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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    25 Slow Cooker Potluck Dishes Everyone Will Rave About

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on September 2, 2025, updated August 21, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Slow cookers are perfect for potlucks, making it easy to prepare dishes that everyone will enjoy. From hearty stews to cheesy lasagna, these 25 recipes are sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you're looking for something savory or sweet, there's a slow cooker dish here that will be a hit at your next gathering.

    Slow Cooker Hot Chicken

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

    This dish is all about making delicious chicken with a nice kick. You only need a few seasonings along with Frank’s hot sauce to bring it all together. It’s a great option when you want something spicy and satisfying.

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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, Instant Pot, or on the stove. It's a hearty soup packed with flavor that everyone will enjoy. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this recipe is easy to make and requires minimal effort.

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    Slow Cooker Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    Sour cream chicken enchilada casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    Chicken Enchilada Casserole combines chicken breasts, green enchilada sauce, salsa verde, and fire roasted green chiles, along with some simple ingredients. It's perfect for busy weekends, potlucks, or game days, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

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

    Chicken cacciatore is easy to make in a slow cooker. The sauce is a tasty mix of diced tomatoes, tomato paste, bell peppers, onions, and Italian herbs. This dish is great for summer when you want a filling meal without spending hours cooking. Just prepare the ingredients and let the slow cooker handle the rest. It’s a comforting dinner that brings a bit of Italian flavor to your table.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos.
    Photo Credit: Killing Thyme.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos feature tender, shredded chicken cooked to perfection. Just before serving, you can put them under the broiler with some cheese to melt and add extra flavor. This dish is perfect for gatherings and is sure to please a crowd.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu

    Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu.
    Photo Credit: Slow Cooker Meals.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu is a simple and delicious dinner option that even picky eaters will enjoy. With layers of ham, cheese, and chicken, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare. This dish stands out as one of the easiest and most flavorful casseroles you can make in a crock pot.

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    Slow Cooker Beef Gyros

    Slow Cooker Beef Gyros.
    Photo Credit: Like Mother, Like Daughter.

    Slow cooker beef gyros feature tender, flavorful beef that cooks slowly to perfection. The beef is served in warm pita bread and topped with fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki sauce. This dish is perfect for gatherings and is easy to prepare, making it a great choice for busy nights.

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    Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

    Crockpot 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, you can have dinner ready with very little effort. This dish is perfect for gatherings or busy weeknights when you want something tasty without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Crockpot Tuscan Chicken

    Crockpot Tuscan Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    Crockpot Tuscan Chicken features a rich, creamy sauce packed with Mediterranean flavors. This dish is simple to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner that you can make ahead of time. It's a great option for gatherings or potlucks, offering a taste of Italy with minimal effort.

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    Garlic Herb Slow Cooker Potatoes

    A bowl of garlic herb potatoes.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    This recipe is perfect when the oven is already packed. It’s a great option for potlucks, allowing you to prepare a delicious dish without taking up valuable oven space. With minimal effort, you can serve something tasty that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

    Slow Cooker Crack Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Little Chef Within.

    Slow Cooker Crack Chicken is a tasty dish that's super simple to prepare. With just a handful of ingredients and your slow cooker handling the cooking, it’s perfect for those busy days. Creamy and cheesy, this dish is full of flavor and is great for any occasion, whether it's dinner, game day, or just a weekend snack. Once you give it a try, you'll want to make it again and again!

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    Crockpot Mac and Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    Crock Pot Mac and Cheese combines cheddar and American cheeses for a creamy dish that's simple to prepare. Just toss all the ingredients into the slow cooker and let it cook on low. There's no need to cook the pasta beforehand, making this a convenient option for any gathering.

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    Mexican Steak Bites

    Mexican Steak Bites
    Photo Credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    Steak adds a rich flavor to any meal, and these tasty steak bites take it up a notch. Seasoned with taco spices, they are perfect for a fun gathering. Pair them with a creamy queso sauce for a delightful treat that everyone will enjoy.

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    Slow Cooker Cowboy Beans

    Slow Cooker Cowboy Beans.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    Cowboy baked beans are an easy and delicious dish to whip up. Using a big can of baked beans, some lean ground beef, a sweet yellow onion, and a few seasonings, you can put together a meal that everyone will love. This dish is great for gatherings or a nice dinner at home.

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    Crockpot Peach Cobbler

    Crockpot Peach Cobbler.
    Photo credit: Easy Family Recipes.

    Crockpot Peach Cobbler is a simple dessert that you'll want to make over and over. You can use frozen, fresh, or canned peaches mixed with cinnamon and sugar, then topped with snickerdoodle cookie mix. As it cooks slowly, the peaches become tender and sweet, creating a warm and comforting treat.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken With Creamy Tomato & Spinach Sauce

    Slow Cooker Chicken With Creamy Tomato & Spinach Sauce.
    Photo Credit: My Life Cookbook.

    Keto slow cooker chicken with creamy tomato and spinach sauce is a flavorful and simple dinner option for busy weeknights. The sauce is rich and creamy, pairing wonderfully with fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Each serving contains only 3.3g of net carbs, making it a great choice for those watching their carb intake.

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    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 dish that combines green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese. It's perfect for potlucks or gatherings, offering hearty layers that everyone will enjoy. With minimal effort, you can whip up a meal that’s sure to please a crowd.

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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. It combines chicken thighs, onions, and sweet potatoes, all cooked together until everything is tender and flavorful. This dish is perfect for busy nights when you want something nutritious without a lot of work.

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    Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Buffalo chicken chili combines ground chicken with a tasty broth and a mix of seasonings that everyone will love. It's a hearty dish that's perfect for gatherings and potlucks. This chili is easy to prepare and will warm you up on chilly days.

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    3-Ingredient Chili

    Chili.
    Photo credit: Manila Spoon.

    This chili is simple to prepare and can be made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker. It's packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with everyone in the family. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this dish is a great choice for any occasion.

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    Crock Pot Vegetable Tortellini Soup

    Vegetable Tortellini Soup in Crockpot
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This creamy Tortellini Soup is a great option for a potluck, packed with fresh green vegetables. It’s simple to prepare and cooks in the slow cooker, making it perfect for busy days. With just a few easy ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a comforting dish ready to share.

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    Slow Cooker Lasagna

    Slow cooker lasagna.
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    This Slow Cooker Lasagna is packed with cheesy goodness and flavor. The slow cooker does all the work, from simmering the meat sauce to baking the lasagna, without the hassle of boiling noodles separately.

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    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 serving over rice or noodles. It's a comforting meal that everyone will enjoy.

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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, needing just a few ingredients and no 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 topping ideas to customize it to your taste.

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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. Once shredded, they’re drizzled with the flavorful sauce. This dish is perfect served over rice, making it a simple and satisfying meal for any gathering.

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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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