12 Crockpot Dinners You Can Prep in Just 10 Minutes (Then Forget About!)
If dinner always sneaks up on you, these recipes are about to become your new secret weapon. Each of these crockpot dinners takes just 10 minutes of prep, then your slow cooker does the rest—no standing over a stove, no endless cleanup. From creamy pastas to cozy soups, these set-it-and-forget-it meals prove that delicious doesn’t have to mean complicated. Just toss everything in, walk away, and come home to dinner that tastes like you spent hours on it.
Slow Cooker Chuck Roast Chili
This Slow Cooker Chuck Roast Chili, also known as chili con carne, features tender chunks of beef simmered with beans, tomatoes, and smoky spices for a rich, hearty meal. Perfect for busy days, this comforting chili requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor.
Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks
Slow Cooker Chicken Drumsticks cook up tender and full of flavor thanks to a simple mix of herbs and barbecue sauce. It’s an easy, family-friendly dinner that’s great for weeknights.
Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs
Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs are a favorite in my house because of how tasty they are to eat and how easy they are to make. I like to serve these with mashed potatoes, noodles, rice, or roasted veggies for dinner. They make great leftovers the next day, too, and you can always skewer them with toothpicks if you prefer the appetizer version!
Slow Cooker Country Style Pork Ribs
Slow cooker country-style pork ribs can be combined with BBQ sauce in the crockpot before work and are ready by dinner time. After cooking low and slow, the boneless ribs become fall-apart-tender and the BBQ sauce begins to thicken and caramelize into sweet, smoky goodness. Slow cooker country-style pork ribs are the perfect fuss-free dinner recipe for busy weekdays.
Slow Cooker Peachy Barbecue Ribs
Slow Cooker Peachy Barbecue Ribs combine tender, fall-off-the-bone pork with a sweet and tangy peach-infused barbecue sauce, creating a flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Penne
Kickstart dinner with a simple and savory slow cooker Cheesy Chicken Penne, perfect for any night of the week. This dish brings together tender chicken and creamy pasta in an easy casserole that uses simple ingredients to deliver a satisfying meal right in your crock pot!
Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
Make Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef to feed a crowd instead of paying for takeout! My recipe features flank steak and a homemade Mongolian sauce.
Crock Pot Steak and Gravy
Tender, juicy bites of beef smothered in a savory sauce, this Crock Pot Steak and Gravy is pure comfort food. A budget-friendly dinner that cooks itself, this flavorful slow cooker meal is one the whole family will enjoy.
Crock Pot Crack Chicken Noodle Soup
Warm, creamy, and loaded with flavor, Crock Pot Crack Chicken Noodle Soup takes comfort food to the next level. With tender chicken, smoky bacon, and a cheesy ranch twist, this isn’t your average chicken noodle soup.
Crock Pot Street Corn Chicken
This Mexican-inspired dish combines the classic flavors of street corn with tender, juicy chicken; all made effortlessly in a slow cooker using simple ingredients that you can find anywhere! Serve this zesty, creamy Crock Pot Street Corn Chicken on top of rice, noodles, or vegetables for a well-rounded meal!
Slow Cooker Coconut Curry Chicken
If you’re craving curry, but getting takeout doesn’t fit into your plans for the week, try making it at home instead! This Slow Cooker Coconut Curry Chicken combines your favorite curry spices and coconut milk with fresh veggies and peanut butter to make the most delicious comfort meal!
Crock Pot Pineapple BBQ Chicken
Transport yourself to an island vacation with this delicious Crock Pot Pineapple BBQ Chicken! This recipe is only 6 ingredients and uses tropical pineapple and tangy barbecue sauce to make the perfect sweet and rich shredded BBQ chicken.
