45 Simple Camping Crockpot Meals for Easy Outdoor Cooking
Easy camping crockpot meals! These budget-friendly slow cooker camping recipes are simple breakfasts, lunches, and dinners that cook themselves.
There’s nothing better than a cozy camping trip, until it’s time to figure out what to make for dinner.
Between setting up camp, wrangling family or friends, and actually trying to relax, cooking can sometimes become the least fun part of the trip.
That’s where camping crockpot meals come in!
With a tiny bit of prep time, you can have warm, hearty meals waiting for you at the end of a long day of hiking, swimming, or just soaking up the outdoors.
Whether you’re camping in an RV, cabin, or campsite with electric hookups, these easy crockpot recipes will make your trip feel a whole lot more relaxing.
From comforting dinners, easy breakfasts, and simple lunches to fun crowd-pleasing appetizers and snacks …
… here are some simple and inexpensive crockpot camping recipes to add to your camping meal plan.
(🏕️ Looking for more fun camping recipes? Check out these delicious campfire desserts, budget-friendly make ahead camping food ideas, or easy campfire breakfasts.)
Slow Cooker Camping Melas
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is easy to make and lives up to its name with perfectly seasoned pull-apart tender pork that can be turned into sandwiches (or nachos) at your campsite.
Mac and Cheese
This Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese feeds a crowd and is extra creamy thanks a few secret ingredients. It can be a side dish or even a fun meatless main dish.
Crock Pot Hot Dogs
Crock Pot hot dogs are such an easy way to cook for a crowd when you don't want to make a fire or use the grill. The slow cooker perfectly steams the hot dogs and keeps them warm, just waiting for tasty toppings.
Blueberry Breakfast Casserole
Start your morning with a sweet slice of this delicious Crock-pot Blueberry Breakfast Casserole. Using fresh or frozen blueberries this breakfast bake is budget-friendly and filled with bright flavor.
Corn on the Cob
This easy slow cooker Corn on the Cob recipe will give you sweet, tender, buttery corn every time. Such an easy side dish for a crowd.
Crockpot Taco Meat
Transform this easy Crockpot Taco Meat into nachos, walking tacos, burritos, quesadillas, etc. Set it and forget it for perfectly seasoned ground beef.
Slow Cooker Breakfast Burritos
Everyone loves this easy slow cooker breakfast burritos recipe! This overnight recipe can cook while you sleep and is perfect for feeding a crowd!
Slow Cooker Sloppy Joes
Crockpot Sloppy Joes are the perfect comfort food for camping. With ground beef in a sweet, tangy sauce, this is a meal almost everyone will enjoy!
Cheesy Potatoes
Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes are a deliciously creamy side dish with just 4 simple ingredients and two simple steps.
Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches
With the perfect blend of sweet and spicy Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches are slow-cooked in a tasty sauce then shredded and ready to serve on buns. Just 5 minutes of prep!
Slow Cooker Baked Beans
Crockpot Baked Beans are a delicious and hearty side dish with a smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet flavor. They're so easy to make with a few pantry basics and your crockpot.
Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches
With just a few minutes of prep, you can have these comforting Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches on your camping menu.
Easy Crockpot Chili
Make delicious Crockpot Chili with just 15 minutes of prep! It’s a budget-friendly way to feed a crowd, and a very easy recipe to put together with very common ingredients.
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas
Crockpot Chicken Fajitas feature juicy chicken, bell peppers, and onions with a zesty seasoning for a delicious way to feed a crowd.
Crock Pot Baked Potatoes
Make a simple and budget-friendly baked potato bar with these super easy Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes and some fun toppings.
Crockpot Baked Ziti
Family friendly and delicious Crockpot Baked Ziti is packed with tender pasta, seasoned beef and layers of ooey-gooey cheese.
Tex Mex Slow Cooker Breakfast
Tex Mex Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole has layers of tender hashbrowns, sausage and bell peppers, combined with a perfectly seasoned egg mixture and topped with cheddar cheese for a fun fiesta of flavors.
Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Meat
Slow cooker shredded Chicken Taco Meat recipe is so easy and perfect for a ton of different meals, from tacos and nachos, to burritos and quesadillas.
Slow Cooker BBQ Hawaiian Roll Chicken Sliders
Crockpot BBQ Hawaiian Chicken Sliders have a combination of sweet BBQ sauce and pineapple on a sweet Hawaiian rolls for a delicious meal full of summer flavor.
Mexican Pulled Pork (Carnitas)
Amazing Pork Carnitas are slow-cooked until perfectly tender, juicy, and full of flavor. So easy to make, this delicious Mexican pulled pork is perfect for an easy taco night.
Cherry Cinnamon Rolls
Crock Pot Cherry Cinnamon Rolls are soft, gooey 2-ingredient rolls slow cooked to perfection with a sweet fruit filling. Feel free to swap out a different fruit if you prefer.
Crack Chicken Sandwiches
Creamy, cheesy crockpot Crack Chicken is a flavorful blend of shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and bacon. It tastes amazing on slider buns or even as a dip.
Crockpot Mexican Casserole
Crockpot Mexican Casserole is a flavor-packed meal made with beef, beans, corn, rice, and melty cheese, all slow-cooked to perfection.
Crockpot Meatloaf With Potatoes and Carrots
This crockpot meatloaf recipe is a full, one pot dinner. Carrots, potatoes and meatloaf cook together in your slow cooker for 5 hours.
Crockpot Pizza Dip
Easy crockpot pizza dip with cream cheese, mozzarella, pepperoni, and herbs is a melty, crowd-pleasing camping appetizer with minimal prep.
Crockpot Pineapple Chicken
Crockpot Hawaiian Chicken with Pineapple is a super simple 3-ingredient slow cooker dump and go recipe. An amazingly easy and filling meal with a perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Biscuit and Gravy Casserole
Crock-Pot Biscuits and Gravy Casserole is a yummy way to start your day off with a hearty breakfast filled with sausage, eggs, cheese & pepper gravy.
Coca-Cola Meatballs
Easy 3-ingredient crockpot Coca Cola meatballs are a savory and delicious recipe that you can serve as an appetizer or on sub buns for sandwiches.
Crock Pot Spaghetti
Crock Pot Spaghetti is perfect for those full camping days when you're too busy having fun or relaxing to cook dinner. Just put everything in the slow cooker and let it simmer all day.
Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip is an easy and crowd-pleasing camping appetizer recipe with just a few other simple ingredients.
Crock Pot Barbeque Burgers
Yes, these Crock Pot Barbeque Burgers are so easy to make and cook entirely in the slow cooker! Simple, tasty, and fool-proof.
Crock Pot Pizza
Change up camping pizza night and try making it in your slow cooker! This recipe is super easy and the crust comes out golden and crispy.
Crock Pot Meatball Sandwiches
Crock Pot Meatball Sandwiches are an easy camping dinner recipe that feeds even the heariest eaters.
Crockpot Mexican Chicken
Dump and go Crockpot Mexican chicken features black beans, Rotel tomatoes, chicken, and loads of cheesy goodness all slowly cooked to melty perfection.
Crockpot Lasagna
Did you know you can make delicious lasagna in a slow cooker? This easy meatless lasagna only requires a few minutes of prep, and you don't even need to cook the noodles in advance!
Swedish Meatballs
3 Ingredient Swedish Meatballs are the easiest and tastiest appetizer. Dump everything in the slow cooker and let it do its job.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
This buffalo chicken dip made in your crockpot is so easy! It’s the best with a perfect balance of cream cheese, ranch, and buffalo sauce.
Crockpot Little Smokies
Savory and sweet crockpot Little Smokies are a deliciously easy appetizer or fun meal made with barbecue sauce, grape jelly, and lil smokies sausages.
Creamy Green Chicken Chili
Green Chili Chicken is a super easy dump dinner made in a slow cooker or Instant Pot. It’s creamy, flavorful and only takes 10 minutes to prep!
Slow Cooker Nacho Dip
Slow Cooker Nacho Dip recipe is luxuriously creamy and cheesy, loaded with perfectly browned ground beef, diced chiles, and hot salsa.
Easy Veggie Gumbo
With just a few simple pantry ingredients, this Veggie Gumbo is packed with flavor. Simply mix everything in your crockpot, add water, and let it simmer to perfection.
Sausage Cheese Dip
Velveeta Sausage Cheese Dip could not be easier to make! With just four ingredients, this delicious dip takes just a few hours to simmer in a slow cooker.
Candied Kielbasa
Four-ingredient Slow Cooker Candied Kielbasa sausage is the perfect easy appetizer for a crowd. It’s sweet, budget-friendly, and just plain delicious.
Crockpot Chicken Shawarma
This easy Chicken Shawarma is full of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors. It’s delicious served on pita bread, atop a salad, or alongside rice and grilled veggies.
Creamy Corn Dip
With just a few simple ingredients, slow cooker Creamy Corn Dip is super delicious and easy recipe that you can even make a day or two in advance and reheat in your crockpot before serving.
Crockpot Camping Food Ideas
Since camping is supposed to be about slowing down, making memories, and enjoying the little things, it’s so helpful not to stress over what to cook next.
With these crockpot camping meals, you can spend less time over the fire (unless you want s’mores, obviously 😉) and more time relaxing with your family.
Just toss the ingredients in, and let your dinner cook while you enjoy the outdoors.
Once you try crockpot meals on your camping trip, you may never go back!
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