One-Pot Wonders! 15 Easy Instant Pot and Slow Cooker Meals

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Is making inner getting tedious?? Enter the game-changers of the kitchen: slow cookers and Instant Pots. These versatile appliances have revolutionized home cooking, offering a convenient way to create delicious meals without a lot of work. Whether you’re a busy professional, a parent juggling multiple tasks, or simply someone who loves the idea of a ‘set it and forget it’ approach to cooking, these tools are a lifesaver. Slow cookers gently simmer your ingredients to perfection, infusing flavors over several hours, while Instant Pots offer the magic of pressure cooking to significantly reduce cooking times without compromising on taste. No matter which tool you use be prepared for easy dinners made right!

A bowl of chicken and noodles with a roll next to it and the pot of soup next to it.
Instant Pot Chicken and Noodles. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska

Instant Pot Hawaiian Meatballs

A bowl of hawaiian meatballs over rice in front of an Instant Pot.
Hawaiian Meatballs. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A tropical twist on a classic favorite, this dish combines juicy meatballs with a sweet and tangy pineapple sauce, all cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot for a quick and flavorful meal.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Hawaiian Meatballs

Instant Pot Sausage and Peppers

A bread roll with sausage and peppers being held in a hand
Instant Pot Sausage and Peppers. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

This hearty dish features sausages cooked with bell peppers and onions in a rich tomato sauce. It’s a one-pot meal that brings the flavors of Italian street fairs to your dinner table, effortlessly made in the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Sausage and Peppers

Instant Pot Beef Stew

A bowl of beef stew with carrots and parsley.
Instant Pot Beef Stew. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A comforting and hearty stew made with tender chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and onions. This stew is slow-cooked in the Instant Pot to develop rich flavors, making it a perfect warm meal for chilly evenings.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

A baking dish full of chicken enchiladas is surrounded by cut limes, a halved avocado, and a green linen.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Tender shredded chicken is wrapped in soft tortillas and covered in a zesty enchilada sauce and cheese, then slow-cooked to melty perfection. A fuss-free way to enjoy the flavors of enchiladas with minimal effort.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

Crock Pot Chicken Cordon Bleu

An easy dinner recipe featuring a crock pot filled with cheesy chicken.
Chicken Cordon Blue in the Crock Pot. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A simplified version of the classic dish, featuring chicken breasts stuffed with ham and cheese, then cooked in a creamy sauce in the Crock Pot for a decadent and satisfying meal..
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Chicken Cordon Bleu

Crock Pot Chicken Tacos

Three slow cooker tacos with chicken, lime, avocado and tomatoes.
Crock Pot Chicken Tacos. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Shredded chicken cooked with taco seasoning and salsa, then served in soft tacos with your favorite toppings. A simple and delicious way to enjoy taco night with minimal effort.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Chicken Tacos

Easy Chile Verde

A bowl of chile verde with tortillas on the side and a linen in the background.
Easy Chile Verde. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

This dish features tender pork simmered in a flavorful green chili sauce, made easily in the slow cooker. It’s a robust and spicy dish that’s perfect served over rice or with tortillas.
Get the Recipe: Easy Chile Verde

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs

Slow cooker bbq chicken legs in the crock pot after cooking.
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Chicken legs are slow-cooked in a rich barbecue sauce until they’re fall-off-the-bone tender. This is a fuss-free way to enjoy BBQ chicken without the grill.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs

Instant Pot Chicken and Noodles

A bowl of chicken and noodle soup with noodles and a roll.
Instant Pot Chicken and Noodles. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A comforting bowl of chicken noodle soup made easy in the Instant Pot. It’s a wholesome and hearty meal perfect for a quick dinner.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken and Noodles

Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie

Crockpot Shepherd's Pie in ceramic bowl on matching plate with wooden spoon and oregano garnish.
Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

A classic shepherd’s pie made easy in the Crockpot. Layers of savory meat and vegetables topped with creamy mashed potatoes, slow-cooked to perfection.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Shepherd’s Pie

Pork Loin Chops with Spanish Rise

A plate of rice and pork loin chops n on a wooden table.
Instant Pot Pork Loin Chops and Spanish Rice. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Flavorful pork chops cooked alongside a spicy and aromatic Spanish rice. This dish is a one-pot wonder, offering a complete and satisfying meal.
Get the Recipe: Pork Loin Chops with Spanish Rise

Instant Pot Stuffed Pork Chops

Stuffed pork chop on a white plate with a red linen off to one side.
IP Stuffed Pork Chops. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Thick pork chops stuffed with a savory filling and cooked to juicy perfection in the Instant Pot. A gourmet meal made easy and quick.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Stuffed Pork Chops

Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken

cheesy chicken with bacon and dried parsley
Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health

Chicken breasts are slow-cooked in a creamy ranch sauce, then smothered with cheese. It’s a rich and comforting dish that’s incredibly easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken

Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Sausage and potatoes in a crock pot with peppers.
Slow Cooker Sausage Potatoes. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

A comforting and easy-to-make dish where sausages and potatoes are slow-cooked with onions, herbs, and a touch of garlic, resulting in a flavorful and hearty meal.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Slow Cooker Chicken Zoodle Soup

A bowl of slow cooker Chicken Noodle Soup.
Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup. Photo Credit: Primal Edge Health.

A healthy twist on classic chicken noodle soup, featuring zucchini noodles. It’s a light and nutritious meal, slow-cooked for maximum flavor.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Zoodle Soup

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