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Black oval slow cooker with glass lid, lid latch strap and side handles

Hamilton Beach

Hamilton Beach 33256 5-Quart Portable Oval Slow Cooker Black

SKU CH-VHNP-M93RW MPN 33256

A 5-quart oval slow cooker with a lid-latch strap for spill-free transport, a keep-warm setting and dishwasher-safe stoneware and glass lid

  • Name5 Quart Portable Slow Cooker
  • TypeSlow Cooker
  • FeaturesReduce messy spills with Lid Latch strap Perfect size for a
  • Capacity5 Qt.
  • ColorBlack
  • Dishwasher SafeYes
  • Lid Latch™ strap secures the lid to prevent spills during transport
  • 5-quart oval stoneware fits a 4.5 lb chicken or two 2 lb roasts
  • Keep warm setting holds food at serving temperature after cooking
  • Removable stoneware and glass lid clean easily in the dishwasher
  • Compact 8.8" height with side handles allows easy carrying and storage

5-quart oval slow cooker for portable meals

The Hamilton Beach 33256 holds 5 quarts in a black oval stoneware insert that fits a 4.5 lb chicken or two 2 lb roasts. A Lid Latch strap secures the gasket lid to the base to reduce spills during transport. The keep-warm setting maintains serving temperature after cooking finishes. Removable stoneware and glass lid are dishwasher safe for easy cleanup.

Check power outlet and counter space before ordering

The unit measures 15.5 inches wide, 10.6 inches deep and 8.8 inches high and weighs 11.8 lbs, so confirm the intended surface can support the footprint and weight. A standard household outlet is required for the corded base. The oval shape needs enough lateral clearance for the side handles and latch mechanism to operate freely.

Steady low heat holds temperature for hours

Wraparound heating delivers even, sustained warmth rather than a rapid boil, so meats stay tender and flavors meld without stirring. The keep-warm mode holds food at a safe serving temperature indefinitely after the cooking cycle ends. Stoneware retains heat well, so the contents stay hot during transport to potlucks or parties.

Highlights

  • Lid Latch™ strap secures the lid to prevent spills during transport
  • 5-quart oval stoneware fits a 4.5 lb chicken or two 2 lb roasts
  • Keep warm setting holds food at serving temperature after cooking
  • Removable stoneware and glass lid clean easily in the dishwasher
  • Compact 8.8" height with side handles allows easy carrying and storage

Specifications

BrandHamilton Beach
Name5 Quart Portable Slow Cooker
Model33256
TypeSlow Cooker
FeaturesReduce messy spills with Lid Latch strap
Perfect size for a 4.5 lb chicken or two 2 lb roasts
Dishwasher safe stoneware & glass lid
5 quart capacity
Keep warm setting
Capacity5 Qt.
ColorBlack
Dishwasher SafeYes
Height8.8"
Depth10.6"
Width15.5"
Weight11.8 lbs
Shipping weight5.90 kg
Package size365 × 356 × 254 mm

Questions about this item

Does the Hamilton Beach 33256 include the stoneware insert and glass lid, or must they be purchased separately?

The slow cooker comes with the 5-quart stoneware crock and a matching glass lid; both are dishwasher safe and no extra parts are needed.

How do I decide between the 5-quart oval model and a smaller round version for a 4.5 lb chicken?

The 5-quart oval shape fits a 4.5 lb chicken or two 2 lb roasts, while smaller round units typically hold less and may not accommodate the same cuts.

What does the keep-warm setting actually do once the cooking cycle finishes?

It automatically switches to a low holding temperature that keeps food at a safe serving heat without overcooking until you are ready to eat.

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