20 Summer Crockpot Recipes For Dinner

Make dinner a breeze with these 20 Summer Crockpot Recipes! From BBQ pulled pork to zesty chicken tacos, these easy slow cooker meals keep your kitchen cool and your taste buds happy all season long.

Long, sunny days call for easy dinners that don’t heat up the kitchen—and that’s where these summer crockpot recipes come in. With these slow cooker meals, you can feed a crowd after a day at the pool or just make something low-effort after a busy workday. These dishes pack big flavor with minimal fuss.

From saucy ribs and cheesy sides to spicy dips and slow-simmered tacos, there’s something here for every craving. Dump-and-go slow cooker meals are what I love about summer cooking – just toss in the ingredients, kick back with a cold drink, and let your slow cooker handle the rest.

Bourbon Baked Beans

Slow-cooked canned beans soak up a rich blend of bourbon, brown sugar, tomato paste, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, delivering a bold, sweet-and-tangy flavor in every bite. Crispy bacon adds a smoky depth, making this dish a hearty side for any summer gathering.

Get the recipe: Bourbon Baked Beans – Slow Cooker Recipe

Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes

Crispy bacon, ranch seasoning, and plenty of shredded cheddar cheese come together with tender potatoes to create a creamy, savory side dish. Just toss everything into the slow cooker for an easy, crowd-pleasing favorite at any gathering. The recipe also includes the Instant Pot instructions.

Get the recipe: Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes

Crockpot Jalapeno Popper Dip

A spicy and creamy dip made with cream cheese, three types of cheese, diced jalapenos, and crispy bacon. Perfect for parties, this dip brings the beloved flavors of jalapeno poppers to your table with minimal effort.

Get the recipe: Crockpot Jalapeno Popper Dip

Crockpot Mexican Casserole

This hearty casserole layers ground beef, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, and tortillas, all topped with melted cheese. It’s a flavorful, colorful, and satisfying meal that’s easy to assemble and perfect for busy weeknights.

Get the recipe: Crockpot Mexican Casserole

Green Beans in Crockpot

Fresh green beans are slow-cooked with onions, garlic, bacon, and a touch of seasoning, resulting in a tender, classic side dish for any BBQ or summer dinner. Plus, it is easy to make and very healthy!

Get the recipe: Green Beans in Crockpot

Mediterranean Chicken Breast Recipe

Juicy chicken breasts are cooked with olives, chickpeas, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, garlic, couscous, and a blend of Mediterranean herbs. This dish offers a light yet flavorful option that’s perfect for summer dinners and tastes like vacation!

Get the recipe: Mediterranean Chicken Breast Recipe

Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs

No time to fire up the grill? These pork ribs are seasoned with a homemade dry rub and slow-cooked until tender, then slathered with your favorite barbecue sauce and sweet peaches. The result is fall-off-the-bone ribs that are perfect for any summer cookout.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs

Slow Cooker BBQ Beef

Stew meat is slow-cooked with barbecue sauce, orange soda, and spices until it can be easily shredded. Serve it on buns for a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that’s perfect for warm weather gatherings.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker BBQ Beef

Slow Cooker Birria Tacos

Everyone loves tacos! This beef is braised in a rich, spicy broth made with dried chilies, tomatoes, and aromatic spices. Shred the meat and serve it in tortillas with a side of the flavorful broth for dipping. Spicy and comforting – a crowd-pleasing combo.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Birria Tacos

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

A creamy and spicy dip made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, hot sauce, lots of cheese, and ranch dressing. It’s a game-day favorite that’s easy to prepare and always a hit.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

Slow Cooker Chicken Wings

Chicken wings are slow-cooked in a savory sauce until tender, then broiled to achieve a crispy finish. They’re perfect for parties, for Father’s Day, or just a summer weeknight dinner.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Wings

Slow Cooker Corn Casserole

A comforting side dish made with corn, cornbread mix, sour cream, and cheese. This creamy casserole is a staple, budget-friendly recipe for summer barbecues and potlucks.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Corn Casserole

Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob

Cook fresh corn cobs in the slow cooker with butter and seasonings to make juicy and flavorful corn that’s easy to prepare for a crowd. Classic side that is easy to customize with your favorite spices.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

This addictive dish combines shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and bacon. Serve it on buns or over rice for a satisfying meal that’s sure to please. And be ready to serve some seconds!

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Ribs

Living in Hawaii, I can’t get enough of tropical flavors! These pork ribs are cooked with a sweet and tangy sauce made from pineapple juice, brown sugar, and BBQ sauce. The tropical flavors make this dish a standout at any summer gathering – tested many times!

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Hawaiian Ribs

Slow Cooker Lemonade Chicken

If you cook chicken breasts low and slow in a sauce made from lemonade concentrate, vinegar, mustard, ketchup, and brown sugar, you will get a crowd-pleasing, sweet and tangy dish that’s light and perfect for summer dinners. The lemonade really does the trick!

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Lemonade Chicken

Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Tacos

Chicken is cooked with ranch, bell peppers, and taco seasoning until it can be shredded and served in tortillas. Top with your favorite taco fixings for an easy and delicious meal. You can also just serve it with rice, make wraps, sandwiches, or burritos!

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken Tacos

Slow Cooker Shredded Beef

My go-to recipe to make a batch of shredded beef for meal prep. Beef roast is slow-cooked with chile peppers, garlic, and lime juice until tender. Then you shred the meat and use it in sandwiches, tacos, or over rice for a versatile meal option. Perfect time saver in summer!

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Shredded Beef

Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells

If you’re craving pasta this summer, try this crockpot recipe. Pasta shells are filled with a mixture of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, then cooked in marinara sauce. This vegetarian dish is a comforting and easy-to-make dinner.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells

Slow Cooker Sweet Spicy Sausage

For an easy summer appetizer, you can make these sausage links cooked in a sauce made from brown sugar, mustard, and hot sauce, creating a sweet and spicy flavor. Serve as an appetizer or over rice for a hearty meal. It is super simple and satisfies even picky eaters.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Sweet & Spicy Sausage

These 20 summer crockpot recipes make dinnertime simple, flavorful, and stress-free—perfect for warm-weather nights!

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