When I first heard about crockpots, I'll admit, I was a bit skeptical. Coming from a place where slow cookers aren’t a kitchen staple, the concept seemed a little foreign. Why would anyone leave food cooking unattended for hours?
But all it took was one try, and I was converted. The ease and convenience of just throwing ingredients into a pot and coming back to a perfectly cooked meal was a revelation, especially on those hectic days.
I'm excited to share my collection of over 35 "dump and go" crockpot dinner recipes, so you can enjoy the comfort of set-it-and-forget-it meals too!
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- West African Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes (Slow Cooker)
- Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
- Crockpot Slow cooker Rump Roast
- Crockpot Slow Cooker Soy Honey Garlic Chicken
- Crockpot Honey Garlic Soy Spare Ribs
- Crockpot Slowcooker Taco Soup
- Easy Crockpot Spaghetti Recipe With Uncooked Noodles
- Tri Tip Crock Pot
- Crockpot Ham and Cabbage
- Crockpot Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Thighs
- Citrus Shredded Beef (Crockpot)
- Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Beef
- Crockpot Goulash with Uncooked Macaroni (Slow Cooker)
- Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
- Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
- Slow Cooker Japanese Beef Curry
- Slow Cooker Pork Chops (With Gravy)
- Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken
- Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas
- Grape Jelly Meatballs Crockpot
- Crockpot Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
- Rump Roast Crock Pot
- Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing
- Slow Cooker Chicken Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
- Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs
- Crockpot Lasagna Recipe (Easy, Cheesy + DELICIOUS!)
- Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti
- Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
- Crockpot Tortellini
- Tender Slow Cooker Pork Tacos
- Slow Cooker Ground Beef and Pasta
- Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken (Gluten-Free, Paleo)
- Easy Slow Cooker Vegan Chili (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
- Crock Pot Italian Garlic Chicken and a Giveaway!
- Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Thai Green Curry Recipe
- Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks
- London Broil in the Crock-Pot
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West African Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes (Slow Cooker)
Photo Credit: Three Kids Three Cats and A Husband
This recipe for African Peanut Stew has such a bizarre combination of ingredients that it feels like someone closed their eyes and started randomly grabbing things out of the fridge and pantry.
Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
Photo Credit: Three Kids Three Cats and A Husband
Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef is one of my favorite comfort meals—it's rich, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. The slow cooker does all the work, giving you tender beef in a savory sauce with garlic, ginger, and just the right amount of sweetness.
Crockpot Slow cooker Rump Roast
Photo Credit: Three Kids Three Cats and A Husband
Crockpot Rump Roast is a classic, comforting meal that couldn’t be easier to make. The slow cooker does all the work, turning a simple rump roast into tender, flavorful beef. With baby potatoes, carrots, and a savory beef broth, this dish is a complete meal all in one pot.
Crockpot Slow Cooker Soy Honey Garlic Chicken
Photo Credit: Three Kids Three Cats and A Husband
Crockpot Slow Cooker Soy Honey Garlic Chicken is one of those set-it-and-forget-it meals that always turns out delicious. The chicken becomes tender and juicy, soaked in a sweet, savory sauce with a perfect balance of soy, honey, garlic, and sesame.
Crockpot Honey Garlic Soy Spare Ribs
Photo Credit: Three Kids Three Cats and A Husband
Spare ribs haven’t always been my go-to, but slow cooking them changes everything! When they’re done in the slow cooker, they turn into the softest, most tender meat you’ll ever eat. This Crockpot Soy Spare Ribs recipe is incredibly easy and flavorful.
Crockpot Slowcooker Taco Soup
Photo Credit: Three Kids Three Cats and A Husband
Soup isn’t always the first choice for kids, but this Crockpot Taco Soup is an exception. It’s like having taco night in a bowl! The flavors are bold, the toppings make it fun, and with the slow cooker doing all the work, it’s perfect for busy days. Just set it and forget it, then serve it with all the taco toppings you like to make it extra special!
Easy Crockpot Spaghetti Recipe With Uncooked Noodles
Photo Credit: Three Kids Three Cats and A Husband
Can you put raw pasta in a slow cooker? You sure can. This recipe for crockpot spaghetti is probably my husband's favorite dinner, and it's super-easy!
Tri Tip Crock Pot
Photo Credit: Everyday Family Cooking
This Tri Tip Crockpot is a full dinner in one pot. It’s made with potatoes and carrots for a delicious meal!
Crockpot Ham and Cabbage
Photo Credit: Everyday Family Cooking
Crockpot Ham and Cabbage is your new favorite soup! It’s made with cooked ham and fresh cabbage for a tasty and flavorful dinner.
Crockpot Brown Sugar Garlic Chicken Thighs
Photo Credit: Crayons and Cravings
The sweet and savory combo really hits home with this crockpot brown sugar garlic chicken recipe. The best part is, only 5 ingredients (3 if you don’t count salt and pepper) stand in your way of making this delicious crockpot chicken thighs recipe!
Citrus Shredded Beef (Crockpot)
Photo Credit: Peel with Zeal
This slow-cooked shredded beef dish features a subtle citrus taste and a distinct spice mix. It's a nutritious option for meal prepping, requiring just 5 minutes of active preparation. Simply combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and let it cook until ready.
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Beef
Photo Credit: Peel with Zeal
This slow-cooked BBQ pulled beef dish is composed of tender, juicy beef shreds in a deliciously sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. It makes an excellent sandwich when served on toasted brioche buns, accompanied by slaw and pickles.
Crockpot Goulash with Uncooked Macaroni (Slow Cooker)
Photo Credit: Summer Yule
Crockpot goulash is one of my favorite slow cooker dinners. It's simple and delicious comfort food!
Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
Photo Credit: I Heart Vegetables
This slow cooker ravioli lasagna is the perfect family dinner. It’s super simple to make and great for weeknights.
Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
Photo Credit: Where Is My Spoon
Melt-in-your-mouth slow cooker country-style ribs; this is one of the simplest and most enticing ways of cooking pork ribs. One of the easiest slow cooker recipes for pork.
Slow Cooker Japanese Beef Curry
Photo Credit: Yummy Addiction
This Japanese Beef Curry requires only 15 minutes of preparation time and your slow cooker handles the rest. Rich, thick, and not as spicy as its Indian counterpart, it’s a perfect comforting meal your family will love!
Slow Cooker Pork Chops (With Gravy)
Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen
Slow Cooker Pork Chops are tender, flavorful, and smothered in a savory, rich and silky gravy. You’ll love making this recipe for slow cooker pork chops with gravy because it’s super simple and everyone will love it.
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken
Photo Credit: Little Sunny Kitchen
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken is tender chicken breasts cooked low and slow in the Crockpot with a delicious homemade teriyaki sauce made with garlic, fresh ginger, soy sauce, honey, and mirin.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas
Photo Credit: Budget Delicious
Easy and delicious chicken enchiladas are an affordable meal that the whole family is sure to love. These slow cooker chicken enchiladas can be made in advance and even frozen for later use.
Grape Jelly Meatballs Crockpot
Photo Credit: Recipes From A Pantry
You only need 3 ingredients to make these family favorite Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs. The perfect appetizer for cocktail parties, game day, and potlucks.
Crockpot Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
Photo Credit: Foodess
These easy Shredded Chicken Tacos are cooked in a crockpot with a crazy-delicious sauce. A healthy, simple recipe and 11 yummy topping ideas!
Rump Roast Crock Pot
Photo Credit: The Anthony Kitchen
This Slow Cooker Rump Roast Recipe turns budget-friendly bottom round roast into succulent, fork-tender beef, braised in a rich, flavor-packed gravy!
Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing
Photo Credit: The Anthony Kitchen
Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing is here for all your comfort food cravings! It's quick, easy, and super wholesome.
Slow Cooker Chicken Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Photo Credit: Nourish Plate
Slow Cooker Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes is a combination of 2 American classics. With only 15 minutes of prep time, you will want to make this every week.
Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs
Photo Credit: Foodess
These fall-off-the-bones Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs are tender, juicy and delicious with an unbelievable savoury-sweet glaze. Gingery heat gives a sticky sauce serious backbone, hitting all the right notes and making it irresistible.
Crockpot Lasagna Recipe (Easy, Cheesy + DELICIOUS!)
Photo Credit: Foodess
This Slow Cooker Lasagna is so delicious. The Crockpot does double duty: it creates a rich, meat sauce and ""bakes"" the lasagna in one step.
Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti
Photo Credit: Budget Delicious
This hearty creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti is set to become your go-to dinner. With a little prep and just 5 minutes of effort to add the ingredients to the crockpot, you can sit back and watch dinner cook itself.
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Photo Credit: Amanda’s Cookin’
Slow cooker pulled pork makes for juicy, tender, and easily shreddable pork that tastes great on buns or stuffed inside tortillas.
Crockpot Tortellini
Photo Credit: Salty Side Dish
This slow cooker tortellini is creamy, cheesy and delicious. It’s easy to make and tastes amazing.
Tender Slow Cooker Pork Tacos
Photo Credit: 3 Boys and A Dog
These slow cooker pork tacos are amazing. Packed with flavor and always a family favorite.
Slow Cooker Ground Beef and Pasta
Photo Credit: Wholesome Farmhouse Recipes
Easy and budget friendly recipe. Use the slow cooker to make dinner.
Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken (Gluten-Free, Paleo)
Photo Credit: Strength and Sunshine
The most delicious, moist, and easy slow cooker chicken yet! Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken requires just a few ingredients: your favorite salsa, some spices, and the chicken! The perfect healthy, gluten-free, paleo weeknight dinner to please everyone!
Easy Slow Cooker Vegan Chili (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
Photo Credit: Strength and Sunshine
This easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili is a dump-and-go crockpot meal you can set and forget! This healthy three bean chili is vegan, gluten-free, allergy-free, and full of plant-based protein, veggies, and bold Southwest flavors! A comforting dinner for a crowd or meatless make-ahead and freezer-friendly meal you can meal prep!
Crock Pot Italian Garlic Chicken and a Giveaway!
Photo Credit: Bitz N Giggles
Crock Pot Italian Garlic Chicken – Super moist, flavorful, tender, fall-off-the-bone chicken the whole family will enjoy!
Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Thai Green Curry Recipe
Photo Credit: Homan At Home
Full of Thai flavor and stuffed with veggies, this slow-cooker green curry is an easy weeknight meal!
Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks
Photo Credit: Fantabulosity
These slow cooker chicken drumsticks are a budget friendly crockpot meal! Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
London Broil in the Crock-Pot
Photo Credit: The Oregon Dietitian
Making London Broil in the Crockpot yields a juicy, fork-tender roast beef swimming in a luscious, herby brown gravy, all with only 11 ingredients and 15 minutes of active prep. This cozy, comforting slow cooker classic is a cold-weather favorite!
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