15 Easy Fall Crockpot Recipes to Make this Fall

My slow cooker is one of my most used kitchen appliances. The concept of dumping food in and letting it cook without keeping an eye, without stirring, and without adjusting spices appeals a lot to the lazy mom in me. Come fall and about half of my weekly dinners are made right in the slow cooker. My kids also love to come back from school or their N number of extra activities and smell the food already cooking in the kitchen. Fall crockpot meals are meant to be messy, comforting, easy – perfect for one of the most busy seasons of the year!

Crockpot Apple Cider Pulled Pork

This slow-cooked dinner is my personal favorite. It brings sweet, tangy fall flavors to the classic pulled pork. Pork shoulder simmers low and slow till tender in apple cider along with onions, garlic, and fall spices for company. Shred it with fork at the 5 to 6 hour mark and return to crockpot to absorb the flavors. Once cooked, pile onto buns for sandwiches or sliders. Perfect for feeding a crowd.

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chili

Make your regular chili fall style by stirring a can of pumpkin puree right into the crock pot. The pumpkin adds a subtle sweetness and velvety texture to the broth without overpowering traditional spices like cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Ground beef or turkey, beans, and diced tomatoes round out the chili, creating a protein rich dinner. Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions before serving.

Slow Cooker Chicken & Wild Rice Soup

This chicken and wild rice soup is cozy, comforting, plus easy to make in the slow cooker. Cook chicken breasts or things low and slow with wild rice, carrots, celery, and onion in a savory broth till tender. Add a splash of heavy cream at the very end and serve with a sprinkling of fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.

Crockpot Cranberry Balsamic Chicken

Crockpot cranberry balsamic chicken combines sweet, tart, spicy, and tangy flavors into a simple slow cooked dinner. Chicken thighs or breasts cook in a sauce made from pulsed cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and Dijon mustard. The sauce thickens as it cooks and covers the chicken in a glossy glaze. I love that this dish has minimal prep and cooks while I take the kids around for fall sports and after school activities.

Slow Cooker Beef Stew

The quintessential fall comfort meal. Chunks of tender beef chuck, potatoes, carrots, and onions slow cooked for hours in a well-seasoned, well-flavored broth – delicious! Add a splash of red wine or Worcestershire sauce to get that rich umami taste. The long cook time allows the beef and vegetables to soak up the broth. Best part is this is a true set-and-forget dinner, which has the whole kitchen smelling fantastic as it cooks.

Italian Meatball Soup

This cozy one-pot dinner combines meatballs, pasta, and veggies in a savory tomato based broth. The meatballs simmer directly in the slow cooker, becoming juicy and flavorful as they absorb the broth. Vegetables like carrots, celery, onions, and spinach add heartiness and nutrition to each bowlful. Add the pasta right at the end to keep it al dente.

Crockpot Maple Dijon Chicken

Chicken thigh or breast pieces cooked in sauce of maple syrup, Dijon mustard, ACV, and garlic is just delicious. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice – anything starchy – to absorb all the flavors of the sauce. This dinner requires minimal prep and is perfect for school nights.

Crockpot Pork Tenderloin with Apples & Cinnamon

There’s so much fall flavor in this one dish! The pork tenderloins slow cook along with apple slices, onions, and cinnamon to create a sweet spicy sauce. The pork is tender while the apples turn soft and lose their crunchiness.  I like to serve it with a simple green side salad.

Slow Cooker Butternut Squash & Chicken Curry

This butternut squash and chicken curry is slightly sweet, slightly spicy and very comforting. Chicken and butternut squash cubes cook together in a curry made from coconut milk, ginger, garlic and other Asian spices like turmeric, cumin, and paprika. Stir in fresh cilantro at the end and serve over rice for a fun fall meal.

Crockpot Sausage, Apples & Onions

This simple and filling meal is built around a handful of basic pantry ingredients. Smoked or Italian sausage slow-cooks along with sliced apples and onions, allowing the flavors to mix and blend together. Serve this easy meal with rice, potatoes, or dinner rolls and fresh butter.

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Cranberry Sauce

What can be better than Thanksgiving dinner for two or four made in a couple of hours right in the slow cooker? The turkey breast cooks for hours till it’s juicy and tender while the sauce made from cranberries, orange zest, and warm fall spices create a sweet and tangy glaze. It has all the flavors of a wonderful holiday meal without the effort to roast the whole turkey.

Slow Cooker Butternut Squash and Apple Soup

Another fall recipe for butternut squash is the star! While I love butternut squash soup, this butternut squash and apple soup takes it to a whole another level. The fall produce simmers together with onion, garlic and autumn spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup right inside the slow cooker. Stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end for that velvety smoothness.

Crockpot Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Did you know that creamy Tuscan Chicken, better known as the viral marry me chicken, can be made in the crock pot? Slow cook the chicken breast pieces in a rich flavored with garlic, sundried tomatoes, and Italian seasonings. When it’s almost done, add a bunch of spinach and stir in some fresh Parmesan cheese. I like to serve this with pasta or mashed potatoes to soak up all that creamy sauce.

Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie Filling

Want to get the exact taste and texture of a classic chicken pot pie without all the effort? Try this slow cooker version. Chicken, carrots, celery, and peas cook together in a thick sauce until tender and perfectly cooked. Add some cornstarch slurry at the end to get that gravy-like consistency. Serve it with biscuits for an easy twist on this classic dish.

Slow Cooker Creamy Potato and Leek soup

Have you ever wondered how simple ingredients like potato and leek can come together and taste so special? The secret is in cooking them low and slow in a tasty broth with lots of spices and finishing with a few tablespoons of heavy cream for that signature smooth taste. Serve with fresh bread on a cold fall or winter evening.

If I had to pick a favorite from this list, it would keep changing every week! I love having these many options on rotation because Texas fall days can range from 80 degrees one day to 40 degrees the next. Try them all and let me know which of these Crock-Pot fall dishes are your favorite.