Your Slow Cooker Just Became Your Dinner BFF

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These hearty slow cooker and crockpot recipes turn simple ingredients into bold, comforting meals that practically cook themselves. From the savory richness of Crockpot Ranch Pork Chops to the cheesy goodness of Slow Cooker Velveeta Broccoli Rice Casserole and the tender depth of Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks, each dish is packed with flavor and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy delicious, stress-free dinners everyone will love!

Crockpot Ranch Pork Chops

Two pork chops covered in a creamy herb sauce on a rectangular white plate, garnished with dried herbs. A wooden spoon and a small wooden bowl with herbs are on the side.
Image Credit: The Feathered Nester.

These ranch pork chops are a comforting and easy meal. Just coat the pork chops in ranch seasoning and let the slow cooker do the rest. They come out tender and full of flavor, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
GET THE RECIPE: Crockpot Ranch Pork Chops

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs

Glazed chicken legs garnished with fresh herbs on a white plate.
Image Credit: Pumpkin ‘N Spice.

These BBQ chicken legs are perfect for a crowd. Just coat them in your favorite BBQ sauce and let the slow cooker do the work. They come out tender and flavorful, with a sticky glaze that’s irresistible.
GET THE RECIPE: Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Legs

Slow Cooker Chili Mac

Cheese covered slow cooker chili mac in the crock pot with a wooden spoon.
Image Credit: Anne Jolly for Upstate Ramblings

Enjoy the convenience of an all-in-one meal with this Slow Cooker Chili Mac, a delightful fusion of chili and the creamy cheesiness of mac & cheese. Experience a mouthwatering combination of flavors in every bite.

GET THE RECIPE: Slow Cooker Chili Mac

Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

White bowl with tuscan chicken, rice, leeks and sundried tomato in it with fresh basil beside it.
Image Credit: Shelby for Fitasamamabear

Indulge in the richness of this slow cooker Tuscan chicken recipe, infused with flavors of garlic, leek, and basil. This Whole30 dinner will transport you to the heart of Italy with its authentic taste.

GET THE RECIPE: Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken

Olive Garden Gnocchi Soup

Bowl of copycat Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup in a bowl with breadsticks in the background.
Image Credit: Anne Jolly for Upstate Ramblings

Replicate the Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup with this copycat recipe. This comforting soup features a creamy broth, chicken, and vegetables, all prepared in a slow cooker for an easy and delicious meal.

GET THE RECIPE: Olive Garden Gnocchi Soup

Italian Slow Cooker Pork Roast

A white bowl with slow cooker Italian pork roast, potatoes and carrots.
Image Credit: Gen La Rocca for Two Cloves Kitchen

This Italian pork roast, slow cooked with a medley of Italian herbs and seasonings, is served with potatoes and carrots until it’s tender and succulent. It makes for a delightful, comforting meal and can be prepared in advance for special occasions or for meal prepping!

GET THE RECIPE: Italian Slow Cooker Pork Roast

Slow Cooker Velveeta Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe

Scrumptious Slow Cooker Velveeta Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe photo
Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie

This Slow Cooker Velveeta Broccoli Rice Casserole is our go-to holiday side dish. Using a Crockpot is such an easy way to make this.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Velveeta Broccoli Rice Casserole Recipe

Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak
Photo credit: Cheerful Cook

Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak. Tender beef patties simmered in rich mushroom gravy with simple ingredients. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili

Cincinnatti chili on top of spaghetti and covered with cheese, beans and onions.
Image Credit: Anne Jolly for Upstate Ramblings

Hearty slow cooker Cincinnati chili recipe! Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef, spices, and tomato sauce, this is the perfect dump-and-go recipe.

GET THE RECIPE: Slow Cooker Cincinnati Chili

Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder

A blue bowl of ham and potato soup.
Image Credit: Jere’ Cassidy for One Hot Oven

Your family will adore the luxuriousness of Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder—a velvety, soothing bowl of deliciousness. This dish is ideal for a swift and delectable supper, allowing you to relish a flavorsome evening meal with ease. Your slow cooker handles all the preparation, yielding a gratifying bowl of comfort food with minimal fuss and maximum taste.

GET THE RECIPE: Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder

Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

Slow cooker Italian beef on a crusty roll with provolone cheese and peppers.
Image Credit: Anne Jolly for Upstate Ramblings

Savor the delicious flavors of slow-cooked Italian beef sandwiches, featuring a delectable blend of savory spices and succulent, tender beef, all topped with lusciously melted provolone cheese.

GET THE RECIPE: Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole

Slow cooker with green bean casserole topped with fried onions.
Image Credit: Anne Jolly for Upstate Ramblings

Prepare a slow-cooker green bean casserole to have this nostalgic side dish at the ready for busy weeknight suppers! Simplify the preparation by using your trusty crock pot.

GET THE RECIPE: Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole

Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu

A plate of slow cooker lamb ragu over pappardelle pasta surrounded by a block of parmesan, a white linen, and torn baguette.
Image Credit: Gen La Rocca for Two Cloves Kitchen

This slow-cooked lamb ragu is the epitome of Italian comfort cuisine. The lamb is braised for hours, resulting in a flavorful and hearty sauce. Enjoy it over your choice of pasta for a comforting and satisfying meal!

GET THE RECIPE: Slow Cooker Lamb Ragu

Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks

Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks
Photo credit: Erren’s Kitchen

This recipe is a delicious foundation for your personal touch! Feel free to experiment with different herbs, spices, or vegetables to create a customized lamb shank dish that reflects your taste preferences. It’s a versatile and comforting dish that’s easy to make your own.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks

Hearty Pumpkin Chili

A bowl of chili topped with avocado and peppers.
Image Credit: Laura Sampson for Little House Big Alaska

Hearty Pumpkin Chili may be lower in calories, but it certainly doesn’t skimp on flavor! It’s a delightful dish that can be savored at any time of the year.

GET THE RECIPE: Hearty Pumpkin Chili

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

A bowl of beef stew with chunks of beef, sliced mushrooms, carrots, and herbs in brown broth sits next to a spoon on beige cloth.
Image Credit: Jessica Haggard for Primal Edge Health

Recharge with a satisfying bowl of slow cooker beef stew, filled with succulent beef, wholesome vegetables, and a flavorful broth. This dish brings you all the traditional beef stew goodness with minimal time and effort.

GET THE RECIPE: Slow Cooker Beef Stew

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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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