19 Slow-Cooker Starters

Give the big game your undivided attention. From cheesy dips to meaty tacos, these slow-cooker appetizers will keep your hands free and your guests satisfied.

Man Dip

"This cheese dip was to die for. I made it for Super Bowl Sunday and we kept running back to the slow-cooker during commercial breaks to fill up our bowls."

-gretchengr

Pork Tacos

"Quite possibly the most delicious meat mixture for tacos I've ever had! I adore refried beans, so the idea of pork smothered in them was heavenly to me!"

-anniesnomsblog

BBQ Hot Dogs

"These were so simple and so tasty. I only cooked them for 4 hours because the aroma filling my house made it too tempting to wait."

-lazyme

Roast Beef with Horseradish Sauce

"These were fantastic. The sauce was the key part of this dish and the beef tasted great with little crostinis."

-steve in FL

Easy Sweet & Sour Meatballs

"These had such a great flavor. I added chopped green onions for an extra pop of color and taste."

-Diana J.

Ginger & Soy Chicken Wings

"These wings taste great and the recipe is so easy to follow. I recommend serving them as an appetizer at any football party."

-HugNSmile1

Reuben Dip

"This was a big hit with everyone at my party. I wouldn't change a thing about this recipe."

-Bow

Cheesy-Bacon Potatoes

"These potatoes cooked perfectly. I loved the flavor of the onion, cheese and bacon."

-diner524

Chicken Quesadillas

"I loved the ease and versatility of this recipe. I just loaded up my slow-cooker and it let it do it’s thing."

-Susie D

Bean Dip

"I made this for a party. It was fast, cheap and everyone loved it."

-Chef of 5

Cocktail Meatballs

"This was my first time making meatballs, but I loved them! The slow cooking really brings out the flavors and makes a lovely, sticky sauce!"

-anniesnomsblog

Chicken Tacos

"These were awesome. My husband and I felt so good after we ate these filling and delicious tacos."

-GBogdanovic333

Steamed Pork Balls

"These were very good. I prepared them for a buffet-style party and everyone loved their flavor."

-ms_bold

Spinach & Gorgonzola Cornbread

"This was delicious. It makes a great accompaniment to any soup or stew."

-cookinSC

Sweet & Sour Meatballs

"I loved this recipe. Even my picky party guests were annoyed when they were gone."

-Gail2293

Spicy Pecans

"I am in nut heaven. I like the chili flavor so much, I’m making another batch of nuts for an upcoming party."

-Debbwl

Honey Chicken Wings

"My husband took these to a friend’s Sunday football party. The sauce wasn’t too salty or too sweet and the meat just fell off the bone."

-AZPARZYCH

Vegetarian Meatballs

"These are the greatest meatballs of all time. I served them at a party with some dipping sauce, and they went over really well with my guests."

-iknitok

Garlic & Onion Toasts

"Caramelized onions and garlic — who could ask for anything more? This is a fantastic recipe."

-Susiecat too

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