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In the era of meal prep, the words "chicken dinner " might conjure up images of bland chicken and dry rice. But contrary to popular belief, you don't have to sacrifice flavor when you're short on time with these easy slow cooker chicken recipes! These yummy chicken dishes practically cook themselves thanks to the magic of the slow cooker (you simply set it and forget it). Plus, they result in the tastiest weeknight dinners that your whole family will love. Whether you're looking to make chicken wings, chicken curry, or chicken soup, 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 and easy 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! 🙌
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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.
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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.
3
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.
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Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs
If tender, fall-apart chicken and tangy-sweet BBQ sauce aren’t enough to make your mouth water, let the minimal prep time influence you to add this recipe to your weeknight dinner lineup. This dish requires only 10 minutes of prep before the slow cooker works its magic.
Get the Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Thighs recipe at Joyous Apron.
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Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
If you're anything like us, mac and cheese and buffalo chicken dip rank high on the comfort food hierarchy. This dump-and-go recipe marries both dishes to make a delightfully spicy, creamy, cheesy mac that's so easy to make.
Get the Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese recipe at Britney Breaks Bread.
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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken
This easy butter chicken recipe lets you prep the chicken thighs in savory, creamy sauce during the day and enjoy it with naan or rice by the evening. Plus, it features the subtle addition of cauliflower for a healthy twist.
Get the Slow Cooker Butter Chicken recipe at Well Plated by Erin.
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Slow Cooker Sriracha Chili Chicken Wings
These wings are sugar, spice, and everything nice! You only need five ingredients — honey, sriracha, Thai sweet chili sauce, butter, and chicken wings — to pull together this easy crowd pleaser.
Get the Slow Cooker Sriracha Chili Chicken Wings recipe at Just One Cookbook.
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Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken
This tropical-inspired chicken dinner is the perfect weeknight dinner that will transport you to Hawaii in no time! It only takes 15 minutes to prep this flavorful dish, which yields crispy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and sour sauce along with fresh pineapple chunks, onions, and bell peppers.
Get the Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken recipe at Dinner Then Dessert.
9
Crock-Pot Chicken Gnocchi Soup
What better way to embrace cozy season than with a bowl of luscious, creamy chicken gnocchi soup? This hearty recipe only has three steps, as the chicken and gnocchi are cooked and shredded directly in the Crock-Pot. Pair it with crusty bread or a green salad for the ultimate comforting dinner.
Get the Crock-Pot Chicken Gnocchi Soup recipe at Pinch of Yum.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl
This Chipotle-inspired dish is perfect for busy evenings, meal prepping, or when you just need your weekly burrito bowl fix! Flavorful, shredded chicken is slow-cooked in a Crock-pot and then served over rice with your choice of toppings, like avocado, beans, corn, and tangy cilantro lime dressing.
Get the Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl recipe at Joyous Apron.
11
Slow Cooker Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Thighs
Moroccan chicken tagine without a tagine may sound counterintuitive in theory. But in practice, it's delicious and easy, thanks to the slow cooker, which infuses Moroccan spices and harissa into tender chicken thighs.
Get the Slow Cooker Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Thighs recipe at Dash of Jazz.
12
Slow Cooker Chicken Pumpkin Curry
This Thai-inspired chicken dish packs in all the flavor thanks to spicy red curry paste, creamy coconut milk, and fresh pumpkin. It'll give your local takeout spot a run for its money!
Get the Slow Cooker Chicken Pumpkin Curry recipe at The Modern Proper.
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Slow Cooker Korean Spicy Braised Chicken
The classic pairing of chicken and potatoes gets a spicy twist thanks to a flavorful Gochujang marinade. It's sure to raise the heat on colder nights.
Get the Slow Cooker Korean Spicy Braised Chicken recipe at My Korean Kitchen.
14
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.
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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.
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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.
17
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.