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Today I’m excited to share 22 of my family’s favorite crockpot dinners. The recipes I make on repeat once the weather turns chilly. You’ll find everything from comforting chicken and rice to delicious pot roast, creamy pastas, comforting soups, and of course, my very best chili recipes. There’s even a recipe for crockpot mashed potatoes (so good for Thanksgiving, which is just around the corner!).
I had so much fun putting this list together. I was reminded how many of these dishes I need to make again because they’re that delicious.
Everyone here knows I adore a good set-it-and-forget-it crockpot dinner. Over the years, I’ve shared so many slow-cooked meals on the site. Some of them have even become the most-loved recipes we’ve ever posted. And for good reason: when life gets busy (which it definitely is right now!), nothing beats tossing everything into the crockpot, walking away, and coming back to a cozy dinner waiting for you. There’s nothing more comforting to me than a big pot of chili slow-cooking all day on a fall or winter afternoon.
I’d love to know which recipes you’re most excited to try. Are you a soup-and-chili person like me, or do you love a classic pot roast or short ribs? And if there’s a new crockpot recipe you want to see, leave a comment below. I’m always looking for fresh ideas as we head into the holiday season!
Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Dumplings
I took the classic chicken and dumpling soup and made it even easier (and yummier) in the crockpot!
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Red Wine Braised Pot Roast
A classic, warming, easy, and delicious one-pot meal that's great for weeknights and entertaining, too!
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Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Chili
Perfect for game day, family dinners, and all the nights in between. Super Bowl ready, so easy, and so delicious!
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Crockpot Hamburger Helper
An even easier homemade twist on the childhood classic. Cozy, creamy, and so delicious—perfect weeknight dinner!
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Crockpot Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup
Warming, hearty, full of flavor, and simple to make. Add parmesan and bread on the side…delicious!
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Crockpot Spicy Queso Beef Chili
Add a side of beer bread and toppings for the perfect bowl of winter chili on these coldest days of the year!
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Crockpot Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Lasagna Soup
A wonderfully cozy soup made in the crockpot or on the stove. A creamy lasagna-inspired soup!
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Crockpot Salsa Verde Chicken Tortilla Bowl
Slow-cooked chicken mixed in red salsa, salsa verde, and hot sauce, then served over rice bowls – DELISH!
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Crockpot Garlic Butter Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Orzo
A cozy, easy, fall-winter dinner…instant pot + stove top skillet directions too!
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Crockpot Chipotle Pineapple Pot Roast Bowls
Pot roast and pineapple over rice + avocado salsa + spicy, tangy, creamy bang bang sauce. YUM!
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Cider Braised Short Ribs with Caramelized Onions
Plus creamy mashed potatoes…the perfect simple yet delicious dinner for a cold night in!
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Crockpot Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken.
A hearty and delicious meal to come home to at the end of a busy day…and it's so easy to prepare!
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Poblano Chicken Tortilla Soup
Stovetop or crockpot, this soup is easily made…enjoy this flavorful, wholesome, filling soup on chilly days!
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Crockpot Cheesy Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions
This make-ahead method makes for the creamiest and most flavorful mashed potatoes!
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Crockpot Chuck Roast Tinga Tacos
Slow-cooked, smoky, and packed with flavor, these tacos are perfect for Cinco de Mayo or any taco night!
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Crockpot Pumpkin Beer Braised Chicken
Slow braised chicken in seasonal pumpkin beer and cider – so delicious!
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Red Wine Cranberry Braised Short Ribs
Slow cooked short ribs in red wine with fresh herbs and sweet cranberries. They’re a one pot and done kind of dinner, festive, and totally delicious. Serve these over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes and you’ll have the perfect dinner for a cold night in.
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Crockpot Crispy Pork Ramen
For those nights when you’re craving your favorite bowl of ramen, but want to stay in and be cozy at home!
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Crockpot Cider Braised Short Ribs with Browned Sage Butter Mashed Potatoes.
Nothing beats short ribs that have been cooked low and slow for eight hours, delicious heart goodness
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Crockpot Thai Yellow Curry Chicken with Garlic Rice
An almost effortless crockpot dinner full of delicious Thai flavors that everyone will enjoy!
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Crockpot Greek Chicken Meatballs with Creamy Tomato Orzo
Turning a meatball pasta dinner into the easiest, cozy – yet still summery, slow cooker meal!
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Crockpot Spicy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Throw everything in and let it cook…a deliciously easy dinner to warm up to on the coldest of days!
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Lastly, if you make any of these 22 Comforting Crockpot Recipes, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love hearing from you and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And, of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
This post was originally published on October 15, 2025
Hi,
How come you do not put amounts in for the ingredients?
Thee chicken and dumpling recipe, has a list of ingredients but no amounts.
Thanks
Barb.
Hi Barb,
I am so sorry, I am not sure what you are referring. Every recipe has ingredient amounts:)
Please let me know how I can help!
I see what you see Barb, you just need to scroll down further to see the official recipe. Above it she does list a bunch of ingredients and other info, but below that is the official recipe. Cheers!
Thanks….I will try these recipes
I hope you love them!
Hi there
is there any diabetic frendley respies
Hi Sara,
So sorry, I do not know which recipes qualify as diabetic friendly. Sorry I couldn’t be of more help!
I saved two of these to try, the red wine braised pot roast and the tortilla soup. I love crockpot recipes since my days are so busy. There is nothing better than coming home to a meal that is almost ready to enjoy. I recently made your veggie tortellini crockpot soup and it was delicious. Thank you for your delicious recipes! I also love your gorgeous photography!
Thanks so much, Kristin! I hope you love the recipes:) Have a great weekend!
Looks good
Thanks so much, Ron!
How about some vegetarian recipes?!
Hey Lisa,
Sure! Here are some vegetarian recipes made in the crockpot:
https://gewicht-weg.today/sun-dried-tomato-lasagna-soup/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/gingery-coconut-sweet-potato-and-rice-stew/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/chipotle-bean-chili/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/tortellini-vegetable-soup/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/crockpot-spicy-vegetarian-tortilla-soup/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/slow-cooker-creamy-wild-rice-soup-with-butter-roasted-mushrooms/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/crockpot-sun-dried-tomato-penne-alla-vodka/%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
Let me know if you give any of these a try!
I can’t wait to try all of them but especially the Crispy Pork Ramen!
Thanks so much, Shana! Let me know how the ramen turns out for you, I hope you love it!
Love the new format of a post with multiple recipes!
Thanks so much for this feedback, Mary! Hope you are having a great week!
Your crockpot miso roast was on repeat last winter. So great. Tasty
Love to hear this, thanks so much, Esther!!
So much chicken 😟
Any of your delicious recipes for vegetarians?
Will keep an eye out for recipes with no meat.
Thank you!
Toni
Hi Toni,
Here are some vegetarian recipes made in the crockpot that you might enjoy:
https://gewicht-weg.today/creamy-white-bean-noodle-soup/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/chipotle-bean-chili/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/tortellini-vegetable-soup/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> https://gewicht-weg.today/crockpot-spicy-vegetarian-tortilla-soup/%3C/a%3E%3Cbr /> I hope this helps!
My goal is to try each and every one of your crockpot meals . I have cooked most of your dishes and we love them all.
Even though I have to be on Migraine diet, I am happy to follow your menus by switching out a few ingredients and am good to go.
Thank you so much for all your delicious meals
Petra
Thanks so much, Petra! I hope you love all of the recipes that you try, let me know which one is your favorite! Happy Fall!