32 Easy Family Slow Cooker Meals Our Kids Eat

This easy crockpot chicken recipe is well-loved by kids and adults, and has enough exotic flavor to be interesting but still a safe crowd-pleaser. For kids who haven't had Indian food, this is a great intro to new flavors! From Damn Delicious

Vanessa M. said:  Kid friendly one pot meals are the best! Red beans, onion, bell pepper, celery, and chicken sausage come together with savory seasonings to create this classic family crockpot meal designed to be served over rice. From Gimme Some Oven

Vanessa M. said:  Cheesy, gooey macaroni and cheese straight from your crockpot - that's the dream, right? This take on homemade mac & cheese is one of the most kid friendly crock pot meals. Many versions involve boiling the macaroni ahead of time, but this shortcut recipe skips that step.

Vanessa M. said:  Science has proven that kids are more likely to eat their dinner if "pizza" is in the title. Ok, that's not true, but it may as well be because kids universally adore pizza. This recipe for slow cooker pizza chicken combines all the flavors of pizza with chicken, pasta, and yes, veggies! From Betty Crocker

Juan L. said:  This kid friendly crock pot recipe is the perfect blend of sweet and savory and absolutely delicious. The whole thing takes about 10 minutes of prep time. Pair it with a kid-friendly salad or grilled cheese for a complete meal. From 365 Days of Slow + Pressure Cooking

Vanessa M. said:  The easiest of all kid friendly chicken crock pot meals takes 5 minutes or less to throw together! Just add 2-3 whole chicken breasts (4-6 halves), a 16-oz jar of your favorite salsa and a packet of taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp of homemade!) to your crockpot. Combine and cook on high for 4-5 hours. Then just shred your chicken with a fork and enjoy on tacos, burritos, salads, or on top of rice. My kids love to make chicken tacos with this recipe!

Vanessa M. said:  This tangy orange chicken has a sweet and sticky sauce that's easy to make with just a few ingredients - orange marmalade, barbecue sauce, and soy sauce. Serve over rice with a veggie on the side, and dinner is made! From The Frugal Girls

Vanessa M. said:  This tasty and kid-friendly soup is made with lots of fresh veggies and cheddar cheese. The best part is that your crock pot does (almost) all the work! After cooking, use an immersion blender or food processor to puree your soup to give it a restaurant quality texture. From Well Plated by Erin

LovliQueen said:  This is so easy to make and my family loves it! You can eat it over rice, with tortillas or with chips as dip. Give it a try. From The Magical Slow Cooker

Vanessa M. said:  This kid friendly crock pot meal is easier than it looks, featuring Italian sausage, frozen tortellini, spinach, tomatoes and a creamy sauce. From Key Ingredient

Vanessa M. said:  This is a fun recipe for kids to help make, as it involves cooking with soda! The sweet root beer gives this pulled pork a depth of flavor you just don't get with other recipes. From The Girl Who Ate Everything

Kristy Pepping said:  I don't make too many family crockpot meals, but this is one I always make in the colder months or on a rainy day. Our whole family likes chili. The nice part about this recipe is you can customize it by adding in more veggies and also change the ground beef to ground turkey. Plus, top with a little bit of cheese or crackers once it's done cooking! From Allrecipes

Mommyx3 (Monique H) said:  My children tend to be verrry picky and from the oldest to the youngest the picky level goes up more lol. One thing they all love in common is some good chicken! The perfect blend of chicken, pesto, lemon, and mozzarella is definitely mind blowing and delicious. Side with some garlic bread for a little kick. From The Magical Slow Cooker

Vanessa M. said:  Meatball subs are just about the easiest meal to make in a slow cooker. Combine marinara sauce with frozen meatballs, and your meatballs are ready to be made into delicious, kid-approved meatball sub sandwiches. Top with shredded mozzarella or provolone. So good! From Mom Endeavors

Vanessa M. said:  My son is obsessed with IKEA's Swedish meatballs, so this is one of his all time favorite kid friendly crock pot meals. Using a package of frozen meatballs makes this recipe so easy to put together. I like to pour a bag of frozen peas into the slow cooker about 20 min before serving, just to add some color and extra nutrients. From The Country Cook

Gina I. said:  There's nothing like a steamy bowl of soup on a cold day, and this baked potato soup doesn't disappoint! I like to add a little extra chicken or veggie broth and blend with an immersion blender for a few seconds for a creamier texture. It's even good if you omit the bacon! From Food.com

Erynn said:  If your kids love cheese and/or noodles, you can't go wrong with a slow cooker lasagna. This recipe calls for homemade sauce, but store bought makes meal prep even faster and easier. Leave out the browned meat if you don't have time or prefer a vegetarian meal. You don't even have to pre-cook the lasagna noodles, just layer all your ingredients in and forget about it until dinner time! From Tastes Better From Scratch

Katie G. said:  My husband and I love Mexican food and eat it at least once a week. Getting tired of the same old tacos I decided to give this recipe a try and it was a hit with the kids. Let the chicken cook all day then roll in tortillas and bake in the oven. Top with salsa, sour cream, guacamole or leave plain for picky kids. These will be gone in no time, but also freeze well for easy reheat. From Creme de la Crumb

Jennie Utsinger said:  Chicken noodle soup is a staple in our freezer and fridge during the winter. With minimal ingredients, this kid friendly crock pot meal is easy to assemble, and delicious and comforting on a cold day. My kids love alphabet pasta in theirs! From Weelicious

Vanessa M. said:  My family is crazy about Chinese food, especially beef and broccoli, so this is one of our favorite easy family slow cooker meals. Put some rice in your rice cooker, and dinner is a breeze. I've actually quadrupled this recipe before, put one in the crockpot for dinner, and stashed the rest as freezer meals for busy nights. From Table For Two

Vanessa M. said:  Minestrone soup is one of our favorite kid friendly crock pot meals to come home to on a chilly night. It is healthy, hearty, and my kids love it! Feel free to customize using whatever vegetables you have on hand, or adapt the recipe to your picky eater's taste. A sprinkle of parmesan cheese adds extra yumminess. From Two Peas & Their Pod

Molly Weber said:  If you're looking for a little change up in flavors, this slow cooker chicken recipe is an excellent option. It's super simple to make and has a sweetness to it that kids love. This is a great way to make sure your children get some healthy protein in them as well! Serve with rice or veggies on the side! From Gimme Some Oven

Flaky biscuits, tender slow cooked chicken, vegetables and a wonderful smell - what's not to love? This mildly flavored dish is guaranteed to please the whole family. The recipe also offers flexibility to use homemade biscuits, store-bought biscuits, homemade soup or canned soup, depending on how busy you are that day! From 365 Days of Slow + Pressure Cooking

Kristy Pepping said:  I made this soup in the crock pot and it was a big hit with the whole family! I left out the cauliflower since my family does not like it other than me. I also added more chicken and two cups more of chicken broth. It has a ton of veggies in it and is low on salt which so many on-the-shelf soups have. Plus, you can make it in the morning and let it sit until dinner! From Bowl of Delicious

Amanda Banta said:  This is one of my favorite kid friendly crock pot meals because it could not be more simple and it's super delicious. There is minimal prep, then you put everything in the slow cooker and let it cook. I use a pork loin (you can use pork or beef) and I've thrown it in frozen many times when I didn't defrost one beforehand.

I prefer to use slices of fresh onion as I love how soft and sweet they are after a day of cooking in the sauce, but the dried flakes are great if you're in a hurry or you forgot to buy an onion. Serve the shredded pork over rice. From A Year of Slow Cooking

Molly Weber said:  This is definitely a comfort food and a great excuse to enjoy the flavor of stuffing other than as a Thanksgiving side. All this kid friendly crock pot meal takes is a little mixing and some layering before turning on the slow cooker. From The Magical Slow Cooker

Amanda Banta said:  This easy family slow cooker meal gives that chicken parm taste in a much healthier version. Don't worry, there still is plenty of cheese! I cook the pasta separately as we like ours a little underdone and I can serve more or less based on how everyone likes their pasta to soup ratio. The red pepper flakes add a great smidge of heat but, if your kids are sensitive to anything remotely "spicy," they can be excluded easily without sacrificing any taste. From Foxes Love Lemons

Kelly R. said:  This is one of the kid friendly crock pot recipes that nobody complains about in my house. French dip is so easy and hands-off in the slow cooker! Boneless beef roast simmers in a seasoned liquid, which is reserved for serving as a flavorful dip alongside the sandwiches. We like to freeze leftovers in the extra liquid for future dinners. From The Girl Who Ate Everything

Carly Follett said:  This is one of the go-to kid friendly crock pot meals for my family and the leftovers are even better; just like cold pizza! There may not be any crust but it's layered like a pizza and just as yummy. You can even customize it just the way you like it; choose your favorite sauce and add as little or as much cheese as you like and voilà! From Cleverly Simple

Shila said:  If your family likes breakfast for dinner, try this casserole with turkey sausage, hash browns & eggs. The only thing you "cook" beforehand is the turkey sausage. This is one of our favorite easy family slow cooker meals because it happens to use items commonly found on sale at the grocery store. Bonus: Just set the crock pot overnight for an easy breakfast. It's helpful for entertaining after sleepovers! From Julie's Eats & Treats

Sarah Calamita said:  My kids are picky! And looking at these ingredients I didn't think they would enjoy it. Low and behold they LOVED it. We topped it with greek yogurt and shredded cheddar and avocado and I did a side of tortilla chips. It was a filling recipe and also froze some for another day. From Chelsea's Messy Apron

christadiserio said:  This Tex-Mex spin on your average chili is one the whole household will love! The best part is there's hardly any prep that goes into making it but it tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. It's a dump and go chicken crockpot recipe that's incredibly easy to make, right before you head out the door in the morning. Serve over rice, salad, or even make tacos. From Skinnytaste