Breville Slow Cooker Recipes of This Week

If you own a Breville slow cooker, you already know how much easier it makes dinner. Just toss in your ingredients, set the timer, and walk away.

These 16 Breville slow cooker recipes are going to change how you cook at home.

Each one is simple, packed with flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

I’ve tested all of these, and every single one comes out amazing every time.

Why the Breville Slow Cooker Is a Game-Changer for Home Cooks

The Breville slow cooker is one of those kitchen tools you didn’t know you needed until you had one.

It holds heat evenly, the insert is easy to clean, and the settings are simple to use. Whether you go low and slow or crank it to high, it delivers every time.

If you’re thinking about grabbing one, the Breville BSC560 Slow Cooker is a solid pick that I personally love using.

Best Breville Slow Cooker Recipes for Busy Weeknights

These recipes are perfect for those nights when you have zero energy to stand over a stove.

You prep everything in the morning, and dinner is ready by the time you get home. Let’s get into all 16 recipes right now.

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

This beef stew is rich, hearty, and full of chunky vegetables. It’s the kind of meal that warms you up from the inside out. I love it because the beef gets so tender it melts in your mouth. It’s best for cold evenings when the whole family needs something cozy and filling on the table.

Serve: 6 | Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: Low 8 hrs / High 4 hrs | Total Time: Up to 8 hrs 20 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 3 medium potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tbsp flour

How To Make:

Season the beef – Toss the beef cubes with flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Make sure every piece is coated well.

Layer the slow cooker – Add the carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic into the Breville slow cooker first.

Add the beef – Place the seasoned beef on top of the vegetables.

Mix the liquid – Stir together the beef broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour it over everything.

Set and cook – Cook on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours. Stir once halfway through if you’re around.

Serve hot – Ladle into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

This chicken tortilla soup is bold, smoky, and just a little spicy. It’s loaded with shredded chicken, beans, corn, and tomatoes. I love this recipe because you can top it with anything, crunchy tortilla strips, sour cream, cheese, avocado. Best for taco nights, game days, or whenever you need a big pot of something delicious.

Serve: 8 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: Low 6 hrs / High 3 hrs | Total Time: Up to 6 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 large chicken breasts
• 1 can black beans, drained
• 1 can corn, drained
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 can green chiles
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Tortilla strips, sour cream, cheese for topping

How To Make:

Add everything to the pot – Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of your Breville slow cooker.

Pour in the rest – Add beans, corn, tomatoes, green chiles, broth, and all the spices right on top.

Cook it low and slow – Set to Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours.

Shred the chicken – Pull the chicken out, shred it with two forks, and stir it back into the soup.

Top and serve – Ladle into bowls and load up with your favorite toppings.

Breville Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

This pulled pork is smoky, juicy, and incredibly easy to make. It takes just minutes to prep and the slow cooker does all the heavy lifting. I love making this on Sundays and using the leftovers all week long in sandwiches, tacos, and rice bowls. Best for meal prep, BBQ nights, and feeding a crowd.

Serve: 8 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: Low 8 hrs / High 4 hrs | Total Time: Up to 8 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs pork shoulder
• 1 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for serving)
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ cup apple cider vinegar

How To Make:

Mix the rub – Combine brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Coat the pork – Rub the spice mix all over the pork shoulder on all sides.

Place in slow cooker – Set the pork in your Breville slow cooker and pour apple cider vinegar and BBQ sauce over it.

Cook it – Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours until it falls apart easily.

Shred and serve – Use two forks to shred the meat. Mix with the juices and extra BBQ sauce. Serve on buns.

Slow Cooker Creamy Tuscan Chicken

This creamy Tuscan chicken is the kind of dish that feels fancy but is super easy to make. It’s got sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich creamy sauce that tastes restaurant-quality. I love it because it looks impressive but barely takes any effort. Best served over pasta, rice, or with a slice of garlic bread to soak up that sauce.

Serve: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: Low 5 hrs / High 2.5 hrs | Total Time: Up to 5 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs, boneless skinless
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

How To Make:

Season the chicken – Sprinkle salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning over both sides of the chicken.

Add to the cooker – Place chicken thighs in the Breville slow cooker.

Pour in the liquids – Mix heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes. Pour over the chicken.

Cook – Low for 5 hours or High for 2.5 hours.

Add spinach and cheese – In the last 30 minutes, stir in fresh spinach and Parmesan. Let it wilt and thicken.

Serve over pasta or rice – Plate the chicken and spoon the creamy sauce over the top.

Slow Cooker Chili

This slow cooker chili is thick, meaty, and packed with spices. It’s one of those recipes that gets even better the next day. I love making a big batch and freezing half for later. Best for Super Bowl parties, cold days, or anytime you need a no-fuss crowd-pleaser.

Serve: 8 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: Low 8 hrs / High 4 hrs | Total Time: Up to 8 hrs 15 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cans diced tomatoes
• 1 can kidney beans, drained
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

How To Make:

Brown the beef – In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain the fat.

Add everything to the slow cooker – Transfer the beef to the Breville slow cooker. Add all remaining ingredients and stir.

Cook low and slow – Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.

Taste and adjust – Before serving, taste and add more chili powder or salt if needed.

Serve with toppings – Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions.

Breville Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese

This is the creamiest, cheesiest mac and cheese you’ll ever make in a slow cooker. It’s got a rich, velvety sauce that coats every single noodle. I love this one because kids go absolutely crazy for it and it requires almost no effort. Best for potlucks, weeknight dinners, or when you need the ultimate comfort food.

Serve: 6 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: Low 2 hrs / High 1 hr | Total Time: Up to 2 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 3 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp butter
• ½ tsp mustard powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

How To Make:

Add pasta and liquids – Put uncooked macaroni into the Breville slow cooker. Pour in milk and heavy cream.

Add butter and spices – Dot the butter on top. Add mustard powder, salt, and pepper.

Cook – Low for 2 hours or High for 1 hour, stirring every 30 minutes.

Stir in cheese – Once pasta is soft, stir in both cheeses until fully melted and creamy.

Serve right away – Scoop into bowls and serve hot. It thickens as it sits.

Slow Cooker Pot Roast

This pot roast is the ultimate Sunday dinner. The meat is fall-apart tender, the vegetables are perfectly soft, and the gravy is absolutely incredible. I love this recipe because it makes the whole house smell amazing all day long. Best for family dinners, holiday meals, or any day you want to feel like a cooking hero.

Serve: 6 | Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: Low 8 hrs / High 4 hrs | Total Time: Up to 8 hrs 20 mins

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs chuck roast
• 4 carrots, cut into chunks
• 4 potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, quartered
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

How To Make:

Season the roast – Rub salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme all over the chuck roast.

Layer the vegetables – Place carrots, potatoes, onion, and garlic in the bottom of your Breville slow cooker.

Set the roast on top – Place the seasoned roast right on top of the vegetables.

Add liquids – Whisk together broth, tomato paste, and Worcestershire. Pour around the roast.

Cook it – Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours until tender and easy to pull apart.

Make the gravy – Pour the juices into a small pot. Simmer and thicken with a little cornstarch if you like.

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken

This butter chicken is warm, creamy, and full of amazing Indian-inspired spices. It’s the kind of takeout dish you can now make right at home. I love it because the sauce is rich without being too heavy, and it’s great for the whole family. Best served over basmati rice or with warm naan bread to scoop up all that sauce.

Serve: 4 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: Low 6 hrs / High 3 hrs | Total Time: Up to 6 hrs 15 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp garam masala
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt to taste

How To Make:

Add chicken and sauce base – Place chicken in the Breville slow cooker. Add crushed tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and all spices.

Stir everything together – Mix well so the chicken is coated in the tomato-spice mixture.

Cook – Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours.

Shred or chunk the chicken – Remove chicken, cut or shred it, and add it back to the pot.

Stir in cream and butter – Add the heavy cream and butter in the last 30 minutes. Stir until smooth and creamy.

Serve over rice – Plate with rice or naan and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Breville Slow Cooker Lentil Soup

This lentil soup is hearty, healthy, and incredibly satisfying. It’s full of protein and fiber, which makes it super filling. I love this one because it’s a plant-based meal that even meat lovers enjoy. Best for Meatless Mondays, cold days, or when you want something nutritious without much effort.

Serve: 6 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: Low 8 hrs / High 4 hrs | Total Time: Up to 8 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups green or brown lentils, rinsed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon

How To Make:

Add everything to the slow cooker – Toss in lentils, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, tomatoes, and broth.

Season it well – Add cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir it all together.

Cook – Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours until lentils are soft.

Add lemon juice – Stir in fresh lemon juice right before serving. It brightens the whole flavor.

Blend if you like – Use an immersion blender to blend half the soup for a thicker texture. Or leave it chunky.

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

This honey garlic chicken is sweet, sticky, and totally addictive. The sauce is simple but packs so much flavor. I love this recipe because it works with chicken thighs or breasts and goes with pretty much any side dish. Best served over white rice with steamed broccoli or roasted veggies on the side.

Serve: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: Low 5 hrs / High 2.5 hrs | Total Time: Up to 5 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken thighs, boneless
• ⅓ cup honey
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 1 tbsp water)
• Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

How To Make:

Mix the sauce – Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, ketchup, and sesame oil in a small bowl.

Add chicken to the slow cooker – Place chicken thighs into the Breville slow cooker.

Pour the sauce over – Cover the chicken completely with the honey garlic sauce.

Cook – Low for 5 hours or High for 2.5 hours.

Thicken the sauce – Remove chicken. Pour the liquid into a small saucepan. Add cornstarch slurry and simmer until thick.

Serve and garnish – Pour the sauce back over chicken. Top with green onions and sesame seeds.

Slow Cooker White Bean and Ham Soup

This white bean and ham soup is simple, comforting, and one of my all-time favorites. It’s a great way to use up a leftover ham bone or diced ham from the store. I love it because it’s budget-friendly and tastes like it cooked all day because it did. Best for cold winters, post-holiday leftovers, or any night you want cozy soup.

Serve: 6 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: Low 8 hrs / High 4 hrs | Total Time: Up to 8 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 cans white beans, drained
• 2 cups diced ham
• 1 ham bone (optional but amazing)
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 5 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

How To Make:

Add all ingredients – Place everything into the Breville slow cooker. Drop the ham bone in if you have one.

Stir it together – Mix the broth and spices through all the ingredients.

Cook low and slow – Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.

Remove the ham bone – Pull it out and shred any remaining meat from it. Stir the meat back into the soup.

Taste and serve – Adjust seasoning. Serve with crusty bread or cornbread on the side.

Breville Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

Chicken and dumplings in a slow cooker is pure comfort food magic. The chicken is tender, the broth is creamy, and those pillowy dumplings on top are everything. I love this recipe because it feeds a big family and everyone always goes back for seconds. Best for Sunday dinners, cold nights, or when someone needs a little extra comfort.

Serve: 6 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: Low 7 hrs / High 3.5 hrs | Total Time: Up to 7 hrs 15 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken breasts
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 3 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (for dumplings)

How To Make:

Add the base – Put chicken breasts, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic into the Breville slow cooker.

Mix the broth – Stir together chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour over everything.

Cook the chicken – Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours.

Shred the chicken – Remove chicken, shred it, and put it back in the pot.

Add the dumplings – Cut biscuit dough into small pieces and drop them on top of the soup. Cover and cook on High for 1 more hour.

Serve warm – Scoop into bowls making sure everyone gets plenty of dumplings.

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce

This slow cooker spaghetti sauce is rich, deep in flavor, and way better than anything from a jar. It simmers all day and develops an incredible taste. I love making a big batch and freezing portions for super quick weeknight meals later. Best for pasta nights, lasagna, baked ziti, or any Italian-inspired dinner.

Serve: 8 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: Low 8 hrs / High 4 hrs | Total Time: Up to 8 hrs 15 mins

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs ground beef or Italian sausage
• 2 cans crushed tomatoes
• 1 can tomato paste
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Fresh basil for serving

How To Make:

Brown the meat – Cook ground beef or sausage in a skillet until browned. Drain the fat.

Add to the slow cooker – Transfer meat to the Breville slow cooker along with all the tomatoes, onion, and garlic.

Season it – Add Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together.

Cook – Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours. Stir once or twice if you can.

Serve over pasta – Cook your spaghetti separately and top with this amazing sauce. Add fresh basil on top.

Slow Cooker Teriyaki Beef

This teriyaki beef is tender, glossy, and full of sweet and savory flavor. It’s one of those dump-and-go recipes that feels totally gourmet. I love how the beef soaks up all that teriyaki sauce while it cooks low and slow. Best served over steamed white rice with sliced green onions and a side of edamame.

Serve: 4 | Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: Low 6 hrs / High 3 hrs | Total Time: Up to 6 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs beef sirloin or flank steak, sliced thin
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
• Sesame seeds and green onions to garnish

How To Make:

Slice the beef – Cut beef into thin strips against the grain for the most tender result.

Make the teriyaki sauce – Mix soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a bowl.

Add to the slow cooker – Place beef into the Breville slow cooker and pour the sauce over.

Cook – Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours.

Thicken the sauce – Stir in the cornstarch mixture 30 minutes before done. Let it thicken.

Serve over rice – Top with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for a beautiful finish.

Breville Slow Cooker Vegetable Curry

This vegetable curry is bold, fragrant, and incredibly satisfying even without any meat. It’s loaded with chickpeas, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes in a rich coconut milk base. I love it because it’s a complete meal that’s budget-friendly and healthy at the same time. Best served over fluffy basmati rice or with warm naan on the side.

Serve: 4 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: Low 6 hrs / High 3 hrs | Total Time: Up to 6 hrs 15 mins

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained
• 2 sweet potatoes, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp garam masala
• Salt to taste
• Fresh cilantro to garnish

How To Make:

Add vegetables and chickpeas – Place sweet potatoes, chickpeas, onion, garlic, and tomatoes into the Breville slow cooker.

Pour in coconut milk – Add coconut milk and stir everything together.

Season well – Add curry powder, turmeric, cumin, garam masala, and salt. Stir again.

Cook – Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours until sweet potatoes are completely soft.

Taste and adjust – Add more salt or curry powder if needed right before serving.

Garnish and serve – Top with fresh cilantro and serve over rice or with naan.

Slow Cooker Banana Bread Pudding

Yes, you can make dessert in your Breville slow cooker and this one is incredible. This banana bread pudding is warm, soft, and tastes like a hug in a bowl. I love it because it uses up ripe bananas and old bread that would otherwise go to waste. Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce on top.

Serve: 6 | Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: Low 3 hrs / High 1.5 hrs | Total Time: Up to 3 hrs 15 mins

Ingredients:

• 6 cups day-old bread, cubed
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 3 eggs
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• 2 tbsp butter (to grease the pot)

How To Make:

Grease the slow cooker – Rub butter all over the inside of the Breville slow cooker to prevent sticking.

Mix the custard – Whisk together eggs, mashed bananas, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl.

Add the bread – Toss the bread cubes into the custard mixture. Let it soak for 5 minutes.

Pour into the slow cooker – Transfer the soaked bread mixture into the greased slow cooker.

Cook – Low for 3 hours or High for 1.5 hours until set in the center.

Serve warm – Scoop into bowls and top with ice cream or caramel drizzle for the best dessert ever.

Final Thoughts on These Breville Slow Cooker Recipes

There you have it, 16 amazing Breville slow cooker recipes that cover everything from hearty stews to comforting desserts.

The best part is that every single one of these works perfectly with the Breville slow cooker.

You set it, forget it, and come back to something that tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen.