Best Easy Crock Pot Recipes

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Cozy and always tasty, these easy crock pot recipes skimp on effort but never flavor, from fall-apart-tender beef to juicy chicken and beyond. 

Easy Crock Pot Chicken Recipes

Chicken stays juicy and tender in the slow cooker, which makes these recipes great for busy days. They’re simple, comforting options that always hit the spot.

1. Crockpot Chicken and Noodles

This cozy crockpot chicken and noodles has soft egg noodles and tender chicken in a creamy sauce. It’s pure comfort and pairs perfectly with a side of air fryer broccoli or mashed potatoes.

Crockpot Chicken and Noodles with a spoon.
5 from 3 votes

Crockpot Chicken and Noodles

This Crockpot chicken and noodles is a perfect make-ahead meal, both convenient and comforting. It’s a one-pot wonder ideal for busy weeknights or lazy weekends!
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2. Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup

Your slow cooker handles everything in this bright, cozy chicken noodle soup. The broth gets rich, the veggies soften perfectly, and the chicken stays tender. I love serving it with homemade bread or a simple green salad.

Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup in a bowl.
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Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup (Easy + Extra Tasty!)

Crockpot chicken noodle soup is easy comfort food you need. Make the best with this easy slow cooker chicken soup recipe – just 15 min prep!
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3. Crockpot Chicken Enchiladas with Spicy Pumpkin Sauce

These pumpkin chicken enchiladas are unexpected and so good. The sauce is creamy, a little spicy, and full of fall vibes. They’re great with Mexican rice or a simple green salad.

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Crockpot Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas with Spicy Pumpkin Sauce

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4. Shredded Chicken Tacos

My slow cooker shredded chicken tacos are juicy, well-seasoned, and perfect for taco night. Add toppings like avocado, lime, or my quick pickled red onions.

These easy shredded (or pulled) chicken tacos are cooked in a crockpot with a delicious sauce, and are perfect for any time of the year.
5 from 11 votes

Shredded Chicken Tacos (Crock Pot Recipe!)

These easy Shredded Chicken Tacos are cooked in a Crockpot Slow Cooker with the best, crazy-delicious sauce. You don’t want to miss my tips for the best way to shred chicken, plus my 11 most-favourite chicken taco toppings. A Crockpot™ makes this recipe super simple and hands off. 
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5. Crack Chicken (5 Ingredients)

This easy crack chicken recipe uses only five ingredients and turns out creamy, savory, and perfect for stuffing into buns or serving over steamed rice. It’s a simple slow cooker meal that works for busy nights.

Crack Chicken in slow cooker with a spoon.
5 from 2 votes

3-Ingredient Crack Chicken Recipe

Ultra-creamy slow cooker Crack Chicken with ranch, cheddar, and bacon. Pile it on buns, rice, or baked potatoes. Easy, comforting crockpot recipe, and great for meal prep.
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6. Crockpot BBQ Chicken (10 Minutes Prep)

This fall-apart tender Crockpot BBQ chicken needs just 10 minutes of hands-on time. The smoky, tangy sauce soaks right into the shredded meat. Pile it on toasted buns with coleslaw, stuff it into tacos, or serve it over rice for an easy weeknight dinner.

Crockpot BBQ Chicken in a sandwich.
5 from 2 votes

Crockpot BBQ Chicken (Fall-Apart Tender!)

Juicy, tender Crockpot BBQ Chicken. You'll love this EASY, set-it-and-forget-it recipe with just 10 minutes prep. Perfect for busy weekdays or for picnics/potlucks!
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Easy Crock Pot Recipes with Beef

Slow cooking beef brings out deep flavor and guarantees tender results. These recipes are rich, cozy, and always satisfying.

1. Crockpot Beef Tips with Gravy

This beef tips recipe gives you fall-apart meat in a silky gravy. Spoon it over mashed potatoes or fluffy rice for the best comfort meal.

Crockpot Beef Tips
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Tender Crockpot Beef Tips (with Easy Gravy!)

Melt-in-your-mouth beef in a rich, silky gravy. I brown the meat, toast the tomato paste, then let the slow cooker handle the rest. It’s cozy, simple, and great over potatoes, noodles, or rice.
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2. Shredded Beef (Crock Pot or Oven)

My shredded beef recipe works in the crockpot or oven. It’s juicy and flavorful, and can be used for tacos, bowls, sandwiches, or over rice.

Shredded beef recipe in crock pot.
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Fall-Apart Tender Shredded Beef Recipe (Crock Pot or Oven!)

This easy Shredded Beef recipe is packed with savory flavor and melts in your mouth. Perfect for tacos, sandwiches, rice bowls, or meal prep!
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3. Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef

This slow cooked spaghetti sauce has ground beef, tomato, and herbs simmered for hours. It’s rich and comforting and makes dinner almost effortless.

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Crockpot Spaghetti Sauce with Ground Beef and Eggplant

A richly flavourful spaghetti sauce in the crockpot, plus science-based cooking secrets to making the best sauce ever in your slow cooker.
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4. Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs

These Korean short ribs turn meltingly tender in the slow cooker. They’re savory, a little sweet, and incredible with rice and quick pickled onions.

Slow Cooker Korean Ribs
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Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs

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5. Crockpot Lasagna

This easy crockpot lasagna cooks into soft, layered pasta with a rich, cheesy filling. It’s a great hands-off dinner and pairs nicely with simple garlic bread or a crisp green salad.

The best crockpot slow cooker lasagna recipe
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Crockpot Lasagna Recipe (Easy, Cheesy + DELICIOUS!)

This Crockpot Lasagna recipe is delicious and SO easy. The Crockpot creates slow-simmered rich flavor and "bakes" the lasagna in one step.
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6. Shredded Beef Tacos

These shredded beef tacos are loaded with tender, juicy meat and simple toppings. They start with my slow cooked shredded beef and are perfect for an easy taco night with the family.

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Shredded Beef Tacos Recipe (Meltingly Tender!)

This Shredded Beef Tacos recipe melts in your mouth and is packed with delicious flavor. Make it in the crock pot or in the oven!
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Easy Crock Pot Recipes with Pork

Nothing beats fall-apart tender pork straight out of the crock pot.

1. Crock Pot Ham

Ultra tender, my low-and-slow crock pot ham is such an easy way to get mouth-watering results. I love serving this with creamy mashed potatoes and perfectly bright green beans.

Crockpot Ham
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Easy Crockpot Ham Recipe (Moist and Juicy Every Time!)

This Crockpot Ham recipe is juicy, tender, and simmered right in the glaze for maximum flavor. I'm a Food Scientist sharing secrets to make slow cooker ham PERFECTLY every time.
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2. Crock Pot Pork Shoulder

This fall apart tender pork shoulder turns juicy and flavorful with almost no effort. Serve it with coleslaw, rice, or stuffed into warm buns.

Crockpot pork shoulder in the slow cooker with a spoon.
5 from 33 votes

Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder (Crockpot Recipe – Fall-Apart Tender!)

This melt-in-your-mouth Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder makes fall-apart tender pork with a delicious, caramelized crust EVERY time.
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3. Crockpot Pork Loin

My pork loin recipe stays tender and juicy thanks to a simple seasoning blend and the slow cooker’s gentle heat. Pair it with roasted potatoes or bright green beans.

Slices of tender slow cooker pork loin on a cutting board.
4.97 from 84 votes

Slow Cooker Pork Loin (Fall-Apart Tender with the Tastiest Sauce!)

Fall-apart tender slow cooker pork loin that cooks on its own while you get on with your day. This easy crockpot pork loin recipe is soft, outrageously juicy + super tasty.
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Easy Breakfast Crockpot Recipes

Your slow cooker can make mornings easier than ever. These breakfast recipes cook hands-off and give you warm, satisfying meals to start the day.

1. Overnight Crockpot Baked Oats

These overnight baked oats cook while you sleep and come out tender and cake-like. The leftovers reheat well for simple weekday breakfasts.

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Overnight Crockpot Slow Cooker Baked Oats

These Crockpot™ Slow Cooker Baked Oats are such an easy way to get breakfast on the table quickly in the morning. Made overnight, my version of this viral TikTok baked oatmeal recipe features juicy peaches. Feel free to swap in any other in-season fruit (or even chocolate chips!). 
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2. Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

This pumpkin spice oatmeal is cozy, lightly sweet, and perfect for fall. It simmers into a warm, creamy breakfast with almost no hands-on time.

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Slow-Cooker Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

Slow-cooker steel-cut oats with pumpkin and spices. The creamiest oatmeal you’ll ever eat.
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3. Carrot Cake Steel-Cut Oats

My carrot cake oatmeal tastes like dessert for breakfast but is made with wholesome ingredients. It’s a great prep-ahead recipe for busy mornings.

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Carrot Cake Slow-Cooker Steel-Cut Oats

Do you know how to make steel cut oatmeal in the slow cooker? Here’s a carrot cake oatmeal recipe with cinnamon and raisins that cooks overnight. Such a nice smell to wake up to!
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Vegetarian Crockpot Recipes

Vegetarian slow cooker meals are cozy, filling, and incredibly simple. These dishes rely on smart seasoning and long simmer time for great flavor.

1. Crockpot Tortellini Soup

This creamy tortellini soup is comforting, simple, and packed with tender pasta in a rich broth. It’s a great vegetarian dinner and goes well with homemade bread for dipping.

Slow Cooker Creamy Spring Tortellini Soup Recipe
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Crockpot Tortellini Soup (Vegetarian + So Tasty!)

Learn how to make tasty tortellini soup in the crockpot with this easy, healthy Crockpot Tortellini Soup recipe using simple ingredients.
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Other Easy Crockpot Recipes

These slow cooker favorites aren’t meat-focused but still deliver easy comfort. They make great breakfasts, sides, and cozy bowls.

1. Crock Pot Potatoes

These fluffy slow cooker potatoes turn out creamy inside with golden edges. They’re great with weeknight dinners or big holiday meals.

Crock Pot Potatoes
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Crock Pot Potatoes (Fluffy + Foolproof!)

If you’re looking for an easy, hands-off way to make perfectly tender and flavorful potatoes, then these crock pot potatoes are a game-changer.
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