59 Easy Family Slow Cooker Meals (Crock Pot Dinners)
Simplify mealtime with 59 hassle-free slow cooker recipes for easy family dinners. Enjoy delicious, time-saving meals your family will love!
Finding time for a home-cooked dinner can be a struggle in today’s busy world.
Luckily, your slow cooker is a secret weapon for preparing easy dinners with minimal effort. Picture yourself walking into the aroma of a delicious meal that’s already done after a long day—slow cooker dinners make this dream a reality.
Whether it’s a healthy slow cooker version of your favorite recipes or a simple mix of ingredients that transforms into a delicious meal, the ease of slow cooker meals allows you to enjoy your evenings without the hassle of preparing complicated dishes.
Give yourself the freedom to rely on the convenience of easy crockpot meals that not only fit into your dinner schedule but also cater to your cravings for comfort food.
Enjoy slow cooker tater tot casserole or savoring a hearty stew made from simple ingredients and leftover chicken. If you’re looking for a collection of go-to slow cooker recipes, there’s a treasure trove of options below, perfect for anyone aiming for healthy eating without sacrificing flavor.
From easy meal solutions to the best comfort foods, slow cookers provide a path to delicious meals that keep your busy work nights hassle-free.
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Slow Cooker Pro Tips and Tricks
Which meats are best suited for slow cooking to ensure they are tender and flavorful?
- Beef: Chuck roast, brisket, and short ribs.
- Pork: Shoulder, pork butt, and tenderloin.
- Chicken: Thighs and legs.
- Lamb: Shank, shoulder, and leg.
Can I prepare the ingredients for a crockpot meal the evening before and leave them in the appliance overnight?
If you are short on time in the morning, prep ahead of time by pre-cutting or slicing ingredients. You could also mix together any sauces. Be sure to refrigerate them in a separate container to ensure food safety. Keep your slow cooker out of the refrigerator.
How do I choose the right size slow cooker for a family of five?
A 6-quart slow cooker is ideal for most 4-6 person families. The size is perfect for large cuts of meat and batch meals.
Sometimes, I just don’t have a lot of energy to work all day and then come home and cook a nice dinner.
If you’re in the same boat and just need to find tried & true slow cooker recipes, this post is for you. I’ve rounded up more than 25 slow cooker recipes for all of us. Enjoy!
59 Easy Family Slow Cooker Meals (Crock Pot Dinners)
Chicken Leg Quarters with BBQ Sauce
It has a homemade barbecue sauce and lots of onions to add a ton of flavor.
Chicken With Orange Sauce
Slow-cooker chicken simmers in an orange marinade. The juices are finished off with butter and Grand Marnier for a silky smooth and delicious sauce.
Mexican Carnitas Recipe Crock Pot
The pork is slow cooked all day with jalapenos, onions and seasonings.
Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Pasta
A delicious combination of easy-to-find, simple ingredients such as marinara sauce, tomatoes, pasta, cream cheese, and chicken.
Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe
This supper is filled with the most tender, juicy chunks of meat and a finger-licking, no-fuss gravy.
Easy Crock Pot Chuck Roast
This garlic and herb flavoured beef chuck roast is comfort food slow cooked to perfection with carrots and onions.
Crock Pot Taco Potato Casserole with Hashbrowns
This simple, gluten free recipe will become a quick dinner the whole family can dig in and enjoy.
Beef Ramen Noodles (Slow Cooker)
These flavour packed noodles with vegetables simmered in a sweet and savoury sauce will become your family’s ‘most requested’ dinner recipes.
The Best Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe
Honey Garlic Chicken is the perfect recipe that even the pickiest eater will love. Serve it over some rice and a veggie on the side and dinner is complete!
Slow Cooker Corned Beef with Cabbage
Made with cabbage, potatoes, and carrots for a well-rounded meal. This dish is perfect for family weekend dinner or to feed a larger crowd.
Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Recipe
Only takes 8 minutes to prep in the morning!
Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken with Orzo
Onion and chicken slowly cook in a savory sauce of tomato, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Apples
Made with sweet onions and granny smith apples this easy slow cooker recipe comes with a homemade maple pan gravy.
Easy Minestrone Soup
A hearty vegetarian dinner full of pasta, beans and zucchini.
Crockpot Chicken Tacos (Shredded Mexican Chicken)
Start a batch in just a few minutes for a satisfying dinner the whole family will love.
Slow Cooker Whole Chicken (from frozen)
Quite possibly the best way to cook a roast chicken.
Southwest Chicken Bowls
Slow cooker southwest chicken bowls are the nourishing comfort meal you need for cooler temps.
Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken
Between the sight of the deep red dried tomatoes and the creamy homemade alfredo sauce…it is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate.
Easy Crockpot Lasagna Recipe
This Crockpot Lasagna is always a hit with the kids and its a winner for me because its so easy to make on those busy weekdays!
Ham and Potato Soup
It's thick, creamy, and delicious and has some vegetables for extra vitamins.
White Chicken Chili with Salsa Verde
Make up a big batch of chil and freeze any leftovers for a quick and convenient dinner for the whole family! {Gluten-free & dairy-free}
Slow Cooker Barbecue Beef
This recipe makes tender barbecue beef with almost no prep!
Crock Pot Chicken and Stuffing
Creamy chicken and veggies topped with flavorful stuffing will have everyone asking for seconds!
Meaty Cabbage Soup
Once everything is in the crockpot you are carefree to do whatever you want. Just forget it till dinner time.
Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice
A complete meal by itself, although you can add some rolls and a salad.
Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas
Tender chicken, bold enchilada sauce, chewy tortillas, and rich, melty cheese combine to make a dish perfect for a weeknight meal.
Country Style Pork Ribs and Sauerkraut Recipe
This German dish is perfect to serve on cold winter days when you want something hearty and satisfying.
Effortless Crockpot Meatball Subs That Everyone Wants
Everyone will be saying, “Yes Please” to these Crockpot Meatball Subs.
Slow Cooker Creamy Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Soup
Hearty, creamy, full of green chiles and totally satisfying!
Crockpot BBQ Chicken Legs (Drumsticks)
How to make crock pot chicken drumsticks using homemade bbq seasoning and your favorite bbq sauce that your entire family (even picky eaters) will love.
Crock Pot Chicken Lo Mein
Chicken Lo Mein is an easy recipe full of chicken, veggies, noodles and an easy flavorful sauce.
Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles
Hearty, and stick-to-your-ribs, this Slow Cooker Beef & Noodles is a cinch to make!
Crock Pot Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe
It is loaded with tender chunks of chicken, juicy pineapple, crunchy bell peppers, and a sweet and tangy sauce that will have your taste buds singing.
Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
Studded with onions, green peppers and shredded carrots, this Asian weeknight meal takes only minutes to throw together.
Easy Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken Recipe
This easy chicken dinner recipe is easy to put together and is a wonderful Chinese take-out classic, made in your own kitchen.
Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup
This is one of the best crock pot recipes to make you feel just as warm and toasty as the Panera original.
Crockpot Mac and Cheese Recipe
This slow cooker mac and cheese is virtually foolproof, and it comes out extra creamy and extra cheesy every time. Crockpot mac n cheese is always one of the best cheesy comfort foods around!
Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup (No Chopping)
The best easy crockpot taco soup recipe!
Slow Cooker "Baked" Potatoes
This slow cooker method for baked potatoes is genius because you can throw them in in the morning then come home to ready to eat baked potatoes after work. You’ll get perfectly cooked potatoes that a great base to all your favorite toppings!
Juicy Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
It’s moist and juicy, takes 3 minutes to prepare, then just leave it to cook in your slow cooker (crock pot).
Slow Cooker Kalua Pork
Only requires 3 ingredients and can be served alone or in salads, tacos, and more!
Slow Cooker Honey Balsamic Pork Tenderloin
Honey Balsamic Pork tenderloin in a sweet and savory balsamic sauce – great over rice, on a sandwich, or in a taco!
Pulled Pork Recipe
This is an easy, crowd-pleasing crockpot recipe everyone will love.
French Dip Sandwich
Your whole family will love this one and your house will smell amazing while these are in the slow cooker.
Crock Pot Tater Tot Casserole Recipe {Video}
Six ingredients and the slow cooker does most of the work. A great family dinner, especially on busy nights!
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Pot Roast
The aroma of this English roast recipe is wonderful!
Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas
Instructions to make this easy fajita meal in the Instant Pot are also included.
The Best Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken Recipe
This slow cooker crockpot Hawaiian Chicken recipe has only 3 ingredients and is super easy to make.
Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches
These are so addicting that you might find this creamy, cheesy, bacon-filled chicken sandwiches on your meal plan for every week!
Slow Cooker Crispy Chicken Carnitas
Chicken can be made into some seriously good carnitas!
Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken
Let the crockpot do all of the work in the easiest dish of all time. Simply throw everything in with 5 min prep.
Crock Pot Creamy Ranch Chicken
Savory and creamy ranch chicken, potatoes and carrots are all slow cooked together for one delicious meal!
2-Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
To make this, simply lay your chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker and pour lots of bbq sauce on top.
Which one are you going to make this week? They all look so good & easy– perfect for those weeks when you don’t have much time!
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