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17 Set It and Forget It Crock Pot Dinner Recipes

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A slow cooker is a real lifesaver on busy days when you don’t have time to stand over the stove. These recipes are the easiest kind—you just add the ingredients in the morning, and a hot, delicious dinner is ready by evening. Coming home to a meal that’s already prepared feels like a wonderful treat. This collection makes it simple to enjoy a homemade dinner with almost no effort at all.

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Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

A creamy pasta dish with fettuccine noodles is cooked in a slow cooker, garnished with herbs. A fork placed in the dish rolls some pasta, ready to be served.
Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. Photo by The Magical Slow Cooker

Chicken and fettuccine noodles cook right in a creamy, spicy Cajun Alfredo sauce. Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is a flavorful one-pot pasta dinner.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

Slow Cooker Ancho Pork

Slow Cooker Ancho Pork served on a blue plate and topped with jalapeno slices.
Slow Cooker Ancho Pork. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

A pork roast is seasoned with ancho chile powder and cooks until it shreds easily. Slow Cooker Ancho Pork is a simple, flavorful meat for tacos or bowls.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Ancho Pork

Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken

A plate of creamy tomato basil chicken with a rich sauce, garnished with fresh basil leaves and small tomatoes, accompanied by a light-colored napkin on the side.
Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken. Photo by The Peasant’s Daughter

Chicken breasts simmer in a rich, creamy sauce with tomatoes and fresh basil. Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken is a comforting and easy Italian-inspired dish.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Basil Chicken

Cochinita Pibil Tacos

Cochinita Pibil tacos topped with pickled red onions on a white plate.
Cochinita Pibil Tacos. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Pork is marinated in achiote paste and citrus, then slow-cooked until incredibly tender. Cochinita Pibil Tacos are a traditional and delicious Mexican dish.
Get the recipe: Cochinita Pibil

Slow Cooker Ancho Beef Tacos

Two tacos filled with Slow cooked ancho shredded beef, garnished with onions and cilantro, are on a plate. Served with a side of Mexican rice. A fork, limes, diced onions, and a small dish are in the background on the table.
Slow Cooker Ancho Beef Tacos. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Beef is slow-cooked with ancho chiles until it’s perfect for shredding into tacos. Slow Cooker Ancho Beef Tacos are an easy way to get great Mexican flavor.
Get Recipe: Slow Cooker Ancho Beef Tacos

Crockpot Ham and Beans Soup (with leftover ham or hock)

A bowl of ham and bean soup with white beans, chunks of ham, diced carrots, and celery, garnished with herbs. The soup is served in a white bowl on a blue textured surface.
Crockpot Ham and Beans Soup. Photo by Savory With Soul

This hearty soup uses a leftover ham bone or diced ham with white beans. Crockpot Ham and Beans Soup is a classic, economical, and comforting meal.
Get the recipe: Crockpot Ham and Beans Soup

Slow Cooker Guajillo Pork Tacos

Slow cooker guajillo pork tacos served on a decorative plate next to the toppings.
Slow Cooker Guajillo Pork Tacos. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Pork is cooked with dried guajillo chiles until it’s tender and full of deep flavor. Slow Cooker Guajillo Pork Tacos are an authentic and easy taco filling.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Guajillo Pork Tacos

Slow Cooker Birria de Res

Birria de Res served in a clay bowl and topped with onion and cilantro.
Slow Cooker Birria. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

This is a rich Mexican beef stew that cooks slowly until the meat is incredibly tender. Slow Cooker Birria de Res is perfect for tacos or served as a soup.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Birria de Res

Crock Pot Stuffing with Sausage and Apples

A crockpot filled with bread stuffing, featuring cubed bread mixed with cooked vegetables and ground meat. The dish is placed on a blue cloth with a small part of a table visible.
Crock Pot Stuffing with Sausage and Apples. Phot credit: My Therapist Cooks

You can make your holiday stuffing side dish right in the slow cooker. This Crock Pot Stuffing is full of savory sausage and sweet apples for great flavor.
Get the recipe: Crock Pot Stuffing with Sausage and Apples

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sliders

BBQ Beef Sliders sitting on a white plate next to french fries and green lettuce.
Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sliders. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Shredded beef is cooked in barbecue sauce until it’s sweet, tangy, and falling apart. Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sliders are perfect for parties or an easy family dinner.
Get Recipe: Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Sliders

Crockpot Funeral Potatoes (Cheesy Potato Casserole)

A slice of cheesy potato casserole topped with crispy cornflakes on a white plate. A fork rests beside the plate on a white surface, with a blue and white striped cloth in the background.
Crockpot Funeral Potatoes (Cheesy Potato Casserole). Photo credit: Rose Bakes.

This creamy, cheesy potato casserole with a crispy topping cooks hands-off in the crockpot. Crockpot Funeral Potatoes are a classic comfort food side dish.
Get Recipe: Crockpot Funeral Potatoes

Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili

A bowl of chili topped with sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped green onions, resting on a patterned cloth. A wooden spoon and scattered green onions are in the background.
Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Ground beef and beans cook all day in a smoky, spicy chipotle tomato sauce. Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili is a bold and hearty dinner with a nice kick.
Get Recipe: Slow Cooker Chipotle Chili

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks

A platter of roasted chicken drumsticks garnished with green onions, cheese crumbles, and drizzled with sauce, served on a blue patterned plate.
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Flavorful Eats.

Chicken drumsticks are coated in tangy buffalo sauce and cooked until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender. These Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks are a crowd-pleasing favorite.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks

Slow Cooked Smoky Beans

A bowl of baked beans with pieces of meat and tomatoes in a rich, thick sauce. The dish is garnished with sliced tomatoes and appears hearty and savory.
Slow Cooked Smoky Beans. Photo by Adore Foods

Pinto beans are cooked all day with bacon and spices for a rich, smoky flavor. These Slow Cooked Smoky Beans are the ultimate side dish for barbecues.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooked Smoky Beans

Easy Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken

A plate filled with shredded chicken, pineapple chunks, and red bell pepper atop white rice, accompanied by a side of black beans. A fork rests on the plate, and a sprig of cilantro is visible nearby.
Easy Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken. Photo by Whiskful Cooking

Chicken is marinated in spicy jerk seasoning and cooked with sweet pineapple. Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken is a tropical and flavorful meal served over rice.
Get the recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

A bowl of shredded chicken in a creamy, tomato-based sauce with black beans and garnished with chopped cilantro. The dish is served in a white bowl placed on a light, textured surface.
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili. Photo credit: Flavorful Eats.

This chili is made with chicken, white beans, and green chiles in a creamy broth. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is a lighter, creamy alternative to red chili.
Get recipe: Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Sweet Shallots Chicken and Potatoes

A bowl filled with a savory dish of spiced, cooked potatoes and chicken pieces. In the background, there's a wooden bowl with salad and wooden serving utensils. The focus is on the potato and chicken dish.
Slow Cooker Sweet Shallots Chicken and Potatoes. Photo credit: My Chef’s Apron

Chicken thighs, potatoes, and sweet shallots cook together in a simple, savory sauce. This Sweet Shallots Chicken and Potatoes is a complete, hands-off meal.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Sweet Shallots Chicken and Potatoes

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