10 refreshingly easy summer crockpot ideas

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Discover the perfect way to beat the heat this summer with our collection of 10 refreshingly easy crockpot ideas.

Top view of a large white ceramic bowl filled with cooked cubed potatoes topped with melted white cheese.
Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes

Top view of a large white ceramic bowl filled with cooked cubed potatoes topped with melted white cheese.
Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

These slow-cooker roasted potatoes make for one super easy and DELICIOUS Crockpot recipe! The perfect potato side dish is within reach.

Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes

Slow Cooker Smothered Pork Chops

Pork chop topped with onion gravy on a white plate.
Crockpot Pork Chops. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

A classic crockpot recipe for Crock Pot Pork Chops and Gravy that cook up tender in a rich creamy mushroom and onion gravy. Perfect for a weekend dinner.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Smothered Pork Chops

Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

Two servings of Cowboy Cornbread Casserole on plates.
Cowboy Cornbread Casserole. Photo Credit: Cook What You Love.

Loaded with moist cornbread, seasoned beef, beans, and miles of cheese, this set-it-and-forget-it meal is the perfect summer slow cooker entree or side!
Get the Recipe: Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Plate with fork tender short ribs.
Tender short ribs. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

These tender, flavorful slow cooker short ribs are the best way to make this cut fork tender and decadent without any fuss.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken slow cooker enchiladas in a baking dish with two copper forks.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas are spicy, tangy, cheesy, and delicious. Tender chicken, bold enchilada sauce, chewy tortillas, and rich, melty cheese combine to make a dish perfect for a weeknight meal or a gathering with friends!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

Crockpot Mexican Beef in Masa Cups

Image shows a close up head on view of Crockpot Mexican Beef in Masa Cups on a white tray, topped with guacamole and crumbled cotija cheese.
Crockpot Mexican Beef in Masa Cups. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of crockpot Mexican beef served in masa cups, a deliciously satisfying dish that brings the taste of Mexico to your table. The tender beef, infused with aromatic spices, is perfectly complemented by the crispy masa cups, creating a delightful combination of textures and tastes.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Mexican Beef in Masa Cups

Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

A gray mug containing instant pot hot chocolate with a gray kitchen towel, marshmallows and chocolate chips on a white background.
Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Warm up with a mug of hot chocolate made in a slow cooker or Instant Pot with the slow cook setting. It is an easy way to serve a bunch of warm drinks to a crowd. This easily multipliable recipe is perfect for parties or nights where you just want to cozy up with a warm cup of cocoa.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Hot Chocolate

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

beef stew with mushrooms carrots and thyme
Crockpot Beef Stew. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Warm up with a comforting bowl of slow cooker beef stew, packed with tender beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich broth. This recipe allows you to enjoy all the flavors of a classic beef stew with minimal effort.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

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

There’s no need for takeout when you can make this honey garlic chicken at home right in the slow cooker. With a sticky, sweet, addicting sauce (that’s way healthier than the Chinese takeout joint) and pieces of pineapple throughout, this EASY recipe will become a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken

Slow Cooker Hot Dogs

Slow Cooker Hot Dogs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.
Slow Cooker Hot Dogs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Making Crock Pot hot dogs is the ultimate way to cook for a crowd. A slow cooker perfectly steams the hot dogs and lets you enjoy your gathering without standing over a grill!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Hot Dogs

. The result is a mouthwatering filling that’s perfect for piling onto a crusty roll and enjoying as a hearty sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

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