Summer cooking doesn’t have to mean sweating over a hot stove. With these 15 Easy and Damn Delicious Summer Crockpot Recipes, you can enjoy flavorful, hearty meals without heating up your kitchen. Whether you’re planning a backyard BBQ, a cozy family dinner, or just want to meal prep without stress, these recipes are your go-to solution.
Crockpots are the ultimate kitchen hack for summer — just toss in your ingredients, set the timer, and go enjoy the sunshine. From tangy BBQ pulled pork and zesty shredded chicken tacos to tropical-inspired pineapple teriyaki meatballs and refreshing veggie-packed soups, these easy recipes are designed to deliver big flavor with minimal effort.
Each dish is crafted to make the most of fresh summer ingredients like corn, bell peppers, tomatoes, and herbs, turning them into mouthwatering meals that everyone will love. Plus, these recipes are perfect for all skill levels — whether you’re a busy parent, a college student, or someone just looking for easy weeknight dinners.
Not only do these crockpot meals save time, but they also help you eat healthier by avoiding takeout. Most of the recipes are customizable, making them ideal for picky eaters or specific dietary needs, including low-carb, gluten-free, and dairy-free options.
So, ditch the oven and embrace your slow cooker this season. These 15 Easy and Damn Delicious Summer Crockpot Recipes will keep your kitchen cool and your belly full. It’s time to make summer cooking stress-free, flavorful, and seriously satisfying.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week, these easy crockpot meals will make your summer dining simple and delicious. Save this list and start slow cooking your way through summer today!
Quinoa Black Bean Crockpot Stuffed Peppers
These Quinoa Black Bean Crockpot Stuffed Peppers can be made with or without meat – all with simple pantry ingredients! Minimal prep, awesome taste.
Slow Cooker Texas BBQ Beef Sandwiches
Not only are these sandwiches delicious, they are stupid easy to make. Only three ingredients for the meat. Just dump everything in the slow cooker and let it works its magic!
Summer Slow Cooker Lasagna with Zucchini and Eggplant
No oven required here. You’re just a few hours away from a satisfying slow cooker lasagna packed with summer’s best veggies.
Crockpot Shawarma Chicken
This Slow Cooker Shawarma Chicken just couldn’t be easier! It takes just minutes to prep and throw in the slow cooker.
Slow Cooker Coconut Lime Chicken
As weird as it sounds it really works! There is no overwhelming taste of creamy coconut or of the lime here…. just a hint of flavor and lots and lots of juicy-delicious-fall-off-the-bone chicken.
Slow Cooker Zucchini Ziti
This slow cooker Zucchini Ziti offers it all. It can be made in a flash, but tastes as if you put hours into its creation. That’s why we love it! Whip some up for Sunday dinner and enjoy the leftovers for Monday lunch.
Cheesy Pierogi And Kielbasa Casserole
This Crock Pot Cheesy Pierogi and Kielbasa Casserole is fast and easy to prepare. It uses store-bought pierogies, cooked kielbasa and lots of cheese!
Crock Pot Fire Roasted Tomato Shrimp Tacos
You’ll love this shrimp taco recipe because it’s made in a slow cooker. Crock Pot tacos require SO little prep! Slow cooking the shrimp with fire roasted tomatoes (and other vegetables) produces delicious flavor and preserves nutrients!
Creamy Italian Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes
This Creamy Italian Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes is simmered in the most incredible creamy sauce of roasted red peppers, spinach and Italian herbs. It’s a dump and go crockpot chicken recipe!
Slow Cooker Corn Chowder
This is an easy summer dinner is one that requires minimal prep and doesn’t heat up the house.
Crockpot BBQ Ribs
These slow cooker ribs are covered in a brown sugar dry rub and smothered in bbq sauce. They’re slow cooked in the crockpot all day and are ready to go for game time or for an easy weeknight dinner.
Crock Pot BBQ Beef Brisket
This Crock Pot BBQ Beef Brisket will taste like it’s been smoked all day long! It has an amazing flavor and a homemade sauce!
Crockpot Low Country Boil
Nothing says summer like a Crockpot Low Country Boil. It really has to be one of the most fun meals to eat. Grab some friends and give this recipe a try!
Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes are made right in the crock pot with ground beef, ketchup, a little brown sugar, worcestershire sauce, and a few other ingredients that you already have on hand. It is easy, saucy, and can be made with turkey as well for a healthy alternative to the ground beef.
Crockpot Hawaiian BBQ Chicken
Delicious and easy to make in the crock pot, this Hawaiian BBQ Chicken combines the rich flavor of barbecue sauce with sweet pineapple! A simple, family favorite, weeknight dinner.
