Chicken dishes in a slow cooker

When it comes to weeknight family dinners, chicken remains one of our favorite options. Why not make it effortlessly using a slow cooker?

Chicken Marbella in a slow cooker

This classic dinner party dish is made entirely in a slow cooker. Salty capers and olives combine with dried apricots and brown sugar to create the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

Recipe: Chicken Marbella in a slow cooker

Chicken with orzo pasta in a slow cooker

Once you learn how to cook frozen chicken in the Instant Pot, the possibilities are endless.

Recipe: Lemon orzo pasta with chicken in a slow cooker

Chicken with quinoa, pistachios, and dried apricots in a slow cooker

This will be your new favorite weeknight dinner. Rich in protein and fiber, this dish is light yet filling. The heat of the chili pepper and ginger balances the sweetness of the dried apricots, and the pistachios add a lovely crunch.

Recipe: Chicken with quinoa, pistachios, and apricots, cooked in a slow cooker

Chicken Adobo in a Slow Cooker

This simplified version of a traditional Filipino dish cooks up in a slow cooker in no time, and what's even better is that you only need to wash one pot.

Recipe: Chicken Adobo in a Slow Cooker

Chicken noodle soup in a slow cooker

Did you know you can cook a whole chicken in a pressure cooker? This comforting chicken noodle soup will be on the table in just 45 minutes.

Recipe: Chicken and Noodle Soup in a Slow Cooker

Chicken in creamy sauce in a slow cooker

There's a reason this dish is such a hit: it's warming, comforting, and delicious. And since the chicken doesn't require marinating, it's perfect for a quick dinner.

Recipe: Murg Makhani in a slow cooker

Slow Cooker Chicken Ranch Pasta

This quick dish is popular online. But various versions often turn out too soup-like, and the sauce can be lumpy. In this recipe, we use chicken thighs and stir them into the savory and creamy cheese mixture after it's cooked.

Recipe: Penne pasta with chicken in ranch sauce in a slow cooker

Mediterranean Chicken Thighs in a Slow Cooker

This keto-friendly chicken is packed with Mediterranean flavors: healthy olive oil, briny olives, and rich Greek yogurt.

Recipe: Mediterranean chicken in a slow cooker (keto diet)

Chicken Tortilla Soup in a Slow Cooker

This quick and easy soup is infused with smoky flavor from a combination of ancho chili powder and canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.

Recipe: Chicken soup with tortillas in a slow cooker

Chicken with herbs in a slow cooker

Stuff the chicken with onions, rosemary sprigs and lemon wedges for a unique flavor.

Recipe: Chicken with herbs and gravy in a slow cooker

Chicken with dumplings in a slow cooker

This cozy chicken and dumplings dish cooks up in a flash in a slow cooker. It's a great weeknight dinner recipe.

Recipe: Chicken with dumplings in a slow cooker

Greek-style chicken with couscous and vegetables

A quick and filling Mediterranean dish inspired by souvlaki that can be made in a slow cooker in half an hour.

Recipe: Chicken and Couscous Bowl in a Slow Cooker

Chicken Cacciatore with Bacon in a Slow Cooker

Traditionally, this dish is simmered in the oven for several hours. Our version takes very little time and is prepared entirely in a slow cooker—no need to wash a mountain of dishes! The chicken turns out incredibly tender, and the bacon adds a perfect smoky flavor to the tomato sauce.

Recipe: Chicken Cacciatore in a Slow Cooker

Caribbean Chicken and Rice in a Slow Cooker

This quick and easy dinner is packed with rich flavor. Jerk spices add heat, while fresh cilantro and lime add a pleasant, bright note.

Recipe: Chicken with rice and green peas in a slow cooker

Chicken tikka masala in a slow cooker

You can make flavorful and tender chicken tikka masala in your slow cooker in 10 minutes while still staying on the Whole30 diet.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala (Whole30 Diet)

Posole soup with chicken in a slow cooker

Thanks to the slow cooker, the flavors of this Mexican soup are fully revealed in just two hours.

Recipe: Posolé with chicken in a slow cooker

Chicken with coconut sauce in a slow cooker

Freshen up your weekday menu by cooking boneless, skinless chicken thighs in a slow cooker with soy sauce and vinegar. Adding a splash of unsweetened coconut milk at the end creates a creamy sauce that pairs perfectly with jasmine rice.

Recipe: Chicken in coconut sauce in a slow cooker

Pulled chicken in a slow cooker

Prepare a kilogram of chicken at the beginning of the week, shred it, and you'll have the basis for a variety of quick and easy dishes. This version is delicious (though pulled chicken is usually quite bland), so you won't need to add any extra flavor. But if you still want to, we offer plenty of ideas.

Recipe: Preparation: Shredded chicken in a slow cooker

Tender chicken in a slow cooker

A whole chicken can be cooked in less than an hour—it'll be incredibly tender and ready to serve. For extra flavor, try browning the chicken breasts first, using the broiler setting, until golden brown, 6-8 minutes.

Recipe: Tender chicken in a slow cooker

Moroccan Chicken in a Slow Cooker

Looking for a warming dish? Chicken with spices—cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, and coriander—is sure to do the trick and will be a family favorite.

Recipe: Moroccan Chicken in a Slow Cooker

Frozen chicken breasts in a slow cooker

Cooking frozen chicken breasts in a slow cooker is a secret weapon for weeknight dinners. Be sure to wait 10 minutes for the pressure to naturally release; a quick release will result in dry and stringy meat. A natural release allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicy, tender chicken—perfect for salads and other dishes using cooked meat.

Recipe: Frozen chicken breast in a slow cooker

BBQ chicken with potato salad in a slow cooker

Simplify weekday cooking with this one-pot recipe. Serve the chicken with potato salad, which cooks in the slow cooker at the same time!

Recipe: BBQ chicken with potato salad in a slow cooker

Indian-style chicken in creamy tomato sauce

With this recipe, you'll not only make a delicious dish, but also get a wonderful, thick sauce—perfect with rice or naan bread.

Recipe: Murg Makhani: Indian-Style Chicken in a Tomato Cream Sauce in a Slow Cooker

Hawaiian Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

Create a tropical vibe by making shredded chicken sandwiches with a subtle hint of pineapple and topping them with a crisp coleslaw containing an unexpected ingredient: coconut!

Recipe: Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

Chicken breasts in a slow cooker

Even if you don't have anything saved for dinner, you can make juicy pulled chicken in less than an hour. Frozen chicken breasts cook quickly and easily in a slow cooker.

Recipe: Pulled chicken in a slow cooker

Chicken with rice and peas in a slow cooker

Chicken thighs, rice, and peas cook in less than an hour. This weeknight dinner is sure to please everyone.

Recipe: Chicken with rice and green peas in a slow cooker

Chicken Cacciatore in a Slow Cooker

This simple variation on a hearty classic dish with sautéed onions and mushrooms, garlic, tomatoes, and chicken is perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends.

Recipe: Chicken Cacciatore with Rice in a Slow Cooker

Panzanella salad with chicken in a slow cooker

In this quick dinner dish, toasted bread cubes soak up the rich flavor of the sauce and mingle with winter greens.

Recipe: Winter Chicken Panzanella in a Slow Cooker