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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Easy Set-It-And-Forget-It Slow Cooker Chicken Dinners

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on July 23, 2025, updated June 16, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Slow cookers are a lifesaver for busy weeknights, allowing you to prepare delicious chicken dinners with minimal effort. With just a few ingredients and some simple prep, you can set your slow cooker and let it do the work while you go about your day. Here are 23 easy chicken recipes that will fill your home with wonderful aromas and leave you with a satisfying meal at the end of the day.

    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 combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and hearty egg noodles in a flavorful broth. You can get everything ready in just 10 minutes, and then let the slow cooker handle the rest.

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    Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken

    Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    This slow cooker French onion chicken is simple and satisfying, using just five ingredients. Chicken breasts are cut open and layered with sliced onions, onion soup, a dried onion soup mix, and Swiss cheese. The result is tender chicken that everyone in the family will enjoy for dinner.

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    Crock Pot Chicken Divan

    Chicken Divan Crock Pot.
    Photo Credit: Savory with Soul.

    Chicken divan in the slow cooker is a classic dish that many people enjoy. Using a slow cooker makes it really easy to prepare, allowing the flavors to blend together nicely. This is a comforting meal that’s perfect for any day of the week.

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    Slow Cooker Queso Chicken

    Slow cooker queso chicken tacos.
    Photo Credit: Maria's Mixing Bowl.

    This dish features tender chicken cooked in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a hint of spice. It's versatile enough to use in quesadillas, sandwiches, or even on its own. Perfect for a cozy meal, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    White Chicken Chili

    White Chicken Chili .
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    This crockpot white chicken chili is a warm and filling dish that everyone will enjoy. With just a few basic ingredients, it packs a lot of flavor and is super easy to prepare. It's creamy and satisfying, making it a great choice for a cozy meal.

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    Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken

    Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Sweet Caramel Sunday.

    Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken is a simple dinner option that everyone in the family will enjoy. With just a few basic ingredients, you can create a delicious meal without spending much time in the kitchen. This dish is perfect for busy evenings when you want something tasty with minimal effort.

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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 without needing much work. It's perfect for anyone who enjoys the familiar taste of sour cream and onion chips. This meal is great for busy nights when you want something tasty without spending hours in the kitchen.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Chow Mein

    Slow Cooker Chicken Chow Mein.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    Enjoy a comforting homemade meal with this Slow Cooker Chicken Chow Mein. This dish combines tender chicken and fresh vegetables, all brought together with a flavorful chow mein sauce that you can easily make yourself. It’s a great way to skip takeout and create a satisfying dinner right at home.

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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 easy to prepare and is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Slow Cooker Whole Beer Chicken

    Slow Cooker Whole Beer Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Whole Beer Chicken is packed with great flavors. A whole chicken is seasoned with butter, beer, lemon, and elephant garlic, creating a tasty dish. This is a good option for your weeknight meals.

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    Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

    Chicken fajitas.
    Photo Credit: Quicker Kitchen.

    Slow cooker chicken fajitas are a simple way to prepare a big batch of this Tex Mex favorite. With just three ingredients and minimal prep, dinner can be ready with very little effort. This dish is perfect for busy evenings when you want something tasty without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken and Corn Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken and Corn Soup.
    Photo Credit: One Pot Only.

    This creamy slow cooker chicken and corn soup is a comforting dish that everyone will enjoy. It's simple to prepare and works well any time of the year, whether you use fresh or frozen corn. With its hearty flavors, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Barley Soup

    Chicken barley soup.
    Photo Credit: Sweet Caramel Sunday.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Barley Soup is a simple dish that does most of the work for you. It's filled with fresh vegetables, hearty chicken broth, and tender shredded chicken, making it a comforting option for any meal. This soup is perfect for family dinners and is sure to satisfy everyone.

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    Crockpot Salsa Chicken with Cream Cheese

    Crockpot Salsa Chicken with Cream Cheese.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    Salsa Chicken with Cream Cheese is a simple and satisfying dinner option that you can easily whip up. The cream cheese blends with the salsa, creating a rich and creamy sauce that ties all the flavors together. This dish is also quite flexible, allowing you to customize it to your liking.

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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, paired with onion and green bell pepper. It’s perfect served over brown rice and alongside some steamed green veggies. This dish is simple to prepare and is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo

    Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo.
    Photo Credit: Fit As a Mama Bear.

    This creamy chicken dish cooked in a slow cooker is sure to be a hit with your family. It's simple to prepare, making it perfect for those hectic weeknights when you need a tasty meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Slow Cooker Alpine Chicken

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

    This creamy chicken dish combines Swiss cheese, stuffing mix, and crunchy almonds for a delicious meal. Using stove-top stuffing adds a nice twist to the slow cooker, making it easy to prepare. It's a comforting option that’s perfect for busy nights.

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    Slow Cooker Lemon Pesto Chicken

    Slow Cooker Lemon Pesto Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    Slow Cooker Lemon Pesto Chicken is a flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with pasta or rice. The zesty chicken and sauce create a delicious meal that's easy to prepare. Plus, it's great for making ahead and storing in the freezer for later.

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    Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken

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

    Chicken breasts are simmered with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and honey until they're tender and easy to shred. The flavorful sauce adds a nice touch when drizzled over the chicken. This dish is perfect served over rice, making it a simple and satisfying dinner option.

    Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken and Potatoes

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

    This Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken and Potatoes is a delicious one pot meal that your whole family will enjoy. It’s packed with baby carrots, red potatoes, and a creamy sauce made from ranch dressing mix and cream of chicken soup.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata

    Chicken piccata.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata features a bright lemon flavor paired with chicken broth, capers, and dijon mustard, creating a dish that everyone in the family will enjoy. It requires just a little bit of prep work, and after a few hours in the slow cooker, you'll have a delicious meal ready to serve. This is a great option for a busy weeknight dinner.

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    Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

    Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This dish features tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy buttermilk biscuit dumplings all simmered in a rich, creamy broth. It's a comforting meal that's simple to put together, perfect for a cozy dinner. With everything cooked together in the slow cooker, it’s a great option for busy nights.

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    Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Slow cooker white chicken chili is easy to make and really filling, using just a few ingredients and no need for any pre-cooking. You can find tips in the recipe notes for thickening the chili, whether you want to use dairy or not, along with plenty of ideas for toppings.

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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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