Feeling busy and overwhelmed? Try these slow cooker recipes. There are slow cooker recipes for vegetarians, keto, traditional diets, and more.
When things are busy the last thing you want to do is spend a ton of time in the kitchen. That often means getting take out or less healthy options because we feel like we don’t have the time to make a real meal.
There are so many great options to help with this now. We can use services like Blue Apron that send meals to us so we don’t have to think about what to make or shop for ingredients. We also can use an Instant Pot or the trusty slow cooker.
I work from home so I’m usually happy enough to just use my Instant Pot but I know if you work outside of the home or have a lot of activities going on where you aren’t home all of the time, a slow cooker can be even more useful.
I’ve had some requests for more slow cooker recipes so I reached out to some friends to see what their favorite slow cooker recipes are so I could share them with you.
These all use natural ingredients, no random mixes or questionable ingredients. I try to avoid artificial ingredients most of the time so this is something I appreciate in a recipe. It can also make it easier for you to find everything that goes into the recipe.
Go ahead and pick a couple of the slow cooker recipes to try and don’t forget to save this post on Pinterest so you can easily come back to find even more to try.
If you do try one of the slow cooker recipes I’d love to hear what you think so be sure to come back here and share your thoughts in the comments. Your feedback can help others decide what to make first.
Photo Credit: oliveandartichoke.com This recipe for Italian Roast Beef recipe simmers slowly for a few hours making it incredibly flavorful and fork-tender. It makes the perfect addition to the traditional Sunday dinner. And this Italian roast beef is also low carb \ Keto friendly. Photo Credit: www.glutenfreepalate.com Take your dinner to the next level with this simple, yet stunning Beef Short Rib Slow Cooker recipe. Photo Credit: somethingsweetsomethingsavoury.com Do you love mac and cheese? Did you know you can make it in the slow cooker? My easy recipe for creamy slow cooker mac and cheese will become your best friend on a busy weeknight! Photo Credit: thefitcookie.com This Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Chili is so easy to make: toss together, slow cook for 5-6 hours, and you’re set! Plus, this recipe is tummy friendly with no beans, dairy, or gluten. Photo Credit: somethingsweetsomethingsavoury.com This slow cooker beef and chorizo casserole is exactly what you need on a chilly day – tender chunks of beef slowly simmered in a rich, delicious gravy with chorizo chunks, mushrooms, and carrots. Photo Credit: www.supergoldenbakes.com These yummy Chicken Fajitas are super easy to make in your Slow Cooker, stovetop or oven. Packed with flavor, kid approved and slimming friendly too. Photo Credit: bellyfull.net For these Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Beef Tacos, the meat cooks all day in an awesome tomatillo salsa, then shredded, and topped with ripe avocado and tangy lime juice. So good! Photo Credit: aileencooks.com Crockpot buffalo chicken is one of those easy weeknight meals that you can toss together in less than 10 minutes and come home to a healthy and delicious meal. It’s made with just 5 simple ingredients that you may already have on hand in your kitchen. Photo Credit: www.mykitchenlove.com Weekday Ragù with Veggies is packed with tons of vegetables and flavor! It’s perfect for busy days and picky-eaters! Make in the slow cooker for an easy weeknight dinner! Photo Credit: www.runningtothekitchen.com These shredded Mexican beef bowls are made in the slow cooker and perfect for weekly meal prep with rice, beans, plantains, and peppers to round them out! Photo Credit: simple-nourished-living.com This crockpot Pineapple Pork is another one of those ridiculously easy crockpot recipes that you can put together in a few minutes and then forget about for hours. Photo Credit: www.fabfood4all.co.uk A fabulously quick and easy to assemble, slow-cooked family meal - chicken thighs in an Italian tomato, pepper, onion & mushroom sauce which you can serve with rice or pasta. Photo Credit: www.farmersgirlkitchen.co.uk Best Crockpot Beef Stew & Dumplings is made with beautiful Scotch Beef, carrots and onion and a few little additions that make all the difference to the flavor, the dumplings are light and fluffy and a great way to soak up all the glorious gravy. Photo Credit: www.fearlessdining.com This juicy slow cooker pulled pork recipe is perfect for all of your favorites like tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. Just 5 simple ingredients cook all day into a delicious dinner! Photo Credit: kimandkalee.com This Easy Crockpot Potato Soup Recipe is the ultimate comfort food! You can throw it together in a few minutes, and it's so creamy and delicious! Photo Credit: www.cleaneatingkitchen.com This easy Crockpot Coconut Chicken Stew is a gluten-free, one-pot dinner with potatoes and vegetables. It is comforting, nourishing, and full of flavor. Photo Credit: www.therusticfoodie.com This Crockpot Tortilla Soup recipe makes a great easy dinner! It’s healthy and made from scratch with chicken, black beans, and corn in the slow cooker. Photo Credit: flavorthemoments.com Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken Artichoke Soup is a healthy, satisfying dump ‘n go soup that’s full of fresh lemon flavor! This is clean eating at it’s best and easiest. Photo Credit: dancingthroughtherain.com This Slow Cooker Mongolian Chicken is absolutely delicious and easy to make! Everyone will love it! Photo Credit: www.veggieinspired.com Red Lentil Stew with Chickpeas and Orzo is just as hearty as its name. Luckily, you can throw all the ingredients in your slow cooker for a few hours and dinner is served! Photo Credit: swirlsofflavor.com The warm spices of cinnamon and cumin combine with chicken, almonds, raisins, and tomatoes for our Slow Cooker Moroccan Chicken recipe. Let your crockpot do the work and have a delicious Moroccan Chicken dinner waiting for you at the end of your busy day! Photo Credit: karalydon.com Slow Cooker Chipotle Corn Chowder takes less than 15 minutes to prepare and packs in a bit of heat for a whole lot of flavor. Photo Credit: www.coffeewithus3.com Creamy and delicious Tortellini Soup made in your slow cooker. Full of robust flavor, but so easy to make! Photo Credit: alittleandalot.com These melt-in-your-mouth tender short ribs are super easy to prepare and can be cooked in the slow cooker or in the oven. They are deliciously flavorful, coated in a rich, slightly sweet and spicy sauce, and versatile enough to eat on their own or add to a wide range of dishes. Photo Credit: kitchenmason.com This delicious slow cooker Vegetarian Chili Recipe is perfect if you’re trying to make healthier & tastier choices but love comfort food WAY too much! Photo Credit: neilshealthymeals.com This slow cooker sweet potato and vegetable curry is just packed with flavor. It’s easy to make, vegan, budget and perfect for cold weather. This delicious curry will soon become one of your go-to curry favorites! Photo Credit: www.heynutritionlady.com An easy, healthy, and delicious slow cooker chickpea curry. Loaded with vegetables, warming spices, and coconut milk, this is nourishing comfort food at its best. Photo Credit: www.greedygourmet.com Stay warm this winter with this Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Soup, which is crammed full of nutrients. Photo Credit: consumerqueen.com Slow Cooker Chicken Street Tacos - Warm smokey cumin really gives it that Mexican flair. You can leave it as is, or feel free to play with it. If you want to spice it according to your own tastes, consider adding in fresh Jalapenos, pineapple, tomatoes, substituting the chili powder with chipotle chili powder, and don’t forget to serve with your favorite salsa and a dash of hot sauce. Photo Credit: www.saltandlavender.com These Crockpot honey mustard pork chops are a simple and low-effort way to get a tasty hot dinner on the table that the whole family will love. Made with everyday, healthy ingredients! Photo Credit: www.thefreshcooky.com Melt in your mouth, healthier Butter Chicken will make a health food believer out of you! Mix a few ingredients, plop in the slow cooker and a few hours later, deliciousness! Photo Credit: joyfoodsunshine.com This Healthy Sausage Kale Soup with Sweet Potatoes is a cozy fall soup made in the slow cooker! Photo Credit: www.healthyseasonalrecipes.com This Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore is one of our all-time fan favorite recipes here at Healthy Seasonal Recipes. It is made with chicken thighs slowly simmered with tomatoes, mushrooms, peppers, olives, and spices. After cooking in the crockpot on low for six hours, the chicken becomes meltingly tender and the vegetables make a delicious savory sauce to spoon over it. Photo Credit: www.thetexmexmom.com Chicken Drumsticks and Potatoes in the Crockpot - an incredibly simple-to-make and super yummy meal that's easy on your budget too! It may sound super basic, but there's a reason this is the number one recipe on my blog. Photo Credit: thegoodheartedwoman.com It may not be the prettiest of soups, but Old-fashioned Ham Bone Split Pea Soup is always dependably hearty, comforting, and easy on the budget. Oh, and it’s delicious, too! Photo Credit: www.krumpli.co.uk Cooking lamb shanks in the slow cooker creates the most wonderfully juicy and tender meat, throw some peppers in later and you have a ready-made side! Photo Credit: greenokla.comThe Best Slow Cooker Recipes
Slow Cooker Italian Roast Beef
Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs
Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese
Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Chili (Gluten and Bean Free)
Slow Cooker Beef and Chorizo Casserole
Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas
Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Beef Tacos
Crockpot Buffalo Chicken (Freezer Friendly)
Weeknight Dinner Ragù with Veggies
Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Beef Bowls
Crockpot Pineapple Pork
Slow Cooked Chicken Italian
6 Secrets of the Best Crockpot Beef Stew and Dumplings
Easy 5 Ingredient Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Super Easy Crockpot Potato Soup Recipe
Crockpot Coconut Chicken Stew
Crockpot Tortilla Soup
Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken Artichoke Soup
Slow Cooker Mongolian Chicken
Slow Cooker Red Lentil Stew with Chickpeas and Orzo
Slow Cooker Moroccan Chicken
Slow Cooker Chipotle Corn Chowder
Crockpot Creamy Tortellini Soup
Asian Short Ribs
Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili Recipe
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Vegetable Curry
Slow Cooker Chickpea Curry
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Soup
Slow Cooker Chicken Street Tacos
Crockpot Honey Mustard Pork Chops
Easy Crockpot Butter Chicken
Slow Cooker Sausage Kale Soup with Sweet Potatoes
The Best Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
Crock-pot Chicken Drumsticks and Potatoes
Old-Fashioned Ham Bone Split Pea Soup
Fall Off The Bone Slow Cooker Lamb Shanks
Slow Cooker Chunky Chicken Soup
More Delicious Quick Recipes
- Vegan Slow Cooker Recipes
- Easy 30 Minute Meals
- Quick Dinner Ideas for Busy Nights
You can also get slow cooker meal plans from the Eat At Home menu service. It’s a great way to take some of the guesswork out of meal planning and still have delicious, slow cooker meals.
