14 Beefy Crockpot Meals That’ll Have Everyone Hovering Around the Kitchen
There’s something about a slow cooker full of rich, beefy comfort food that makes everyone suddenly wander into the kitchen asking, “What smells so good?” These crockpot meals are hearty, cozy, and packed with deep flavors that only get better after hours of slow simmering. From saucy pasta dishes to comforting classics perfect for chilly nights, these recipes bring serious comfort with very little hands-on effort. If you love dinners that make the whole house smell amazing, these beefy crockpot meals absolutely deliver.
Slow Cooker Taco Pasta
This slow cooker taco pasta is loaded with ground beef and black beans for lots of protein. It features all of your favorite taco flavors, just like our easy slow cooker taco soup.
Crockpot Lasagna Soup
This Crockpot lasagna soup recipe is perfect for those days when you’re craving that favorite comfort meal, but still don’t feel like putting in too much work. It has everything you’ve ever loved about the classic layered Italian soup in a simple bowl, so you can just go ahead and dig in!
Slow Cooker Beef and Porcini Mushroom Pasta
This Slow Cooker Beef and Porcini Mushroom Pasta is just what you’ll crave on a cold winter night. It is comfort food perfection that’s slowly braised in your slow cooker. Serve it for a crockpot meal during the week, for a Sunday Supper or as an entree for entertaining guests.
Easy Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles
Chilly Autumn evenings call for this slow cooker beef and noodles. Tender chuck roast, rich broth, and Amish egg noodles soak up every drop of flavor in this hearty dinner that is almost entirely hands off.
Slow Cooker Beef Chow Mein
Skip the takeout and make your own flavorful version of beef chow mein in the slow cooker. It has all the classic flavors thanks to the chili garlic sauce, oyster sauce, ginger root, sesame oil, soy sauce, and must-have vegetables.
Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff
Beef stew meat, brown gravy, and a few other pantry favorites are all you need to make this delicious Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff. This recipe tastes better than a restaurant and you will want to make over and over.
Beef Ragu (in the Slow Cooker)
This incredibly delicious Beef Ragu is braised in the slow cooker for the ultimate cozy meal. The tender, rich beef is slow cooked with tomatoes, herbs, and red wine, then served over hearty noodles for a restaurant-worthy dinner made at home.
Slow Cooker Pizza and Pasta Soup
Slow Cooker Pizza and Pasta Soup is a meal your whole family will love!
Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
This comforting Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna layers meaty, cheesy filling between tender pasta, all cooked together in a simple sauce until warm and melty. The easy prep time makes it a perfect weeknight dinner, with the set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker doing most of the work. One bite of the crispy edges and ooey-gooey center will have the whole family going back for seconds!
Slow Cooker Baked Spaghetti {Million Dollar Spaghetti}
This Slow Cooker Baked Spaghetti has a slow-simmered beef sauce layered with pasta with a cream cheese layer, and a mozzarella layer. It’s often called Million Dollar Spaghetti, whatever you choose to call it, it’s delicious.
Cheesy Crock Pot Tortellini
This Cheesy Crock Pot Tortellini recipe is the perfect comfort food to warm you up on a chilly night. With a savory combination of ground beef, tangy tomatoes, and gooey mozzarella cheese, this slow cooker dinner is both easy to make AND delicious!
Crock Pot Rotel Pasta
Crock pot Rotel pasta makes a great weeknight dinner or potluck item because it’s easy, hearty, and so delicious. Ground beef, onions, bell peppers, and macaroni shells are combined with a cheesy tomato sauce to make a dish that satisfies everyone.
Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli Soup
This Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli Soup recipe has pantry staples like chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, ground beef, canned beans, carrots, and a few seasonings. It takes just a few hours for the flavors to marry together for a soup that’s sure to please the whole family (and become a family favorite, too).
Crock Pot Baked Ziti
This Crock Pot Baked Ziti is an easy and delicious weeknight dinner. It’s a great way to use up leftover pasta, and it’s perfect for feeding a large crowd. The best part is that it only takes about 10 minutes to prep, and the crockpot does all the work for you!
