50 Slow Cooker Recipes for Supper offers plenty of weeknight dinner ideas and reliable slow cooker recipes ideal for busy families and hectic school nights.
It’s hard to believe another summer has flown by and school is starting again. With schedules filling up quickly, slow cooker dinners become a go-to solution for weekday meals. Preparing a slow cooker supper in the morning or the night before means a warm, home-cooked meal waits at the end of a long day. Below are 50 back-to-school slow cooker recipes organized by category—soup and chili, beef/lamb/veal, chicken and turkey, and pork—so you can find something your family will love for those busy evenings.
50 Slow Cooker Recipes for Supper
Soup and Chili Slow Cooker Recipes
Soup and chili are classic slow cooker meals: simple to assemble, comforting, and perfect for filling the house with inviting aromas. These recipes range from hearty beef stews and chilies to lighter vegetable soups and chicken-based bowls. They’re easy to adapt, freezer-friendly, and great for feeding a crowd or storing leftovers for quick lunches.
- Slow Cooker Beef Stew – Add a Pinch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup – Add a Pinch
- Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup – Add a Pinch
- Slow Cooker Chunky Chicken Vegetable Soup – Add a Pinch
- Slow Cooker Chicken Stew – Lana’s Cooking
- Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup with Ham – Simple Bites
- Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup – Picky Palate
- Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup with Chicken and Mushrooms – A Farm Girl’s Dabbles
- 6 Hour Slow Cooker Chili – A Farm Girl’s Dabbles
- Slow Cooker Beef and Chorizo Chili – Picky Palate
Beef, Lamb, and Veal Slow Cooker Recipes
When you want a substantial, satisfying meal, slow-cooked beef, lamb, or veal dishes deliver robust flavors with minimal hands-on time. These recipes include tender roasts, shredded beef for sandwiches, ziti and pasta dishes, and traditional favorites like goulash and stroganoff. They’re ideal for making ahead, serving with simple sides, and enjoying as leftovers the next day.
- Slow Cooker Shredded Beef – Add a Pinch
- Dr. Pepper Slow Cooker Roast Beef – Add a Pinch
- Slow Cooker Beef Ziti – Add a Pinch
- Balsamic Roast Beef – Add a Pinch
- Roast Beef with Espresso Sriracha Sauce – Add a Pinch
- Slow Cooker Ginger and Orange Glazed Pot Roast – Recipe Girl
- Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches – Taste and Tell
- Crock Pot Beef Pot Roast – Add a Pinch
- Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Beef – Picky Palate
- Slow Cooker Coconut Curry Beef – A Farm Girl’s Dabbles
- Slow Cooker Hungarian Goulash – A Farm Girl’s Dabbles
- Slow Cooker Lamb Stroganoff – Recipe Girl
- Veal Pot Roast with Root Vegetables – Simple Bites
Chicken and Turkey Slow Cooker Recipes
Chicken and turkey are versatile proteins for the slow cooker, producing tender, flavorful meals that pair well with grains, pastas, and vegetables. This collection includes family-friendly options like shredded chicken for tacos, easy enchiladas, creamy pastas, comforting chicken and dumplings, and lighter turkey meatball dishes that travel well for packed lunches.
- Shredded Salsa Chicken – Add a Pinch
- Chicken Artichoke Pasta – Add a Pinch
- Chicken Enchiladas – Add a Pinch
- Crockpot Cheesesteak Pulled Chicken – How Sweet It Is
- Easy Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings – How Sweet It Is
- Crockpot Stuffed Chicken Breasts – How Sweet It Is
- Slow Cooker Tex-Mex Chicken and Beans – Recipe Girl
- Slow Cooker Chicken Paprikash – Taste and Tell
- Slow Cooker Coconut Ginger Chicken and Vegetables – Simple Bites
- Slow Cooker Creamy Chipotle Chicken Tortellini – Picky Palate
- Slow Cooker Lemon Honey and Dijon Chicken Dinner – Picky Palate
- Healthy Crockpot Mini Turkey Meatballs – How Sweet It Is
- Slow Cooker Turkey Spaghetti – A Southern Fairytale
- Crockpot Chicken Adobo – Table for Two
Pork Slow Cooker Recipes
Pork offers a wide range of slow cooker options, from tender pulled pork and juicy ribs to savory pork roasts and flavorful tenderloin. These recipes include comfort classics like barbecue pork chops and inventive dishes such as chipotle root beer pulled pork. Many of these pork dishes are excellent for sandwiches, tacos, or a hearty plate with roasted vegetables.
- Pork Roast Recipe – Add a Pinch
- Easy Slow Cooker Ribs – Add a Pinch
- Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Chops – Add a Pinch
- Chipotle Root Beer Pulled Pork – Add a Pinch
- Honey Soy Pork Tenderloin – Add a Pinch
- Slow Cooker White Beans with Smoked Ham Hocks – Lana’s Cooking
- Slow Cooker Sesame Pork – Taste and Tell
- Crockpot Beer Carnitas – How Sweet It Is
- Slow Cooker Peach Salsa Pork Roast with Sweet Potatoes – Foodie with Family
These 50 slow cooker recipes are designed to simplify weeknight dinners while offering variety and flavor that appeal to adults and kids alike. Most recipes can be prepped ahead, adjusted for dietary preferences, and scaled to feed families of different sizes. Whether you need a hearty stew, a spicy chili, comforting pasta, or tender pulled pork, the slow cooker can be your best ally for stress-free, delicious suppers during the school year.