50+ Easy Slow Cooker Recipes (2024)

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Published: Mar 05, 2022 Last Updated: Mar 5, 2022

Nothing beats a fix it and forget it slow cooker recipe. From flavorful slow cooker recipes with chicken, to healthy crockpot recipes, we’ve got all the best weeknight meals ready for you!

Whether you’re looking for a classic comfort food, or something unique, this list is for you! There’s truly no better feeling than to come home from work and know that dinner is ready!

Tried and true recipes, from my favorite Slow Cooker French Dip to easy Crockpot Enchiladas, you’ll find something to love!

Why Make Slow Cooker Meals

If you’re new to the slow cooker, here’s something you should know!

Easy. Crockpot recipes are usually very easy. Our Mississippi Pot Roast takes two minutes to prep. That’s it!
Easy Cleanup. Your evening routine just got easier with just ONE dish to clean. No messy pots and pans to worry about when you’re making our Slow Cooker Italian Beef (and others)!
Flavorful. Allowing the flavors to meld together for hours creates a truly delicious meal, like our pork ragu!

Tips and Tricks for Slow Cooking

Tools. First you’ll need to choose your favorite slow cooker. We love this one on Amazon. Affordable and has a locking lid which is great if you’re taking dinner on the run!
Slow Cooker Recipes with Chicken. We love putting chicken in our crockpot, but for best flavor, boneless chicken thighs have the juiciest flavor! You’ll agree after one bite of our chicken enchilada chili. Chicken on the bone works great too.
Ground Beef recipes. For most recipes, we brown our ground beef before adding to the slow cooker. But, for our taco meat, you’ll love that you can toss your raw meat in, let the flavors mingle while it cooks, and then mix it all up right before serving.
Dairy. We typically wait to stir in dairy right before serving. Whether it be heavy cream or greek yogurt to thicken up soups and sauces.

Weeknight Crockpot Meals

Ready to start? Scroll down and find your favorite dinner recipes to make this week! You can even end on a sweet note with our slow cooker apple cake!

50+ Easy Slow Cooker Recipes

Nothing beats a fix it and forget it slow cooker recipe. From flavorful slow cooker recipes with chicken, to healthy crockpot recipes, we've got all the best weeknight meals ready for you!

Pork Ragu

Italian flavors shine in this slow cookerPork Ragurecipe. Cooked for hours in the crockpot in an herb infused wine sauce, the juicy, shredded pork is served over pappardelle pasta for an irresistible Italian dinner.

Crockpot Turkey Breasts and Stuffing Recipe

Crockpot Turkey Breasts and Stuffingis the perfect, fuss-free way to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal year round. You’ll love this easy, juicy turkey breast recipe!

Slow Cooker Italian Chicken Sandwiches

Dinner time is better when theseSlow Cooker Italian Chicken Sandwichesare on the menu! Cheesy sandwiches are filled with Italian seasoned chicken and red peppers in this easy recipe.

Slow Cooker French Dip

Fork tender beef with a buttery Au Jus. ThisSlow Cooker French Diprecipe will amaze you with how easy it is!

Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken

ThisSlow Cooker Sweet Chili Chickenhas a sweet and tangy flavor that your family will love! Dust off your crockpot and get cooking!

How to Make Taco Meat

Taco Tuesday just got tastier! This easy Taco Meat Recipe will becomeyour new staple. It’s delicious in tacos, burritos, salads and any other dish that you love with seasoned ground beef. And it cooks in your slow cooker with no fuss!

Crock Pot Candy

Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe - Freezer Meal Idea

Cilantro Lime Chickenmade in thecrockpot(slow cooker) or as afreezer mealis packed with flavor! You’re family is going to love this dinner, you’re going to love howeasyit is to prepare!

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Chili Recipe

ThisSlow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Chilirecipe is full of hearty, warming flavors. Best of all, it takes almost no effort to make. Just fix it and forget it!

Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe

Fork tender, melt in your mouth, this is the BESTMississippi Pot Roastrecipe. A Naturally low-carb dinner idea made in the slow cooker!

Pumpkin Chili Recipe

HeartyPumpkin Chiliis a delicious, vegetarian dish made in the slow cooker! A cold weather dinner that warms you from head to toe, my family didn’t even miss the meat in this one!

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup

Thick and hearty, thisSlow Cooker Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Souprecipe is the perfect weeknight meal! You’ll love the spicy flavor and you won’t even miss the meat!

BBQ Jackfruit Sliders

Wondering how to use jackfruit to make the most deliciousBBQ Jackfruit Slidersand learn why this food is so trendy?? It's all about the texture and flavor of this vegetarian dish!

Vegetarian Chili

You won’t miss the meat in this heartyVegetarian Chili. Along with classic chili ingredients like beans and southwestern spices, this chili uses walnuts to achieve the perfect taste and texture.

Slow Cooker Apple Cake

ThisSlow Cooker Apple Cakeis as easy as tossing a few ingredients into your crockpot and letting it do it’s thing! Top it with a big scoop of ice cream and serve warm!

Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

Who’s ready for the best everShredded Chicken? With only a few minutes prep time, you can have thisSlow Cooker Balsamic Chickenfor dinner tonight! Pull out your crockpot, fix it and forget it!

The Best Sweet and Tangy Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Recipe

Make juicy, sweet and tangy chicken in your crockpot with this easySlow Cooker BBQ Chickenrecipe! Perfect for weeknights, impressive enough for guests!

Tacos Al Pastor in a Slow Cooker!

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Tacos Al Pastoris a spicy, sweet taco recipe withpork and pineapple. This recipe is easy in the slow cooker any time of the year.Great recipe for making a taco bar too!

Slow Cooker Bourbon Chicken

ThisSlow Cooker Bourbon Chickenrecipe has a sweet, tangy glazeand justa little bit of heat. Toss a few ingredients in your slow cooker in the morning and let it simmer until dinnertime for a meal that the whole family will love.

Slow Cooker Southwest Chicken Chowder

Get out your slow cooker, thisSouthwest Chicken Chowderis a fix and forget it dinner recipe! Packed with potatoes, corn, and chicken, you’ll love the kick of flavor from the jalapenos, salsa, and taco seasoning!

Slow Cooker Beer Brats

If you’re looking for an easy, no fuss meal idea, theseSlow Cooker Beer Bratsare a meat lover’s favorite. Ten minutes prep and into the crockpot they go! Come home to a tasty meal that’s ready to eat.

Smoky Sweet Potato Chili

A delicious, hearty meal with NO meat. This veganSmoky Sweet Potato Chiliis the perfect comfort food!

Slow Cooker Chicago Style Italian Beef Recipe

Looking for a delicious weeknight dinner idea? ThisSlow Cooker Italian Beefhas very little prep work involved. Add everything to the slow cooker and come home to a hearty flavorful meal.

Kalua Pork

Grab your slow cooker and make some Hawaiian StyleKalua Porkfor dinner. The bold, smoky flavor paired with my broccoli slaw is a match made in paradise!

Chicken Enchilada Soup

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The spicy enchilada flavor you crave is transformed into a nourishing bowl of soup! Make this quick and easy sugar free Chicken Enchilada Soup recipe in the Instant Pot, slow cooker or on the stove.

Slow Cooker Taco Meat

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Slow Cooker Taco Meat makes it easy to get a homecooked meal on the table any night of the week. It takes just 5 minutes of effort to have the best spiced beef for burrito bowls, salads and more.

Slow Cooker Tequila Chicken Tacos Recipe

TheseTequila Chicken Tacosare made in the slow cooker for an easy, flavorful dinner. Chicken breast is simmered with Mexican spices and tequila, then served in tortillas with jalapeno cream and pico de gallo.

Slow Cooker Chipotle BBQ Pork

Slow Cooker Pizza Soupis an hearty soup with pepperoni, sausage and cheese in a rich tomato broth. This recipe is as simple as ordering a pizza and tastes even better!

Slow Cooker Pizza Soup

Slow Cooker Pizza Soupis an hearty soup with pepperoni, sausage and cheese in a rich tomato broth. This recipe is as simple as ordering a pizza and tastes even better!

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Chili

Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Chiliis the answer to “what’s for dinner?” With an abundance of tex mex spices and tender chicken, this tasty chili is going to be hit in your home. I know it!

White Chicken Chili

ThisWhite Chicken Chilihas all the flavor of comfort food while being lower in fat than your average creamy chili. Enjoy a bowl for dinner tonight!!

Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

Slow Cooker Orange Chickenis easy to make and insanely delicious! You’ll love the sticky sweet sauce with juicy chicken and just the right amount of spice. Better than takeout!

Slow Cooker Taco Chili

Slow Cooker mealsare not only perfect for busy weeknight dinners, but also great for weekend entertaining too! Serve this easyTaco Chilirecipe with a side of cornbread and all the fixings for a flavorful dinner.

Root Beer Pulled Pork

A slow cooker and a handful of ingredients are all you need to makeRoot Beer Pulled Pork.This tender fall-apart pork is begging to be piled onto buns and served withcoleslaw! You’ll love this flavorful BBQ inspired meal.

Slow Cooker Balsamic Shredded Beef

Another easy dinner recipe!Shredded Beefmade in the slow cooker with balsamic glazeis perfect when you cravecomfort foodbut don’t want to turn on the oven.

Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Dinner in the crock pot never looked–or tasted–so good. Try making thisSausage and Peppersrecipe tonight! Served over rice or on a french roll, thisslow cooker dinnernever disappoints.

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

Fix it and forget it, thisSlow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipeis an easy weeknight dinner idea! Recipe includes instant pot and stove top directions too!

Easy Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Curry Recipe

Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Curryis an easy Thai dish loaded with flavor. This curry recipe is packed with coconut milk, red curry paste, and ginger to give and aroma and flavor that’s better than a restaurant!

Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce

Let this homemadespaghetti saucesimmer all day in the slow cooker! By dinnertime, you’ll have a delicious marinara sauce ready to spoon over pasta or dip with rolls.

Turkey Taco Soup

Creamy and just a bit spicy,Turkey Taco Soupis a great way to use leftover turkey. Toss everything in the slow cooker today and you’ll have a delicious homemade meal by dinner time.

Grape Jelly Meatballs Recipe

Theseco*cktail Meatballs(orGrape Jelly Meatballs) are exactly what your party needs, and they’re super easy to make! Homemade Meatballs with an easy, two ingredient sauce.

Chicken Taco Soup

Warm and heartyChicken Taco Soupcooks up easily in the slow cooker. Topped with crispy tortilla strips and shredded cheese, this is an easy meal the whole family will love.

Barbacoa Beef Recipe {Slow Cooker}

This Slow CookerBarbacoa Beef recipeis cooked slow and low and has an amazing flavor! Pair with tortillas and cilantro lime rice for a delicious tex mex meal.

PF Changs Lettuce Wraps Recipe

If you lovePF Changs Lettuce Wraps, this simple copycat recipe made in the slow cooker is perfect!Lettuce wraps are an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love!

Pork Carnitas- Slow Cooker Recipe

Slow Cooker orCrock Pot Pork Carnitasshould be fork tender and bursting with flavor. You’ll love this easy recipe for pork carnitas seasoned to perfection and made to serve on tortillas or in bowls.

Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

EasyCrockpot Chicken Fajitas recipewill be your dinner favorite. No marinade, no sauteed vegetables, the slow cooker seasons and tenders the chicken and peppers perfectly!

FAQs

What is good to cook in a slow cooker? ›

Slow cookers are great for cooking cheaper cuts like beef brisket, pork shoulder, lamb shoulder and chicken thighs. You can also use less meat, as slow cooking really extracts a meaty flavour that permeates the whole dish. Bulk up with vegetables instead.

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Is it better to do slow cooker recipes on low or high? ›

Foods take different times to cook depending upon the setting used. Certainly, foods will cook faster on high than on low. However, for all-day cooking or for less-tender cuts, you may want to use the low setting.

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How big of a crockpot do I need for a family of 4? ›

A young family of four would find the 4- to 5-quart size handy. Most crockpot recipes are designed for a 6-quart slow cooker. This size can feed a large family a single meal or give you lots of leftovers.

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Can you put raw meat in a slow cooker? ›

Yes, you can add raw steak to a slow cooker to cook it to your desired doneness level.

Why is my beef still tough after slow-cooking? ›

“Beef may be tough in the slow cooker if you haven't added enough liquid, or haven't cooked it for long enough,” Kristen Carli, M.S., R.D., owner of Camelback Nutrition & Wellness, tells SELF. “For cuts of meat, the fattier cuts are often the ones that get juicy and tender.

What is the most popular size crockpot? ›

The 6- or 7-quart models are among the most popular, but that doesn't necessarily mean they're the best choice for everyone. (By the way, here's our favorite slow cooker brand.) Find yourself among the descriptions below to learn which slow cooker we'd recommend for you.

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What size slow cooker do most recipes call for? ›

Many slow cooker recipes are written for 6-quart models and can simply be halved for this size. If you'd like a little more room for leftovers or the ability to cook for a few guests now and then, a 3 1/2 to 4 1/2-quart pot is big enough for most medium-sized dishes.

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How many pounds of meat will a 4 quart crockpot hold? ›

The 4-quart oval stoneware is compact, yet large enough for a 4-pound chicken or a 2-pound beef roast.

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Why does my slow cooker burn everything? ›

This is because slow cookers cook food at a lower temperature than other methods, such as stovetop cooking. This means that it takes longer for the food to reach the correct temperature, which can cause the food to overcook and become burnt.

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Are slow cookers safe to leave on while at work? ›

Are slow cookers safe to leave on? Yes, it's safe to leave a slow cooker on when you leave the house. The purpose of a slow cooker is to allow you to cook while you aren't home. Slow cookers simmer food slowly, killing bacteria and raising meat to the perfect internal temperature.

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Is it OK to lift the lid on a slow cooker? ›

Keep the lid on.

Do not lift the lid or cover unnecessarily during the cooking cycle. Each time the lid is raised, the internal temperature drops 10 to 15 degrees and the cooking process is slowed by 30 minutes.

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