Slow-cooker meals are a type of meal that are cooked in a slow cooker, which is an electrical appliance that cooks food at a low temperature over a long period of time. Slow-cooker meals often include stews, which are dishes made with vegetables and meat that are cooked in a liquid such as broth or stock. Stews cooked in a slow cooker are usually cooked for several hours, allowing the flavors to blend together and the ingredients to become tender. Slow-cooker meals are popular because they are easy to prepare and require minimal effort to cook.