33 Slow Cooker Hits That Deserve A Comeback

Need a break from complex cooking? The slow cooker can help save time and energy. Here are 33 easy dinners making a big comeback this year. Good food is ready with almost no effort.

Easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

You probably forgot how simple meals like this can make the whole week easier. Easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili packs in steady flavor and works well for both dinner and next-day lunches. Once it’s back on your list, it tends to stay.
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Easy Slow Cooker Korean Chicken Wings Recipe

Delicious Korean chicken wings garnished with sesame seeds and green onions on a plate. — Easy Slow Cooker Korean Chicken Wings Recipe. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

Game day or weeknight, it’s good to have something that pulls double duty. That’s exactly what Easy Slow Cooker Korean Chicken Wings Recipe brings to the table. It’s the kind of recipe that’s too good to leave forgotten.
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Slow Cooker Taco Meatloaf

Good to have something in the mix that’s different but still familiar. That’s where Slow Cooker Taco Meatloaf comes in, bringing just enough flavor to break the routine. One round is usually all it takes to bring it back again.
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Slow Cooker Pork Chili

Image shows close-up of a spoonful of chili with beans, cheese, and corn, held above a pot filled with the same dish, placed on a wooden surface. — Slow Cooker Pork Chili. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

There are a few recipes you only need to make once before they stick for good. Slow Cooker Pork Chili has that kind of staying power with rich, steady flavor that lasts all week. This one’s more than ready for a comeback.
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Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder with Mustard BBQ Sauce

A white plate with saucy shredded meat, herb garnish, and a fork on top. — Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder with Mustard BBQ Sauce. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Some meals make more sense the second time around. Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder with Mustard BBQ Sauce holds up across sandwiches, grain bowls, or on its own with almost no extra effort. It’s overdue for another spot in the rotation.
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Marry Me Chicken in the Crock Pot

A plate of marry me chicken over pasta. — Marry Me Chicken in the Crock Pot. Photo credit: Downsizing Dinner.

When something’s this low-effort and still feels like a real meal, it’s worth remembering. Marry Me Chicken in the Crock Pot pulls together quickly and still feels complete without much extra. One of those dishes that sticks once it’s back.
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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili

Meals that double as game day food and easy weeknight dinner don’t come around often. Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili checks both boxes with bold flavor that doesn’t ask for much. Feels like it deserves another run this season.
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Sirloin Tip Roast in Slow Cooker with Vegetables

Slow-cooked sirloin tip roast with a variety of vegetables. — Sirloin Tip Roast in Slow Cooker with Vegetables. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

You can only forget about a go-to meal like this for so long. Sirloin Tip Roast in Slow Cooker with Vegetables makes dinner feel handled without juggling multiple pans. Might be time to bring this one back to the weekend lineup.
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Green Chili Chicken Soup

Overhead shot of a pot of the soup with two bowls of the soup and garnishes. — Green Chili Chicken Soup. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Having a few light, dependable options makes a big difference when routines get busy. Green Chili Chicken Soup brings just enough heat and holds up well over a couple of days. Once you make it again, it’ll likely stay in rotation.
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Easy Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes

It helps to have a side that works with anything and doesn’t need babysitting. That’s where Easy Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes come in and make things easier across the board. They deserve a comeback, especially when time’s tight.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta

Midweek meals hit different when you’ve got something that doesn’t require thinking twice. Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta brings comfort and ease in the same bowl. It’s a slow cooker classic that more people should bring back.
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Wonton Soup

Warm and comforting soup with delicate wontons in a clear, savory broth in a white bowl. — Wonton Soup. Photo credit: Sassy Chopsticks.

It’s easy to forget how well the slow cooker handles light meals too. Wonton Soup brings warmth and flexibility without weighing anything down. It’s overdue for a spot back in your meal planning.
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Slow Cooker Lamb Stew

Some classics just fall off the radar until you remember how good they really are. Slow Cooker Lamb Stew holds up well through cold days and leaves enough for more than one meal. It deserves another round in your slow cooker.
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Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup

Big batch meals like this one tend to come in handy more than expected. Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup makes things easy with leftovers that hold up all week. Time to bring it back into the mix.
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Secret-Ingredient Slow Cooker Black Beans

Some recipes quietly do a lot without needing much in return. Secret-Ingredient Slow Cooker Black Beans are one of those staples you forget you loved until they’re back on the stove. They fit into everything and somehow never get old.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup

Even the busiest weeks go better with a one-pot meal you can count on. Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup brings that balance of heat and comfort without slowing you down. It’s time to bring it back into the mix.
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Slow Cooker BBQ Apple Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Slow cooker apple BBQ pulled pork sandwiches with apple carrot raisin slaw. — Slow Cooker BBQ Apple Pulled Pork Sandwiches. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

You’ll want something that stretches across meals without feeling like a repeat. Slow Cooker BBQ Apple Pulled Pork Sandwiches check that box and then some with a mix that’s bold without being fussy. These definitely earned a return to the regular lineup.
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Roast Beef Sliders

Small bites with big flavor don’t have to be complicated. Roast Beef Sliders come together with minimal effort and are great for sharing or saving. This one deserves more play than it gets.
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Easy Keto Crockpot Pork Chops

You don’t need to overthink dinner when you’ve got a recipe that handles itself. That’s what makes Easy Keto Crockpot Pork Chops worth bringing back into the weekly plan. They check the boxes without slowing anything down.
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Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta

The meals you repeat most often usually start with a surprise hit. That’s exactly how Slow Cooker Cajun Chicken Pasta works its way into the rotation. Once it’s back on the table, it’s tough to skip.
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Copycat Chili's Southwest Chicken Soup – Slow Cooker Recipe

Bowl of chicken soup with avocado and cilantro on top, spoon in bowl, tortilla chips and avocado beside, placed on a striped cloth. — Copycat Chili's Southwest Chicken Soup – Slow Cooker Recipe. Photo credit: Mama's on a Budget.

Every now and then, a restaurant-style dish earns its place at home. Copycat Chili's Southwest Chicken Soup – Slow Cooker Recipe gives you all the comfort with none of the hassle. Worth bringing back any time you need something steady.
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Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken

Some combos just work better than expected. Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken has that perfect balance of sweet and bold that carries across more than one meal. It’s the kind of slow cooker recipe that should be on repeat.
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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Honey garlic chicken in a bowl served over rice. — Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

When you find something that works with rice, wraps, or just by itself, it’s worth keeping around. Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken covers all of that without much prep or cleanup. Definitely one of those dishes that deserves another round.
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Slow Cooker Turkey and Rice Soup

There’s something nice about having meals that just quietly do their job. Slow Cooker Turkey and Rice Soup keeps things simple and stretches easily across a few days. Feels like one that should be back in rotation soon.
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Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

If it’s been a while since you made this one, consider this your reminder. Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup has that steady comfort factor without being heavy or complicated. It fits right back into the cold-weather meal plan.
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Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Chili

Some flavors stick around for a reason. Slow Cooker Chipotle Chicken Chili brings enough heat to keep it interesting and works across several meals. It’s definitely earned another run.
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Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing

It’s hard to beat a one-pot dish that covers everything at once. Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing brings that comfort without tying you to the stove. Worth making space for it again.
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Easy, Creamy White Bean Chili

An overhead image of vegan white bean chili with toppings. — Easy, Creamy White Bean Chili. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Recipes that do well as both dinner and leftovers deserve a permanent place in the mix. Easy, Creamy White Bean Chili checks that box without being high-maintenance. You’ll want it back on your list.
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Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup

When meals feel repetitive, it helps to reach for something that changes up the usual. That’s where Slow Cooker Cabbage Roll Soup comes in and keeps things interesting without making extra work. It’s long overdue for a comeback.
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Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Easy meals that stretch across the week tend to become essentials. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili handles that job well with clean flavors and zero fuss. You’ll probably wonder why you stopped making it.
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Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef

Mexican casserole with ground beef and cheese. — Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Great to have a recipe that feeds a group without needing constant attention. Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef works across lunches, dinners, and second helpings with no complaints. It’s one of those hits ready for a return.
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Mississippi Pot Roast

Some meals are just too reliable to leave behind for long. Mississippi Pot Roast does the heavy lifting when you need something rich and hands-off. It’s earned its spot back in the slow cooker lineup.
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Crock Pot Tortilla Soup

A bowl of chili with black beans, corn, and shredded chicken, topped with crispy tortilla strips. — Crock Pot Tortilla Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Once you remember how little effort it takes, this one comes back fast. Crock Pot Tortilla Soup is light enough for lunch but holds its own at dinner too. Feels like a good one to keep close.
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