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Ground Beef Slow Cooker Recipes for Hearty Suppers That Practically Cook Themselves

Let this kitchen dynamo do the work for you!

When it comes to kitchen gadgets, the slow cooker is definitely one of our all-time favorites. We rely on it time and time again for those nights when we’re short on time yet still want a homemade meal. And they’re especially great at whipping up hearty ground beef dishes as the slow cooking ensures they’re filled with deep flavor. That’s why we gathered our best ground beef slow cooker recipes straight from the Woman’s World test kitchen. They’re easy, delicious and guaranteed to satisfy — just keep scrolling to make your pick, then let your slow cooker do the work for you!

7 ground beef slow cooker recipes

These recipes practically cook themselves! For even more slow-cooker yum, check out these slow cooker chicken recipes and vegetarian slow cooker recipes.

1. Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers

Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers (ground beef slow cooker recipes)
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Cinnamon and raisins transform ground beef into an extra-irresistible filling for these Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers. Finish with a sprinkling of feta if you’d like.

2. Greek Beef and Rice Bake

Greek Beef and Rice Bake (ground beef slow cooker recipes)
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Our Greek Beef and Rice Bake is slow-cooker twist on a cinnamon-kissed casserole — it layers up fast, thanks to prepared Alfredo sauce.

3. Pizza Meatloaf

Pizza Meatloaf (ground beef slow cooker recipes)
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Pizza Mealoaf? Yes, please! We used jarred pizza sauce, spices and pre-sliced pepperoni to jazz up a comfort-food favorite.

4. Meatballs, Zucchini & Beans

Meatballs, Zucchini & Beans (ground beef slow cooker recipes)
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Meatballs, zucchini & beans combined in this hearty dish — we used cannellini beans but you can swap in whatever bean you prefer.

5. Beef and Bean Sliders

Beef and Bean Sliders (ground beef slow cooker recipes)
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Our citrusy slaw is the perfect complement to spiced-just-right meat in these Beef and Bean Sliders. Top with jalapeño slices if you like spice.

6. Chickpea Beef Chili

(ground beef slow cooker recipes) Chickpea Beef Chili
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Loaded with beans, this stick-to-your-ribs Chickpea Beef Chili is sure to satisfy — we like to finish it with a dollop of cool sour cream.

7. Smoky Southwestern Chili

Smoky Southwestern Chili (ground beef slow cooker recipes)
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With a hint of sugar, the tomatoes shine bright in this hearty Smoky Southwestern Chili. It would also be perfect atop nachos.


For even more slow cooker ideas, click through the links below:

 Slow Cooker Recipes Perfect for Game Day — 10 Winning Ideas That Are So Easy

‘Dump and Go’ Slow Cooker Recipes for Your Easiest-Ever Weeknight Suppers

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