Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese (With video)

Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese (With video)

Crock Pot Mac and Cheese is made with four cheese's and it's so easy to make by adding all of the ingredients to the crock pot. It is so easy it just about cooks itself!

Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese is one of my favorites way to make Mac and Cheese. This recipe will change entirely the way you make Mac and Cheese.

No more stirring by the stove and ending up with runny Mac and Cheese, no more picking in the oven, this slow cooker version is delicious and easy to make.

Also, for the ultimate creamy Mac and Cheese this recipe uses four different types of cheese! Holy Yum!

I am completely in love with this recipe for Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese. This recipe is a time saver and also makes one of the creamiest Mac and Cheese I have ever tasted.

The best part of it? No crazy ingredients or methods, no pre-boiling the pasta, you add everything to the slow cooker and wait for it to work its magic.

This recipe was adapted from the original slow cooker mac and cheese on this site and from The Simple Kitchen Cookbook. 

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes. The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!! Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!! And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today!  The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order. 

Helpful Tips to make Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese:

• You can use a combo of any cheese you like, or if you only have one type on hand, use just one, just make sure you use same amount of cheese specified in the recipe.
• The key to this mac and cheese is to make sure you remember to stir it a few times, otherwise the pasta may stick to the bottom or sides of the slow cooker and burn.
• You can grate your own cheese, or you can buy grated/shredded cheese to save time.
• If you want to add some protein to the dish, I like stirring in at the end grilled chicken or some cooked sausage.
• You don’t need to pre-cook the pasta for this recipe. You can also use elbow, bow tie or small shells pasta.
• For a spicier kick add some cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
• The cheese sauce will thicken as it cools. If you plan to hold the mac and cheese in the slow cooker on warm, add extra milk as needed to keep the sauce nice and creamy. Also, if you are going to refrigerate it to eat later, add enough milk to the pasta to thin out the sauce before refrigerating. That way when you pull it out, it will scoop easily and the mac and cheese will warm up perfectly in the microwave or on the stove top. We do this every week and portion it out for easy lunches.

What you will need to make Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese:

• Slow Cooker - a lifesaver when you are looking to have dinner ready with minimum effort.
• Cheese Grater- As much as I love buying shredded cheese because I'm lazy, fresh grated cheese melts down so much better and creates a smoother mac and cheese.

Enjoy!

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Check out more of our favorite mac and cheese recipes:

Jack Daniel's Mac and Cheese
Slow Cooker Triple cheesy Mac and Cheese   
Super Simple Mac and Cheese Italian Style   
Jalapeno Popper Bacon Mac and Cheese   
Beer Bacon Mac and Cheese
20 Minute Cheese Lovers Mac and Cheese with Broccoli 

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Crock Pot Mac and Cheese, Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

Slow Cooker, Crock Pot, Mac and Cheese

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Yield: SERVES 8Author: Donna Elick

Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese

Slow Cooker Creamy Mac and Cheese is made with four cheeses and its so easy to make by adding all the ingredients to the crockpot.

prep time: 5 minscook time: 1 hour and 10 minstotal time: 1 hours and 15 mins

Ingredients

• 1 pound cellentani pasta (also known as cavatappi), uncooked
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced into 1-tbsp pieces
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-oz pieces
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 4 cups whole milk
• 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup fresh shredded Gruyere cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh Italian parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Pour the uncooked pasta onto the bottom of your slow cooker. I love my 6-quart for this recipe. Scatter the butter and cream cheese pieces over the pasta. Sprinkle the salt, paprika and mustard over the top and pour the milk and cream into the slow cooker. Stir to combine everything and smooth the pasta into one even layer coated in sauce.
2. Cover and cook on low for 1 to 2 hours, until the pasta is chewy (not quite crunchy, but very al dente). Your cook time will vary if you use a different pasta, so start with 1 hour and adjust from there.
3. Stir once halfway through the cook time and be sure to smooth the pasta into one layer so it is well coated with the sauce.
4. Once the pasta is ready, sprinkle on the cheddar, Gruyere and mozzarella cheeses and stir to combine. The cheese will melt into the sauce to create the most luxurious creamy cheese sauce. Cover the mac and cheese and cook for 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and it comes together.
5. Stir before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.

DONNA’S SIMPLE KITCHEN TIP:

1. The cheese sauce will thicken as it cools. If you plan to hold the mac and cheese in the slow cooker on warm, add extra milk as needed to keep the sauce nice and creamy. Also, if you are going to refrigerate it to eat later, add enough milk to the pasta to thin out the sauce before refrigerating. That way when you pull it out, it will scoop easily and the mac and cheese will warm up perfectly in the microwave or on the stove top. We do this every week and portion it out for easy lunches.

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Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese (Slow Cooker) + Video

Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese (Slow Cooker) + Video

Mac and cheese with cream cheese is made in a slow cooker with THREE cheeses! Make this recipe for the cheesiest comfort food meal ever!

If macaroni and cheese is one of your favorite recipes, you have got to try my Italian style macaroni and cheese recipe.

With just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes, you can have this fantastic dinner on the table.

Why we make mac and cheese with cream cheese

Adding cream cheese to 3 cheese mac and cheese helps add another layer of flavor to the cheese sauce.

Also, cream cheese acts like a thickener, helping the sauce stick to the ridges of the noodles.

This dish is pure comfort in a bowl, with perfectly tender corkscrew pasta with twists and ridges that capture the luscious pepper Jack and cheddar cheese sauce.

It also has just enough spicy heat to wake up your taste buds.

There are many different add-ins that you can toss into your slow cooker when making this mac and cheese with cream cheese. Try adding any of the following:

• crumbled bacon
• chopped ham
• fresh baby spinach
• green chilis
•  mushrooms

Kitchen tools you’ll need for this recipe:

Slow Cooker - I use my crockpot almost more than any other kitchen appliance, especially during the fall and winter!

It's just so convenient, and let's face it, it makes comfort food taste even better!

Slow Cooker Liners - The liners aren’t necessary, but they make clean up SO much easier!

Box grater - I use this for shredding cheese, but also for shredding vegetables like carrots, for carrot cake, or zucchini for zucchini bread.

Ingredient notes for three cheese mac and cheese

We use cellentani pasta to make slow cooker mac and cheese. If you need a substitute, you can use any type of small pasta that has ridges on it, like penne, ziti, or rigatoni.

What cheeses are best for this recipe?

We love the flavor in this recipe, but when we prepare it for a crowd, it’s nice to swap out the pepper jack cheese for Colby Jack cheese.

It gives the sauce a great flavor but it isn't overly spicy for sensitive palates.

If you want a different taste altogether, there are several different options you can try. Cheeses like Gruyere, smoked gouda, and Fontina will also melt well and add a delicious flavor.

Can I make this slow cooker recipe in an Instant Pot?

We haven't tried making this particular recipe in an Instant Pot, so you would need to experiment and see how it works for you. Or, use the slow cooker setting on your Instant Pot!

For a recipe that definitely works, you can make this Instant Pot Mac and Cheese. It is very rich and creamy, and it can be made in less than 15 minutes using your electric pressure cooker!

Troubleshooting:

Why didn't the cream cheese melt completely?

When making this recipe, be sure you've added the ingredients in the correct amounts. Cream cheese will melt as the other liquids heat up.

To help the cream cheese melt, stir the ingredients well when you add them to your slow cooker. And, you can stir it once or twice when cooking.

Also, keep in mind that the cheese sauce will thicken as it cools. If you plan to keep the macaroni and cheese in the Crock Pot on warm, add extra milk as needed to keep the sauce nice and creamy.

How to store leftovers

You will need to refrigerate any leftovers. If you are going to refrigerate it to eat later, add extra milk to the pasta. This will thin the sauce to prevent it from becoming too thick in the refrigerator.

This way, when you remove it from the fridge, it will scoop easily and the mac and cheese will warm up perfectly in the microwave or on the stovetop.

We do this every week and portion it out for easy lunches.

Other crock pot comfort food recipes to make

The Crock-Pot is such a versatile small kitchen appliance. It's capable of taking ingredients from start to finish while you’re away, and the result is an easy, mouth-watering recipe every time.

Reward yourself after a long day with your favorite comfort foods. Be sure to try Pot Roast in a Crock Pot for a tender, juicy, mouth-watering beef dinner.

Or, if you want a recipe that almost cooks itself, make some Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches.

With tender beef, atop a toasted sandwich roll, dipped in a delectable, savory sauce that's melt in your mouth delicious.

Crock Pot Sriracha Honey Wings are so tender the meat falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. The caramelized sweet and spicy sauce is truly enough to make your taste buds sing!

Enjoy!

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Video: How to make Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese (Slow Cooker) 

Be sure to watch our video tutorial so you can see exactly how to make it.

Yield: 8

Author: Donna Elick

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Mac and Cheese with Cream Cheese

This mac and cheese with cream cheese is made in a slow cooker with THREE cheeses! Make this recipe for the cheesiest comfort food meal ever!

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 2 H & 10 MTotal time: 2 H & 15 M

Ingredients

• 1 pound cellentani pasta (also known as cavatappi), uncooked
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced into 1-tbsp pieces
• 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into 1-oz pieces
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup fresh shredded pepper Jack cheese

Instructions

1. Pour the uncooked pasta onto the bottom of your slow cooker. I love my 6-quart for this recipe. Scatter the butter and cream cheese pieces over the pasta. Sprinkle the salt and cayenne pepper over the top and pour the milk and cream into the slow cooker. Stir to combine everything and smooth the pasta into one even layer coated in sauce.
2. Cover and cook on low for 1 to 2 hours, until the pasta is chewy (not quite crunchy, but very al dente). Your cook time will vary if you use a different pasta, so start with 1 hour and adjust from there. Stir once halfway through the cook time and be sure to smooth the pasta into one layer so it is well coated with the sauce. Once the pasta is ready, sprinkle on the cheddar and pepper Jack cheeses and stir to combine. The cheese will melt into the sauce to create the most luxurious creamy cheese sauce. Cover the mac and cheese and cook for 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and it comes together. Stir before serving.

DONNA'S NOTES

1. I love the flavor in this recipe, but when I am preparing it for a crowd I swap the pepperjack cheese with Colby Jack cheese. It gives it a great flavor but it isn't overly spicy for sensitive palates.
2. The cheese sauce will thicken as it cools. If you plan to hold the mac and cheese in the slow cooker on warm, add extra milk as needed to keep the sauce nice and creamy.
3. Also, if you are going to refrigerate it to eat later, add enough milk to the pasta to thin out the sauce before refrigerating. That way when you pull it out, it will scoop easily and the mac and cheese will warm up perfectly in the microwave or on the stove top. We do this every week and portion it out for easy lunches.

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Originally published October 2017, updated and republished September 2020

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Instant Pot Mac and Cheese + VIDEO

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese + VIDEO

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese is so creamy and can be made in less than 15 minutes using your electric pressure cooker!

Homemade Instant Pot Mac n Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that the whole family will love! It is easy and quick to make and so flavorful and rich.

Cooking the Macaroni in the Instant Pot saves you a few steps, no need to drain the pasta and everything can be made in one pot.

I love to serve it topped with crispy bacon bits or chopped ham and a side salad as a main dish but it also makes the perfect side dish for so many meals. Perfect for busy weeknights or holiday dinners!

Hey friends, it's Julia from Plated Cravings here. I’m happy to be a contributor on TSRI and share some of my favorite recipes with Donna and Chad's lovely readers.

Over on my blog I love to share easy Instant Pot recipes like my family’s favorite Instant Pot Chili that’s so flavorful and delicious but can be whipped up in under 45 minutes. This Mac and Cheese Instant Pot recipe can be made even quicker and is always a big hit whenever I make it.

Cooking the Macaroni in a Pressure Cooker makes them cook faster and using chicken broth instead of water makes this comfort food even more flavorful and creamy. You’ll never want to make Mac and Cheese another way after you tried this easy recipe!

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!!

And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today!  The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order. 

WHERE TO ORDER:

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Helpful Tips to make Instant Pot Mac and Cheese:

• This recipe works in the 6 quart and 8 quart Instant Pot. If you are using an 8 quart Instant Pot it is possible to double the recipe, no need to adjust the time.
• You can use elbow macaroni or corkscrew macaroni for this recipe.
• If you are using low-sodium chicken broth you might need to adjust the seasoning and add ½ teaspoon of salt to the uncooked noodles.
• If you don’t have chicken broth on hand you can use the same amount of water or vegetable broth instead.
• I recommend to grate the cheese yourself and to not use shredded cheese because the shredded cheese won’t get as creamy and smooth as “normal” cheese.
• To get the best flavor and texture use a combination of cheeses. You can substitute 1 cup of cheddar cheese with mozzarella cheese but don’t use more than one cup otherwise it will be very stringy.
• Instead of cheddar you can use any smooth melting cheese like gouda, gruyere, or Monterey jack for example.
• I prefer to use regular milk instead of evaporated milk in this recipe because I always have regular milk on hand and find that it tastes better.
• If there is extra liquid left after cooking, give it a stir, put the lid back on and let it sit for a few more minutes until the pasta has absorbed all the liquid.
• Depending on how dry or wet the cooked macaroni are use 1/2 cup of milk or more until the desired consistency is reached.
• This creamy dish tastes best fresh because the longer mac and cheese sits, the dryer it will become. Reheating is possible but don’t expect it to taste as creamy and smooth as before.

What you will need to make Instant Pot Mac and Cheese:

• Instant Pot - If you don’t have an Instant Pot you need to buy one! I love mine!!
• Cheese Grater - This grater is my favorite!
• Hot Sauce - I can’t get enough of this hot sauce.

Enjoy!

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Super Simple Mac and Cheese Italian Style 
Jack Daniel's Bacon Mac and Cheese
Slow Cooker Triple Cheesy Mac and Cheese
Lazy Day Mac and Cheese  

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American

Yield: 4Author: Julia Foerster

Instant Pot Mac and Cheese

This Instant Pot Mac and Cheese recipe is so creamy and can be made in less than 15 minutes using your electric pressure cooker!

prep time: 5 minscook time: 5 minstotal time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 4 cups Chicken Broth
• 16 ounces dry macaroni 
• 2 Tablespoons Butter
• 1/2 teaspoon dried onion powder, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon dried garlic powder, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard, or 1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 cups grated Cheddar Cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
• 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

1. In the inner pot of an Instant Pot, combine chicken broth, macaroni, butter, dried onion powder, dried mustard, hot sauce, and black pepper.
2. Put the lid on the pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Set to pressure cook on high for 5 minutes. 
   After the time is up do a quick release. Have a towel ready because there might be some liquid spraying. If there is extra liquid, put the lid back on and let sit for 2 minutes.
3. Add 1/4 cup of milk, then stir in handfuls of cheese at a time and stir until smooth and melted. Add more milk if needed. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately.

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Super Simple Mac and Cheese Italian Style (Video)

Super Simple Mac and Cheese Italian Style (Video)

Simple Mac & Cheese Recipe, Italian Style is a go-to recipe around here. With just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes, you can have this fantastic dinner on the table. It is the ultimate leftover and weeknight dinner helper.

An absolute family favorite, I have been making this homemade Italian style mac and cheese for over 8 years.

I originally shared this recipe with you when we first started our site and now (6 years later) have prepared it several dozen more times.

I have a lot of tips to add to the recipe so make sure you check out my notes on the recipe.

Homemade Italian Mac and Cheese

This stove-top macaroni and cheese is loaded with ooey-gooey cheese and Italian spices.

Obviously, it is something we have eaten so many times that I don't need a recipe and I use this one as a base to create many different dinners.

Y'all ask so often what I fix when I don't have anything planned. Well, this happens more times than not so I have become a master at re-imagining leftovers.

I guess I got that from my mom. She was a whiz at transforming leftovers into a whole new dinner.

This recipe is the perfect last-minute meal. It calls for ingredients that you have on hand all the time and then just add in whatever leftovers your fridge holds and it becomes dinner.

Precooked sausage, kielbasa, leftover chicken, beef or turkey from Thanksgiving along with some leftover veggies added at the end, or frozen peas (added with the pasta) and you have yourself a fantastic two pot meal in under 20 minutes!!!

Check the notes for more fantastic suggestions.

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!!

And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today!  The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order. 

WHERE TO ORDER:

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Helpful Tips to make Super Simple Mac & Cheese Italian Style:

• I do not use pre-shredded cheese as much as I used to. Now I use 4 ounces mozzarella and 4 ounces provolone (or 8 ounces mozzarella). I shred them and add them to the recipe in place of the cheese blend. 
•  From time-to-time, I will add a little Romano, Asiago or Fontina into the mix. It depends on what I have in the house. But the essential part is to use at least 4 ounces of mozzarella in your blend.
•  Veggie ideas: When there are about 5-6 minutes left on your pasta cook time add 2 cups frozen peas or frozen broccoli (cover the pot to help it come back to a boil more quickly and remove the cover once boiling again). 
• They will be done at the same time the pasta is done and it will combine to make an incredible dinner. Another vegetable option is to stir in 3 cups fresh baby spinach, once the pasta and cheese sauce has been fully combined (at the end). It will be just wilted perfectly when it is time to serve.
•  Protein ideas: After you have drained your cooked pasta, add it back to the pan and add chopped leftover turkey, chicken or rotisserie chicken to the hot pasta.  Then pour the sauce over top. 
• The heat from the pasta and the cheese sauce will warm the meat through and it will be ready to serve when the mac and cheese is ready. I have also used leftover ground beef, burgers, rinsed and drained beans (navy, kidney or pinto are our favorites).

 

What you will need to make Super Simple Mac & Cheese Italian Style:

• Large Pot-
• Sauce Pan-
• Colander-

Enjoy!

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Jack Daniel's Mac and Cheese
Beer Bacon Mac and Cheese
20 Minute Cheese Lovers Mac and Cheese with Broccoli  
Slow Cooker Triple Cheesy Mac and Cheese   
  

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Yield: 6Author: Donna Elick

Super Simple Mac & Cheese Italian Style

Super Simple Mac & Cheese Italian Style is a go to recipe around here. With just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes you can have this fantastic dinner on the table. It is the ultimate left-over and weeknight dinner helper.

prep time: 5 MINScook time: 10 MINStotal time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk (2% is good too)
• 1 pound dry mini penne pasta
• 8 ounces of Italian blend shredded cheese (*see below to make your own blend)
• 1/3 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning (I prefer McCormick Tuscan Style Italian Seasoning)

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it, cook pasta according to package directions, to al dente.  Drain pasta once it is cooked and set aside.  Work on the next step while your pasta is cooking.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium sauce pan over medium heat melt butter, add flour and Italian seasoning and whisk for about 2 minutes to cook out the 'flour-y' taste. Add milk and continue to whisk occasionally, allowing the mixture to thicken. Add cheeses and whisk until fully combined.
3. Pour cheese sauce over strained pasta and stir to combine. Sauce will thickens as it sits.
4. Serve and enjoy!

DONNA'S NOTES

1. I do not use pre-shredded cheese as much as I used to. Now I use 4 ounces mozzarella and 4 ounces provolone (or 8 ounces mozzarella). I shred them and add them to the recipe in place of the cheese blend. From time-to-time I will add a little Romano, Asiago or Fontina into the mix. It depends on what I have in the house. But the essential part is to use at least 4 ounces of mozzarella in your blend.
2. Veggie ideas: When there is about 5-6 minutes left on your pasta cook time add 2 cups frozen peas or frozen broccoli (cover the pot to help it come back to a boil more quickly and remove the cover once boiling again). They will be done the same time the pasta is done and it will combine to make an incredible dinner. Another vegetable option is to stir in 3 cups fresh baby spinach, once the pasta and cheese sauce have been fully combined (at the end). It will be just wilted perfectly when it is time to serve.
3. Protein ideas: After you have drained your cooked pasta, add it back to the pan and add chopped leftover turkey, chicken or rotisserie chicken to the hot pasta.  Then pour the sauce over top. The heat from the pasta and the cheese sauce will warm the meat through and it will be ready to serve when the mac and cheese is ready. I have also used leftover ground beef, burgers, rinsed and drained beans (navy, kidney or pinto are our favorites).

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Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings (Video)

Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings (Video)

Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings are so tender the meat falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. You get the best of both worlds with this bold barbecue sauce. Made in the crockpot you won't find an easier recipe!  They just about cook themselves.

The spicy chili pepper paste and the honey and brown sugar come together to create the perfect sweet and spicy coating.

After the wings are slow cooked, I broil them in the oven until the glaze is gloriously caramelized and sticky.

These wings can be prepped ahead and then warmed in the slow cooker for serving. There’s no frying, no mess.

Easy stress-free recipes are one of the steps to the ultimate party, because who needs all that extra work anyway?

Oh, and no frying means they must be healthier, so you can eat more. Am I right or am I right?

We are so excited about our cookbook launch! We loved seeing all of you photos of your new favorite cookbook {{gush}}. 

We are anxiously anticipating hearing about your favorite recipes and seeing your creation. Be sure to tag us on social media @slowroasted or #thesimplekitchen So grab it now if you haven't!

One of our most requested recipe types are game day appetizers and we could eat them everyday just because.

I mean who needs a game day as an excuse for a great appetizer? So when we started putting this book together we knew Simple Appetizers needed its own chapter!!!

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen - available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!!

And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don't wait. Go and grab yours today!  The Simple Kitchen <-- click here to order. 

WHERE TO ORDER:

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Helpful Tips to make Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings:

• I use the “stir-in” chili pepper paste from a tube; it is found in the produce department by the herbs. You can also find chili pepper paste in tubes in the Italian food aisle.
• You can use frozen wings; the cook time will be 2 to 3 hours on high (4 to 6 hours on low).

What you will need to make Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings:

• Slow Cooker - the slow cooker is almost my most used kitchen appliance, especially during fall/winter! It's just so convenient, and lets face it, it makes comfort food taste even better!

Enjoy!

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See how easy this Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings is to make. Watch the video!!!

Yield: 6Author: Donna Elick

Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings

Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Barbecue Wings are so tender the meat falls off the bone and melts in your mouth. You get the best of both worlds with this bold barbecue sauce. Made in the crockpot you won't find an easier recipe! They just about cook themselves.

prep time: 15 minscook time: 2 hourtotal time: 2 hours and 15 mins

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup good honey
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2–3 tablespoons chili pepper paste, to taste
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 pounds fresh chicken wing drumettes*

Instructions

1. In a 5-quart slow cooker on low, add the honey, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, chili pepper, salt and garlic. Stir to combine. Add the chicken wings. Stir until the wings are well-coated. Cover and cook for 1 to 2 hours on high (or 2½ to 3 hours on low), until the wings are cooked through.
2. Remove the wings from the slow cooker and place on a baking sheet lined with foil. 
3. Transfer the sauce from the slow cooker to a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook the sauce until it is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then slather the thickened sauce over the wings.
4. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes, until the sauce starts to darken and caramelize. And don’t leave the oven. Broiling can go from caramelized to burned in a blink, just trust me on this one. Open the oven and brush another layer of sauce on the wings and broil again. Repeat until you have three layers of sauce on the wings. Remove from the oven.
5. *You can use frozen wings; the cook time will be 2 to 3 hours on high (4 to 6 hours on low).

DONNA'S NOTES

1. I use the “stir-in” chili pepper paste from a tube; it is found in the produce department by the herbs. You can also find chili pepper paste in tubes in the Italian food aisle.

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