After a long workweek, it’s hard not to pack your weekend full of fun (and practical) activities. But that can mean mustering up the energy to cook a big meal at the end of the day feel impossible. Luckily these five-ingredient-or-less slow cooker recipes will make whipping up a tasty dinner a total cinch, no matter how busy you are.
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Buffalo chicken
Image Credit: The Frugal Girls No longer do you need to go to the pub to get your hands on the perfect Buffalo chicken thanks to this easy four-ingredient slow cooker recipe.
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Beef teriyaki
Image Credit: Eat at Home Cooks Turn tough stew meat tender and flavorful in your slow cooker with this three-ingredient recipe.
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Chicken and rice
Image Credit: Plain Chicken This four-ingredient slow cooker chicken and rice is more than satisfying, and the time you’ll save making it means you can spend the afternoon doing whatever you want.
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Teriyaki chicken
Image Credit: Thrifty NW Mom Forget takeout — this three-ingredient teriyaki chicken is tastier and more healthy.
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Italian cheesy chicken
Image Credit: The Recipe Critic This creamy, zesty chicken couldn’t be easier — just four ingredients and four hours of relaxing until dinner is on the table.
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Brown sugar ribs
Image Credit: Weary Chef Forget the grill — all you need for a great barbecue meal is a slow cooker and some patience thanks to this five-ingredient recipe.
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Queso dip
Image Credit: Neighbor Food Blog Just the thing to chow down on when you’re watching the big game or just marathoning your new fave on Netflix, this three-ingredient queso dip couldn’t be easier.
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Apricot-orange chicken
Image Credit: Mom on Time Out Tangy, sweet and savory, this slow cooker apricot-orange chicken is sure to hit the spot — and it takes just four ingredients.
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Hawaiian chicken
Image Credit: My Meller Want something a little different for dinner? Try this five-ingredient recipe, which combines soy sauce and pineapple for a taste of the islands.
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Dr Pepper pulled pork
Image Credit: Cincy Shopper Who knew it could take just four ingredients to make a dish this flavorful?
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Pot roast
Image Credit: Oh Sweet Basil Perfect for Sunday dinner, this easy five-ingredient slow cooker pot roast comes together effortlessly.
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Creamy taco chicken
Image Credit: The Pinning Mama This unique and tasty take on tacos is made with just three ingredients, meaning you can spend more time eating, less time prepping your meal.
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Italian beef sandwiches
Image Credit: Iowa Girls Eats Forget the windy city. You and your slow cooker make the best filling for Italian beef sandwiches around — with just five ingredients.
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Chicken tortilla soup
Image Credit: I Have a Future and a Hope This easy five-ingredient soup is bursting with flavor thanks to a jar of your favorite salsa.
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Sweet potato bean chili
Image Credit: Sweet potato black bean chili Not only is this four-ingredient sweet potato and black bean chili a cinch to pull together, but it’s also gluten-free and vegan.
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Grape jelly meatballs
Image Credit: I Heart Naptime This classic sweet-and-sour dish is made with just three ingredients: frozen meatballs, grape jelly and barbecue sauce. It sounds strange but is oh so tasty!
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Biscuits and gravy
Image Credit: Grocery Shrink Who knew this Southern classic could be so easy? Just throw three simple ingredients into your slow cooker, and two hours later, biscuits and gravy are on the table.
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4-Ingredient fudge
Image Credit: A Year of Slow Cooking Candy making is notoriously difficult, but this four-ingredient slow cooker fudge will make you look like a pro.
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Apple dump cake
Image Credit: Money Saving Sisters Forget peeling piles of apples. This easy three-ingredient apple dump cake gets you your comfort food with way less work.
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Peach cobbler
Image Credit: 365 Days of Crockpot Dessert has never been easier thanks to this three-ingredient slow cooker peach cobbler.
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Cherry dump cake
Image Credit: Tammilee Tips With just three ingredients, dessert doesn’t get any easier than this bright cherry dump cake.
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