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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    21 Crockpot Chicken Dinners for When You’d Rather Not Cook

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 17, 2025, updated April 29, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    When you're short on time or just not in the mood to cook, a crockpot can be your best friend. These 21 chicken dinners are easy to prepare and let you enjoy a warm, hearty meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Just toss in the ingredients, set it, and let the slow cooker do the work for you.

    Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

    Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs.
    Photo Credit: Slow Cooker Meals.

    Enjoy a delicious mix of sweet honey and savory garlic with these Crock Pot Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs. This simple recipe is great for a weeknight dinner and goes well with your favorite sides.

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    Crockpot Chicken and Noodles

    Crockpot Chicken and Noodles.
    Photo Credit: Bowl Me Over.

    This cozy meal comes together in just 5 minutes of prep, making it a great choice for a comforting dinner. It's the kind of dish that warms you up and feels like home.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Barley Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken Barley Soup.
    Photo Credit: Sweet Caramel Sunday.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Barley Soup is an easy meal that cooks on its own while you go about your day. Packed with vegetables, chicken broth, and tender shredded chicken, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Slow Cooker Autumn Chicken Dinner

    Slow Cooker Autumn Chicken Dinner.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow cooker chicken and sweet potato dinner is a healthy and simple one-pot meal. Chicken thighs, onions, and sweet potatoes cook together nicely for a satisfying dish.

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    Mississippi Chicken

    Mississippi Chicken
    Photo Credit: Belle of the Kitchen.

    Mississippi Chicken is a super simple crockpot dish that uses just five ingredients. It’s a flavorful meal that pairs well with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

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    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken

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

    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken features a delicious sweet and tangy sauce, combined with onion and green bell pepper. It pairs well with brown rice and steamed green vegetables.

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    Slow Cooker Satay Chicken

    Slow Cooker Satay Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Somebody Feed Seb.

    This Slow Cooker Satay Chicken is a great way to add some excitement to your dinner plans with minimal effort. Just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it do the work, resulting in a creamy and tasty dish that feels like you spent all day cooking.

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    Slow Cooker Sour Cream & Onion Chicken

    Slow Cooker Sour Cream & Onion Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Quicker Kitchen.

    Slow cooker sour cream and onion chicken is an easy dish that packs a lot of flavor with very little work. It's perfect for anyone who enjoys the familiar taste of sour cream and onion chips.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma

    Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma.
    Photo Credit: Season and Thyme.

    This Slow Cooker Chicken Shawarma is full of flavor and easy to prepare in a crock pot. It's perfect for making rice bowls, salads, or wraps, and you can top it with your favorite veggies and sauces.

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    Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

    Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken.
    Photo Credit: An Edible Mosaic.

    This easy Crockpot chicken dish is perfect for weeknight family dinners and special occasions alike, featuring tender chicken in a creamy garlic sauce. It pairs well with pasta or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

    Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie {with Biscuits}.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This crockpot chicken pot pie is a simple way to enjoy a warm and filling meal. Tender chicken and vegetables are cooked in creamy soups, topped with fluffy biscuits for a cozy dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Food Blog.

    Slow cooker cream cheese chicken chili is an easy dish full of protein, veggies, and Tex-Mex flavors. The cream cheese gives it a rich and creamy broth, making it a cozy meal.

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    Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Meatballs

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

    Homemade chicken meatballs get a flavorful boost when they're cooked slowly in a spicy chipotle sauce. This dish is sure to have everyone coming back for more.

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    Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

    Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken.
    Photo credit: Dinner at the Zoo.

    Chicken breasts are slow-cooked with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and honey until they're tender and easy to shred. This dish is perfect served over rice for a simple and filling dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Paprika

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

    This dish features tender chicken cooked in a rich paprika sauce with garlic and onion. It's a great option for a simple and tasty dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili.
    Photo Credit: Popular Recipes.

    This slow cooker chicken chili is packed with tender chicken, a mix of spices, beans, and salsa verde. It features a creamy broth that’s both smooth and satisfying.

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    Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Chili.
    Photo Credit: Swirls of Flavor.,

    This recipe creates a flavorful sauce while the chicken cooks in the slow cooker. It's a simple dish that's perfect for busy nights.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken Noodles Soup.
    Photo Credit: Primavera Kitchen.

    This soup is warm and comforting, perfect for a cozy meal. It has tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and hearty egg noodles simmered in a tasty broth, all ready with just 10 minutes of prep while the slow cooker handles the rest.

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    Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken

    Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Flavor Mosaic.

    This is an easy slow cooker recipe that brings together the flavors of tender chicken breast, tangy cranberry sauce, zesty orange juice, sweet brown sugar, fragrant rosemary, and a blend of spices.

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    Crockpot Greek Chicken

    Crockpot Greek Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    This recipe is quick and simple, taking just 15 minutes of your time. It's flexible and really tasty, making it a great option for busy days when you want a good meal without much work.

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    Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken

    Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Default Cook.

    Slow cooking chicken in a tasty mix of brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and chicken broth creates an easy and delicious meal. This is a great option for busy nights when you want something satisfying without a lot of work.

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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 more than 20 years of 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, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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