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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    24 Tasty Dump Crockpot Meals That Make Dinner a Breeze

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 4, 2025, updated April 3, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Cooking can be a hassle, especially on busy days, but dump crockpot meals make it so much easier. Just toss in your ingredients, set the timer, and let the slow cooker do the work while you go about your day. Here are 24 simple and satisfying recipes that will help you serve up a delicious dinner with minimal effort.

    Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole

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

    This slow cooker tater tot casserole is a simple and satisfying meal featuring green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese. It's a hearty dish that everyone will enjoy.

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    Crockpot Steak Fajitas

    Crockpot Steak Fajitas Recipe
    Photo Credit: Kitchen Fun With my 3 Sons.

    Crockpot Steak Fajitas are a great option for a quick and tasty dinner any night. Juicy steak cooks slowly with peppers and onions in a delicious sauce, all ready to be wrapped in a warm tortilla.

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    Slow Cooker Enchilada Casserole

    Slow Cooker Enchilada Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Retro Recipe Box.

    This is a tasty way to enjoy enchiladas without the fuss of rolling them up. You can use either ground beef or ground turkey for this dish.

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    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup

    Slow Cooker Nacho Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Nacho Soup is a tasty twist on your favorite nachos, packed with flavors from ground beef, Rotel, black beans, corn, and taco seasoning. This dish is perfect for busy nights when you want something hearty and satisfying without a lot of work.

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    Chicken Posole Stew

    Slow Cooker Recipe With Chicken: Chicken Posole Stew
    Photo Credit: G Free Foodie.

    Chicken Posole Stew is a comforting dish that you can prepare in many ways, but this version is a favorite. The main ingredient is hominy, which is dried corn that has been soaked and had its hull taken off.

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    Cowboy Stew

    Cowboy Stew
    Photo Credit: Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.

    Cowboy Stew is a great choice when you need an easy meal for a crowd. With ground beef, smoked sausage, potatoes, beans, and veggies, it’s a filling dish that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Mayo

    Slow Cooker Whole Chicken with Mayo.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This slow cooker mayo chicken is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table, including the kids. It's an easy meal that requires minimal effort, making it perfect for busy nights.

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    Slow Cooker Potato Soup With Ham

    Potato soup with ham.
    Photo Credit: Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen.

    Cheesy Slow Cooker Potato Soup with ham is a dish that everyone in the family will enjoy. Pair it with some crusty bread for a cozy and satisfying meal.

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    Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken

    Chicken thighs and pineapple sauce in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

    Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken is a simple dish that combines sweet and spicy flavors. With just four ingredients, this budget-friendly meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

    Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup.
    Photo Credit: I Heart Eating.

    Slow cooker lasagna soup is a filling dish that’s full of flavor. This easy soup uses common ingredients and turns them into a tasty dinner with very little effort.

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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 super easy to prepare. It includes carrots, celery, onions, mushrooms, chicken, rice, and spices, all brought together with cream, making it a perfect meal for a chilly evening.

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    Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken

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

    Pineapple chicken in the slow cooker combines tender chicken with bell peppers, onion, and garlic in a tasty pineapple sauce. This dish brings a bit of tropical flavor to your dinner table.

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    Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs

    Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs.
    Photo Credit: The Dizzy Cook.

    BBQ chicken thighs are super simple to prepare; just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it do the work. You can serve the chicken thighs whole or shred them for delicious BBQ sandwiches, making this a great option for weeknight dinners.

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    Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken

    Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Flavor Mosaic.

    This slow cooker meal combines tender chicken with tangy cranberry sauce, zesty orange juice, sweet brown sugar, and fragrant rosemary. It's a simple dish that packs a lot of flavor and is perfect for busy nights.

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    Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup

    Chicken tortillas soup.
    Photo credit: Peas and Crayons.

    This chicken tortilla soup in the crockpot is sure to be a hit with your family. It's tasty, healthy, and you can even freeze leftovers for later.

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    Lentil Tortilla Soup

    A lentil tortilla soup.
    Photo credit: Peas and Crayons.

    Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup is a simple and delicious dish that can be prepared in a slow cooker, pressure cooker, or on the stove. It's a great option for a cozy meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Pasta

    Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Pasta.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Pasta combines chicken, bacon, mushrooms, and spinach with pasta in a tasty tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for feeding a family or a big group and is sure to be a favorite in your home.

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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 good dinner that the whole family will enjoy, bringing comfort to any weeknight.

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    Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken

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

    Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken is a tasty twist on the classic Mississippi Pot Roast. This dish features ranch seasoning, gravy mix, pepperoncini peppers, and butter, creating a tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with plain white rice.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken and Broccoli

    Slow Cooker Chicken and Broccoli.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This dish features chicken thighs and broccoli cooked together in a tasty sauce made from soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and ginger paste. It's a simple one-pot meal that's perfect for busy nights.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata

    Chicken piccata.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata combines lemon flavors with chicken broth, capers, and dijon mustard for a chicken dish you and your whole family will love. With a few quick-prep steps and a few hours of cooking time, this chicken piccata will be ready for your dinner table the same day.

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    Crock Pot Salsa Chicken

    Crockpot chicken salsa topped with avocados.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    This dish features healthy and tasty chicken that turns out super tender in the Crock Pot. It's perfect for busy nights, get-togethers, and preparing meals in advance.

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    Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Chicken

    Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Korean BBQ Chicken is a simple and tasty dinner that you can whip up using ingredients you probably already have at home. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Crockpot Chicken Corn Chowder

    Crockpot Chicken Corn Chowder.
    Photo Credit: An Edible Mosaic.

    This creamy chicken corn chowder in the Crockpot is packed with tender chicken, potatoes, and veggies, making it a warm and filling meal. It's perfect for those busy nights when you want something comforting 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 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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