Set It and Forget It: 15 Slow Cooker Recipes Worth the Wait

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Lazy days just got a whole lot tastier with these slow cooker recipes that practically make themselves! From the zesty Crockpot Ranch Chicken Tacos to the irresistible Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip, these dishes are here to rescue your busy weeknights. For a taste of comfort, dive into the savory Slow Cooker Pot Roast or the hearty Slow Cooker Beef Stew—perfect for cozying up on chilly nights. Meanwhile, the Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken brings bold, nutty flavors, and the Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Sesame Pork Loin is a sweet and savory masterpiece. And let’s not forget the nostalgic charm of Porcupine Meatballs, a classic that’s just as fun to eat as it is to say! So, grab your slow cooker and let the magic happen—dinner’s about to get real easy and ridiculously delicious!

Crockpot Ranch Chicken Tacos

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three ranch chicken tacos
Photo credit: Salt and Lavender

This hands-off slow cooker ranch chicken tacos recipe is incredibly easy and has very few ingredients! It’s got ranch flavor and juicy, seasoned shredded chicken for tacos.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Ranch Chicken Tacos

Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip

up close white bowl with crockpot buffalo chicken dip
Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie

Creamy, cheesy, tangy, and a little bit spicy, this Crockpot Buffalo chicken dip is one delicious game day appetizer that’s made for sharing!
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Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken

Thai peanut chicken in slow cooker with cilantro on top.
Photo credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

Slow cooker Thai peanut chicken features all the Asian-inspired flavors including ginger, curry paste, and soy sauce. It’s sure to be a fav!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Thai Peanut Chicken

Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean Soup {with chicken}

close up of tuscan white bean soup in the slow cooker.
Photo credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

This Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken and White Bean Soup is freezer meal friendly! So good topped with ribbons of parmesan cheese.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Tuscan White Bean Soup {with chicken}

Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes

sloppy joe sandwich on a plate with chips and a pickle.
Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie

These Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes are one of my favorite hands-off dinners! These crockpot sloppy joes come out perfectly saucy.
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Porcupine Meatballs

A plate of rice with meatballs in tomato sauce, garnished with parsley.
Photo credit: Chelsea’s Messy Apron

Delicious and easy porcupine meatballs by Chelsea’s Messy Apron that take minutes to make and cook in your crockpot. Little prep and impressive results!
Get the Recipe: Porcupine Meatballs

Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Shredded slow cooker pot roast with potatoes and carrots on a white serving platter garnished with parsley.
Photo credit: Cooking Classy

Perfect Slow Cooker Pot Roast is the easiest cozy meal you’ll ever whip up. Simple ingredients in a crock pot make it fast and delicious
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Sesame Pork Loin

Cooked large pork loin in Asian style sauce.
Photo credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

This Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Sesame Pork Loin is full of flavor and takes only minutes to put in the slow cooker.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Sesame Pork Loin

Slow Cooker Enchilada Quinoa

Bowl of quinoa chili topped with avocado, green onions, and corn, with a silver spoon resting inside on a wooden table.
Image Credit: Two Peas and Their Pod

Slow Cooker Enchilada Quinoa is a healthy, easy, and crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a family favorite—add it to your dinner menu now!

To learn more: Slow Cooker Enchilada Quinoa

Slow Cooker Beef Teriyaki

A close-up of tender beef chunks with colorful bell peppers and green onions, served over fluffy white rice in a white bowl.
Image Credit: Cheerful Cook

Slow Cooker Beef Teriyaki is pure comfort food—tender, juicy beef simmered in a savory teriyaki sauce with sweet bell peppers for a burst of flavor!

To learn more: Slow Cooker Beef Teriyaki

Greek Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Potatoes

Close-up of seasoned roasted chicken thighs garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges, showcasing a golden-brown, crispy texture.
Image Credit: Cooking Classy

Greek Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Potatoes bursts with bright, zesty flavor and tender goodness—an ideal, effortless meal for busy weekdays!

To learn more: Greek Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Potatoes

Slow Cooker Ribs

Close-up of succulent, crispy pork ribs, glistening with barbecue sauce and arranged neatly on parchment paper.
Image Credit: Averie Cooks

Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs by Averie Cooks are tender, juicy, and fall-off-the-bone delicious! With only 5 minutes of prep, your slow cooker handles the rest—guaranteed to impress friends and family every time!

To learn more: Slow Cooker Ribs

Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo

A plate of tender chicken cooked with onions, garnished with herbs, served over fluffy white rice.
Image Credit: Cheerful Cook

Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo is unbelievably easy to make and bursting with bold, savory flavors—perfect for a fuss-free, satisfying meal!

To learn more: Slow Cooker Chicken Adobo

Slow Cooker Pot Roast

A hearty beef stew with tender meat, carrots, and potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley, served in a black slow cooker.
Image Credit: Culinary Hill

Slow Cooker Pot Roast delivers meltingly tender beef and hearty vegetables—just set it and forget it while the crockpot handles all the magic until it’s time to make the gravy!

To learn more: Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

A close-up of tender meat in a rich, savory sauce, garnished with fresh green herbs and chunks of orange-colored vegetables.
Image Credit: Averie Cooks

Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew is comfort food at its best—tender beef, buttery potatoes, and veggies in a rich, flavorful broth made with beef stock, red wine, and aromatic herbs!

To learn more: Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Easy Crockpot Sausage and Peppers

Close-up of savory sausages simmering in a rich, reddish-brown sauce with chopped green peppers and garnished with fresh herbs.
Image Credit: Cheerful Cook

Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers delivers a hearty, comforting meal with minimal effort—just let the slow cooker work its magic!

To learn more: Easy Crockpot Sausage and Peppers

About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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