Dust off your crockpot for these 16 recipes

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By Jere Cassidy

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It’s time to dust off the slow cooker and let it handle dinner for you. These 16 crockpot recipes cover everything from hearty stews and cozy soups to sandwiches, desserts, and more. Just add the ingredients, turn the knob, and go about your day while something good cooks in the background. Whether you need an easy weeknight meal or something comforting on a busy weekend, these recipes prove the slow cooker still earns its spot on the counter.

A bowl of stew with beef, corn, and cubed vegetables, garnished with chopped herbs.
Beef and Sweet Potato Stew. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops

Pork chop topped with onion gravy on a white plate.
Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy a great dinner recipe with our Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops, cooked low and slow to achieve tender perfection in a creamy mushroom-and-onion gravy. This dish is perfect for a cozy weekend meal, allowing you to savor every bite without any fuss. Let your crockpot do the heavy lifting while you relax and look forward to the delicious results.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops

Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder

A blue bowl of ham and potato soup.
Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in a hearty dinner option with this easy Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder. Loaded with ham and potatoes, this recipe is a breeze to make, thanks to the slow cooker. Enjoy maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder

BBQ Chicken Sliders

A wooden plate holds six sliders filled with shredded chicken and coleslaw, arranged neatly on a surface.
BBQ Chicken Sliders. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Ditch the fancy dinners—these Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sliders are your new BFF! Imagine juicy, BBQ-soaked chicken piled onto sweet Hawaiian rolls topped with crunchy coleslaw—all thanks to your trusty crockpot.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Chicken Sliders

Beef and Sweet Potato Stew

A bowl of beef stew with chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and corn, garnished with herbs. A spoon rests in the bowl, and a cloth napkin is nearby on a wooden plate.
Beef and Sweet Potato Stew. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This beef and sweet potato stew is hearty and comforting—just what you need on chilly winter days. I love that it cooks in a crockpot, making it perfect for busy schedules. Toss in the ingredients, and by dinnertime, you’ve got a warm, satisfying meal.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Sweet Potato Stew

Slow Cooker Tri Tip

Slow cooker shredded tri tip in a white bowl over mashed potatoes.
Slow Cooker Tri Tip. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Slow Cooker Tri-Tip Roast is one of the most delicious recipes you can make in the slow cooker. With just a few ingredients and fresh herbs, you can have this on the table with little to no prep time.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Tri Tip

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken on a white plate on rice topped with parsley.
Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken is perfect for jam-packed days and can be prepared quickly. Add all the ingredients in the morning and enjoy a hot delicious dinner with what feels like no work at all.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken

Homemade Beef Bone Broth

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Homemade Beef Bone Broth. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Homemade Beef Bone Broth is a traditional recipe that has been used for centuries as a healing and restorative elixir. Made by simmering beef bones, vegetables, and herbs for hours, this nutritious broth is packed with collagen, amino acids, and minerals that are beneficial for overall health and well-being. The crockpot makes it easy, even for beginners.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Beef Bone Broth

Slow Cooker Pork Chops

Slow Cooker Pork Chops on a plate covered with a creamy mushroom gravy and served on mashed potatoes.
Slow Cooker Pork Chops. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Crock pot pork chops cooked in creamy mushroom soup are quick to prepare and will fill your home with a mouthwatering aroma. This set-it-and-forget-it dish cooks low and slow in the crockpot and will be ready to enjoy for an easy weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Chops

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast on a plate with gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes and a roll.
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Making boneless turkey breast in the crock pot is simple and delicious! This recipe makes the meat moist, tender, and full of flavor. The homemade gravy cooks with the turkey, making it even better!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey Breast

Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Olive garden chicken pasta on a fork.
Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This delicious slow cooker Olive Garden chicken pasta features tender, fall apart chicken that simmers all day in creamy and cheesy sauce! It is easy to put together, tastes amazing, and is the perfect dinner for a busy weeknight.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Slow cooker country style ribs on a tray on top of mashed potatoes with corn.
Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make delicious Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs. Just set it and forget it, letting the tender meat and tangy sauce cook to perfection throughout the day, ready for a delectable and effortless dinner coated in a sticky sweet sauce.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili

Cincinnatti chili on top of spaghetti and covered with cheese, beans and onions.
Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili is perfect for busy days. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let the flavors meld together, creating a unique, meaty chili that you can ladle over spaghetti or hot dogs when you get home.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili

Crock Pot Pizza

Pepperoni pizza in a white crock pot after cooking.
Crock Pot Pizza. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

With Crock Pot Pizza, you can enjoy the flavors of your favorite pizzeria right at home. This slow cooker recipe layers pizza dough, zesty tomato sauce, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings to create a delicious and customizable pizza casserole. Get ready to dig into a slice of homemade pizza made with love!
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Pizza

Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

Slow cooker Italian beef on a crusty roll with provolone cheese and peppers.
Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches have tender and juicy beef simmered in a flavorful blend of Italian seasonings, broth, and peppers until it’s fall-apart tender. The result is a mouthwatering filling that’s perfect for piling onto a crusty roll and enjoying as a hearty sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew

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Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This summer beef stew is made in the slow cooker so the house stays cool. Enjoy this classic dish with a summer vegetable twist!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

There’s no need for takeout when you can make this honey garlic chicken at home right in the slow cooker. With a sticky, sweet, addicting sauce (that’s way healthier than the Chinese takeout joint) and pieces of pineapple throughout, this EASY recipe will become a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

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