
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 unbaked pie crust

Instructions:

1. Mix pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
2. Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
3. Place in the slow cooker.
4. Cook on low for 3-4 hours.

21. Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Potatoes

Savory potatoes, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Transfer to the slow cooker.
3. Cook on low for 4-5 hours.

22. Slow Cooker Baked Beans

Sweet and savory baked beans to complement any main dish.

Ingredients:

• 4 cans navy beans, drained
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 5-6 hours, stirring occasionally.

23. Slow Cooker Eggnog

Rich and creamy homemade eggnog that’ll impress your guests.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups milk
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup sugar
• 6 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup bourbon (optional)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Whisk milk, heavy cream, and sugar in the slow cooker.
2. Whisk egg yolks separately, then temper them by adding a little of the hot milk mixture before adding them in.
3. Stir continuously until well combined.
4. Cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
5. Add vanilla extract, nutmeg, and bourbon before serving.

24. Slow Cooker Cornbread

Moist and delicious cornbread that pairs well with chili or stew.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another.
2. Combine both mixtures until smooth.
3. Pour into the slow cooker.
4. Cook on low for 2-3 hours.

25. Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Flavorful, savory dish that fits well into any holiday spread.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds Italian sausage, sliced
• 3 bell peppers, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours.

26. Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

Rich and creamy hot chocolate perfect for sipping by the fire.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups milk
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Combine milk, heavy cream, chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and sugar in the slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
4. Add vanilla extract before serving.

27. Slow Cooker Bread Pudding

Warm and comforting dessert that’s hard to resist.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf day-old bread, cubed
• 4 cups milk
• 1 cup sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions:

1. Place bread cubes in the slow cooker.
2. Whisk together milk, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour over bread cubes.
4. Add raisins if desired.
5. Cook on low for 3-4 hours.

28. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

A lighter yet equally delicious version of traditional chili.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds chicken breast, diced
• 2 cans white beans
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can green chilies
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours.
4. Serve with toppings like shredded cheese, avocado, or tortilla chips.

Conclusion

Embrace the magic of the season with these delightful slow cooker recipes. They promise to make your Christmas feast flavorful, effortless, and unforgettable. Enjoy more time with your loved ones and less time in the kitchen. Here’s to a stress-free, delicious holiday celebration! Merry Christmas!