Great question, Anna. You definitely can! You can even put them in the crockpot frozen but you’ll need a lot longer. I’d do exactly what you’re asking. Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight and then cook them.

I apologize, Marsha. This is a small can of chipotles in Adobo sauce. The can is packed with these little pepper. You can find them in most any grocery store now. Here is a link to them. (affiliate) I make the Chipotle sauce with them.

@Julie Menghini,
Thank you for your reply!
I do not understand 3 chipotles in Adobo.
Ive googled it but it made me more confused because it said you get them canned in adobo and you said 3.
Is your recipe actually making the Adobo and I have to try and find 3 dried and smoked chipotles?

The can definitely be made ahead of time. I think they’d be best if you pre-made and baked them and then heated them through in the crockpot depending how much time you have before they’d be served. I you will be serving them right away, pre-make them and heat them in the microwave. Just use the slow cooker to keep them warm.

@Julie Menghini, Thank you, Julie! I think I will give it a go! 🙂

I love how you think, Carrie! I think that would be delicious. Make sure to crush them finely. Larger pieces would become soggy making the texture less appetizing.

Thank you, Michaela! So glad you enjoyed them.