Crockpot Recipes: Easy, Delicious Meals with Minimal Effort
The Crockpot (also known as a slow cooker) is a busy mom's best friend. You can throw in your ingredients in the morning, let it cook throughout the day, and come home to a warm, comforting meal with minimal effort. Whether it's a cozy stew, savory soup, or a tender roast, the Crockpot makes meal prep a breeze. Here are some simple and tasty Crockpot recipes to try!
➡ Crockpot Chicken Tacos
A simple, flavorful recipe that's perfect for Taco Tuesday or any day of the week!
Ingredients:
4 chicken breasts
1 packet taco seasoning
1 cup salsa
1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions:
Place chicken breasts in the Crockpot. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken, then add salsa and chicken broth. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork. Serve with tortillas, shredded cheese, lettuce, and your favorite toppings.
➡ Crockpot Beef Stew
A hearty, comforting stew packed with tender beef and vegetables.
Ingredients:
2 lbs beef stew meat
4 potatoes, diced
3 carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cups beef broth
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to the Crockpot. Stir to combine, then cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4 hours. Serve hot with fresh bread or crackers for dipping.
➡ Crockpot BBQ Ribs
Tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs that are as easy as can be!
Ingredients:
2 racks of baby back ribs
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions:
Rub ribs with a mixture of brown sugar, paprika, salt, and pepper. Place them in the Crockpot, then pour barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar over them. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until ribs are tender. Serve with additional BBQ sauce.
➡ Crockpot Chili
A rich, hearty chili full of flavor that’s perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
1 packet chili seasoning
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Brown the ground beef, onion, and garlic in a skillet. Transfer to the Crockpot and add beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili seasoning, cumin, and paprika. Stir to combine. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Serve with shredded cheese, sour cream, and crackers.
➡ Crockpot Pulled Pork
Tender pulled pork that's perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served over rice.
Ingredients:
3-4 lbs pork shoulder
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 onion, sliced
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions:
Rub the pork shoulder with brown sugar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Place it in the Crockpot with apple cider vinegar, BBQ sauce, and onion. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is fork-tender. Shred the pork with two forks and serve with additional BBQ sauce on buns or in tacos.
➡ Crockpot Chicken and Rice
A comforting dish that’s simple to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients:
4 chicken breasts
1 1/2 cups rice
1 can cream of mushroom soup
2 cups chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Add chicken, rice, mushroom soup, chicken broth, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the Crockpot. Stir to combine. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Before serving, shred the chicken and mix everything together. Serve as a main dish with a side salad.
➡ Crockpot Creamy Tomato Soup
A warm, creamy soup perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients:
2 cans diced tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp sugar
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Add tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, sugar, and vegetable broth to the Crockpot. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Once done, blend the soup until smooth (you can use an immersion blender or regular blender). Stir in heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Serve with grilled cheese sandwiches for a classic combination.
➡ Crockpot Chicken Alfredo
A creamy, cheesy chicken Alfredo made with minimal effort.
Ingredients:
4 chicken breasts
1 jar Alfredo sauce
1 cup chicken broth
2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Place chicken breasts in the Crockpot and cover with Alfredo sauce, chicken broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the Crockpot. Add uncooked pasta and cook for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the pasta is tender. Stir in Parmesan cheese before serving.
➡ Crockpot Meatballs
Perfectly cooked meatballs that can be served with pasta, on subs, or as appetizers.
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 jar marinara sauce
Instructions:
Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Roll into meatballs and place them in the Crockpot. Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours. Serve with pasta, sub rolls, or enjoy on their own.
➡ Crockpot Apple Crisp
A sweet, comforting dessert made with just a few ingredients.
Ingredients:
6 apples, peeled and sliced
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 cup butter, melted
Instructions:
Layer the sliced apples in the bottom of the Crockpot. In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter. Sprinkle the oat mixture over the apples. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Crockpot recipes are perfect for busy moms who want to make meals with minimal prep time but still want something hearty and delicious. With the convenience of slow cooking, dinner is ready when you are!
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