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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    22 Effortless Slow Cooker Meals for Busy Weeknights

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 27, 2025, updated February 28, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Busy weeknights can make it tough to put a good meal on the table, but slow cookers are here to help. With just a little prep in the morning, you can come home to a warm, hearty meal that’s ready to serve. Here are 22 easy slow cooker recipes that will make your evenings stress-free and delicious.

    Slow Cooker Taco Beef Ramen

    Slow Cooker Taco Beef Ramen.
    Photo Credit: The Lazy Slow Cooker.

    This Slow Cooker Taco Ramen is a simple and satisfying meal. Ground beef cooks with taco seasoning, tomatoes, and corn, while ramen noodles blend in perfectly, creating a delicious one-pot dish.

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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 comforting meal.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala

    tikka masala in a bowl with rice.
    Photo credit: Hungry Healthy Happy.

    This is a classic British takeaway dish made easy in the slow cooker. Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala involves just adding all the ingredients and letting it cook, making homemade curry night a breeze.

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    Crockpot Steak Bites with Mushrooms

    Crockpot Steak Bites with Mushrooms
    Photo Credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    Steak bites are packed with flavor, featuring beef broth, butter, onion, garlic, beef, and mushrooms. Simply toss everything into the slow cooker for an easy and tasty meal.

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    Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

    Crockpot Chicken Fajitas.
    Photo Credit; Cheerful Cook.

    This dish features tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and onions simmered with flavorful spices for a satisfying meal. It's a simple option for busy nights, just let the slow cooker do the work.

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    Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

    Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup.
    Photo Credit: Simple Everyday Recipes.

    This creamy chicken and rice soup is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. It includes carrots, celery, onions, mushrooms, chicken, rice, and spices, all brought together with a touch of cream, making it a perfect meal for a chilly night.

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    Slow Cooker Cabbage Rolls

    SLOW COOKER CABBAGE ROLLS.
    Photo credit: The Food Blog.

    Slow Cooker Cabbage Rolls are a comforting dish that’s easy to prepare. You can enjoy a hearty and satisfying dinner when you come home, all without spending much time in the kitchen.

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    Slow Cooker Hot Chili

    Slow Cooker Hot Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This chili packs a spicy punch from serrano peppers and is loaded with flavor from crispy bacon. It's a hearty dish that's perfect for a cozy meal.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry.
    Photo credit: A Cedar Spoon.

    This slow cooker chicken curry fills your home with the delicious smells of curry, coconut, and cumin while it cooks all day. It's a satisfying meal that pairs perfectly with rice and warm naan.

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    Slow Cooker Vietnamese Pulled Pork Banh Mi

    Slow Cooker Vietnamese Pulled Pork Banh Mi.
    Photo Credit: Delightful Plate.

    This pulled pork banh mi is a Vietnamese sandwich made with a crispy baguette filled with juicy pulled pork, pickled veggies, and a zesty sriracha mayo. Using a slow cooker for the pork makes this sandwich simple to prepare.

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    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 baking the lasagna, without needing to boil the noodles separately.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken with Sweet Peach Barbecue Glaze

    Chicken with sweet barbecue glaze served with mashed potatoes.
    Photo Credit: Modern Honey.

    This simple main dish features chicken covered in a sweet peach barbecue sauce. It’s a quick and easy meal that anyone can enjoy.

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    Crock Pot Cube Steak with Mushroom Soup

    Crock Pot Cube Steak with Mushroom Soup
    Photo Credit: Add Salt and Serve.

    Cube steak turns out tender and tasty with very little prep work. With just cube steak, cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, salt, pepper, and water, you can easily serve a satisfying home-cooked 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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    White Chicken Chili with Salsa Verde

    White Chicken Chili with Salsa Verde.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    Slow cooker White Chicken Chili with Salsa Verde is a healthy and filling dish that's perfect for meal prep. You can make a large batch and freeze any extras for a quick and easy dinner for the family.

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    Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup

    Easy Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup
    Photo Credit: Whiskful Cooking.

    Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup is a simple and tasty dish made with canned tomatoes, basil, and a few easy seasonings that blend together perfectly in the Crock Pot. It pairs well with grilled cheese or crackers, making it a great choice for lunch or dinner.

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    Butternut Squash Soup

    Butternut Squash Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    This butternut squash soup is creamy, comforting, and super easy to prepare. With simple ingredients, it's a delicious vegetarian and gluten-free option that's perfect for fall.

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    Slow Cooker Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

    Slow Cooker Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This easy-to-follow recipe promises a burst of zesty flavors, perfectly seasoned with the classic combination of lemon and pepper. Let your slow cooker do all the work as it transforms regular chicken thighs into a flavorful and juicy meal.

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    Loaded Baked Potato Soup

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

    This thick and creamy baked potato soup is perfect for a cozy meal. Just set it in the slow cooker and let it do all the work for you.

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    Slow Cooker Corn Chowder

    Slow Cooker Corn Chowder.
    Photo Credit: Everyday Eileen.

    Crockpot Corn Chowder is a creamy soup that feels like a treat from your favorite restaurant. It's simple to prepare at home, making it a great option for a cozy meal.

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    Crockpot Whole Chicken

    Crockpot Whole Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    This slow cooker chicken is incredibly tender and simple to make. It's perfect for easy weeknight dinners and tastes just like rotisserie chicken.

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    Slow Cooker Classic Pot Roast

    Slow Cooker Classic Pot Roast.
    Photo Credit: Butter Your Biscuit.

    This is a fantastic meal for the whole family. It's a filling dinner made with simple ingredients, and the tender beef is packed with flavor.

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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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