35+ Summer Slow Cooker Recipes
Looking for and easy summer slow cooker recipes? Skip turning on the oven and fill your menu with all these summer crockpot recipes. Time-saving slow cooker recipes to fuel and feed your crew with minimal effort.
Ground beef, chicken, pork, and more. All in one area for you to pick and choose easy crock pot meals the whole crew can enjoy. Easy summer recipes to change up your meal rotation.
Fun summer food ideas, that won’t heat up your house like the stove or oven would. Create wholesome meals for kids and adults to enjoy that take just minutes to toss in your slow cooker. Walk away and let the slow cooker handle the rest.
Delish summer recipes that kids and adults both would enjoy. Pair with light sides and ring that dinner bell and watch everyone come running.
Why use your slow cooker this summer…
- Easy hands-off approach to cooking
- Won’t heat up the house the way the oven or stovetop will
- Uses less energy
- The possibilities of what to make are endless when it comes to slow cooking
Some of our favorite slow cooker accessories
- Slow Cooker Liner
- Shredding Meat Claws
- Slow Cooker Insulated Container for traveling
- Meat Rack
What to Make in A Crock Pot
Here is a list of easy summer crockpot recipes to consider trying out. Easy summer dinner recipes that will please young and old.
Summer Slow Cooker Recipes
Craving some and easy summer slow cooker recipes? Here are some of our favorite go-to crockpot recipes for summer. Kick back, toss your ingredients in, and let the slow cooker handle the rest. Easy slow cooker recipes the whole family can enjoy.
Crockpot Hot Dog Chili Recipe
Here is one of our favorite summer crockpot meals. This hot dog chili is loaded with flavor and is great on hot dogs, burgers, fries and even dipping chips in!
Slow Cooker Cowboy Beans Recipe With Video
Here is a great cowboy bean recipe that you make in the slow cooker. Pair with some cornbread, your usual vegetable or even bread and butter.
Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Pasta Recipe
Here is a chicken and pasta chicken parmesan recipe. Easy, hearty, and one of our favorite pasta recipes.
Crockpot Sloppy Joes
Crockpot Sloppy Joes is a simple way to make homemade sloppy joes. Ground beef, tomato sauce, peppers, onions, and more. Whip up this slow cooker sloppy joe recipe today for your dinner.
savorandsavvy.com
Slow Cooker Burrito Bowl Recipe
Here is a tasty burrito bowl recipe made with chicken, rice, salsa, Tex Mex flavors and so much more. Pile on all your usual toppings!
www.thegunnysack.com
Slow Cooker Pork Chops
These pork chops are smothered in a creamy sauce, and. Whip these up and enjoy a satisfying dinner. We love this recipe and highly recommend it.
Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta
Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta is a Tiktok chicken recipe that went viral. 7 ingredients are all that is needed for this Olive garden penne pasta recipe. Creamy pasta, shredded chicken, and slow-cooked to perfection.
Slow Cooker Lasagna
A simple slow cooker lasagna recipe that is no fuss. Quick, easy no-boil noodles for even easier prep. Try this slow cooker lasagna today.
diethood.com
The Most Incredibly Flavorful Crock Pot Garlic Balsamic Pork Loin!
Check out this balsamic pork loin. This is one recipe that is great to whip up and pair with coleslaw, potato salad, or any other of your usual summer side dishes.
Slow Cooker Pork Loin With Apples And Honey
Slow cooker pork loin that is a tender pork loin with the sweet taste of apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon. This slow cooker apple pork loin is fantastic. Honey, Granny smith apples, and more are what elevate the flavor of this pork loin recipe.
The Best Slow Cooker Pepper Steak
Here is a tasty shredded steak recipe that is pepper steak. This is a bit of a heartier dish but it is so good. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or even alone.
Instant Pot Pulled Hawaiian Chicken Recipe (Plus Slow Cooker Directions)
A savory Instant Pot pulled Hawaiian chicken sandwich recipe! Easy to make and great for leftovers. This bbq Hawaiian chicken makes for a simple and easy dinner or lunch.
Crockpot Cheesy Frito Chili Pie
Crockpot Cheesy Frito Chili Pie is an easy and affordable dinner idea. Seasoned meat, chili beans, all in one slow-cooked dish that you can pile chili with Frito corn chips, lettuce, and more toppings.
www.cravingsomethinghealthy.com
Summer Slow Cooker Asian Chicken Salad Bowls
Check out this Asian chicken bowl that is a tasty and sweet and savory slow cooker chicken recipe that will tickle your tastebuds with delight.
dizzybusyandhungry.com
Crockpot Cheeseburger Casserole
Skip traditional burgers and try this cheeseburger casserole. Top with fresh tomatoes, shredded cheese, and grab that fork and dive in!
diethood.com
Crock Pot Salsa Verde Chicken Recipe
Check out this salsa verde chicken. Tons of flavor, great to serve with cauliflower rice, regular rice, or top a tortilla.
kristineskitchenblog.com
Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken (Easy Crockpot Recipe)
Grab a bun and pile on your shredded bbq chicken for a tasty and simple weeknight plate. This recipe is a must make for shredded chicken lovers.
www.kyleecooks.com
Crockpot Cowboy Casserole (Slow Cooker Meal)
If you are a meat and potato lover this is a great casserole to consider. Pair with a fresh summer salad and enjoy.
belleofthekitchen.com
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
Here is a great taco dish that you can whip up and pile on all your usual taco toppings. A great one to make and let all your family members dress their tacos to their preference.
twohealthykitchens.com
Crock-Pot Chicken Caesar Sandwiches
Here is another tasty chicken sandwich recipe.Give this shredded chicken caesar sandwich a try next to some salty chips, pickles and more.
diethood.com
Crock Pot Steak Fajitas Recipe | Easy Crock Pot Dinner Idea
Want fajitas for dinner? Here is a steak fajita crockpot version you can make and pile on warm tortillas! Easy, and simple prep work is needed.
Photo Credit:diethood.com
Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa Recipe - Easy Mexican Recipe!
Serve this Barbacoa with rice, cauliflower rice, on tortillas, etc. Another slow cooker Mexican recipe to give a try.
temeculablogs.com
Crockpot Steak and Potatoes in a Snap!
Steak and potatoes are a fun recipe to consider for your crockpot. Steak, potatoes and seasonings is all it takes for a serve and enjoy dinner.
www.mysuburbankitchen.com
Paleo Crockpot Mongolian Beef - A Yummy Paleo Dinner Recipe!
Skip takeout and serve up this Mongolian beef with veggies for dinner tonight. This recipe is so tasty and pretty simple to prep and serve.
bakingmischief.com
Slow Cooker Tri-Tip Sandwiches
Tri-Tip Sandwiches are tasty to serve up with baked beans, mac and cheese, coleslaw, or any other of your usual summer side dishes.
www.bowlofdelicious.com
Crockpot Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Pulled pork is another awesome crockpot summer idea. This is a shredded pork that is loaded with flavor. Pile high on a bun and add your usual sauce and dive in!
www.carolinescooking.com
Chinese spare ribs in the slow cooker
Did you know you can make spare ribs in the slow cooker? Here is a Chinese spare rib recipe that is loaded with flavor and gives you a finger lick
www.dinneratthezoo.com
Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
Serve the Mongolian beef with a side of rice or even cauliflower rice for a satisfying beef slow cooker recipe.
www.cookingclassy.com
Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas
Tex-Mex night at home! This chicken fajita recipe is loaded with seasoned chicken, peppers, and onions. Serve with tortillas and your usual toppings.
www.kimschob.com
Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken
This summer crockpot recipe is great as it offers a sweet and savory balance of flavors. Serve with rice and ring that dinner bell.
www.eatingonadime.com
CrockPot Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
Try this pasta at home that is creamy and packed with savory flavors. A creamy chicken spaghetti that even picky eaters will enjoy.
www.eatingonadime.com
Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Recipe
This marry us chicken is a viral recipe that is so good your man/woman will propose after one bite! A creamy chicken paired with a bed of pasta.
www.spendwithpennies.com
Crock Pot Pork Chops
Serve up these crock pot pork chops with a gravy for dinner any night of the week. Tender pork chops that are seasoned to perfection. The summer dinner idea.
www.lecremedelacrumb.com
Slow Cooker Honey BBQ Beef Brisket
Love brisket? This 4th of July slow cooker inspired dish is tender beef that is shredded and seasoned to perfection. Eat alone, pile on a bun, serve over rice, and more.
slowcookergourmet.net
Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs
Here you have a great ground turkey recipe that is packed with flavor. Healthy, simple, and full of flavor.
Great summer side dish recipes to try
Here are a few side dish recipes to pair with one or more of these slow cooker dinners. We even love using coleslaw to top pulled meat sandwiches. You will find a few shredded meat slow cooker meals in this list.
Common Questions For Slow Cooking
A few common questions about slow cooker and summer crock pot meals are above.
What is a slow cooker?
A slow cooker is an electric kitchen appliance that plugs into the wall. You will add meat into the ceramic crock and then cook the food on low or high setting. Low temperature allows you to cook a meal all day, so when you get home after a long day at work you come home to a warm meal.
What temperature is low on a slow cooker?
The slow setting on a slow cooker average around 190 degrees Fahrenheit. Of course, depending on the brand of slow cooker you own, the temperature can vary just a bit. The high setting is around 300 degrees.
Is a slow cooker the same as a crockpot?
Crockpot is a name brand, whereas the slow cooker is not. But, the method is the same. It all just depends on where you live in terms of what you call this method of cooking.
Can we put frozen meat in a slow cooker?
USDA recommends that you do not put frozen meat in the slow cooker. They recommend you thawing your meat before doing so. The reason being is placing frozen meat in the slow cooker, allows the meat to stay at an un-safe temperature for bacteria to grow for too long, as it works on thawing the meat to then begin cooking it. You will find that many people cook frozen meat in the slow cooker. So it is about your preference on what you feel safe with.
What is one of the summer slow cooker recipes you want to give a try?
