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 cooker Pork Ragu recipe. 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 Stuffing is 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 these Slow Cooker Italian Chicken Sandwiches are 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. This Slow Cooker French Dip recipe will amaze you with how easy it is!
Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken
This Slow Cooker Sweet Chili Chicken has 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 become your 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!
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe - Freezer Meal Idea
Cilantro Lime Chicken made in the crockpot (slow cooker) or as a freezer meal is packed with flavor! You’re family is going to love this dinner, you’re going to love how easy it is to prepare!
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Chili Recipe
This Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Chili recipe 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 BEST Mississippi Pot Roast recipe. A Naturally low-carb dinner idea made in the slow cooker!
Pumpkin Chili Recipe
Hearty Pumpkin Chili is 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, this Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup recipe 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 delicious BBQ Jackfruit Sliders and 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 hearty Vegetarian 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
This Slow Cooker Apple Cake is 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 ever Shredded Chicken? With only a few minutes prep time, you can have this Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken for 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 easy Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken recipe! Perfect for weeknights, impressive enough for guests!
Tacos Al Pastor in a Slow Cooker!
Tacos Al Pastor is a spicy, sweet taco recipe with pork 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
This Slow Cooker Bourbon Chicken recipe has a sweet, tangy glaze and just a 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, this Southwest Chicken Chowder is 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, these Slow Cooker Beer Brats are 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 vegan Smoky Sweet Potato Chili is the perfect comfort food!
Slow Cooker Chicago Style Italian Beef Recipe
Looking for a delicious weeknight dinner idea? This Slow Cooker Italian Beef has 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 Style Kalua Pork for dinner. The bold, smoky flavor paired with my broccoli slaw is a match made in paradise!
Chicken Enchilada Soup
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
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
These Tequila Chicken Tacos are 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 Soup is 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 Soup is 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 Chili is 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
This White Chicken Chili has 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 Chicken is 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 meals are not only perfect for busy weeknight dinners, but also great for weekend entertaining too! Serve this easy Taco Chili recipe 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 make Root Beer Pulled Pork. This tender fall-apart pork is begging to be piled onto buns and served with coleslaw! You’ll love this flavorful BBQ inspired meal.
Slow Cooker Balsamic Shredded Beef
Another easy dinner recipe! Shredded Beef made in the slow cooker with balsamic glaze is perfect when you crave comfort food but 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 this Sausage and Peppers recipe tonight! Served over rice or on a french roll, this slow cooker dinner never disappoints.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
Fix it and forget it, this Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe is 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 Curry is 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 homemade spaghetti sauce simmer 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 Soup is 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
These Cocktail Meatballs (or Grape 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 hearty Chicken Taco Soup cooks 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 Cooker Barbacoa Beef recipe is 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 love PF 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 or Crock Pot Pork Carnitas should 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
Easy Crockpot Chicken Fajitas recipe will be your dinner favorite. No marinade, no sauteed vegetables, the slow cooker seasons and tenders the chicken and peppers perfectly!
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Funny how recipes become “ethnic” if an ingredient is added…anything with pineapple becomes “Hawaiian”, anything with oregano becomes “Italian”, anything with taco seasoning becomes “Mexican”, anything with soy sauce becomes “Asian”, and anything slapped between two buns is American. LOL!
Aimee, Thank you so much for including me in this round up! I’m getting a lot of traffic from it! I’m going to pin this to one of my most active pinboards in hopes of returning the favor! 🙂
This is going to come in handy this winter. I love slow cookers so much I somehow have managed to accumulate 5 of them. Long story.
Thanks so much for including my Lasagna Soup.
You’re quite welcome. I’ve made a few recipes from this list already!!
These all look amazing girl! I’m definitely bookmarking some of these for those crazy busy nights! Thanks for sharing : )
I’m always down to use my slow cooker 🙂 all of these look incredible!
Thank you for including me in this amazing round up! I’m totally inspired! <3
You know I love my slow-cooker meals! Love this list, Aimee – pinned!
LOVE browsing through all these recipes. Thanks for compiling them!
I do not use my slow cooker often enough. So many great ideas that I had to pin for later in this post!! Thanks for including me in the round up too!
Wonderful Round Up with fall closing in! Thanks for including me 🙂
So many great ideas, I love cooking from the slow cooker. Saying hello from a fellow Ohio blogger!
And now I’m hungry! Wow! Everything looks amazing… I suddenly feel the need to turn on the crock pot! 🙂
Thank you SO much for including me!!
These are such creative ideas! love.
And that Italian Chicken Sandwich looks awesome! 😀
Oh wow, what an awesome group of recipes to have in one place! Thanks for including my Slow Cooker Green Chicken Chile!!!
Great roundup, Aimee! Perfect for the busy back-to-school season. Thanks for including my Aloha Chili!
Great collection! I am pinning this so I can easily come back again and again. Thanks for including my Cranberry Chicken!
Great compilation! I’m always looking for mroe ways to use my slow cooker so I’ll have to take a closer look.
I really need to use my crock pot more–thanks for the reminder! Pinning this collection!
Thanks girl!!!
Oh, I can see me making lots of these in my slow cooker. Nice post!