Given what we’re used to making in the slow cooker, you might be wondering what exactly these mini-Crockpot recipes are.
And I get that! I’m used to making big batches of Crockpot soup recipes or chili, knowing it won’t take me long and will last for days.
I was hesitant at first to buy a mini-Crockpot and wasn’t what I would even do with it. But then I found so many fantastic recipes, and I just had to share!
Think about it: you don’t need a mountain of green beans or a whole bag of rice for your dinner.
What you need is a small side dish that’s hands-off and super simple.
That’s where the mini-Crockpot really shines. Just picture how easy your next Thanksgiving will be when you can cook your sides in a slow cooker.
It’ll save you oven space, too! Oh, and it’s not just savory sides here. There are plenty of fun sweet treats!
There are 20 fabulous mini-Crockpot recipes on this list, but there are so many more! The sky’s the limit with these little babies, so get cooking!
1. White Chicken Chili
This chili is made in a 1.5 quart slow cooker, so it’s great for one or possibly two if you serve it with a side.
Loaded with chicken breast, onions, jalapenos, and beans, it’s hearty, tasty, and perfect for lunch.
2. Crock Pot White Cheese Dip Recipe
Need a simple dip for a few close friends – this is it.
The mix of white cheese and green chilies is to die for. And it’s delicious with some salty chips on the side.
And since it only feeds 4 people, you don’t have to worry about leftovers.
3. Small Crock Pot Ham with Brown Sugar Honey Glaze
As tasty as this is for Sunday dinner with all the fixins, I actually make this for lunch.
It’s very tender and flavorful and makes the most amazing grilled ham and cheese sandwiches.
4. Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowl For One
How incredible does this burrito bowl look?
Between the chicken, tomatoes, and black beans, you know it’s going to fill you up.
But let’s be real, I’m all about the toppings! So load it up with avocado, chilies, sour cream, and more.
5. Crock Pot Tagalongs Mini Cake
Cakes in the slow cooker are usually sweet, dense (in a good way), and super moist.
And this one is no exception!
Using cake mix, Girl Scout cookies, and a tub of frosting, the recipe is very simple but super tasty.
6. Slow Cooker Taco Soup
In the mood for soup? You can’t go wrong with taco soup!
This recipe uses lean turkey, black beans, corn, and fire-roasted tomatoes. So every bite is filling and flavorful.
And like the burrito recipe, you can add all the tasty toppings you like.
7. Pot Roast for Two
I almost always make pot roast in the slow cooker because you just can’t beat that melt-in-your-mouth texture.
And thanks to this recipe, you can make just enough for two, without trying to figure out what to do with leftovers.
8. Slow Cooker Chicken Piccata For One
I adore chicken piccata and I was so pleasantly surprised at how this came out.
The sauce is key – you need fresh lemon juice and capers to get the right flavor.
As for the chicken, it’s perfectly tender after a few hours in the pot. Yum!
9. Easy Crockpot Fondue
This one’s a no-brainer! The gentle heat of the Crockpot is perfect for melting cheese, and the warm setting will keep it evenly sauced while you dig in.
Be sure to use a block of cheese that you cut up yourself, as the pre-shredded kind doesn’t melt quite right. And for a deeper flavor, try using beer instead of wine.
10. Crockpot Cheese Dip
Can we normalize making hot dip at home for no reason? Please?! It’s so good!
This one is particularly decadent, being made from bacon, cheddar, and ranch.
As mentioned above, always shred your own cheese, as it’ll have way more flavor and better texture.
Since you’ll add ranch to the mix, I recommend going for low-sodium bacon whenever possible, as the dressing is already pretty salty.
11. Crockpot French Onion Soup
French onion soup is a dream. It’s meaty, hearty, bursting with flavor, and pretty close to perfect, in my humble opinion.
Between the beef broth, caramelized onions, cheesy top, and thick crusty bread, it has everything you would want in a starter.
Once your onions are lovely and dark, add in the broth and let it all marry. That’s the beautiful base, and it’s genuinely delicious.
Once it’s ready, portion it into ramekins and top with thick, crusty bread and lots of cheese before broiling until the cheese is bubbling.
12. Steel Cut Oatmeal Crockpot Directions
Talk about overnight oats! If you’ve shied away from such breakfasts because you’re not a fan of cold oats, this one’s for you!
This clever recipe has you making everything before bed and setting the Crockpot to cook while you sleep.
Just imagine waking up to a batch of warm, sweet, tasty oats. All you have to do is scoop!
You can also check out these other awesome overnight Crockpot breakfasts.
13. Apple Butterscotch Crisp
I know I’m not the only one who adds some caramel to my apple pies and crisps, right?
They’re made for each other, and the sweet caramel pairs perfectly with the tart apple and warm spices.
This twist on apple crisp is dense, decadent, and devilishly good.
You’ll add butterscotch pudding to the mix before letting it all cook in the Crockpot.
And if you want to add a bit of extra caramel, I wouldn’t blame you.
14. Crockpot Broccoli Cheese Soup
Did you know you can have this cooking in just 5 minutes? It’s true. It takes me longer to make my coffee in the morning!
You’ll use frozen broccoli for this, and you don’t even have to thaw it out. Just add it to the pot with the broth, onion, seasonings, and milk.
If you like it thick, you’ll need to make a quick cornstarch slurry at the end – cornstarch and water.
15. Warm Feta Cheese Dip
Between the cream cheese, feta, basil, and sweet peppers, you’ll need to double this to feed the hungry crowd.
It’s so creamy, with just the right amount of salty-sweet flavor, and has some fantastic texture to boot.
Serve with crunchy bread, breadsticks, crackers, or potato chips.
16. Slow Cooker Rocky Road Candy
If you’re anything like me, you love making cookies and candy around the holidays.
I think people love getting homemade treats as gifts, and I hand them out like… well, candy.
Using your Crockpot to melt chocolate is genius! It’s gentle and will keep the mix warm while you work without you having to add water to a pot.
This recipe is super simple, melting everything together and mixing in your nuts and marshmallows. Then, just scoop onto the lined baking sheet and let cool.
17. Crockpot Wild Rice
Did you know that wild rice has more protein than quinoa? If you’re not a fan of the texture you get from quinoa, wild rice might just be the best option for you.
For this simple side dish, you’ll layer rice, mushrooms, onion, and pepper in the slow cooker before covering with stock.
You can keep it vegan-friendly with vegetable stock or up the flavor with some chicken or beef.
18. Slow Cooker Sesame Chicken For One
I adore Chinese and other Asian dishes.
But while my pantry is usually well-stocked with spices, sauces, and vinegar, sometimes I just need a basic but delicious recipe.
And that’s what this is. You don’t need anything you likely don’t already have, and it’s ready to go in the pot in just 10 minutes.
19. Crockpot Chili
As much as I love a good chicken chili, there’s nothing quite like a classic beef chili with lots of beans and plenty of heat.
If you’re looking to make chili and want to speed up the process, try skipping the browning stage.
I know what you’re thinking, but no, the meat does not need to be cooked before you add it to the pot.
It’ll cook for 8 hours, after all, so it will be super tender when it’s done.
Just mix it in thoroughly at first and give it a good stir every hour or so.
20. Slow-Cooker Crab Dip
This dip is hot, creamy, cheesy, and full of chunks of sweet crab meat.
The base for the dip is a mix of cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire, Parmesan, and Old Bay seasoning.
If you swap out the mayo for sour cream, you’ll have a slightly tangier flavor, but it will still be super tasty.
It’s best served with buttery Ritz crackers.
20 Easy Mini-Crockpot Recipe Collection
Try these mini-Crockpot recipes for the easiest dishes ever! From sides to entrees to desserts, there’s no limit to what the mini-Crockpot can do.
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