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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    16 Kid-Approved Dump-and-Go Slow Cooker Dishes

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 24, 2025, updated March 26, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Finding meals that kids will actually eat can be a challenge, especially on busy days. These 16 slow cooker recipes are perfect for families, allowing you to simply dump in the ingredients and let the cooker do the work. With minimal prep and plenty of flavor, these dishes are sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

    Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Slow cooker lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    Slow Cooker Lasagna is loaded with cheese and flavor. The slow cooker handles everything, from cooking the meat sauce to layering the lasagna, so you don’t have to boil the noodles separately.

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    Loaded Baked Potato Soup

    A bowl of creamy soup.
    Photo credit: Peas and Crayons.

    This thick and creamy loaded baked potato soup is perfect for busy nights when you want something comforting. Just toss everything in the slow cooker and let it do its magic.

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    Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole

    Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This easy slow cooker casserole combines green beans, cream of mushroom soup, tater tots, and cheddar cheese. It's a hearty dish that everyone will enjoy.

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    Crock Pot Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken

    Crock Pot Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    Hawaiian Pineapple chicken is a delicious dish that practically cooks itself. With just a little prep time, your slow cooker or instant pot will handle the rest.

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    Loaded Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

    Loaded Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes.
    Photo credit: Neighbor Food Blog.

    This simple recipe is a hit with the whole family and only requires 15 minutes of prep time. It's perfect for busy nights when you want a comforting meal ready to go.

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    Crock Pot Pork Chops and Gravy

    Crock Pot Pork Chops and Gravy.
    Photo Credit: One Hot Oven.

    Crock Pot Pork Chops and Gravy are super tender and simmer in a creamy mushroom and onion sauce. This is a great meal for busy weeknights that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Juicy Slow Cooker Corned Beef

    Juicy Slow Cooker Corned Beef.
    Photo Credit: The Kitchen Girl.

    This is an easy way to prepare a classic corned beef and cabbage meal. Cooking it slowly makes the meat really tender and flavorful.

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    Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    Enchilada bake.
    Photo credit: Confessions of a Fit Foodie.

    This dish combines all the great flavors of enchiladas in a simple slow cooker recipe. With layers of tortillas, juicy chicken, and plenty of cheese, it's a meal that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup

    Easy Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup Recipe
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    This slow cooker minestrone soup is a filling vegetarian meal packed with pasta, beans, and zucchini. It's a simple and tasty dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Meatballs

    Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Meatballs.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Chicken meatballs simmered in a spicy chipotle sauce bring a lot of flavor to the table. This dish is sure to please everyone and keep them coming back for seconds.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas.
    Photo Credit: Britney Breaks Bread.

    This dish features tender shredded chicken, red bell pepper, green chiles, and onions simmered in a flavorful red enchilada sauce. Top it off with corn tortillas, olives, and extra cheese for a delicious one-pot meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Gravy

    Slow Cooker Pot Roast with Gravy.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Comfort food brings warmth and satisfaction to any meal. This dish is hearty and packed with delicious flavors that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Baked Spaghetti

    Slow Cooker Baked Spaghetti.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Baked Spaghetti features a hearty beef sauce mixed with pasta, cream cheese, and mozzarella. Known as Million Dollar Spaghetti, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

    Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta.
    Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This dish is cozy and satisfying, featuring tender chicken and creamy sauce mixed with long pasta. It's a great option for chilly evenings when you want something easy to prepare.

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    Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken

    Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Add Salt & Serve.

    This chicken turns out really tender and is smothered in a creamy peanut sauce that's packed with flavor. With just five simple ingredients, you can quickly mix the sauce, pour it over the chicken, and let the slow cooker do the work.

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    Crockpot Steak Bites

    Crockpot Steak Bites
    Photo Credit: Easy Family Recipes.

    Crockpot Steak Bites are a simple and affordable way to enjoy tasty beef without spending much. This easy slow cooker meal is quick to prepare and results in tender, flavorful bites that are perfect for dipping with bread.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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