Mother's Day Prep: How Your Air Fryer, Instant Pot and Crock Pot Can Make One of These 17 Great Dishes for Mom

Skip the stress and let your Air Fryer, Instant Pot and Crock Pot do the heavy lifting this Mother’s Day. These kitchen gadgets team up to turn simple ingredients into 17 unexpected dishes that’ll make Mom wonder if you hired a chef. Spoiler alert: you didn’t.

Three slices of Hawaiian Roll Pumpkin French toast topped with whipped cream and syrup on a white plate. — Hawaiian Roll Pumpkin French Toast. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Air Fryer Smores

Two s'mores with graham crackers, melted chocolate, and roasted marshmallows on a teal plate. — Air Fryer Smores. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Air Fryer Smores make a quick and fun dessert for Mother’s Day. Toast marshmallows and melt chocolate between graham crackers in minutes. It’s a sweet treat that’s easy to whip up with your air fryer.
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Air Fryer Baked Potato

Air Fryer Baked Potato cooks a fluffy, crispy potato fast. Perfect for a simple side dish on Mother’s Day. Just pop a potato in your air fryer and enjoy a perfectly cooked spud with minimal effort and no oven needed.
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Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings in the Air Fryer

A bowl of sesame-coated cauliflower topped with sliced green onions. — Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings in the Air Fryer. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings in the Air Fryer make a tasty, crispy vegetarian snack. Toss cauliflower in teriyaki sauce and air fry until golden. It’s a fun way to treat Mom with something light and full of flavor.
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Fried Chicken in the Crock Pot

Two cooked chicken thighs on a red dish, a bowl of cherry tomatoes behind, and a slow cooker in the background. — Fried Chicken in the Crock Pot. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Fried Chicken in the Crock Pot gives you tender, juicy chicken with crispy skin without frying. Add chicken dredged in flour and spices to your slow cooker and come back to a comforting, easy dinner that Mom will love.
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Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast

A Crock-Pot slow cooker on a kitchen counter with bread slices arranged inside, the lid is on and the appliance is set to — Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast is a perfect Mother’s Day breakfast. Layer bread and in your slow cooker before bed and wake up to a warm, custardy breakfast that’s ready to serve with no morning rush.
Get the Recipe: Overnight Slow Cooker French Toast

Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini

Close-up of pasta and pieces of meat boiling in a creamy sauce in a pan, reminiscent of Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo, being stirred with a wooden spoon. — Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Crock Pot Copycat Olive Garden Chicken Alfredo with Tortellini makes creamy pasta with tender chicken. Add chicken and tortellini to your slow cooker and enjoy a rich, comforting meal that’s easy to prepare.
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Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole

A Crock-Pot filled with golden-brown baked biscuits. The lid is partially open, showing the evenly cooked tops. — Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole layers sweet rolls and custard for a tropical breakfast treat. Toss ingredients in the slow cooker overnight and wake up to a delicious, no-fuss Mother’s Day meal.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Hawaiian Roll French Toast Casserole

Crock Pot Chocolate Nut Clusters

Crock Pot Chocolate Nut Clusters are a simple sweet treat for Mom. Melt chocolate and mixed nuts in your slow cooker for easy clusters that set while you relax and enjoy the day.
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Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip makes a creamy, cheesy appetizer that’s perfect for Mother’s Day. Toss spinach and artichokes in your slow cooker and serve warm with chips or bread for a tasty starter.
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Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken

Close-up of a spoonful of macaroni with shredded chicken and tomatoes being lifted from a slow cooker filled with the same mixture. — Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken cooks chicken in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and herbs. Add pasta at the very end so you can serve the marry me chicken over your favorite pasta to impress Mom.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Chili with Cola

A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese and green onions, surrounded by avocado slices and a can of Coca-Cola, on a wooden table with a blue cloth. — Slow Cooker Chicken Chili with Cola. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Slow Cooker Chicken Chili with Cola is a sweet and spicy chili that’s fun for Mother’s Day. Add chicken, beans and cola to your slow cooker and come back to a bold, flavorful meal with no extra work.
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Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches with Chicken

A sandwich with shredded chicken and melted cheese is dipped into a bowl of brown sauce, garnished with parsley. — Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches with Chicken. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches with Chicken slow cook chicken in broth until tender. Serve on rolls for an easy, tasty sandwich dinner that Mom will appreciate without any extra kitchen time.
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Dr. Pepper Sloppy Joes in the Crock Pot

Three sloppy joe sandwiches filled with ground meat and sauce are placed on a white plate. — Dr. Pepper Sloppy Joes in the Crock Pot. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Dr. Pepper Sloppy Joes in the Crock Pot mix ground beef and Dr. Pepper for a sweet and tangy sloppy joe filling. Add beef and start slow cooking for a casual Mother’s Day meal that’s simple and delicious.
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Instant Pot Iced Tea with Ginger and Peach

Two glasses of iced tea with peach slices and mint sprigs, next to whole peaches, on a wooden surface. — Instant Pot Iced Tea with Ginger and Peach. Photo credit: On and Off Keto.

Instant Pot Iced Tea with Ginger and Peach brews refreshing tea fast. Use fresh ginger and peach slices for a bright, flavorful drink that’s perfect to serve on Mother’s Day with minimal prep and no stove needed.
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Instant Pot Pork Lo Mein

Instant Pot Pork Lo Mein brings takeout flavors home fast. Toss pork, noodles and veggies in your Instant Pot for a quick, tasty dinner that’s perfect for a busy Mother’s Day when you might have ordered in Chinese food but wanted to make something homemade instead.
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Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake

Close-up of a dessert topped with sliced apples, pecans, and a drizzle of caramel sauce. — Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake is a creamy dessert with warm apple and spice flavors. Use your Instant Pot to cook it quickly and impress Mom with a homemade cheesecake that’s both easy and special.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Apple Cinnamon Cheesecake

Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

Four ears of corn are cooked in an air fryer basket. — Air Fryer Corn on the Cob. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Air Fryer Corn on the Cob cooks sweet corn fast with a little char and crisp. Perfect as a simple side for Mother’s Day meals. Just season and air fry for a fresh, tasty addition to the table with no fuss.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Corn on the Cob