30 Best Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes for a Cozy, Fuss-Free Meal
Weeknight dinner, solved!
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We've made plenty of chicken dinners here at The Pioneer Woman, but none are as easy as these slow cooker chicken recipes! After all, they show off the magic of a slow cooker (you simply set it and forget it). Plus, they result in the tastiest weeknight dinners that your family will love. Whether you're looking to make chicken wings, chicken soup, or chicken enchiladas, this list has it all. There's even a recipe for making a whole chicken right in the slow cooker! So, if you're looking for a new way to cook chicken, try a slow cooker chicken recipe tonight, then check out our list of air fryer chicken recipes, too!
Of all our favorite slow cooker recipes, we especially love the ones that are simple enough to whip up on a weekday, yet cozy enough for your Sunday night dinner. Here, you'll find chili recipes, rice dishes, chicken thighs, and so much more—all made in your handy slow cooker. For a Pioneer Woman classic, try Ree Drummond's slow cooker chicken tortilla soup. It's what Ree calls her "favorite kind of slow cooker recipe in that it requires no pre-cooking or sautéing or browning. You literally throw everything in, turn it on, then go live your life until it's done." Sounds like the perfect dinner, if you ask us! 🙌
Crock-Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
A game day favorite—buffalo chicken dip is even better when it's made in a slow cooker. That's because you can keep it warm and creamy up until the final touchdown. Serve it up with carrot and celery sticks or tortilla chips for dipping!
Get the Crock-Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Seasoned chicken breasts cook right in your slow cooker before shredding it up and making the soup. You can also use leftover rotisserie chicken if you want to make it even easier.
Get Ree's Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe.
Slow-Cooker White Chicken Chili
This creamy white chicken chili combines pantry ingredients like canned white beans, masa harina, and dried spices with frozen corn and shredded chicken. All you need are some fresh toppings, like avocado and lime wedges to finish the meal.
Get Ree's Slow-Cooker White Chicken Chili recipe.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas
You can make the chicken and bean filling for these enchiladas way in advance. Then just roll it up in corn tortillas, stick it in a casserole, and broil for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese on top.
Get the Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas recipe at Britney Breaks Bread.
Slow Cooker Honey Buffalo Wings
A homemade spice rub and honey buffalo sauce makes these wings totally irresistible. They're just waiting to be dipped in blue cheese or ranch dressing.
Get the Slow Cooker Honey Buffalo Wings recipe at The Chunky Chef.
Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup
This recipe makes a big batch of comforting chicken noodle soup. It's perfect for snowy winter days, but it can also be stored in the freezer for quick weeknight meals.
Get the Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup recipe at Budget Bytes.
Slow Cooker Whole Chicken
If the thought of cooking a whole chicken intimidates you, try making it in a slow cooker! The method is simple, impressive, and completely foolproof.
Get the Slow Cooker Whole Chicken recipe at Immaculate Bites.
Slow Cooker Chicken Queso Dip
For another slow cooker dip, try making a heartier version of queso with shredded chicken. There's also green chiles, tomatoes, green onions, and lots of spice!
Get the Slow Cooker Chicken Queso Dip recipe at Sugar and Soul.
Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken
This chicken recipe is made with all the flavors of the Mediterranean, like roasted red peppers, olives, capers, and garlic. You can serve it up with rice, pasta, or roasted veggies.
Get the Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken recipe at Creme de la Crumb.
Slow Cooker Chicken Curry
There's no lacking in flavor when it comes to this chicken dinner. It's loaded with chilis, garam masala, coriander, turmeric, onions, and garlic. Your family will love it served over rice or with garlic naan.
Chipotle Chicken Fajita Soup
"Dump it and forget it" is this recipe's motto—and that's music to our ears. It's as flavorful and varied as an actual fajita.
Get the Chipotle Chicken Fajita Soup recipe at Tastes Better From Scratch.
Crispy Chicken Carnitas
Prep the chicken for these carnitas right in your slow cooker, then add tortillas when you're ready to serve. Or—better yet—let your family serve themselves!
Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice
Kids and adults alike will love this deliciously cheesy, slow-cooked dish. It's loaded with fiber, veggies, and protein.
Get the Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice recipe at The Recipe Rebel.
Greek Chicken Wraps
Finally: a weeknight meal worth looking forward to! This simple recipe will delight your crew any day of the week.
Slow Cooker Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken
Don't skimp on the garlic in this creamy dish, and don't be afraid to pile on the butter either. The sauce, after all, is the main attraction here.
Get the Slow Cooker Creamy Lemon Butter Chicken recipe at Life Love and Sugar.
Greek Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Potatoes
Fragrant rosemary and earthy basil are a winning team in this recipe. Along with plenty of lemon, they really help to pack in the flavor.
Get the Greek Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Potatoes recipe at Cooking Classy.
Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Sweet, sticky, and every bit as good as the takeout chicken you're used to ordering, this meal is bound to be a hit with the entire family. You'll probably be surprised to learn that it requires just eight ingredients.
Get the Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken recipe at Well Plated.
Chicken Corn Chowder
Chilly nights are no match for this decadent corn chowder. It's rich, creamy, and loaded with the good stuff.
Slow Cooker Herbed Chicken and Rice Pilaf
There are few combinations more classic than chicken and rice. In this dish, the duo gets upgraded with wild rice and bright autumn herbs.
Get the Slow Cooker Herbed Chicken and Rice Pilaf recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
Slow Cooker Maple and Dijon Chicken and Broccoli
Just reading the title of this recipe is enough to get our mouths watering. You'll be able to prep all the ingredients in just 10 minutes, then stand by as your slow cooker gets the rest of the job done.
Get the Slow Cooker Maple and Dijon Chicken and Broccoli recipe at Damn Delicious.
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