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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    26 Dump Crockpot Recipes So Easy Anyone Can Make Them

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 7, 2025, updated April 3, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Crockpot recipes are a lifesaver for busy days, allowing you to prepare delicious meals with minimal effort. With just a few ingredients and a little prep time, you can create 26 easy dishes that simmer to perfection while you go about your day. From hearty stews to comforting casseroles, these recipes are perfect for anyone looking to enjoy home-cooked meals without the hassle.

    Slow Cooker Vietnamese Pulled Pork Banh Mi

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

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

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala

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

    Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala features chicken simmered in a rich mushroom and wine sauce, finished with a touch of cream just before serving. It's perfect served over mashed potatoes.

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    Venison Soup

    Venison Soup.
    Photo Credit: Binky's Culinary Carnival.

    Venison soup is a simple dish that you can prepare in the crockpot while processing your deer. It's a great way to use up tougher cuts of meat that might otherwise go to waste.

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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 garlic, making it a perfect choice for weeknight dinners.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Paprika

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

    This dish is warm and full of flavor, with tender chicken cooked in a rich paprika sauce along with garlic and onion. It's a great option for a simple and tasty dinner.

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    Crockpot Chuck Roast

    Crockpot Chuck Roast.
    Photo Credit: Lemons & Zest.

    A big pot roast with hearty vegetables is always a comforting meal. This easy chuck roast takes just 5 minutes to prepare and cooks slowly until the meat is tender and falls apart.

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    Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup

    Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Lazy Slow Cooker.

    This hearty alphabet soup is packed with vegetables and is a healthy option for dinner. Everyone in the family will love this tasty vegetarian meal!

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    Slow Cooked Chicken and Corn Soup

    Slow Cooked Chicken and Corn Soup.
    Photo Credit: Savory with Soul.

    This chicken and corn soup is thick and creamy, perfect for a filling meal. It's packed with flavor and is easy to make in a slow cooker.

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    Hearty Italian White Bean Soup with Pasta

    Hearty Italian White Bean Soup with Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    This Italian white bean soup is perfect for a cozy night in. With a creamy coconut milk and sun-dried tomato base, it’s packed with pasta, cannellini beans, and fresh spinach, making it a healthy and filling meal for busy weeknights.

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    Slow Cooker Baked Spaghetti

    Slow Cooker Baked Spaghetti.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Baked Spaghetti features a rich beef sauce layered with pasta, cream cheese, and mozzarella. Known as Million Dollar Spaghetti, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip

    Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip is perfect for anyone who enjoys a cheesy snack. Instead of going for a Mexican dip, this one brings all the classic flavors of a cheeseburger right to your table.

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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 a simple dish that delivers great flavor with minimal effort. This crockpot meal is ideal for anyone who enjoys the classic taste of sour cream and onion chips.

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    Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna

    Slow Cooker Lasagna Recipe With Ravioli.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Ravioli is a simple way to create lasagna, as it replaces the traditional noodles and pairs perfectly with ricotta. This slow cooker ravioli lasagna is a hit with my family.

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    Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup

    Creamy Chicken Enchilada Soup.
    Photo Credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

    This homemade soup is really easy to prepare in the crockpot. Packed with fresh vegetables, beans, spices, and chicken, it’s a healthy and creamy option for chilly days.

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    Meaty Cabbage Soup

    Meaty Cabbage Soup.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    This dish is perfect for when you want something warm and comforting. With just a few simple ingredients like meat and cabbage, it comes together easily.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore

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

    Chicken cacciatore is simple to prepare in a slow cooker. The rich sauce combines diced tomatoes, tomato paste, bell peppers, onion, and Italian spices.

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    Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs

    Slow cooker country style ribs served with mashed potatoes.
    Photo Credit: The Cheerful Cook.

    These fall-apart ribs are incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. It's a great dish for when you're short on time and still want something delicious.

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    Homemade Hot Dog Chili Sauce

    Homemade Hot Dog Chili Sauce.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This chili is great for topping chili dogs or even an open face burger. It's thick with just the right amount of spice and flavor.

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    Slow Cooker Jamaican Jerk Chicken

    Slow Cooker Jamaican Jerk Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Jamaican Jerk Chicken recipe adds a flavorful twist to chicken thighs with a simple homemade seasoning. It's a great way to enjoy a delicious meal with minimal effort.

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    Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken

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

    An easy dinner is simple to prepare with this Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken recipe. This dish puts a fun spin on regular chicken that everyone in the family will love.

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    Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

    Buffalo Chicken Chili (Slow Cooker)
    Photo Credit: The Nessy Kitchen.

    This slow cooker buffalo chicken chili is a simple dish that’s great for busy weekdays or game days. It blends classic chili flavors with a spicy buffalo twist, making it a meal you’ll love.

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    Crock Pot Cheesy Potatoes

    Crock Pot Cheesy Potatoes.
    Photo credit: Recipes From a Pantry.

    Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes is the ultimate easy comfort food. Making this delicious cheesy potato side dish in your slow cooker is incredibly easy – just dump, set, and forget it!

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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 busy weeknights.

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    Beef and Barley Stew

    Beef and Barley Stew.
    Photo Credit Chew Out Loud.

    This stew is cooked in the slow cooker, resulting in a tender and tasty meal that's super simple to prepare. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something hearty without putting in a lot of work.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

    Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs.
    Photo Credit: Primavera Kitchen.

    Chicken thighs are juicy and packed with flavor. This is a great main dish for weeknight dinners and only takes 10 minutes to prepare.

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    Slow Cooker Classic Pot Roast

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

    This is a great 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 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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