Some nights, cooking dinner just feels impossible—and that’s exactly where your slow cooker swoops in to save the day. 22 Slow Cooker Dinners If You’re Too Tired To Cook is your go-to list for comfort food that basically makes itself. This roundup is full of creamy, savory, and totally satisfying slow cooker meals—from Garlic Parmesan Chicken to BBQ Meatballs and even cozy Chicken and Dressing. Each recipe was picked for being ridiculously easy, super flavorful, and perfect for those “I just can’t” days. Trust me, you’ll want to scroll through them all and save your favorites for later.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

A bowl of creamy white pasta topped with chopped parsley and red pepper flakes. The dish is served on a blue ceramic plate, with a sprig of fresh parsley and a grater with cheese nearby on a checkered cloth.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Crockpot recipe is easy to make with garlic, cream cheese, Italian herbs, and Parmesan cheese tossed in pasta.
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Portobello Mushroom Chicken Recipe

Texas Roadhouse chicken
Portobello Mushroom Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Portobello Mushroom Chicken recipe is made with herb infused chicken breasts, in a creamy portobello mushrooms sauce.
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Creamy Chicken With Ranch

A plate of creamy chicken alfredo pasta garnished with shredded cheese and green onions. A fork is lifting a portion of the dish. The plate rests on a blue and white striped cloth.
Creamy Chicken With Ranch. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crockpot chicken with ranch is a simple, yummy recipe that combines cream cheese ranch dressing mix with tender, juicy chicken and pasta.
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Creamy Spaghetti Sauce

A fork lifts spaghetti with meat sauce from a green plate. The pasta is topped with a rich, chunky tomato meat sauce, suggesting a hearty meal. A red and white striped cloth is partially visible in the background.
Creamy Spaghetti Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Spaghetti sauce creamy crock pot recipe is a rich, protein-packed, blend of ground beef, velvety cottage cheese, and tangy tomato sauce.
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Delicious and Tender Beef Skirt Steak

A plate of shredded pot roast covered in brown gravy with mushrooms, served over a bed of rice. A black fork is lifting a portion of the tender meat. Fresh parsley is sprinkled on top as a garnish.
Delicious and Tender Beef Skirt Steak. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This beef skirt steak crock pot dinner has tender beef with a savory mushroom gravy. Meal-prep friendly and budget-wise.
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Slow Cooked Pollo Verde Recipe

chicken verde over rice
Slow Cooked Pollo Verde Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy Slow Cooker Pollo Verde Recipe highlighting a fresh roasted salsa verde and a step-by-step guide for making this authentic Mexican dish.
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Slow Cooker Chicken And Dressing Recipe

Four ingredient baked chicken with stuffing
Slow Cooker Chicken And Dressing Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make this easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dressing for a cozy, one-pot comfort meal. Tender chicken with creamy sauce and savory stuffing.
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Delicious Sirloin Tip Roast With Vegetables

Sirloin tip roast and vegetables
Delicious Sirloin Tip Roast With Vegetables. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy prep sirloin tip roast in a crock pot recipe creates tender, flavorful beef with a rich, savory sauce and perfectly cooked vegetables.
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Juicy Turkey Breast And Stuffing

A plate of sliced turkey breast covered with creamy gravy, garnished with fresh rosemary and sage. The dish is served on a white rectangular platter placed on a white cloth.
Juicy Turkey Breast And Stuffing. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Juicy and tender turkey breast with this simple crockpot recipe. Perfect for weeknights or as an easy Thanksgiving option with stuffing!
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Tender Corned Beef Recipe

A plate of sliced corned beef surrounded by potatoes, carrots, and cabbage wedges. The dish is on a wooden board with a green checkered cloth partially visible underneath.
Tender Corned Beef Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crockpot Corned Beef with cabbage, potatoes, and carrots. Easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for a no-fuss, hearty dinner or St. Patrick’s Day!
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Easy German Goulash Recipe

German goulash cooked in a crock pot over egg noodles
Easy German Goulash Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Slow Cooker German Goulash with tender beef, rich paprika broth, and slow-cooked onions is an authentic one-pot meal.
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Easy and Tender Yankee Pot Roast Recipe

Yankee pot roast
Easy and Tender Yankee Pot Roast Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Super Tender Slow Cooker Yankee Pot Roast—just 10 mins to prep! Enjoy a comfort meal with tender veggies and a thick, creamy gravy.
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Homemade Slow Cooked Sloppy Joe

Sloppy Joe sandwiches
Homemade Slow Cooked Sloppy Joe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This made-from-scratch sloppy joe recipe for a crowd has a sweet and tangy sauce, easy to prepare and simmer in a slow cooker.
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Delicious Chicken And French Onion Soup

french onion chicken
Delicious Chicken And French Onion Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

French onion soup mix, a few pantry ingredients, chicken, and a slow cooker, you’ll have a hearty and satisfying one-pot casserole dinner.
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Cheesiest and Creamiest Mac And Cheese Recipe

Crock-Pot macaroni and cheese being scooped up with a wooden spoon
Cheesiest and Creamiest Mac And Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

My slow cooker mac and cheese recipe uses all the best things in life: butter, Velveeta, half and half, and cheddar cheese. Only 20 min. prep.
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Creamy Slow Cooked Rotel Chicken Spaghetti

A bowl of creamy chicken spaghetti with shredded cheddar cheese on top. Spaghetti noodles are mixed with a cheesy sauce and diced tomatoes. A fork is lifting a portion of the dish. A red napkin and small bowls are in the background.
Creamy Slow Cooked Rotel Chicken Spaghetti. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cheesy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, slow-cooked dish with tender chicken, melty cheese, and a little spice. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Savory Bbq Chicken Wings

bbq chicken wings with sauce brushed on
Savory Bbq Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy 3 Ingredient Crockpot BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe made with three simple ingredients and a slow cooker, create tender finger-licking wings.
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Tasty and Juicy Ham With Glaze Recipe

A sliced ham in a slow cooker, topped with pineapple chunks and maraschino cherries. The ham is glazed, giving it a shiny appearance. The white slow cooker contrasts with the vibrant colors of the fruit and glaze.
Tasty and Juicy Ham With Glaze Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to make the best ham in the crock pot recipe with simple ingredients, a sweet glaze, and tender, juicy results.
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Flavorful Coq Au Vin

Close-up of a plate featuring tender cooked chicken with mushrooms and a rich, savory sauce. A silver fork is partially visible, indicating the dish is ready to be eaten.
Flavorful Coq Au Vin. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Coq Au Vin in the slow cooker gives you comfort food without having to heat up your kitchen. A French chicken stew with layers of flavor that would make Julia Child proud and is sure to be a family favorite.
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Teriyaki Chicken

Close-up of a dish featuring shredded chicken topped with vibrant orange chunks of vegetables and red peppers, garnished with sesame seeds and cilantro, set on a bed of quinoa.
Teriyaki Chicken. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Crock Pot Teriyaki Chicken is filled with red onion, peppers, pineapple and chicken, cooked low and slow in teriyaki sauce to perfection.
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Delicious Chicken Fajitas

A slow cooker filled with colorful sliced bell peppers, onions, and seasonings, cooked to a soft texture. The mixture is in a rich, flavorful broth.
Delicious Chicken Fajitas. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Enjoy a delicious Mexican meal with minimal effort. These Crockpot Chicken Fajitas are packed with flavors and made with fresh ingredients.
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Juicy Bbq Meatballs Recipe

bbq meatballs in crock pot ready to cook with sauce on top
Juicy Bbq Meatballs Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy BBQ meatballs recipe guarantees juicy, tender hand-rolled meatballs covered in a homemade smokey barbeque sauce. Slow cooker recipe.
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27 Star Red, White, and BBQ To Make This 4th of July

A large bowl filled with creamy macaroni salad, featuring corn, red kidney beans, chopped peppers, and herbs. A lime wedge and wooden spice bowls are in the background, with another bowl of salad slightly out of focus.
27 Star Red, White, and BBQ To Make This 4th of July. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Get ready to light up your 4th of July spread with these all-American BBQ favorites! Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or heading to a patriotic potluck, these easy, festive recipes deliver big on flavor with minimal fuss. From smoky slow cooker ribs and creamy potato salad to zesty cucumber slaw and bourbon-baked beans, these dishes bring the spirit of summer right to your table. Packed with BBQ classics, slow cooker sides, and make-ahead marvels, this collection is your red, white, and delicious game plan. Get All The Recipes: 27 Star Red, White, and BBQ To Make This 4th of July