31 Crockpot Chicken Recipes for Lazy Nights

Honey Garlic Chicken

Hello Spoonful's slow-cooker chicken takes just six ingredients and is pretty much fail-proof when you follow these simple instructions. 

Crock Pot Hawaiian Chicken

Cook up some tropical flavors to get you through the holidays with this sweet and sour chicken dish. Soy, honey and ginger are just some of the ingredients that go into creating a meal that keeps its flavor and works great for lunch and dinner. Head to Weelicious for the recipe.

Slow-Cooker Corn Chowder

There’s nothing better than a bowl of soup on a chilly day, and this corn chowder from The Seasoned Mom totally fits the bill. Filled with chicken, bacon and potato, it’s delicious and hearty enough to satisfy everyone in your crew. Click here for the full recipe. 

Classic Chicken Stew

There's something about the word "stew" that invokes chilly autumn nights and full tummies. This classic chicken stew recipe will is definitely on the top of the comfort foods list. Get the full recipe here. 

Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken

Get something fancy and protein-packed on the table with as little effort as possible with this delicious recipe from Queen of My Kitchen. Find out how to pull this off yourself here. 

Crock Pot Seasoned Chicken with Peppers & Onions

This slow cooker recipe from The Seasoned Mom is sure to find a place in your meal rotation. There are lots of ways to remix it—serve it with pasta or rice, or make it into a cheesy sandwich. Plus, if you’re an Instant Pot fan, it can be put to use with this recipe. 

Get the whole recipe here. 

Honey Crispy Chicken

Skip the takeout the next time you’re craving Chinese food—this crispy chicken recipe from Crockpot Gourmet is much healthier, and it’s sure to be a hit with even picky kiddos.

Mushroom Chicken

For a simple but comforting meal, try this quick recipe, adapted from Easy Crock Pot Recipes:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 can cream of mushroom soup

1/4 c flour (swap cornstarch for flour to make it gluten-free)

1 box of sliced mushrooms

Salt, pepper and paprika

Method:

1. Rinse chicken breasts. Sprinkle salt, pepper and paprika on BOTH sides. Place in crock pot.

2. Mix other ingredients together. Add to crock pot. Cook on LOW 6-8 hours.

3. Serve over pasta or rice if desired.

Crock Pot Chicken from Heaven

For an easy dinner, nothing beats relying on your crock pot. This crock pot dinner recipe—from Phyllis Good’s new book, Stock the Crock—is truly a slice of heaven. Convenient, delicious and adaptable to Paleo diets, we’re betting this recipe will soon become a part of your nightly rotation. Grab the recipe by clicking here.

Soy Sauce Chicken

This soy sauce chicken recipe couldn’t be simpler—you’ll only need five ingredients. Served with a side of rice and some broccoli, a delicious dinner will be on the table in the blink of an eye. Grab the recipe by clicking here.

Roasted Chicken

Believe it or not, you can roast an entire chicken in the crock pot, and it’s actually pretty easy. This recipe from Our Family Eats makes for a delicious and juicy chicken. Get the recipe by clicking here.

Chicken Posole

Treat the family's taste buds to a yummy batch of posole. The best part? The leftovers get better and better over the next few days (so making lunches will be a breeze!). To get the recipe, click here.

Chicken Teriyaki

Teriyaki is always a kid favorite, and this recipe from Our Little Acre is no exception. Made with just five ingredients, it’s easy to throw together in the crock pot. Snag the recipe by clicking here.

Lemon Chicken Pitas

Put anything in a pita, and our kids are on board. This Greek-inspired recipe from Leah’s Thoughts is bound to be a hit. Topped with tzatziki sauce, tomatoes and onion, you’ll be happy to come home to this meal. To get the recipe, click here.

Butter Chicken

Your littles will love this dairy-free butter chicken from One Lovely Life. The creamy, flavorful sauce, paired with rice or quinoa, is sure to have the whole fam asking for seconds. To snag the recipe, click here.

Taco Soup

Skip the tortillas and make this tasty taco soup to switch things up. Beans, veggies and chicken make up the base of the soup, and you can top it off with shredded cheese, chips or guacamole. To grab the recipe, click here.

Chicken and Dumplings

Southern-inspired chicken and dumplings make the perfect comfort food. This version is super easy to throw together, thanks to a refrigerated biscuit shortcut. To grab the recipe, click here.

Bacon-Wrapped Apple Barbecue Chicken

Just in case barbecue chicken wasn’t tasty enough already, this recipe from MomsWhoThink ups the ante by wrapping it in bacon and pairing it with apples. This one is bound to become a weeknight favorite. Click here to get the recipe.

Chicken Tacos

Make any night Taco Night! This recipe is foolproof, and kiddos can choose their own toppings, from sour cream to salsa to shredded cheese. Snag the recipe by clicking here.

Rosemary Chicken with Butternut Squash

There's nothing quite like the combo of butternut squash and rosemary to make a meal seem less than ordinary. The secret to making this savory dish from GI 365, is adding a can of soup to make it both creamy and satisfying without a lot of extra work. Click here to get the recipe.

Chicken Parmesan

This simplified take on chicken parm from Baking & Creating with Avril is bound to be a hit with picky kiddos. It skips the breading process, making it a healthier and quicker version than the original. To find out how it’s made, click here.

Honey Soy Chicken

For an instant family fave, make this Asian-inspired recipe from Shared Appetite. Savory soy sauce and tart pineapple juice come together to make a super tasty sauce for the chicken. Drooling yet? Grab the recipe by clicking here.

Tuscan Chicken and Beans

Served over rice or pasta, this recipe adapted from Moms with Crockpots makes for a lightning-fast weeknight meal. It’s a smart way to use those cans of beans and tomatoes hanging out at the back of your pantry, too. Click here to get the recipe.

Chicken Verde

For a Mexican-inspired dish that comes together in no time, you’ve got to try this chicken verde from A Little Yumminess. Tomatillo salsa is the secret ingredient here to add a hint of spiciness and give the chicken its green color. To grab the recipe, click here.

Gluten-Free Sweet and Sour Chicken

Instead of ordering takeout, try out The Family Chef’s gluten-free take on a favorite Chinese dish. There are veggies in the mix too, so you can just make a side of rice for a balanced and tasty meal. Get the recipe by clicking here.

Green Chicken Chili

For a fun twist on chili, try this fantastic recipe from Slow Cooker Gourmet. With salsa verde, fresh corn and white beans, it’s super hearty and delicious topped with sour cream or tortilla chips. Grab the recipe by clicking here.

Chicken and Gravy

This filling dish is more prep than fuss thanks to this foolproof recipe from Sarah Olson’s cookbook. Served on top of mashed potatoes and bread, it doesn’t get much more comfort food than this. Find out how it’s made by clicking here.

Chicken Ragu

Switch up your usual pasta dish by making this delish ragu from Whitney Bond. The sauce gets better and better as it simmers, making it the perfect slow cooker meal. Click here to get the recipe.

Chicken Pot Pie Stew

If you’re craving chicken pot pie but don’t have the time to whip up a pie crust, this genius recipe from Paper/Plates Blog is your solution. Filled with all the good stuff (think chicken thighs, veggies and lots of gravy), comfort food has never tasted better. To get the recipe, click here.

Chicken with Balsamic and Tomatoes

Pop some tomatoes, balsamic vinegar and chicken in the crockpot with a few herbs and you’ll come home to an amazingly hearty meal. We love this recipe from Mom’s Kitchen Handbook, and chances are your family will feel the same way. Click here to get all the details.

Chicken with Grapes

Chicken and grapes might sound like a strange combination, but this recipe from Dash marries the two perfectly. Add simmered tomatoes, chickpeas and butternut squash to the cumin-spiced chicken, and you’ve got a complex and delicious meal. Get the recipe by clicking here.