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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    Set It and Forget It: 23 Easy Slow Cooker Recipes for Busy Nights

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 17, 2025, updated February 28, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Busy nights can make cooking feel like a chore, but slow cookers are here to help. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, you can set your meal to cook while you go about your day. These easy recipes will have you enjoying a warm, satisfying dinner without the hassle.

    Slow Cooker Lamb Curry

    Slow Cooker Lamb Curry.
    Photo Credit: Veena Azmanov.

    This Indian lamb curry is easy to prepare; just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it do its thing. The lamb cooks with flavorful curry powder and creamy coconut milk until it's tender and ready to enjoy.

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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 dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and only takes 10 minutes to prepare.

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    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole

    Slow Cooker Mexican Bubble Up Casserole.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This Mexican Bubble Up Casserole is a slow-cooked dish packed with all the delicious flavors of a classic Mexican pizza. With just five simple ingredients, it’s an easy meal that your family will love.

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    Loaded Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

    Loaded Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes.
    Photo credit: Neighbor Food Blog.

    This simple recipe is a hit with the family and only requires 15 minutes of prep time. It's perfect for classic comfort food that you can prepare in advance.

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    Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Drumsticks

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

    This is a simple dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without a lot of work.

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    Slow Cooker V8 Chili

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

    This chili is packed with vegetables from the V8 juice in the sauce. It's a large batch, perfect for freezing or sharing with friends.

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    Crispy Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas

    Crispy Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Recipe
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Slow cooker pork carnitas are easy to prepare, needing only 10 minutes of your time before they simmer all afternoon. You'll enjoy tender, shredded pork with crispy edges wrapped in soft flour tortillas, topped with diced onion and cilantro, making this a meal your family will love.

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    Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

    Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes.
    Photo Credit: I Heart Eating.

    Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes are a simple dinner option that cooks itself in the crock pot. Ground beef and vegetables blend together for a delicious meal that's great for busy days.

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    Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This soup is perfect for anyone who enjoys stuffed peppers. It's a filling meal, especially when served with cheese and breadsticks.

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    Meaty Cabbage Soup

    Meaty Cabbage Soup.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    This dish is perfect when you want something warm and comforting. It uses just a few simple ingredients, mainly meat and cabbage.

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    Pork and Hatch Green Chile Stew

    Pork and Hatch Green Chile Stew
    Photo Credit: Beyond Mere Sustenance.

    This stew features tender pork cubes simmered with spicy Hatch green chiles, creating a flavorful dish that's perfect for serving over rice, polenta, or in tortillas. It's an easy main dish that captures the essence of New Mexico, allowing you to prepare it with minimal effort.

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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 leftover chicken and includes easy ingredients like biscuits, frozen vegetables, and cheese.

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    Crockpot Chicken Bacon & Ranch Tater Tot Casserole

    Crockpot Chicken Bacon & Ranch Tater Tot Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food.

    This casserole in the slow cooker puts a fun spin on the classic tater tot dish many people love. With chicken, bacon, ranch, and tater tots, it’s perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.

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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 incredibly tender and flavorful, simmered in a creamy mushroom and onion sauce. This is a good dinner option that the whole family will enjoy, bringing comfort to any weeknight.

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    Salsa Chicken

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

    Crockpot Salsa Chicken is a simple dinner option that fits into a busy schedule. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, this dish is bound to become a family favorite.

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    Slow Cooker Land Your Man Baked Beans

    Slow Cooker Land Your Man Baked Beans.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This easy meal features hearty ingredients like ground beef, bell peppers, and onions. The seasonings really bring these classic beans to life and make them stand out.

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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 Curry

    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry..
    Photo Credit: 4 Sons R Us.

    Slow cooker chicken curry is a comforting dish that's full of flavor. With tender chicken, a mix of vegetables, and a great combination of spices, this easy crockpot meal will quickly become a favorite in your home.

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    Slow Cooker Hamburger Minestrone

    Slow Cooker Hamburger Minestrone.
    Photo Credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    This soup is loaded with fresh vegetables, ground beef, and pasta. This hearty, comforting soup is a complete meal in itself!

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    Crock Pot Carne Guisada

    Crock Pot Carne Guisada (Mexican Beef Stew).
    Photo Credit: Supergolden Bakes.

    This beef stew is packed with flavor and features tender beef that falls apart easily. It's a great option for a cozy meal that doesn't require much work.

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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 and topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. This simple and tasty dish is great served over rice or noodles!

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    Slow Cooker Pizza Chicken

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

    This Slow Cooker Pizza Chicken combines classic pizza ingredients for a tasty meal. Topped with pepperoni or your favorite toppings, it's a dish that everyone in the family will love!

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    Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Wings

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

    Homemade BBQ chicken wings are easy to prepare in the slow cooker using simple ingredients. This is a tasty appetizer that everyone will enjoy.

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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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