Looking for simple no-fuss meals for busy school nights? Try these 42 easy kid-approved crockpot dinners that are not only delicious but perfect for picky eaters.
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I can’t believe that back-to-school is just around the corner. Summer has gone by so fast! It’s sad to think that the lazy days we look forward to all year will soon be replaced with the hustle and bustle of after-school activities, appointments, and practices.
Although getting back to a routine is always a good thing, it can also bring added stress. Between, trying to juggle work responsibilities, household chores, carpooling, and helping with homework, the last thing we want to do is figure out what to have for dinner.
It can be a constant struggle and although having a meal plan can make things easier, it can be hard to find the time with everything else that has to be done. This is why I turn to no-fuss crockpot dinners that I know my kids will actually eat.
Set it and forget it crockpot recipes are the perfect way to get dinner on the table with less stress. Simply prep your ingredients in the morning and toss them into the crockpot for a delicious dinner that will be waiting for you when you get home. It will not only save you time in the kitchen because it requires so little effort but it can save you money because you are not stopping at the drive-thru after work.
So, with school fast approaching, I thought I would gather up some kid-friendly recipes that you can make in your crockpot for the busy school year ahead. These kid-approved slow cooker meals are the perfect no-fuss recipes because they use basic ingredients you may already have in your pantry and require minimal prep. They are ideal for families who need dinner on the table quickly because of busy schedules. Enjoy!
Looking for more delicious recipes that your kids will actually eat? Find easy breakfast, lunch, and snack ideas for kids. As well as simple family dinner ideas like tasty taco recipes for Taco Tuesday, must-have homemade pizza recipes, family-favorite ground beef dinner ideas, and quick one-pot chicken recipes for busy weeknights.
Kid-Approved Crockpot Dinners
Try these easy kid-friendly crockpot meals that are perfect for picky eaters. Find simple slow cooker chicken, beef, pork, and pasta meals your kids will love.
Chicken Slow-Cooker Recipes for Kids










- Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas- Cooking Classy
- Crockpot Chicken Parmesan- The Country Cook
- Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup– Damn Delicious
- Crockpot Salsa Chicken– Jo Cooks
- Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken– Dinner Then Dessert
- Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo with Pasta and Broccoli- Cooking with Carlee
- Crockpot Chicken Tortellini– The Shortcut Kitchen
Kid-Friendly Beef Crockpot Recipes





- Crockpot Meatloaf- The Chunky Chef
- Crockpot Beef and Broccoli– Life in the Lofthouse
- Tater Tot Casserole in the Crockpot– Little Sunny Kitchen
- Chili in Crockpot- Mom on Timeout
- Taco Soup (Crockpot, Stovetop, Instant Pot)- Tastes Better From Scratch
- Crockpot Lasagna Soup– Eating on a Dime
- Crockpot Cheddar Chili Mac- Recipes That Crock!
- Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup- The Recipe Critic
- Slow Cooker Hamburger Helper- Tastes of Lizzy T
- Crockpot Spanish Rice– Lil’ Luna
- Slow Cooker Goulash- Slow Cooker Gourmet
More Kid-Approved Crockpot Recipes for School Nights




- Crockpot Potato Soup– Well Plated By Erin
- Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup– Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons
- Crockpot Pizza Casserole- Real Housemoms
- Crockpot Stuffed Shells– The Cookie Rookie
- Slow Cooker Pizza Soup– Shugary Sweets
Let’s face it, the last thing anyone wants to do after a crazy busy day is to come home and make dinner when a million things are going on. Not to mention having the energy to cook healthy home-cooked meals for your kids that they will actually eat. Hopefully, having this list of 42 easy kid-approved dump-and-go crockpot meals will make your life a little less stressful.
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