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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    27 Easy Crock Pot Chicken Dinners for Busy Weeknights

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on February 8, 2025, updated February 5, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Finding time to cook during busy weeknights can be a challenge, but with these 27 easy crock pot chicken dinners, you can enjoy delicious meals without the hassle. Just toss the ingredients in your slow cooker in the morning, and come home to a warm, satisfying dinner ready to serve. These recipes are perfect for families and anyone looking to simplify their evening routine.

    Slow Cooker Cool Ranch Tacos

    Slow Cooker Cool Ranch Tacos.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Give your tacos a twist of flavor with this Slow Cooker Cool Ranch Tacos recipe. All you need are just four ingredients to whip up this easy recipe. Just a heads up, you may want to make a double batch because they’re that good!

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    Crockpot Ranch Chicken Casserole

    Crockpot Ranch Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Budget Delicious.

    Crockpot Ranch Chicken Casserole is an all-in-one slow cooker meal that’s ready to eat when the day is done. Crock pot ranch chicken is affordable, easy to make, and a true family favorite. Plus it’s a great freezer meal for easy meal prep.

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    Slow Cooker Thai Curried Chicken Soup

    Slow Cooker Thai Curried Chicken Soup.
    Photo Credit: Lauren Kelly Nutrition.

    This Thai curried chicken soup is delicious comfort food that's very simple to make.

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    Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Drumsticks

    Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Drumsticks.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Drumsticks is an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    This is an easy meal that you can just throw together and let cook on its own. Made with tender chicken thighs, sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and Indian spices, it’s a flavorful dish that’s also gluten and dairy free.

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    Crock Pot Salsa Chicken

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

    Healthy, flavorful and supremely tender chicken…all easily done in the Crock Pot. It’s ideal for busy nights, gatherings, and meal prep.

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    Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti

    Crockpot Chicken Spaghetti.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This is the perfect dump-and-go meal for busy weeknights. With a classic flavors your whole family will love, this easy dinner is sure to become a staple.

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    Salsa Chicken

    A bowl of salsa chicken.
    Photo credit: Belle of the Kitchen.

    This Crockpot Salsa Chicken is an easy way to get dinner on the table, even when you don’t have time to cook. With less than five minutes of prep and just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is sure to be a family favorite.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup.
    Photo Credit: That Skinny Chick Can Bake.

    This Chicken Enchilada Soup is Mexican comfort food that’s a super easy, flavorful entree made in a crockpot. The frigid days of winter call for warm, spicy dishes.

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    Slow Cooker One Pot Chicken Burrito Filling

    Slow Cooker One Pot Chicken Burrito Filling.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Make the perfect chicken burrito filling using a couple of fresh veggies, salsa, Tex-Mex seasonings, and minute rice. This recipe is so easy, delicious, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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    Crockpot Chicken Fajitas

    Crockpot Chicken Fajitas.
    Photo Credit: Quicker Kitchen.

    Slow cooker chicken fajitas are the easiest ever way to make a large batch of the Tex Mex classic. Just three ingredients and the world’s easiest prep and you are on your way to dinner being done!

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

    Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos.
    Photo Credit: Killing Thyme.

    Saucy tender shredded chicken is what these Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos are all about. Pop them under the broiler with cheese before serving!

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    Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

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

    With just a few minutes of prep, this slow cooker buffalo chicken chili is an easy recipe that is perfect for busy weekdays and game days alike. Made with simple ingredients, this delicious meal combines the flavors of classic chili seasonings with those of spicy buffalo wings. It just might end up being your new favorite chili recipe!

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    Chicken Enchilada Casserole

    Enchilada bake.
    Photo credit: Confessions of a Fit Foodie.

    Get all the flavors of your favorite enchilada dinner in this easy one-pot Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole – no rolling tortillas or baking required! Just layers of tortillas, tender chicken, and cheesy goodness that your whole family will love.

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    Mississippi Chicken

    Mississippi Chicken
    Photo Credit: Belle of the Kitchen.

    Mississippi Chicken is one of the easiest crockpot chicken recipes you can make! It only requires five simple ingredients and is so flavorful and delicious. It’s an easy dump-and-go recipe that gets rave reviews and tastes great over mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.

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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 dump and go recipe with very tasty results! This crockpot chicken is perfect for fans of the popular chip flavor.

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    Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

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

    Bring the classic flavors of Tuscany into your kitchen with this easy slow cooker recipe.

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    Slow Cooker Bruschetta Chicken

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

    Chicken simmered in tomatoes and garlic then topped with mozzarella cheese. A homemade tomato topping is added on top of the chicken for a very Italian Dinner!

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs

    Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs.
    Photo Credit: Primavera Kitchen.

    These chicken thighs are saucy, tender, and full of flavor! They’re a versatile main dish perfect for weeknight dinners and take only 10 minutes to prep.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

    Slow Cooker Chicken Noodles Soup.
    Photo Credit: Primavera Kitchen.

    This soup is warm, comforting, and so easy to make. This cozy dish features tender chicken, fresh veggies, and hearty egg noodles in a savory broth. Prep the ingredients in just 10 minutes, and let the slow cooker do the rest!

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    Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken

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

    Coming up with an easy dinner for busy nights is easier than ever with this Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken recipe. It’s a main course dish that adds a fun twist to traditional chicken the whole family is sure to enjoy.

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    Buffalo Chicken Chili

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

    With just a few minutes of prep, this slow cooker buffalo chicken chili is an easy recipe that is perfect for busy weekdays and game days alike. Made with simple ingredients, this delicious meal combines the flavors of classic chili seasonings with those of spicy buffalo wings. It just might end up being your new favorite chili recipe!

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    Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Chicken

    Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Italian dressing, brown sugar, and chicken breasts are combined and tossed in the crockpot for an easy prep Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Chicken the whole family are sure to enjoy. Cook it up with your favorite side dishes for a full meal packed with great flavor.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Chicken Chili.
    Photo Credit: Primavera Kitchen.

    This chili is comforting, flavorful, and one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever make!  Simply add all of your ingredients together and let the slow cooker do the rest.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Biscuit Casserole

    Slow Cooker Chicken Biscuit Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Slow Cooker Chicken Biscuit Casserole is a simple and cozy meal that you can make all in one pot. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken along with easy ingredients like biscuits, frozen veggies, and cheese.

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    Slow Cooker Maple Balsamic Chicken

    Maple Balsamic Slow Cooker Chicken.
    Photo credit: Fit as a Mama Bear.

    Tender, juicy chicken breasts with just 5 minutes of prep! This recipe is as easy as it gets for a weeknight dinner.

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    Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Chili

    Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken Chili.
    Photo Credit: Swirls of Flavor.

    This is an easy recipe that makes its own tangy sauce as it cooks in your slow cooker!

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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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