Slow Cooker Recipes That Make Dinner So Easy

Dinner doesn’t have to be a hassle, especially when you have easy slow-cooker recipes to do the hard work for you. These recipes take minimal prep and let you walk away while the flavors develop perfectly. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just want a cozy meal, these slow cooker recipes are here to make dinner effortless and delicious.

Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo

Chicken with olives and orzo in tomato sauce beside a green salad on a plate. — Image Credit: Pipercooks

Mediterranean flavors shine in this chicken and orzo dish. A set-it-and-forget-it meal that’s packed with olives, tomatoes, and tender chicken.

Get the recipe: Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo

Slow Cooker Bratwurst with Onions and Peppers

Sausages and peppers in a white dish. — Image Credit: Tessie's Table

Juicy bratwurst slow-cooked with sweet peppers and onions make for an easy, hearty meal. Perfect for sandwiches or a fun family dinner.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Bratwurst with Onions and Peppers

Crockpot Spaghetti

A plate of noodles in sauce topped with cheese. — Image Credit: Crystal and Comp

Spaghetti in the slow cooker? Yes! This no-fuss dish combines pasta, sauce, and cheese, all in one pot. Ideal for busy nights when you need a quick dinner.

Get the recipe: Crockpot Spaghetti

Slow Cooker Roast Chicken

A whole roasted chicken in a white dish. — Image Credit: Chew Out Loud

This slow cooker roast chicken comes out juicy and tender every time. It’s a great way to have a home-cooked dinner with minimal prep and effort.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Roast Chicken

Salsa Chicken with Cream Cheese

A bowl with shredded chicken, lime wedges, chopped tomato, guacamole and cilantro. — Image Credit: Cooking up Memories

Creamy, tangy salsa chicken made easy in the slow cooker. Perfect for tacos or over rice, this dish combines the richness of cream cheese with salsa’s zing.

Get the recipe: Salsa Chicken with Cream Cheese

Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas

Tacos filled with meat, radish, red onion, and avocado slices. — Image Credit: A Latin Flair

Slow-cooked pork carnitas are perfect for street tacos. Juicy, flavorful, and easy to make, this recipe brings authentic flavors to your table with little effort.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooked Pork Carnitas

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

A square of enchilada casserole on a plate. — Image Credit: From Valerie's Kitchen

Chicken enchiladas made easy in the slow cooker. Tender chicken, sauce, and cheese come together for a hands-off, delicious dinner everyone will love.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

Slow Cooker Chicken Provencal

Chicken and olives in liquid in a black dish. — Image Credit: Flavorful Eats

Inspired by the flavors of Provence, this chicken dish is rich with herbs, tomatoes, and olives. The slow cooker makes it an easy, flavorful dinner option.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Provencal

Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken

Chicken in a wrap with cucumber and onion. — Image Credit: Pipercooks

This slow cooker salsa chicken is a simple, flavorful meal that’s perfect for tacos or burrito bowls. Let the slow cooker do the work, and dinner’s ready with minimal effort.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken

Crock Pot Ribs

Sliced ribs coated in BBQ sauce on a cutting board. — Image Credit: Foxes Love Lemons

These ribs cook low and slow in the crockpot until they’re fall-off-the-bone tender. Perfect for when you want BBQ without spending hours by the grill.

Get the recipe: Crock Pot Ribs

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

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Classic comfort food made simple in the slow cooker. This chicken noodle soup is warm, comforting, and perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly day.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Stew

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Hearty and budget-friendly, this stew combines ground beef, potatoes, and vegetables for a filling meal. It’s a great option for easy weeknight dinners.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Stew

White Chicken Chili

A bowl with chicken chili topped with lime wedges, sour cream, and tortilla chips. — Image Credit: Cucina by Elena

This white chicken chili is creamy, flavorful, and made right in the slow cooker. It’s a different take on chili that’s still rich, filling, and delicious.

Get the recipe: White Chicken Chili