Let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting. These dinners simmer to perfection, filling your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas and big flavor. Set it, forget it, and come back to pure comfort.

Slow Cooker Boneless Turkey Breast

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

Juicy, tender, and flavorful—this boneless turkey breast made in the Crock Pot is perfect for small Thanksgiving gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. It cooks slowly in its own juices for maximum flavor and comes complete with easy homemade gravy. You’ll love how effortless and foolproof it is.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Boneless Turkey Breast

Slow cooker fajitas

Wrap with steak fajitas, avocados and lime in it and limes and more ingredients around the wrap.
Slow cooker fajitas. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

These slow cooker beef fajitas are the ultimate hands-off dinner win. Toss everything in, let it cook low and slow, and come home to tender, flavorful fajita filling ready for tortillas or rice bowls. Easy, customizable, and always crowd-pleasing.
Get the Recipe: Slow cooker fajitas

Slow Cooker Chili Mac

Cheese covered slow cooker chili mac in the crock pot with a wooden spoon.
Slow Cooker Chili Mac. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Two comfort food favorites—chili and mac & cheese—come together in one slow cooker for the ultimate cozy dinner. It’s hearty, cheesy, and full of flavor, yet surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for busy nights when you want comfort without the cleanup.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chili Mac

Crock Pot Beef and Noodles

Closeup of Slow Cooker beef with egg noodles.
Crock Pot Beef and Noodles. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Tender beef and soft noodles simmer together for hours in this comforting, old-fashioned slow cooker dish. It’s rich, savory, and as cozy as a home-cooked meal should be. Great for busy families or cold evenings when you want something satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Beef and Noodles

Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

White bowl with tuscan chicken, rice, leeks and sundried tomato in it with fresh basil beside it.
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

This creamy Tuscan chicken combines garlic, leeks, and basil for a dish that tastes like it came straight from an Italian kitchen. The slow cooker brings out deep, rich flavors while keeping the chicken tender. It’s Whole30-friendly and perfect for an easy yet elegant dinner.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

Slow Cooker Pork Chops

Slow cooker pork chops with rice and sauce on a plate.
Slow Cooker Pork Chops. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Let your slow cooker do the work with these tender, juicy pork chops. They’re full of flavor and make for a hearty dinner that practically cooks itself. Just set it in the morning and come home to comfort on a plate.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Chops

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.

These country-style ribs turn out fall-apart tender with the help of your slow cooker. A blend of honey, BBQ sauce, and peach preserves adds a sweet, smoky glaze you’ll want to pour over everything. Simple to prep and guaranteed to impress.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs

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 creamy chicken dish is the perfect comfort food for busy days. With a rich sauce and tender meat, it’s hearty, flavorful, and satisfying. Serve it with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for an easy, complete meal.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken

Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

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

Enjoy restaurant-quality pasta at home with this creamy, cheesy Olive Garden-inspired slow cooker meal. The chicken becomes fall-apart tender as it cooks all day in the rich sauce. It’s a low-effort recipe that feels like an indulgence.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta

Salisbury Steak In The Slow Cooker (Gluten Free)

White plate with salisbury steak on it and a mushroom on top of them.
Salisbury Steak In The Slow Cooker (Gluten Free). Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

These juicy Salisbury steak patties are simmered in a savory mushroom gravy for the ultimate comfort meal. Slow-cooked to perfection, they’re tender, flavorful, and completely gluten-free. Ideal for Sunday dinners or any night you crave something classic.
Get the Recipe: Salisbury Steak In The Slow Cooker (Gluten Free)

Slow cooker chicken pot pie

Wooden spoon scooping our dairy-free chicken pot pie from a slow cooker.
Slow cooker chicken pot pie. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

All the creamy, cozy flavor of classic chicken pot pie—without the hassle of a crust. This slow cooker version is dairy-free, gluten-free, and totally satisfying. It’s healthy comfort food at its finest.
Get the Recipe: Slow cooker chicken pot pie

Slow cooker honey mustard chicken

Black slow cooker with honey mustard chicken thighs topped with parsley and a wooden spoon in it.
Slow cooker honey mustard chicken. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Sweet, tangy, and perfectly balanced, this honey mustard chicken cooks to tender perfection in the slow cooker. It’s a go-to weeknight meal that pairs beautifully with rice, veggies, or potatoes. Minimal prep, maximum flavor.
Get the Recipe: Slow cooker honey mustard chicken

Dairy free slow cooker chicken alfredo

white bowl with chicken pasta with sundried tomatoes and peas and garlic and a light linen around the bowl.
Dairy free slow cooker chicken alfredo. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Creamy, dreamy Alfredo without the dairy? Yes, please. This slow cooker chicken Alfredo features a luscious sauce that’s entirely dairy-free but just as indulgent. It’s a wholesome, comforting dinner that’s perfect for busy nights.
Get the Recipe: Dairy free slow cooker chicken alfredo

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.

These BBQ chicken legs come out juicy, tender, and coated in the perfect smoky-sweet sauce. They’re a true set-it-and-forget-it recipe that’s great for parties, game days, or simple family dinners. You’ll never miss the grill.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs

Slow Cooker Pepper Steak

A bowl of rice with meat and peppers in front of a slow cooker.
Slow Cooker Pepper Steak. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

This pepper steak is bursting with savory flavor, thanks to tender beef and colorful bell peppers slow-cooked in a rich sauce. It’s simple to prepare and full of that classic takeout-style taste—made right at home.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pepper Steak

Slow cooker beef and broccoli

White bowl with beef and broccoli and rice with someone holding chopsticks over it.
Slow cooker beef and broccoli. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Skip the takeout and make this tender beef and broccoli right in your slow cooker. It’s gluten-free, flavorful, and ready when you are. A simple yet satisfying meal that pairs perfectly with rice.
Get the Recipe: Slow cooker beef and broccoli

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey garlic chicken in a bowl served over rice.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sticky, sweet, and incredibly flavorful—this honey garlic chicken tastes even better than takeout. The sauce is perfectly balanced with hints of pineapple for extra depth. A must-try family favorite that’s effortless to make.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Slow Cooker Pork Loin in Crock Pot

Pork tenderloin on a cutting board next to a slow cooker.
Slow Cooker Pork Loin in Crock Pot. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

This slow cooker pork loin turns out so tender it practically melts in your mouth. Each bite is juicy and full of flavor, thanks to low-and-slow cooking. It’s the kind of foolproof recipe that turns ordinary nights into something special.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Loin in Crock Pot

Slow cooker chicken terriyaki

White bowl with rice and teriyaki chicken topped with green onions with chop sticks on the bowl and more green onions behind it.
Slow cooker chicken terriyaki. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

This easy chicken teriyaki comes together with just 10 minutes of prep time. The honey-sweetened sauce adds the perfect touch of Asian-inspired flavor, making it ideal for rice bowls or meal prep. Simple, healthy, and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Slow cooker chicken terriyaki

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.

Bring bold, comforting flavors to your table with this hearty Cincinnati chili. Made with ground beef, warm spices, and tomato sauce, it’s the perfect dump-and-go recipe. Serve it over pasta or hot dogs for a classic Midwestern twist.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili

Slow Cooker Barbacoa

Barbacoa tacos on a tray topped with peppers and onions.
Slow Cooker Barbacoa. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Recreate Chipotle’s famous Barbacoa at home with this tender, flavorful slow cooker version. Packed with smoky spices and juicy beef, it’s perfect for tacos, burritos, or bowls. A true crowd-pleaser that’s easier than you think.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Barbacoa

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