15 Easy and Delicious Crockpot Recipes for Busy Weeknights

It’s the season to bring out the crockpots out and make some easy cozy crockpot recipes that will make dinner literary cook itself.

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There’s nothing quite like coming home after a long, draining day, slipping off your shoes, and being greeted by the comforting smell of dinner already waiting for you.

No rushing around the kitchen, no last-minute stress about what to put on the table. You just get the relief of knowing it’s all been taken care of while you were busy living your day.

That’s the gift of the crockpot. It feels like a little act of self-care, a quiet way of saying, “I’ve got you covered.”

In this roundup, I’m sharing some of the coziest, easiest crockpot recipes that bring warmth, comfort, and nourishment to your evening with minimal effort.

And if you are into cozy meals, which I assume you are, given that you are here, you may love this other roundup of mouthwatering fall dinner recipes. Also, since I am cozy meals obsessed, I wrote a round-up of delicious winter soups and stews.

Hearty Vegetable Soup

This hearty vegetable soup is perfect for a cozy night in.

Just toss your favorite veggies into the crockpot, add some spices and herbs, add some broth, and let it simmer.

You’ll have a warm, delicious meal ready when you are!

Recipe:

• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 carrots (sliced)
• 2 potatoes (diced
• 1 zucchini (sliced)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 Teaspoon Oregano
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 can diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper to taste.

Instructions:

Combine all ingredients in the crockpot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Serve hot and enjoy!

Spicy Chicken Tacos

Spicy chicken tacos are a quick and tasty meal that everyone will love.

Just toss some chicken, spices, and a bit of salsa into your crockpot, and let it do the work. Serve it up in warm tortillas with fresh toppings for a fun dinner!

Recipe:

• 1 lb chicken breasts
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup salsa.
• 1 cup chicken chicken stock

Instructions:

• Place chicken in the crockpot, sprinkle with taco seasoning, and pour salsa over the top.
• Add in 1 cup chicken stock. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours. Shred the chicken and serve in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Tender BBQ Pulled Pork

This tender BBQ pulled pork is a crowd-pleaser and super easy to make and a round up of crockpot recipes is not complete without a slow pulled pork recipe.

Just toss a pork shoulder in your crockpot with some BBQ sauce and let it cook low and slow.

Serve it on buns with coleslaw for a delicious meal!

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 3-4 lbs pork shoulder
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 onion, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Buns and coleslaw for serving

Instructions:

1. Place the sliced onion in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. Season the pork shoulder with salt and pepper, then place it on top of the onions.
3. Pour the BBQ sauce over the pork.
4. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the meat is tender.
5. Shred the pork with two forks and mix it with the sauce.
6. Serve on buns with coleslaw.

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken

This creamy garlic parmesan chicken is a total winner for dinner!

Just toss chicken breasts, garlic, and parmesan cheese into your crockpot, and let it do the magic.

Serve it over pasta or rice for a meal that feels fancy without the fuss.

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Place chicken breasts in the crockpot and season with salt and pepper.
2. In a bowl, mix garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese, then pour over the chicken.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Serve with pasta or rice and garnish with parsley.

Savory Slow-Cooked Chili

Who doesnt love chili? The most cozy warming meal. It the perfect meal for fall and winter and it had to find its way in this list of crockpot recipes.

This slow-cooked chili is a cozy dish that warms you up from the inside out. With ground beef, beans, and spices simmering together, it’s a simple meal that packs a punch.

Serve it with cheese and fresh cilantro for a tasty finish!

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 can kidney beans
• 1 can pinto beans
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet and drain excess fat.
2. Combine all ingredients in a crockpot and stir well.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Enjoy!

If you want, serve with cornbread because we all know, chili is not complete without corn bread.

Vegetarian Lentil Stew

This vegetarian lentil stew is a cozy dish that warms you from the inside out. Packed with veggies and lentils, it’s both hearty and healthy.

Just toss everything in your crockpot, let it simmer, and enjoy a delicious meal with minimal effort!

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup lentils (rinsed)
• 2 carrots (sliced)
• 1 zucchini (diced)
• 1 onion (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to your crockpot.
2. Stir well and cover.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Serve warm!

Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken

This Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken is a simple and tasty dish that will brighten your dinner table.

Just toss chicken breasts with lemon juice, herbs, and your favorite veggies into the crockpot, and let it cook while you go about your day.

You’ll come home to a delicious meal that’s ready to enjoy!

Recipe:

• 4 chicken breasts
• juice of 2 lemons
• 2 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 cup chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste,
• Assorted veggies (like carrots and zucchini).

Instructions:Place chicken in the crockpot, pour lemon juice over it, and sprinkle with herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Add chopped veggies around the chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, then serve and enjoy!

Classic Beef Stroganoff

Beef Stroganoff is a cozy dish that warms you right up. With tender beef and creamy sauce, it pairs perfectly with egg noodles.

Just throw everything in the crockpot, and let it do the work for you! So cozy and so easy, this straganoff is a perfect addition in this roundup of cozy crokcpot recipes.

Recipe:

• 1 lb beef stew meat,
• 1 onion (chopped),
• 2 cups mushrooms (sliced),
• 2 cups beef broth,
• 1 cup sour cream,
• 2 tbsp flour,
• 1 tsp garlic powder,
• salt, and pepper to taste.

Instructions:

1. Place beef, onion, and mushrooms in the crockpot.

2. Mix broth, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then pour over the beef.

3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, stir in sour cream before serving over noodles.

Mouthwatering Teriyaki Chicken

This teriyaki chicken is a real treat for busy weeknights.

Just toss chicken breasts, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger into your crockpot, and let it do the work.

Serve it over rice with steamed broccoli for a delicious meal that everyone will love!

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup

This creamy tomato basil soup is a cozy treat that warms you up from the inside out.

Just toss tomatoes, basil, onion, garlic, and cream into your crockpot, and let it simmer away.

In a few hours, you’ll have a delicious soup that’s perfect for dipping your favorite bread! This is so good! And easy.

I think it might just be my favorite recipe from this list of cozy crockpot recipes.

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 4 cups diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add tomatoes, onion, garlic, basil, and vegetable broth to the crockpot.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. Blend until smooth, stir in cream, and season with salt and pepper before serving.

Spicy Beef Tacos

Spicy beef tacos are a fun and easy meal for any night.

Just toss some beef, spices, and veggies into your crockpot, and let it do the work.

Serve it up with fresh toppings for a tasty treat everyone will love!

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup diced tomatoes, 1 onion (chopped)
• Tortillas
• toppings (lettuce, avocado, cheese, salsa).

Instructions:

1. Place beef in the crockpot.

2. Add taco seasoning, tomatoes, and onion.

3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours.

4. Shred beef and serve in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Sweet and sour meatballs are a fun and tasty dish that everyone loves.

They are easy to make in a crockpot, letting you enjoy the flavors without much fuss.

Just mix your ingredients, set it, and let the slow cooker do the work!

Recipe:

1. Combine 1 pound of ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup chopped onion, and 1 egg in a bowl. Form into meatballs and place in the crockpot.

2. In another bowl, mix 1 cup of sweet and sour sauce with 1/4 cup of soy sauce and pour over the meatballs.

3. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until cooked through. Serve with rice or on their own!

Flavorful Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers are a fun and easy meal that everyone loves. Just fill bell peppers with rice, beans, and cheese, then let your crockpot do the work.

In a few hours, you’ll have a tasty dish that’s perfect for any night of the week!

Recipe for Stuffed Peppers:

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers (any color)
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 can black beans, rinsed
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds.
2. In a bowl, mix the rice, black beans, salsa, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff the mixture into the peppers and place them in the crockpot. Top with cheese.
4. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or until the peppers are tender.

Rich Beef and Broccoli

This rich beef and broccoli dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s super easy to whip up in your crockpot.

Just toss in some beef, broccoli, soy sauce, and a few spices, and let it do its magic.

Serve it over rice for a hearty meal that everyone will love!

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon minced ginger
• 1 cup beef broth
• Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions:

1. In your crockpot, combine the beef, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and beef broth.
2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the beef is tender.
3. Add the broccoli in the last 30 minutes of cooking, then serve over rice.

Savory Chicken and Rice

This savory chicken and rice dish is a simple winner for any weeknight dinner. Just toss chicken, rice, carrots, peas, and broth into your crockpot and let it do the work.

In a few hours, you’ll have a warm, comforting meal that everyone will love!

Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless chicken breasts
• 1 cup rice (white or brown)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup peas
• 1 onion, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
2. Add the rice, broth, carrots, peas, and onion on top.
3. Season with salt and pepper, then cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.

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