13 Summer Slow Cooker Dinners That Won’t Heat Up Your Kitchen

Slow-Cooker Pepper Steak

“This Crock-Pot pepper steak recipe is very tender and flavorful and is one of our family’s favorites,” says recipe creator MJWAGNER68. “It’s great to make ahead of time in the slow cooker and then serve over rice, egg noodles, or chow mein.”

Carnitas with Pico De Gallo

Pork shoulder is simmered in a slow cooker with chiles and spices, then served on tortillas with pico de gallo.

“This recipe stems from a household that loves carnitas and has perfected it,” says recipe creator jamielynne. “It makes a lot of food, and I have never thrown a piece away. My neighbors, employees, family, and friends love it. A must for social occasions.”

Garlic Pork Roast

“Quick and easy garlic pork roast in the slow cooker, and very good,” says Allrecipes community member Brandy. “Even my kids like it.”

It’s slow-cooked with sweet potatoes, onions, and garlic for a tasty and easy meal.

Slow Cooker Blackberry Pork Tenderloin

“I cooked this blackberry pork tenderloin for a date, and he told me it was the best meal anyone besides his momma had ever cooked for him! That’s a terrific compliment, being from southern Louisiana.” —leeann3800

Cola Beans

“What could be easier? I prepared in a Crock-Pot exactly as directed and used 3 different kind of beans for variety. Great dish to take to a pitch-in.” —Sally

Cozy Cottage Beef Stew Soup

“This beef stew soup is a delicious blend of tender beef and vegetables, with just the right amount of thick, flavorful broth to tie everything together,” says Allrecipes community member Baricat. “Add a loaf of crusty bread, and you have a perfect meal for on the go (it microwaves great!) or for sitting down together and sharing the day’s events.”

Slow Cooker Green Beans, Ham and Potatoes

“This Crock-Pot green beans and potatoes recipe is easy to make in your slow cooker. I make this dish often, but I have never measured the ingredients, so this recipe is a reasonable approximation,” says recipe creator Sharon. “Freeze the leftover cooking liquid and add it to bean soup, ham and cabbage dishes, or use it to boil dumplings. It’s delicious!”

Garlic Top Sirloin Pot Roast

“A tender top sirloin roast made in the slow cooker with lots of garlic, potatoes, onions, carrots, and green peppers,” says recipe creator DONTCOOKMUCH. With over 140 5-star reviews, there is a lot to love.

Slow Cooker Pozole

“An easy pozole recipe made in the slow cooker. You can add another can of hominy if your slow cooker is large,” says Allrecipes community member Jules. “I prefer hot enchilada sauce with salsa, but the regular kind will do. Traditional Mexican pozole is served with shredded cabbage, lime wedges, avocado, onion, cilantro, and, of course, warm tortillas.”

Slow Cooker Lemon Garlic Chicken

“This slow cooker lemon chicken recipe uses seasoned, browned chicken breasts, lemon juice, garlic, and chicken bouillon,” says recipe creator Carla Joy. “A wonderful fix-and-forget recipe that is easy and pleases just about everyone. Great served with rice or pasta, or even alone.”

Sweet Barbeque Beans

“Sweet barbeque beans loaded with bacon and ground beef and a surprisingly sweet flavor. The taste of these beans is to die for!” says Allrecipes community member Tarene Condie.

Slow Cooker Pepper Steak

This is “an easy, delicious pepper steak recipe the whole family will love served over white or brown rice,” says recipe creator CBCBROWN.

Portuguese Chourico and Peppers

“Great as a sandwich like sloppy Joes or over mashed potatoes or rice,” says Allrecipes community member Deanne Orabona.