No need to put away your crock pot during the summertime! Keep the house cool with these Easy Slow Cooker Recipes for Summer that will make your mouth water!
If you want your slow cooker recipes to be amazing, check out my tried and true Crock Pot Tips and Tricks!
As the weather warms up, you might think it's time to retire your crock pot for the season—I say NO WAY! This trusty kitchen appliance can help keep the house cool since there's no need for your oven!! These Easy Slow Cooker Recipes for Summer are delicious and family-friendly.
The best part? I love that most of these recipes are dump-and-go! So, open a few cans, chop some fresh veggies, add your spices, and dinner is ready when you get home! You'll find beef, chicken, and even vegetarian slow cooker recipes! And who says you can't have soup in summer?
If you're entertaining, many of these main dishes serve a crowd perfectly! You'll love them just as much as my Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes and Family-Friendly Slow Cooker Meals. And don't forget to make a few 4th of July Slow Cooker Recipes for your summer cookout!
What about dessert? I like to serve the perfect Peach Cobbler made in the slow cooker because it gets rave reviews!
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Why We Love These Recipes
- Set it and forget it. Go play outside, sit by the pool, or venture to the beach and come home to easy summer crockpot recipes!
- Family-Friendly. The classic flavors of these recipes feed a family well.
- Keeps the Kitchen Cool: These recipes keep the house cool and lower your utility bill by not using the oven.
Tips for Summer Crock Pot Cooking
- Equipment: These recipes are created for a 6-quart slow cooker, which should be filled ½ to ¾ full.
- Preheat. Turning the crock pot on for about 20 minutes while you prep your ingredients helps the food start cooking more quickly.
- Keep a lid on! Every time the lid on your slow cooker is opened, heat escapes, slowing the cooking process. It takes 20-30 minutes for the pot to return to the correct temperature.
- More Tips and Tricks: For those of you who might not know everything about cooking in your crock pot, these CROCK POT TIPS and TRICKS are a must-read!
Slow cooking might seem synonymous with cold weather, but don't retire your Crock-Pot yet- it's a kitchen workhorse in the summer, too!
Favorite Crock Pot Recipes for Summer!
Easy Slow Cooker Recipes for Summer
These Easy Slow Cooker Recipes for Summer are delicious and family-friendly. So flavorful, too!
Crock Pot White Chicken Chili
Crock Pot White Chicken Chili is an easy and healthy crock pot dinner idea. Your family will love this tender chicken slow cooked with zesty spices and white beans. Top it with with cheese, chips, cilantro and sour cream. Yum!
Easy Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches
Crock Pot French Dip Sandwiches are an easy dinner on lazy summer nights that you’ll fall in love with. Tender beef atop a toasted sandwich roll with an incredibly delicious dipping sauce makes this slow cooker recipe a winner!
Easy Crock Pot Pulled Pork Tacos
These Easy Crock Pot Pulled Pork Tacos are tender, juicy, and full of slow-cooked flavor. This simple, budget-friendly recipe is great for multiple summertime meals.
Easy Crock Pot Macaroni and Cheese
Complet your BBQ menu by adding some Crock Pot Mac & Cheese. This recipe is so simple and doesn't require boiling your pasta. Everything cooks in your slow cooker!
Healthy Crock Pot Taco Soup
Grab your slow cooker and let’s make this easy Healthy Crock Pot Taco Soup. It’s packed with tons of veggies and delicious robust flavor that works for lunch or dinner during the summer.
Easy Crock Pot Chicken Curry
Come home to a flavorful and delicious Crock Pot Chicken Curry. Throw all your ingredients into your slow cooker and enjoy a spice-filled dinner that pairs perfectly on a hot summer night with rice.
Healthy Crockpot Turkey Chili Recipe
Healthy Crockpot Turkey Chili is easy to throw together. Try this zesty, protein-packed, full-flavor slow cooker recipe. Weeknights have never been so easy! You can totally make this vegetarian, too!
Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole
Come home to Mexican food that's less expensive and tastes better than takeout! This Mexican casserole features ground beef, quinoa, and tons of gooey cheesy!
Slow Cooked SUMMER Beef Casserole
This Slow Cooked SUMMER Beef Casserole is a lighter slow-cooked beef casserole you can enjoy year-round, but especially in the Summer months!
Slow Cooker Chicken Teriyaki Sandwiches and Pineapple Slaw
These Slow Cooked Chicken Teriyaki Sandwiches are shredded, slow cooked, flavorful, AND topped with a spicy pineapple slaw! Perfect for warm-weather gatherings!
Crockpot Chicken Enchiladas Casserole
Here's an awesome, easy recipe for Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole that tastes so satifying!
Dr Pepper Pulled Pork Sliders
Dr Pepper Pulled Pork Sliders feature lean pork tenderloin covered in a delicious spice rub, slow cooked in a Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce, then shredded & served on Hawaiian rolls. Sound summery enough for ya!
Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs {Gluten-free}
Slow Cooker Short Ribs are deliciously fall-off-the-bone tender that take less than 5 mins of prep work. Yes, just right for summer!
Slow Cooker BBQ Peach Pulled Chicken
Pull out your crock pot and make BBQ Peach Pulled Chicken! A simple, sweet and easy meal especially during peach season!
Crock Pot Asian Pineapple pork
Crock Pot Asian Pineapple Pork is a wonderful meal full of delicious pineapple, carrot and pork. A homemade Asian sauce, fresh turmeric, garlic and ginger are added for some flavor and nutritional pop!
Slow Cooker Texas Style Barbecue Brisket Sandwiches
These Slow Cooker Texas Style Barbecue Brisket Sandwiches are easy enough for any day, but really good at picnics!
Easy Slow Cooker Teriyaki Meatballs
Whether you’re looking for the ultimate summer appetizer or a delicious, easy dinner, these Crockpot Hawaiian Meatballs are for you.
Chipotle Vegan Black Bean Soup | Instant Pot and Slow Cooker Recipes
This flavorful Chipotle Vegan Black Bean Soup can be made in an Instant Pot or slow cooker and makes a great main dish or side.
One Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya
This Crock Pot Shrimp and Sausage Jambalaya features classic ingredients such as shrimp, chicken sausage, bell pepper, onion, rice and Cajun spices all in one comforting dish with easy cleanup!
Shredded Beef Tacos
These Slow Cooked Shredded Beef Tacos Are A Great Meal For Busy Nights. They Are So Simple – The Crock Does All The Work For You!
Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
Slow Cooker Creamed Corn is a favorite vegetable side dish. The creaminess and sweet corn flavor make this crock pot creamed corn much better than the canned stuff, with only 5 ingredients.
Hawaiian Chicken {Slow Cooker + Instant Pot}
This sweet and tender Pulled Barbecue Hawaiian Chicken can be prepared in the Crock Pot OR in the Instant Pot for an easy dinner with just 5 minutes of prep!
Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken
There is no pre-cooking involved with this Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken. Just put onions, chicken and a fresh tomato, herb and balsamic mix in to the slow cooker and let it cook for 3 hours!
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Cheese Curd In Paradise says
What an amazing list! Thanks for including me- I can't wait to try some of these this summer!
Erin says
Thanks for letting me include your recipe! Cheers!
Blair says
Love this roundup! Thanks for including my Hawaiian Chicken! 🙂
Erin says
Love using the crock pot in the summer as well as the winter! Makes life so much easier! Thanks for the recipe!