Cooking can feel like a chore, especially when you’re tired or just not in the mood to spend time in the kitchen. But that doesn’t mean you have to settle for bland or boring meals! This collection of easy dinner recipes is packed with comforting, flavorful dishes that require minimal effort from creamy garlic parmesan chicken to hearty soups and slow cooker favorites. With 37 delicious, low-effort recipes to choose from, you’ll find plenty of tasty options to make dinnertime a breeze. Keep scrolling to find your new go-to meal for those “I don’t feel like cooking” nights!

Extra Creamy 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.
Extra Creamy 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 and Stuffing

Four ingredient baked chicken with stuffing
Easy Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing. 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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Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Crockpot Soup

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.
Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Crockpot Soup. 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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Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup Recipe (Crock Pot Make-Ahead)

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.
Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup Recipe (Crock Pot Make-Ahead). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Hearty Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup Recipe is an easy make-ahead soup recipe that is full of traditional Mexican seasonings and veggies. Simply dump all of the ingredients in the pot, set it on low, and let it cook all day long. When you’re ready to eat, you’ll have a delicious and satisfying soup everyone will enjoy.
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Cheesy French Onion Soup Chicken Casserole

A rectangular white baking dish filled with a baked dish featuring caramelized onions, melted cheese, and herbs in a rich brown sauce. The dish is set on a wooden board with a yellow cloth beside it.
Cheesy French Onion Soup Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This French Onion Chicken Casserole is packed with savory flavor, featuring juicy boneless, skinless chicken thighs smothered in caramelized onions and topped with melty provolone cheese. It’s an easy, comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Easy Slow Cooker Beef Taco Soup Recipe

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.
Easy Slow Cooker Beef Taco Soup Recipe. 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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Easy Prep Salsa Chicken in the Slow Cooker

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 Salsa Chicken in the Slow Cooker. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Salsa chicken in the slow cooker is a quick prep, easy recipe that creates tender, flavorful shredded chicken, perfect for tacos, burritos, salads, and more! For an optional creamy twist, stir in sour cream at the end.
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Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup

A round white dish filled with a creamy stew featuring chunks of potatoes, ground meat, carrots, peas, and green beans, topped with herbs. It rests on a red and white striped cloth.
Cheesy Hamburger Potato Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

A rich, hearty soup packed with ground beef, tender potatoes, veggies, and creamy cheese—perfect for a cozy meal!
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Easy Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce Recipe

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.
Easy Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

You need to try this spaghetti sauce creamy crock pot recipe! It’s a rich, protein-packed, and comforting blend of ground beef, velvety cottage cheese, and tangy tomato sauce. Slow-cooked to perfection, it creates deep, hearty flavors in every bite, perfect for an easy, make-ahead meal.
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Crockpot Italian Mississippi Chicken

Mississippi chicken
Crockpot Italian 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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Simple Crockpot Hamburger Vegetable Soup

A bowl of hearty beef and vegetable soup filled with chunks of beef, carrots, celery, beans, potatoes, and green beans in a tomato-based broth. Next to the bowl are a few saltine crackers on a wooden surface, and a blue checked cloth is nearby.
Simple Crockpot Hamburger Vegetable Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Hearty Hamburger Vegetable Soup in your Crock-Pot is an easy recipe that is packed with ground beef, potatoes, and veggies for a simple, budget-friendly meal.
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Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken

A white scalloped plate with creamy pasta topped with a seasoned chicken breast, garnished with lemon slices and parsley. The dish is placed on a light background with a yellow and white checkered cloth beside it.
Crockpot Lemon Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Indulge in this Lemon Garlic Chicken smothered in a rich and creamy sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta. With just 15 minutes of prep, you’ll have dinner simmering in your crock pot, freeing you from the kitchen.
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Super Easy Whole Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Whole roasted chicken in the crock pot
Super Easy Whole Chicken Crockpot Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This super easy crock pot whole chicken recipe is tender, juicy and delicious. It also lowers grocery budget to roast your own chicken.
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French Onion Soup Mix Chicken Casserole

french onion chicken
French Onion Soup Mix Chicken Casserole. 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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Chicken and Corn Soup

Chicken corn chowder in a bowl with bacon and sprinkled on top
Chicken and Corn Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock pot chicken corn soup makes an easy meal for weeknights! It cooks up mostly unattended until you’re ready to serve it up for dinner.
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Cheesy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti (Slow Cooker)

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.
Cheesy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti (Slow Cooker). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Rotel Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful comfort food the whole family will love! This easy slow cooker recipe uses tender chicken, Rotel tomatoes, spaghetti noodles, and a creamy sauce made with canned soup and cream cheese. With just 10 minutes of prep, the crockpot does all the work, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Saucy Crockpot Pork Chops Recipe (5 Minutes Prep)

Pork chops and gravy over mashed potatoes
Saucy Crockpot Pork Chops Recipe (5 Minutes 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 Cooker Yankee Pot Roast

Yankee pot roast
Slow Cooker Yankee Pot Roast. 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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Creamy Chicken And Dumplings

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Creamy Chicken And Dumplings. 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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Easy Slow Cooker Goulash: Traditional German Recipe

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

This Slow Cooker German Goulash is a rich and hearty dish packed with tender beef, savory paprika-infused broth, and slow-cooked onions for deep, comforting flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend meals, this one-pot wonder requires minimal prep and delivers melt-in-your-mouth beef.
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Easy Crockpot Potato Soup (5 Minutes Prep)

Five ingredient crock pot potato soup with cheese and bacon on top
Easy Crockpot Potato Soup (5 Minutes Prep). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This 5 Ingredient Crock Pot Potato Soup with frozen hash browns takes under 10 minutes to prep and makes a delicious, hearty pot of soup.
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Creamy Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese Recipe

Crock pot macaroni and cheese being scooped up with a spoon
Creamy Slow Cooker 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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Classic Crockpot 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.
Classic Crockpot 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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Slow Cooker Thick and Meaty No-Bean Chili

A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, and jalapeño slices. The dish is served in a white bowl on a green plate, with a green cloth nearby.
Slow Cooker Thick and Meaty No-Bean Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Thick and meaty chili without beans recipe is made with savory chili seasonings, tomatoes, and chiles all slow simmered in your crockpot.
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Easy and Creamy Crockpot 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.
Easy and Creamy Crockpot 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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Slow Cooker Tortilla Mexican Chicken Soup

chicken tortilla soup
Slow Cooker Tortilla Mexican 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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Easy Chicken Parmesan Slow Cooker Recipe

A plate of spaghetti topped with homemade chicken parmesan, marinara sauce, and melted cheese, garnished with fresh basil leaves. The dish is served on a red and white plate, with a grater and a striped cloth napkin in the background.
Easy Chicken Parmesan Slow Cooker Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Easy Slow-Cooker Chicken Parmesan Recipe takes tender chicken breasts, coats them in Panko bread crumbs, and cooks them with marinara in a slow cooker. It is perfect for those wanting a restaurant-quality meal without the effort.
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Creamy Portobello Mushroom Chicken

Texas Roadhouse chicken
Creamy Portobello Mushroom Chicken. 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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Easy 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.
Easy 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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Mexican Crockpot Chicken Tacos Recipe (Under 5 Min. Prep)

Crock pot chicken for taco meat
Mexican Crockpot Chicken Tacos Recipe (Under 5 Min. Prep). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Spice up your taco dinner with this authentic Mexican crockpot chicken tacos recipe. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, these tacos are not only delicious but also easy to prep in under 5 minutes.
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Crockpot Turkey Wings Recipe With Rich Gravy

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

Smothered With Rich Gravy Turkey Wings Made In A Crock Pot incredibly simple to make and guarantees tender, flavorful turkey wings.
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Creamy and Easy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini Soup

A bowl of creamy chicken tortellini soup with shredded chicken, cheese tortellini, diced carrots, and herbs, topped with grated cheese. Served in a white bowl with a red rim, accompanied by a silver spoon and a striped napkin on the side.
Creamy and Easy Crockpot Chicken Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make, Chicken Tortellini Soup Recipe combines cheese tortellinis, tender chicken with a blend of Italian herbs in a creamy broth.
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Easy Tender BBQ Pulled Pork (10 Minutes Prep)

Pulled pork on a plate with two forks
Easy Tender BBQ Pulled Pork (10 Minutes Prep). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

I’m going to teach you how to make super tender, smoky BBQ slow cooker pulled pork in under 10 minutes of prep to cooking time.
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Super Easy White Chili Recipe With Chicken

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.
Super Easy White Chili Recipe With Chicken. 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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Rich Meatballs and Gravy Recipe (Easy Slow Cooker)

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Rich Meatballs and Gravy Recipe (Easy Slow Cooker). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Learn how to make tender meatballs with abundant rich flavorful gravy using a slow cooker. This step-by-step recipe will teach you how to create a delicious appetizer or satisfying meatballs and creamy gravy sauce meal sure to impress your family and friends.
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Crock Pot Pork Chops in Mushroom Soup

A black plate with a serving of creamy mushroom risotto garnished with chopped herbs. A knife and fork rest beside the plate on a wooden surface, and a dark blue cloth is partially visible in the background.
Crock Pot Pork Chops in Mushroom Soup. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Be prepared for the most tender moist bone-in pork chops that have cooked slowly in a crock pot marinating in a scrumptious homemade mushroom soup. Add some rice at the end for a hearty slow cooker meal that you can prep in 15 minutes. No dry tough pork chops here.
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Crockpot Ribs

Sliced BBQ ribs with a caramelized glaze on a foil-lined tray, showcasing tender, juicy meat and a rich, savory texture.
Crockpot Ribs. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

This Crockpot Ribs Recipe yields the most tender and tasty ribs ever! Cook them until tender in the crockpot and then finish them off on the grill or broiler with lots of BBQ sauce!
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27 Breakfast Recipes That’ll Make Your Morning Better

Four muffins topped with icing and cinnamon sugar are placed on a cooling rack. A striped kitchen towel is partially visible to the side.
27 Breakfast Recipes That’ll Make Your Morning Better. Image credit: Simply Breakfast Recipes.

Mornings with the right breakfast can make all the difference! This collection of delicious breakfast recipes is full of easy, satisfying options that’ll brighten your morning and keep you energized. From fluffy pancakes and smoothie bowls to savory egg bites and crispy hash browns, there’s something here for everyone. Craving something unique? Try cottage cheese flatbread for a protein boost or whip up homemade chicken tocino for a flavorful start. No matter your morning routine, these recipes will make breakfast the best part of your day! Get All The Recipes: 27 Breakfast Recipes That’ll Make Your Morning Better