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    Home » Slow Cooker

    20 Cozy Slow Cooker Dinners to Warm You Up This Winter

    By Emmeline Kemperyd updated December 12, 2025 · Published January 17, 2026 · Leave a Comment

    These 20 cozy slow cooker dinners are perfect for warming up during the chilly winter months. With minimal prep and the magic of slow cooking, you can enjoy hearty meals that fill your home with comforting aromas. From stews to casseroles, these recipes will keep you satisfied and cozy all season long.

    Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken

    SLOW COOKER RITZ CHICKEN.
    Photo credit: The Cookin Chicks.

    Tender chicken breasts are cooked slowly in a creamy sauce, topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. This dish is easy to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a great choice for a cozy dinner. Serve it over rice or noodles for a comforting meal that warms you up on chilly winter nights.

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    Slow Cooker Potato Soup

    Slow Cooker Potato Soup.
    Photo Credit: Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen.

    Cheesy Slow Cooker Potato Soup with ham is a comforting dish that the whole family will love. It's perfect for chilly winter nights and goes great with some crusty bread for a filling meal.

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    Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken and Potatoes

    Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken and Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken and Potatoes is a comforting dish that the whole family will enjoy. It includes tender baby carrots, red potatoes, and a creamy sauce made with ranch dressing mix and cream of chicken soup. This meal is perfect for chilly winter evenings, providing warmth and satisfaction with minimal effort.

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    Crockpot Ham and Beans Soup

    Crockpot Ham and Beans Soup.
    Photo Credit: Savory with Soul.

    Crockpot ham and beans soup is a fantastic way to use leftover ham from holiday meals. It's hearty and flavorful, making it a great option for chilly winter days. Everyone in the family will enjoy this comforting dish.

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    Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Meatballs

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

    Homemade chicken meatballs are packed with flavor when they simmer in a spicy chipotle sauce. This dish is perfect for warming up on chilly winter nights and is sure to have everyone asking for seconds.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Biscuit Casserole

    Slow Cooker Chicken Biscuit Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Biscuit Casserole is a comforting meal that comes together in one pot. It's perfect for using up leftover chicken and combines simple ingredients like biscuits, frozen vegetables, and cheese. This dish is ideal for chilly winter nights when you want something warm and satisfying.

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    Slow Cooker Steak, Potatoes, and Corn

    Slow Cooker Steak, Potatoes, and Corn
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow cooker.

    Steak bites, potatoes, and corn simmer together in the slow cooker with a delicious garlic butter sauce. This dish is perfect for chilly winter days when you want something warm and comforting. It's an easy meal that brings together hearty ingredients for a satisfying dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Cottage Pie

    Slow Cooker Cottage Pie.
    Photo Credit: The Cookin' Chicks.

    This dish is a crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy. It combines ground beef, fresh vegetables, and flavorful seasonings, all topped with creamy mashed potatoes. It's a hearty comfort food that's simple to make in the slow cooker, perfect for warming up on chilly winter nights.

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    Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup.
    Photo Credit: Beyond the Chicken Coop.

    Chicken tortilla soup is loaded with black beans, corn, and tender shredded chicken. It's a perfect choice for lunch or dinner, especially when the weather is cold outside. This hearty soup is sure to warm you up and keep you satisfied.

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    Crockpot Mexican Casserole

    Crockpot Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef.
    Photo Credit" Haute & Healthy Living.

    This Mexican casserole made in a slow cooker is full of tasty flavors and is perfect for busy weeknights. It's a healthier and cheaper alternative to getting takeout. Just set it up and let it cook while you go about your day.

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    Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie

    Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie on a bowl.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Crock pot chicken pot pie is a comforting dish filled with tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce. It's cooked slowly in the crock pot, which makes it a simple and filling choice for cold winter days. This meal is perfect for warming you up and is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup

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

    This minestrone soup is a hearty vegetarian dish loaded with pasta, beans, and zucchini. It's an easy and satisfying dinner that the whole family will love. Perfect for warming up on a chilly winter evening, this soup is both comforting and nutritious.

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    Hearty Italian White Bean Soup with Pasta

    Hearty Italian White Bean Soup with Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    This Italian white bean soup is a great choice for cold days. It's prepared in the slow cooker with creamy coconut milk, sun-dried tomatoes, pasta, cannellini beans, and fresh spinach, creating a filling meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.

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    Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Slow cooker lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    Slow Cooker Lasagna is packed with cheesy goodness and hearty flavors. The slow cooker takes care of everything, cooking the meat sauce and layering the lasagna, so there's no need to boil the noodles separately. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner on a chilly evening.

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    Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

    Crockpot Tuscan Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    Crockpot Tuscan Chicken is a comforting dish with a rich, creamy sauce full of Mediterranean flavors. It's a simple dinner option that you can get ready in advance, making it perfect for busy evenings. This meal is sure to warm you up during the chilly winter months.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo

    Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo is a fantastic option for dinner when the weather gets chilly. The rich sauce, made with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and vinegar, goes perfectly with rice and some steamed vegetables. It's a simple dish that brings warmth and comfort to your table.

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    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken

    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken combines a sweet and tangy sauce with onion and green bell pepper. This dish is great served over brown rice and goes well with steamed green vegetables. It's a comforting meal that warms you up during the chilly winter months.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    This dish is easy to put together and lets the slow cooker do all the work. It features tender chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, creamy coconut milk, and flavorful Indian spices. It's a delicious choice that fits well into a gluten-free and dairy-free diet.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken and Noodles

    Slow Cooker Chicken and Noodles.
    Photo Credit: Gluesticks.

    Creamy chicken and noodles from the slow cooker are ideal for warming up during the winter months. This dish is easy to put together using common ingredients, and it offers a comforting and filling meal.

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    Crock Pot Chili Mac And Cheese

    A bowl of Crock Pot Chili Mac And Cheese.
    Photo Credit: Eat Your Beets.

    A warm bowl of chili and macaroni is just what you need on a chilly winter day. This dish is simple to put together and simmers gently, letting all the flavors blend perfectly. It's a comforting meal that will keep you cozy and satisfied.

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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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