12 Crockpot Meals You’ll Love for Their Under-20-Minute Prep Time
A delicious homemade dinner doesn’t have to require hours of chopping and prep work. With these crockpot recipes, you can spend less than 20 minutes getting everything ready before letting the slow cooker handle the rest. These 12 easy meals are packed with comforting flavor, making busy days feel a whole lot easier without sacrificing a satisfying dinner.
Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta
There are some dinners that everyone gets excited about, and this Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta is definitely one of them. Tender chicken, perfectly cooked penne pasta, and a rich creamy sauce seasoned with bold Cajun flavor come together in one comforting dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. The slow cooker does almost all of the work, leaving you with an easy meal that’s packed with flavor and ready for the whole family. Pair it with garlic bread and a crisp side salad for a complete meal everyone will love.
Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken
Try this incredible Crockpot Honey Garlic Chicken! It’s one of our favorite no fuss slow cooker meals for any night of the week. With just 6 ingredients, we know anyone can make this successfully. We find it’s better than our local takeout restaurant too!
Slow Cooker Birria Tacos
These mouthwatering Slow Cooker Birria Tacos will be the new taco Tuesday tacos. Slow-cooked to perfection, the tender and flavorful beef chuck roast is bathed in a rich and aromatic chili sauce, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth filling for your tacos.
Slow Cooker Whiskey Meatballs
These slow cooker whiskey meatballs take just 5 minutes to prep and are the perfect quick and simple appetizer for the holidays, football season or a Saturday night at home with the family! Everyone will be asking for seconds (and the recipe), so you’ll definitely want to make a double batch.
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast
If you’re looking for an easy way to make the most delicious turkey, look no further than this slow cooker turkey breast. It’s the perfect way to get turkey on the table without the hassle of making an entire turkey.
Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew
This summer beef stew is made in the slow cooker so the house stays cool. Enjoy this classic dish with a summer vegetable twist!
Slow Cooker Steak and Onions
This hands-off crockpot meal of steak and onions is just as comforting as pot roast—complete with tender beef and plenty of thick gravy. You’re going to love every bite!
Slow Cooker Short Ribs
These Slow Cooker Short Ribs make the perfect beef and veggie meal for busy weekdays or relaxing weekends. All you need are ribs, carrots, and a variety of tasty seasonings.
Garlic Crockpot Pork Tenderloin
This Garlic Crockpot Pork Tenderloin is a lifesaver in my kitchen. I’ve found it’s the absolute easiest way to get a juicy, flavorful dinner on the table with practically zero effort. Seriously, I just toss everything into the slow cooker in the morning, and by dinnertime, I’ve got tender pork that melts in your mouth.
Crockpot Pork Chops
Dinner is served! This EASY Crock Pot Pork Chops recipe is perfect for Sunday dinners with the family, freezer friendly and can be prepped ahead of time. Tender pork chops slow cooking in a delicious sauce with a 4 hour cook time.
Crockpot Clam Chowder
This crockpot clam chowder has all the decadent flavors you expect, but with not much effort! Perfect for dinner any night of the week.
Slow Cooker Chilli Con Carne with Beans
Slow cooker chilli con carne with big chunks of beef and a heady combination of different chillies that create a deep, rich and bold flavour.
