These days, most people seem to be going in 10 directions at the same time. Between commuting to work, doctor's appointments, picking up the kids, dropping off the kids, taking the car in for an oil change, boot camp and taking night classes, who has time to cook let alone cook a healthy and nutritional meal. This is where the industrious crock-pot comes in. It's perfect because slow cookers allow you to cook hands (and eyes) free.
Not only do crock-pots save you time, they make delicious, tasty food too. As the foods cook, complex chemical reactions change the flavor of the food, thus giving it a deeper, richer flavor. This is also why food tastes better the next day.
If you're looking for some great, tried and true recipes to add to your weekly dinner repertoire, check out these top 25 crock-pot recipes that we've found on Pinterest. These low-stress meals will have you cooking up a storm in no time.
Chicken Burrito Bowl – 585,000+ repins
Tender chicken simmered in a flavorful mix of Mexican seasonings combined with tasty black beans and brown rice, and topped with melty cheese, fresh ripe tomatoes, and buttery avocados. This dish can be served in a bowl or wrapped in a big soft tortilla for delicious homemade burritos.
Via Number 2 Pencil
Garlic Parmesan Potatoes – 491,000+ repins
Crisp-tender potatoes loaded with garlicky parmesan goodness – and it’s the easiest side dish you will ever make right in the crockpot!
Via Damn Delicious
Steak Fajitas – 387,000+ repins
There are only 5-Ingredients in this slow cooker steak fajitas recipe. This easy yet delicious crockpot dish is perfect any day of the week.
Chili – 356,000+ repins
Chili is hearty, flavorful, and it’s simply a perfect blend of so many delicious ingredients, and there’s more….. it makes delicious leftovers.
Via Classy Cooking
Broccoli and Cheese Soup – 353,000+ repins
Here’s a recipe for an easy, healthy Slow Cooker Broccoli and Cheese Soup that takes less than 10 minutes to prep and will make you feel warm and toasty all over.
Via Well Plated
Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos – 342,000+ repins
These Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos are so delicious and simple to make! A five ingredient dump-and-go meal that takes minutes to prepare and cooks all day in the slow cooker!
BBQ Chicken – 278,000+ repins
This is going to be the easiest BBQ chicken you have ever made.
Spinach and Artichoke Dip – 277,000+ repins
Simply throw everything in the crockpot for the easiest, most effortless spinach and artichoke dip – it doesn’t get easier than that!
Via Damn Delicious
Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies – 247,000+ repins
The easiest one pot recipe ever. Simply throw everything in and that’s it! No cooking, no sauteeing. SO EASY!
Via Damn Delicious
Chex Mix – 194,000+ repins
Did you know that your favorite homemade Chex Mix recipe can be made in the slow cooker? This stuff is as irresistible as ever. It’s salty, crunchy, savory, and perfect for snacking. (And snacking…and snacking some more). You can also substitute in whatever random ingredients we have on hand — various cereals, cookies, crackers, or candies.
Via Gimme Some Oven
Zuppa Toscana – 190,000+ repins
The classic Zuppa Toscana soup, in slow cooker form! It tastes WAY better than Olive Garden’s, and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Via The Chunky Chef
Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff – 187,000+ repins
Slow Cooker Chicken and Mushroom Stroganoff takes just minutes to throw in the slow cooker! It is so creamy and delicious and will become an instant family favorite!
Honey Teriyaki Chicken – 181,000+ repins
This recipe is so easy to throw into your slow cooker and the honey teriyaki flavor is simply delicious! The chicken cooks to perfection and will be one of the best things that you will make!
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken – 177,000+ repins
A delicious and creamy chicken recipe that is loaded with amazing flavor! The sun dried tomatoes and basil truly make this meal outstanding!
Via Chef in Training
General Tso Chicken – 176,000+ repins
Super Easy Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken. Way better (and healthier) than takeout!
Via Chef Savvy
Chicken Enchilada Soup – 158,000+ repins
This slow cooker chicken enchilada soup is packed full of flavor, with hardly any work, for a meal that the whole family loves
Lo Mein – 148,000+ repin
Skip delivery and try this veggie-packed takeout favorite for a healthy dinnertime meal that is easy to make right in your crockpot!
Via Damn Delicious
Stuffed Shells with Spinach – 146,000+ repins
Did you know you can cook pasta in the slow cooker? Simply take raw pasta shells and cooked them directly in the slow cooker for our Stuffed Shells with Spinach.
Caramel Apple Crumble – 143,000+ repins
This is a fun crumble that’s cooked in the slow cooker in less than 3 hours. Apples and caramel and oats… all the good stuff. The crumble topping doesn’t get crunchy as it would in the oven but for a super simple dessert, you can’t really complain.
Via Fake Ginger
Baked Potatoes – 142,000+ repins
Whether you are looking for an easy way to feed a crowd, to beat the heat, or simply love the flexibility of slow cooker recipes, these Crock Pot Baked Potatoes have you covered.
Via Well Plated
Shredded Mexican Chicken – 139,000+ repins
Easy Slow Cooker Shredded Mexican Chicken simmered with Mexican spices, salsa and green chilies for amazingly flavorful chicken for tacos, burritos, nachos, soups, salads, etc. and all you do is dump and run! You NEED this in your back pocket!
Italian Chicken Potatoes – 136,000+ repins
Slow Cooker Italian Chicken and Potatoes is such an easy meal to make but packed with such amazing flavor! The entire family will love this hearty meal in one.
Chicken Alfredo Tortellini – 124,000+ repins
Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Tortellini is warm, comfort food at it’s finest. This easy, crockpot recipe will quickly become a favorite family dinner!
Via The Gunny Sack
Beef and Broccoli – 120,000+ repins
Try this easy recipe for authentic Chinese beef and broccoli with white rice.
Via Savory Tooth
Honey Sesame Chicken – 110,000+ repins
Slow cooked chicken with sweet honey and sesame sauce – an easy family favorite recipe!
Do you have a crock-pot that's been sitting in the cupboard collecting dust for a while? Hopefully one of these delicious recipes has given you a reason to dust off your pot and start cooking up a storm.
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