Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon
A rustic cast-iron crockpot on a warm wooden kitchen counter, steam rising from a hearty tomato-basil chicken stew with tender chunks of chicken, red potatoes, carrots, and fresh basil leaves sprinkled on top. Soft่‡ช็„ถ light from a nearby window creates gentle shadows, and a wooden spoon rests against the rim.

Quick Crockpot Dinners for Busy Weeknights

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A collection of 10 easy, minimal-prep crockpot dinners perfect for busy weeknights โ€” Tender, healthy, and full of flavor with minimal effort.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups diced carrots
  • 2 cups diced potatoes
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken, carrots, potatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper into the crockpot.
  2. Pour in chicken broth just until ingredients are covered.
  3. Cook on low for 6โ€“7 hours or high for 3โ€“4 hours, until chicken shreds easily.
  4. Shred chicken in pot with two forks.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra richness, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream at the end.
  • Add frozen peas or corn in the last 30 minutes for freshness.
  • Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or with crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 285 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg
Close the CTA