26 Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Thigh Recipes Your Family Will Want Again and Again
Easy dinners, coming right up.
If chicken has become your go-to dinner and you’re starting to feel stuck making the same meals over and over, consider this your way out of the rut. These easy slow cooker chicken thigh recipes are here to bring variety back to your weeknight dinners with minimal effort. From comforting classics like chicken cacciatore to bolder options such as jerk-spiced chicken thighs, there’s something here for every mood and craving. Another bonus of using chicken thighs is that they stay tender and juicy, even after long hours in the slow cooker.
The beauty of these recipes is how simple they are. Just add everything to your slow cooker in the morning, let it work its magic all day, and come home to a fully cooked, flavor-packed meal. Think tender chicken and rice or sweet-and-tangy orange chicken that the whole family will happily dig into. They’re budget-friendly, great for feeding a crowd, and easy enough to make again and again. With dinners this dependable, you won’t mind when they’re requested on repeat.
Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup
Filling, simple, delicious, and oh-so warming, this is just the thing thing when you're under the weather—or just in from being out in the weather!
Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings
Perhaps the only thing more warming and delicious than chicken soup on a cold day is chicken and dumplings.
Gingery Slow Cooker Chicken with Cabbage Slaw
As one reader commented "Oh my goodness! This is the most amazing combination of warmth, crunch, sweet and tangy. Very easy to put together. A party on your plate and in your mouth!" If that isn't enough to get you to try we don't know what is!
Get the recipe for Gingery Slow Cooker Chicken with Cabbage Slaw.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
This hearty soup is a Mexican-inspired favorite, made easy.
Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Chicken & Orzo
Use chicken thighs or breasts in this hearty weeknight meal the whole family will absolutely love.
Get the recipe at Creme de la Crumb.
Slow Cooker Apricot Chicken
If you love sweet and savory flavors, you'll get a kick out of this chicken dish glazed in apricot preserves, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard.
Get the recipe at Dinner at the Zoo.
Tuscan Slow Cooker Chicken Thighs
Get all the creamy, decadent flavors of a Tuscan chicken dinner without any of the fuss with this easy-to-follow slow cooker recipe.
Get the recipe at Kristine's Kitchen.
Crispy Skin Slow Cooker Jerk Chicken
This amazing jerk chicken will pair perfectly with just about any of your favorite side dishes.
Get the recipe at Cooking and Beer.
Slow Cooker Herbed Chicken and Rice Pilaf
Few dishes are more satisfying than chicken and rice, especially this easy-to-make recipe with rice pilaf.
Get the recipe at Half Baked Harvest.
Slow Cooker Maple and Dijon Chicken and Broccoli
Prep this one-dish meal in just 10 minutes and then let your slow cooker do the rest of the work.
Get the recipe at Damn Delicious.
Greek Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken and Potatoes
This chicken and potato dish is full of flavors thanks to the rosemary and basil (mixed in with plenty of lemon!).
Get the recipe at Cooking Classy.
Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
Skip the takeout and make this easy orange chicken recipe. Serve with a side of rice and veggies for a delicious weeknight meal.
Get the recipe at Averie Cooks.
Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken
Fill up on this hearty and healthy chicken dish made with olives, onions, and red peppers.
Get the recipe at Creme de la Crumb.
Greek Chicken Wraps
For a new dinner idea, these wraps are guaranteed to spice up your weeknight meals.
Get the recipe at Slow Cooker Gourmet.
Crispy Chicken Carnitas
After preparing the chicken in your slow cooker, just add tortillas for a delicious taco dinner.
Get the recipe at Gimme Some Oven.
Chicken Corn Chowder
This soup makes a great staple for a chilly night.
Get the recipe at Creme de la Crumb.
Chipotle Chicken Fajita Soup
With this "dump it and forget it" recipe, you get a fully-loaded fajita flavored soup.
Get the recipe at Tastes Better From Scratch.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
If you love planning dinner parties, this classic dip recipe makes a great big-batch appetizer.
Get the recipe at Gimme Some Oven.
Moroccan Chicken and Olive Tagine
Try this flavorful dish that is loaded with, prunes, olives, carrots, onions, garlic and ginger.
Get the recipe at Skinny Taste.
Pineapple Chicken
If you're craving sweet and savory, you'll love this chicken recipe that calls for chicken thighs, pineapple and peppers.
Get the recipe at Damn Delicious.
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