Slow Cooker Recipes

SINGLE SERVING SLOW COOKER RECIPES! CROCKPOT MEALS FOR ONE!

by Claire Risper

Seafood
Published 2 May 2026Original video

These four single-serving slow cooker recipes demonstrate how versatile and convenient a small crockpot can be for solo cooking. Whether you're in the mood for comfort food like creamy chicken soup and corn casserole, or heartier mains like turkey meatloaf and pot roast, each recipe is designed to serve one person without waste. Perfect for busy weekdays when you want a home-cooked meal with minimal effort, these recipes leverage the slow cooker's hands-off cooking method to deliver flavourful results every time

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Original video by Claire Risper12k likes on YouTube
15 mins
Prep time
6 hrs
Slow cook (Low)
4 hrs
Slow cook (High)
1
Serves
6 hrs 15 mins
Total (Low)
Slow cooker setting:Low 3.5–6 hours depending on recipe; High 3–4 hours

Original method: Variable by recipe: 3–6 hours slow cooking

Ingredients

Servings:
1
Units:

Creamy Chicken Soup

  • 2 pieces Chicken tenders

    Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika

  • 1 can Canned cream of chicken soup

    Standard 10.5 oz / 300 g can

  • 60 g Fresh spinach

    Add in final 30 minutes of cooking

  • 60 g Frozen sliced carrots
  • 60 g Frozen edamame
  • 15 g Minced garlic
  • Crackers

    Add as garnish when serving

Corn Casserole

  • 240 g Sweetcorn kernels

    Fresh, frozen, or canned (drained)

  • 240 g Creamed corn

    Canned sweetcorn purée

  • 120 g Jiffy cornbread mix
  • 60 g Sour cream
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 60 g Mature Cheddar cheese, grated

    Sprinkle on top in final 15 minutes

  • 15 g Butter, melted

Turkey Meatloaf

  • 225 g Ground turkey
  • 1 piece Egg
  • 60 g Breadcrumbs
  • 5 g Mustard powder
  • 5 g Dried oregano
  • 5 g Dried basil
  • 5 g Salt
  • 5 ml Soy sauce
  • ½ pinch Black pepper
  • 22 g BBQ sauce

    Brush on top in final 30 minutes

Classic Pot Roast

  • 150 g Chuck roast
  • 3 pieces Small potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 5 pieces Baby carrots
  • 120 ml Beef or vegetable stock

    Type not specified in original recipe

  • 5 g Dried oregano
  • 5 g Dried basil
  • 10 g Dried rosemary
  • to taste Salt and black pepper

Method

  1. 1

    For Creamy Chicken Soup: Place seasoned chicken tenders, canned cream of chicken soup, frozen sliced carrots, and frozen edamame into your small slow cooker. Add minced garlic.

    ~5 mins

    Tip: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika before adding

  2. 2

    Cook on Low for 4–5 hours or High for 3–4 hours until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

    ~4 hrs

    Tip: Cooking time depends on size of slow cooker and chicken tenders

  3. 3

    In the final 30 minutes of cooking, stir in fresh spinach and allow it to wilt.

    ~5 mins
  4. 4

    Serve hot, topped with crackers for crunch.

    ~5 mins
  5. 5

    For Corn Casserole: Mix sweetcorn kernels, creamed corn, Jiffy cornbread mix, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.

    ~10 mins
  6. 6

    Brush the inside of your small slow cooker with the melted butter.

    ~2 mins
  7. 7

    Pour the corn mixture into the slow cooker.

    ~2 mins
  8. 8

    Cook on High for 4 hours, or until the mixture is set and golden on top.

    ~4 hrs
  9. 9

    In the final 15 minutes, sprinkle grated mature Cheddar over the top and allow to melt.

    ~5 mins
  10. 10

    For Turkey Meatloaf: In a bowl, combine ground turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, mustard powder, oregano, basil, salt, soy sauce, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.

    ~10 mins

    Tip: Do not overmix; this will make the meatloaf tough

  11. 11

    Form the mixture into a loaf shape that will fit inside your small slow cooker. Place it inside.

    ~5 mins

    Tip: You may wish to line the slow cooker with foil for easier removal

  12. 12

    Cook on Low for 3–3.5 hours until the meatloaf is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F).

    ~3 hrs 30 mins

    Tip: Use a meat thermometer to check doneness

  13. 13

    In the final 30 minutes, brush the top with BBQ sauce and allow it to caramelise slightly.

    ~5 mins
  14. 14

    For Classic Pot Roast: Add chuck roast to your small slow cooker along with halved or quartered potatoes and baby carrots.

    ~5 mins
  15. 15

    Pour in the stock (beef or vegetable). Sprinkle oregano, basil, rosemary, salt, and pepper over everything.

    ~5 mins
  16. 16

    Cook on Low for 6 hours until the beef is tender and vegetables are soft.

    ~6 hrs

    Tip: Do not lift the lid unnecessarily during cooking

  17. 17

    Serve hot from the slow cooker. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

    ~5 mins

Nutrition

Detailed nutritional information is coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, these recipes can be doubled or tripled, but you will need a larger slow cooker. Small single-serving slow cookers (typically 1–2 litres) are designed for individual portions. If scaling up, use a family-sized cooker and adjust cooking times slightly — the food may cook a bit faster with more volume. Monitor progress and check for doneness earlier than the stated time

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