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20 Best Chicken Crockpot Recipes for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

February 24, 2025 by Donna Dizon Leave a Comment

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Has anything made weeknight dinners more effortless than a crockpot? Crockpots are a lifesaver, and I love my crockpot to help make dinners.

These chicken crockpot recipes make making dinner every weeknight an effortless affair aka super easy and not stressful. 

You can prep these chicken crockpot recipes in the morning or sometimes even the night before and then come home to a delicious, hot, warm meal at the end of the day. Even if you work from home, crossing dinner off your to-do list early in the morning is the best feeling ever!

So try these best chicken crockpot recipes this week and enjoy the freedom of your nights!

Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken

Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken.

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Looking for a new way to enjoy chicken? This Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken is a blend of tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a creamy mixture, topped with a buttery Ritz cracker crust. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect over rice, noodles, or your favorite side dishes!

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken

 

Crockpot Whole Chicken

Crockpot Whole Chicken.

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This Crockpot Whole Chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender, mouthwatering, and so easy. You won’t believe this rotisserie-style chicken came out of your slow cooker. Prep it in advance for easy, effortless weeknight meals.

Get the Recipe: Crockpot Whole Chicken

 

Slow Cooker Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

Slow Cooker Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup.

Image Credit: Jennifer Cooks.

Imagine walking into your kitchen after a long day and being greeted by the rich aroma of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and savory herbs simmering away. This creamy chicken soup delivers everything you need: comfort, flavor, and ease. Whether it’s a cozy night in or a meal to impress your family, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds (or thirds).

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Creamy Marry Me Chicken Soup

 

Crock Pot BBQ Chicken and Potatoes Recipe

Crock Pot BBQ Chicken and Potatoes Recipe.

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This crock pot BBQ chicken and potato recipe will become one of your favorites.  It’s super filling and flavorful, and it only takes a few minutes to prepare.

Get the Recipe: Crock Pot BBQ Chicken and Potatoes Recipe

 

Crockpot Chicken and Gravy 

Crockpot Chicken and Gravy Gluten Free.

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This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is an easy and delicious gluten-free recipe for tender chicken smothered in homestyle gravy. You can serve it with mashed potatoes, rice or gluten free pasta.

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Crockpot Chicken Pasta

Crockpot Chicken Pasta.

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This Crockpot Chicken Pasta is creamy, cheesy, and full of garlic parmesan flavor! It has just a few simple ingredients, including a storebought sauce (how easy is that?), and it will become a new family favorite. 

Get the Recipe: Crockpot Chicken Pasta

 

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas.

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These crockpot chicken enchiladas are a quick and easy dinner option you can throw in the crock pot on your way out the door in the morning. It’s made with chicken breasts and red enchilada sauce, they’re slow-cooked until fall-apart tender and require virtually zero prep time!

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

 

Crockpot Angel Chicken Recipe

Crockpot Angel Chicken Recipe.

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This Crockpot Angel Chicken is a delicious family dinner that is incredibly easy to make. The slow-cooked chicken is smothered in a creamy sauce and served over angel hair pasta (capellini). It’s a “dump it and forget it” kind of slow cooker meal which makes it perfect for busy cooks.

Get the Recipe: Crockpot Angel Chicken Recipe

 

Slow Cooker Chicken and Biscuits

Slow Cooker Chicken and Biscuits.

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Make this Slow Cooker Chicken and Biscuits recipe for a hearty dinner that’s convenient and delicious! This is the ultimate comfort food recipe that’s ready in just 10 minutes of prep.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken and Biscuits

 

Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken.

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This Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor—all with just 5 minutes of prep! It’s perfect for meal prep, quick dinners, or feeding a crowd, and easy to customize to fit any recipe.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken

 

Crockpot Chicken Creole 

Crockpot Chicken Creole – an Easy to Make, Comfort Food Classic!

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Crockpot Chicken Creole, or Slow Cooker Chicken Creole, is a tasty Louisiana-style dish of chicken, onions, peppers, celery, and spices in a flavorful tomato sauce served over rice. Set it up in your crockpot, and dinner will be almost ready when you get home. It will become one of your crockpot chicken recipes!

Get the Recipe: Crockpot Chicken Creole

 

Slow Cooker Chicken and Stuffing With Green Beans

Slow cooker chicken and stuffing with green beans.

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This crockpot chicken and stuffing is an easy, cozy dinner that’s perfect for busy nights. This dump-and-go recipe combines juicy chicken thighs, savory stuffing, and optional vegetables in the crock pot for a satisfying meal that requires minimal effort and cleanup.

Get the Recipe: Slow cooker chicken and stuffing with green beans

 

Mississippi Chicken

Mississippi chicken.

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Mississippi chicken is a mouth-watering, flavorful dish that will become a family favorite. The irresistible combination of yummy chicken, tangy ranch dressing, savory au jus mix, and a kick of pepperoncini peppers is a true crowd-pleaser.

Get the Recipe: Mississippi chicken

 

Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros

Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros.

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If you’re craving a taste of the Mediterranean but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, then this is the recipe for you. These slow-cooker chicken gyros are a game-changer when it comes to easy, flavorful meals. Tender, juicy chicken is infused with the aromatic flavors of onion, garlic, paprika, and oregano, all cooked to perfection in your trusty slow cooker.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Gyros

 

Crockpot Roast Chicken 

Crockpot Roast Chicken (A Rotisserie-Seasoned Whole Chicken).

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This Crockpot Roast Chicken makes a wonderful tender, juicy rotisserie seasoned whole roast chicken main dish. This tastes like a store-bought rotisserie chicken, and it’s just so good (and makes great leftovers). 

Get the Recipe: Crockpot Roast Chicken (A Rotisserie-Seasoned Whole Chicken)

 

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie.

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Ever wished for an easy chicken pot pie that practically makes itself? This Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie recipe has you covered. In a few simple steps, chicken breasts, seasonings, canned soups, broth, and frozen veggies combine to make the creamy pot pie filling. Top it off with buttery biscuits, and you’ve got comfort food with zero hassle.

Get the Recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

 

Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken Artichoke Soup

Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken Artichoke Soup.

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This Lemon Chicken Artichoke Soup is a hearty, slow-cooker soup recipe that’s bursting with fresh lemon flavor. It’s high protein, packed with veggies, and takes just 10 minutes of hands-on prep work. Dump everything into the slow cooker and it does the rest for you!

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken Artichoke Soup

 

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili.

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This white chicken chili is a creamy, hearty, and flavorful dish perfect for busy days or cozy nights. It’s made with tender chicken, white beans, green chiles, and a creamy broth and it’s a satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup.

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This Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup is pure comfort food. This classic crock pot chicken noodle soup recipe is bursting with flavors, and is a comforting remedy for chilly days or when you simply crave a nourishing, hearty soup.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas 

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas (Easy Crockpot Recipe).

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These Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas are a game-changer! The juicy chicken, peppers, and onions cooked to perfection—just set it and forget it for a delicious, no-fuss dinner!

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas 

 

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