Crockpot Recipes for Fall

Y'all know I don't believe in "crockpot season." If it's Tuesday, I'm probably using mine. But fall? Fall is when the slow cooker struts into its starring role, filling the kitchen with delicious smells, and producing those hearty meals we crave once we get tired of grilled everything.=

Table of Contents

• Crockpot recipes for easy fall meals
• Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pork Roast
• Crockpot Smothered Chicken
• Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese
• Cajun Slow Cooker Pot Roast
• Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast
• Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie Soup
• Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup
• Slow Cooker Pork Chile Verde
• Chicken And Sausage Gumbo
• Braised Pork And Red Cabbage
• Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew
• Chipotle Citrus Turkey Breast
• Crock Pot Roast
• Copycat Wendys Chili
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Crockpot recipes for easy fall meals

Even before that first real chill hits the air and the leaves start putting on their show, my slow cooker starts getting extra use. Once we hit mid-August I don't care how hot it is or how many people tell me fall hasn't started yet, if Starbucks can start handing out pumpkin lattes it's time for my favorite cozy, fall crockpot recipes.

There's just something about it that calls for big, hearty dinners that simmer all day and greet you at the door with the most incredible smell when you walk in from the cold (or walk in from the hot here in Texas).

And the best part? These recipes practically cook themselves. Fork-tender pot roasts drowning in rich gravy, creamy bone-warming soups, and chilis so good they'll have everyone hovering around the kitchen, bowls in hand, before you even call them to the table.

No standing over a hot stove, no complicated techniques-just dump it in, walk away, and come back to pure comfort food magic. Whether you're feeding a hungry family on a busy weeknight or looking for that perfect Sunday supper, these are the fall crockpot recipes I come back to year after year.

Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pork Roast

This is the kind of dinner that makes the whole house smell like fall before you even open the front door. Tender pork roast simmers all day in sweet apple cider with onions , apples, and herbs until it's fork-tender, rich, and worthy of Sunday supper, even if you threw it together before your first cup of coffee. Make the apple cider pork roast recipe →

I like to serve it with mashed potatoes, brussels sprouts with hot bacon dressing, and cornbread.

Crockpot Smothered Chicken

I think smothered chicken has everything you want in a fall recipe. Tender chicken breast, creamy gravy, and mushrooms just feel like you should be wearing a flannel shirt and cozy socks, even if it's 115 degrees outside. That's what air conditioning is for. Get the slow cooker smothered chicken recipe →

Around here I usually serve it with rice, a salad, and buttermilk biscuits.

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili with Cream Cheese

It's amazing what a packet of Ranch seasoning, a sprinkle of bacon, and a block of cream cheese can do-this chili has become an obsession. It's my secret weapon for the first chilly days of fall or any tailgate that needs a serious upgrade. One bowl and everyone will be asking for the recipe. See the full crack chicken chili recipe →

You don't need to add a lot to make this a meal. My favorite is just warm corn muffins and butter!

Cajun Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Tender beef that falls apart at the sight of your fork, plenty of Cajun seasoning, and a slow-simmered mix of onions, carrots, and celery create a rich, bold gravy that'll have everyone reaching for a piece of bread to swipe the plate clean. I've been making this for decades and no one's gotten tired of it yet. I'll let you know if they do. Give this cajun pot roast recipe a try →

I love this for Sunday dinner served with Southern sweet onion casserole and 30 minute dinner rolls.

Slow Cooker French Onion Pot Roast

Everything you love about French onion soup, transformed into a fork-tender pot roast with just a handful of ingredients. The beef is slathered in rich, deeply savory oniony goodness and creates its own incredible gravy right in the crockpot. Leftovers make incredible sandwiches. See the full French onion pot roast recipe →

My family loves this served with creamed peas and potatoes and maybe some sourdough to soak up the gravy.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie Soup

All the hearty, creamy goodness of a classic chicken pot pie-minus the fuss of making a crust. Tender chicken, cozy veggies, and a buttery biscuit on top make this the kind of dinner that whisks away the woes of a long day. Just dump it in the crockpot, handle your day (or read your book - no judgement), and let it do the rest. No need to serve anything on the side - this soup has it all!! Check out the chicken pot pie soup recipe →

Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup

There's nothing like a bowl of old-fashioned beef and barley soup when the wind starts howling outside. Tender beef, wholesome barley, and plenty of veggies simmer together all day for rich, deep flavor that sticks to your ribs. It's budget-friendly, completely effortless, and makes your whole house smell like Yankee Candle Co. missed a scent. Make the beef and barley soup recipe →

Soups never need much on the side but I do like to make these soft, whole wheat dinner rolls because they're perfect with the rustic country flavor of the soup.

Slow Cooker Pork Chile Verde

Packed with tangy Tex-Mex flavor, this pork chile verde is pure soul-warming goodness on a cold autumn night. The pork gets so juicy and fork-tender in that vibrant green sauce after simmering away all day. Have some warm tortillas ready-you're going to want to scoop up every last drop. Try the pork chile verde recipe →

It's not traditional but I like to serve soft garlic bread sticks and rustic mashed potatoes with this dish.

Chicken And Sausage Gumbo

Chicken and sausage gumbo has got those bold, authentic Louisiana flavors that taste like you spent hours stirring a pot on the stove, but your crockpot does most of the work. Trust me, the smell alone when you walk through the door is worth it. See the chicken and sausage gumbo recipe →

I usually serve gumbo with potato salad and I see nothing wrong with adding some spoon bread to the side.

Braised Pork And Red Cabbage

Braised Pork and Red Cabbage in the Slow Cooker is that old-fashioned, deeply savory dinner that tastes like it came straight out of grandma's kitchen-no cream soup shortcuts required. Pork chops go low and slow with tender red cabbage, smoky bacon, tangy apples, red wine, and warm spices until everything is fall-apart fork tender with just the right touch of sweetness. Your house is going to smell absolutely incredible while you do literally anything else with your afternoon. Take a look at the pork and red cabbage recipe→

I love to serve just a baked sweet potato with melting butter and a sprinkle of brown sugar alongside this.

Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew

This Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew is the kind of dinner that makes you look like you've been lovingly tending a pot all day as it simmers over a roaring fire-when really you just dumped everything in and walked away. The Guinness goes deep and rich as it slow cooks, turning the beef fall-apart tender and filling your whole house with a smell that's basically the definition of a cozy fall evening. Make the Guinness beef stew recipe →

This has all the vegetables you need but a warm loaf of Irish soda bread is hard to say no to. At least I've never been able to.

Chipotle Citrus Turkey Breast

Forget fighting with a giant bird and a roasting pan-this Chipotle Citrus Turkey breast is your new holiday hack. It comes out perfectly juicy and full of smoky, citrusy flavor every single time, all while your slow cooker cooks it perfectly and you aren't left with a million dishes to wash. It's ideal for a smaller Thanksgiving spread or honestly any fall Sunday when you want something that feels special without the oven chaos. See the full chipotle citrus turkey recipe →

I like to go full on Thanksgiving when I make this. Serve with bourbon sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, and cloverleaf rolls.

Crock Pot Roast

This Crock Pot Roast is the kind of old-fashioned, no-fuss dinner that never goes out of style-beef, potatoes, and carrots simmering away in the slow cooker with Lipton onion soup mix until everything is fall-apart tender and swimming in rich, savory flavor. The trick of searing the meat first in a cast iron skillet takes it completely over the top. It's a classic Sunday dinner that honestly deserves a spot on your table any night of the week. Make this old-fashioned pot roast recipe →

There are so many veggies packed in this I don't add much but try serving it over cheesy jalapeno grits just once. It's SO good.

Copycat Wendys Chili

Skip the drive-through line and make this Copycat Wendy's Chili right in your crockpot instead. It's got that same hearty, tomato-y goodness you know and love, but it's budget-friendly and simmering away in your own kitchen-filling the whole house with the kind of smell that makes cold nights feel a little cozier. If you're already a fan of the original, just wait until you taste it made from scratch. Leftovers are great on chili dogs or over baked potatoes. Make this copycat Wendy's chili recipe →

Depending on the day I'll serve this chili with creamed corn cornbread or homemade saltine crackers.

🏡 Around here, the crockpot never really takes a season off, but fall is when it earns its standing ovation. So dust off your favorite slow cooker, grab a wooden spoon, and work your way through this list of crockpot recipes for fall one cozy supper at a time. Your family will think you spent all day in the kitchen, and we don't have to tell them otherwise. 🍂