Busy days call for dinner recipes that are big on flavor but short on prep time—and that’s exactly what you’ll find in this collection of 35 weeknight dinners that are quick to prep and incredibly satisfying. Most recipes come together with just 5 to 15 minutes of prep and let your slow cooker or stovetop do the rest. Whether you’re craving cheesy tortilla soup, comforting chicken and dumplings, or savory BBQ meatballs, there’s something here to make every night of the week feel effortless and delicious. Keep scrolling—you’ll want to save every single one!

10-Minute Prep Cheesy Tortilla Chicken Soup

chicken tortilla soup
10-Minute Prep Cheesy Tortilla Chicken Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Cheesy Tortilla Mexican Chicken Soup Recipe is a classic Mexican soup recipe that features tender shredded chicken, smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, and authentic Mexican spices made in your slow cooker.
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Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken Dish

A bowl of rotini pasta with sliced chicken, spinach, tomatoes, creamy sauce, and grated cheese, served on a red plate. A fork holds a piece of chicken above the dish.
Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken Dish. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Crock Pot Tuscan Chicken is a creamy, comforting dish that’s easy to prepare with minimal effort. Made with tender chicken, garlic, spinach, and Parmesan, it’s perfect for casual family dinners or hosting guests with ease. Enjoy it over pasta or potatoes for a flavorful, crowd pleasing meal that brings people together.
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5-Minute Prep Turkey Breast

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.
5-Minute Prep Turkey Breast. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

You can cook a juicy and tender turkey breast and stuffing with this simple crockpot recipe. Perfect for weeknights or as an easy Thanksgiving option with stuffing!
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Easy-Prep Chicken With Salsa Recipe

A white oval dish filled with shredded Mexican chicken, seasoned with spices, sits on a wooden surface. Nearby are corn tortillas, a small bowl of shredded cheese, and a dark patterned cloth.
Easy-Prep Chicken With Salsa Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Salsa chicken in the slow cooker is an easy 10 minute prep, recipe for tender, flavorful shredded chicken for tacos, burritos, and more.
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10-Minute Prep White Chili

A bowl of creamy white chicken chili topped with shredded cheese and jalapeño slices. Surrounding the bowl are tortilla chips, a small bowl of shredded cheese, and a dish of sliced jalapeños. The background is a patterned cloth.
10-Minute Prep White Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This white chili with chicken crock pot recipe is a creamy, mildly spicy dish featuring tender chicken, hearty beans, and warming spices. This easy recipe combines simple ingredients like green chiles, cream cheese, and broth for a delicious, fuss-free meal.
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Authentic Mexican Steak Picado

Mexican steak piccata
Authentic Mexican Steak Picado. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Authentic Mexican Steak Picado Recipe smothers tender beef strips in a smoky tomato sauce with plabanos, jalapenos, green peppers, and onions.
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15-Minute Prep Corned Beef Crockpot 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.
15-Minute Prep Corned Beef Crockpot Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This easy Corned Beef Crockpot recipe is the low-fuss version of the traditional Irish meal! Toss corned beef and veggies into a slow cooker with some broth and spices, and you’ve got an effortless meal perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you want a corned beef dinner.
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15-Minute Prep Copycat Skyline Chili Recipe

A plate of spaghetti topped with chili, kidney beans, chopped onions, and shredded cheese. A fork is lifting some noodles. In the background, bowls of shredded cheese, chopped onions, and beans are visible.
15-Minute Prep Copycat Skyline Chili Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock pot copycat Skyline Chili recipe brings authentic flavor with a sweet, savory sauce spiced with cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
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Creamy Mississippi Chicken

Mississippi chicken
Creamy Mississippi Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Deliciously creamy Italian Mississippi Chicken with tender chicken breasts, spicy Italian banana peppers, & heavy cream. Quick 10-minute prep!
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15-Minute Prep Ground Turkey Chili Recipe

A white bowl filled with chili containing ground meat, beans, corn, tomatoes, and topped with shredded cheese, chopped red onions, and sliced jalapeños. A red napkin and a whole green jalapeño pepper are placed nearby on a yellow surface.
15-Minute Prep Ground Turkey Chili Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to make the best ground turkey chili in your Crock Pot. A classic, timeless recipe that’s fool-proof and delicious!
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Easy Crockpot Ham Recipe With Glaze

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.
Easy Crockpot Ham Recipe With Glaze. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This ham in the crock pot recipe is a tender, juicy main dish that’s foolproof and crowd-pleasing. Made with brown sugar, maple syrup, pineapple juice, and mustard, it’s perfect for holidays or casual gatherings.
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5-Minute Prep, Juicy Chicken Shredded

pulling cooked chicken
5-Minute Prep, Juicy Chicken Shredded. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Shredded Recipe always makes tender and juicy chicken that is easy to shred. It only takes 5 minutes to prep.
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5-Ingredient Pork Chops in Crockpot (5 Min. Prep)

Pork chops and gravy over mashed potatoes
5-Ingredient Pork Chops in Crockpot (5 Min. Prep). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This simple crock pot pork chops recipe requires only 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of preparation! Easy to make, saucy crock pot pork chops.
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Slow-Cooked Cornish Hens With Rich Creamy Sauce

Marry me chicken
Slow-Cooked Cornish Hens With Rich Creamy Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make Marry Me Slow Cooker Cornish Hens Recipe has a rich & creamy gravy with sweet chewy sun-dried tomatoes in a creamy sauce.
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10-Minute Prep Chicken Tocino

Sweet and sour chicken with rice and fried egg
10-Minute Prep Chicken Tocino. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This simple slow cooker recipe for easy chicken tocino is sweet and tangy, with a simple homemade marinade that’s quick and easy.
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Cajun Smothered Chicken With Gravy

cajun chicken and gravy
Cajun Smothered Chicken With Gravy. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Using your crock pot and blending your own cajun seasoning, it’s easy to make this Cajun Smothered Chicken Recipe with rich gravy.
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15-Minute Prep Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Two bowls of creamy chicken gnocchi soup with carrots, celery, spinach, and herbs are placed on a red and beige cloth. One bowl has a spoon. The soup is thick and hearty, showcasing chunks of vegetables and gnocchi.
15-Minute Prep Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe is easy to make in a crock pot and loaded with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and fluffy gnocchi.
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Saucy Homemade BBQ Meatballs

bbq meatballs in crock pot ready to cook with sauce on top
Saucy Homemade BBQ Meatballs. 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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Chicken And French Onion Soup Mix Casserole

French onion chicken that has been cooked in a crock pot
Chicken And French Onion Soup Mix Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

French onion soup mix, a few pantry ingredents, chicken, and a slow cooker, you’ll have a hearty and satisfying one-pot casserole dinner.
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10-Minute Prep Beef Stroganoff

A white oval dish filled with creamy beef stroganoff pasta. The dish contains wide noodles, sliced mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, garnished with fresh parsley. A striped napkin is partially visible on the side.
10-Minute Prep Beef Stroganoff. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This beef stroganoff with ground beef is a creamy, budget-friendly comfort meal that comes together in just 35 minutes. Made with simple pantry staples, it’s perfect for feeding a family or serving a crowd without breaking the bank.
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15-Minute Prep Taco Soup

A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese and chopped green onions. The chili contains beans, ground meat, corn, and diced red peppers, with a rich, thick tomato-based sauce. Tortilla chips are placed beside the bowl on a colorful blue plate.
15-Minute Prep Taco Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Quick to prep, slow cooker taco soup recipe is my Pinterest follower’s top favorite. Made with Mexican spices, beef, beans, and veggies.
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5-Minute Prep Meatballs and Gravy

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5-Minute Prep Meatballs and Gravy. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to make tender meatballs with tons of rich flavorful gravy using a slow cooker. Only 5 minute prep!
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Easy Crockpot Mexican Casserole

Layered taco dip in a crock pot
Easy Crockpot Mexican Casserole Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Layered Cheesy Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef is made with classic Mexican seasonings, beans, peppers, tomatoes and cheese.
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Turkey Wings Smothered With Rich Gravy

turkey wings and gravy
Turkey Wings Smothered With Rich Gravy. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Turkey Wings Smothered With Rich Gravy Made In A Crock Pot is incredibly simple to make and guarantees tender, flavorful turkey wings.
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15-Minute Prep Chicken Noodle Soup

A bowl of chicken noodle soup with wide egg noodles, shredded chicken, and fresh parsley is placed on a decorative blue and white plate. Next to the bowl is a folded white cloth with blue stripes. Three square crackers are situated on the side of the plate.
15-Minute Prep Chicken Noodle Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup, made with tender chicken breasts, herbs, and veggies in a flavorful broth, perfect for low-stress, hearty meals.
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Made-From-Scratch Sloppy Joes

Made-From-Scratch Sloppy Joes. 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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Easy & Tender Crock Pot Yankee Pot Roast Recipe

Yankee pot roast
Easy & Tender Crock Pot 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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5-Minute Prep Chicken and Stuffing Recipe

Four ingredient baked chicken with stuffing
5-Minute Prep Chicken and Stuffing Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This simple chicken and stuffing crockpot with 4 ingredients is the perfect easy dinner that only takes 5 minutes to prep.
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15-Minute Prep Chicken And Dumplings Recipe

chicken and dumplings
15-Minute Prep Chicken And Dumplings Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Traditional crock pot chicken and dumplings recipe creates soft chewy dumplings, tender chicken and veggies smothered in a creamy sauce.
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Delicious Cream of Jalapeño Soup with Chicken

jalapeno popper soup with bacon and cheese on top
Delicious Cream of Jalapeño Soup with Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Cream of jalapeño soup is a creamy, bold dish that’s simple to prepare in the slow cooker. Made with chicken, jalapeños, cheddar, and bacon, this comforting recipe is perfect for family meals or casual hosting. I hope you enjoy this flavorful, hearty soup as much as my family does, and that it helps you serve others with warmth and faith-filled hospitality.
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Hearty Slow Cooker Goulash

German goulash cooked in a crock pot over egg noodles
Hearty Slow Cooker Goulash. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This hearty and irresistible Slow Cooker German Goulash recipe is full of tender beef and vegetables cooked to perfection in a rich red wine and paprika sauce.
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10-Minute Prep Chicken Taco Soup

A top view of a hearty chili bowl filled with beans, corn, peppers, and topped with sour cream, cilantro, and a slice of green chili. Surrounding the bowl are tortilla chips, another bowl of chili, shredded cheese, and sour cream.
10-Minute Prep Chicken Taco Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup Recipe is an easy make-ahead soup recipe that is full of traditional Mexican seasonings and veggies.
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Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken

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.
Creamy Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

If you’re looking for a dish that’s going to taste delicious and is easy to make, Garlic Parmesan Chicken Crockpot recipe is the answer! With tender chicken, creamy Parmesan garlic sauce, and a touch of basil and oregano, this meal is sure to wow your guests and make your house smell amazing.
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Easy Crockpot Chicken Fajitas Recipe

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.
Easy Crockpot Chicken Fajitas Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

Need a super simple dinner idea? Try these easy Crockpot Chicken Fajitas! Made with simple ingredients like fresh bell peppers, red onions, and lean chicken breasts. This dish brings bold Mexican spices right to your table. Enjoy a home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Top it off with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or freshly squeezed lime juice, and you’ve got a complete meal that’s as delicious as it is effortless.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, and sliced jalapeños. A spoon rests inside the bowl. A small bowl of sour cream and sliced jalapeños on a plate are in the background on a checkered cloth.
Slow Cooker Chicken Chili. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Slow cooker chicken chili with pablano peppers comes together in no time. Just dump in the ingredients and let the slow cooker do all the work. A healthy dinner the whole family will love.
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29 June BBQ Recipes That Will Rule the Patio

Two grilled bone-in pork chops with visible grill marks served on a black plate, accompanied by roasted asparagus spears on the side. A bowl of red sauce is partially visible in the corner.
29 June BBQ Recipes That Will Rule the Patio. Image credit: Butter and Baggage

Craving smoky, saucy, fall-apart meats and fresh summer sides that scream backyard vibes? You’re in the right place. This lineup of 29 June BBQ Recipes That Will Rule the Patio is your go-to guide for hosting the ultimate cookout—without sweating over the grill all day. This recipe roundup is packed with flavor-forward BBQ dishes, from juicy pulled pork and sticky ribs to bold homemade sauces and fresh, crunchy salads. It’s all about easy prep, big flavor, and backyard-ready dishes that’ll impress your guests or just level up a lazy Sunday. Scroll through and discover all 29—because let’s be real, one recipe won’t be enough. Get All The Recipes: 29 June BBQ Recipes That Will Rule the Patio