Celebrate the spring with our delicious spring crock pot meals, guaranteed to help you usher in a new season of fresh produce and warm weather.

Updated on March 16, 2026

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Jason Donnelly / Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman

Get out and enjoy spring weather while dinner cooks itself! How? By putting our spring slow cooker recipes to delicious use. We've compiled some of our favorite spring slow cooker recipes to give you more time to enjoy the fresh air. The flavors of spring produce abound in these fresh spring slow cooker meals.

Slow-Cooked Pork Carnitas

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This fresh spring slow cooker recipe is all about flavor. Boneless pork shoulder is rubbed with an eight-spice blend before slow cooking to juicy perfection. Keep the carb count low by enjoying the pork on lettuce rather than tortillas. Serve with fresh lime, cilantro, and the zippy tomato-avocado salsa.

Slow-Cooked Moroccan Chicken and Cauliflower Stew

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Juicy chicken thighs get a Moroccan-inspired kick with the help of cayenne pepper and cinnamon. Dried apricots add sweetness and extra fiber to this spring slow cooker recipe.

Beef and Broccoli

Credit: Blaine Moats

Hard to believe this saucy, fork-tender beef dish is weeknight easy—but courtesy of your slow cooker, it is! Freshly grated ginger, hoisin sauce, and garlic contribute to the flavorful sauce in this fabulous Asian-inspired dinner just as good as takeout. Serve over rice noodles or hot cooked rice to complete the meal.

Italian-Style Slow Cooker Meat Loaf

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Sorry, Grandma, there's a new meat loaf recipe we love. Featuring ground lamb, fresh garlic, and peppers, this dish is made easily in your slow cooker. Seasonal zucchini makes a surprise appearance in this springtime slow cooker recipe.

Slow Cooker Corn Chowder

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This hearty chowder is perfect for those almost-warm-weather nights. It's warm and filling, but still has fresh spring flavor, thanks to fresh veggies and thyme. If you happen to have fresh corn on the cob, use it here instead of frozen to really amp up the seasonal nature.

Pesto Chicken Sandwiches

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Vibrant green pesto celebrates all the herbal flavors that come with spring. Make your own pesto sauce using fresh herbs from the garden or use purchased to get this easy spring slow cooker meal together fast. Enjoy the delicious chicken-and-veggie mixture over thick slices of bread.

Slow Cooker Indian Chicken Stew

This slow cooker stew recipe has earned raves since we first published it more than a decade ago. The dish is made with boneless chicken thighs, chickpeas, and canned tomatoes. Just before serving, stir in fresh lime juice and spinach.

Slow Cooker Cilantro-Lime Pork

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As one BHG home cook raves, "So simple and so delicious. I did add a little Pepperoncini juice for a little more kick." Once you've mastered our recipe, the dish is easy to customize to fit your tastes.

Cheesy Chili Mac

Credit: Jason Donnelly

Meet your new favorite meal prep recipe. This one-pot meal is loaded with pasta, ground beef, beans, and a saucy tomato broth. We like to top each serving with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and corn chips. If you're meal prepping, portion the dish into single servings, and keep the toppings separate until you're ready to eat.

Mississippi Pork Chops

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Jason Donnelly / Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman

Prep everything in the slow cooker and in just a few hours, you'll be rewarded with fluffy potatoes, tender pork chops, and a flavorful pepperoncini sauce. As one BHG home cook raved, "My husband and I loved it! Very quick and easy to prep. Then, sit back while the slow cooker did the work."

Greek Lamb Wraps

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You can make restaurant-worthy lamb wraps with this spring slow cooker recipe. Season the lamb and cook it low and slow. Once done, shred the lamb and roll up in a wrap with fresh veggies, feta cheese, and a Dijon mayo sauce.