35 Cozy Crockpot Christmas Dinner Ideas for Simple Holiday Meals
Easy Christmas crockpot recipes for dinner! These simple Christmas dinner ideas make holiday cooking fast and stress-free, so you can enjoy the day.

Christmas dinner doesn’t have to be a juggling act in the kitchen.
This year, let your Crockpot do the hard work while you relax and enjoy the holiday magic.
I put together a list of super easy Crockpot Christmas dinner ideas that are warm, comforting, and full of flavor.
From tender roasts and festive comfort food favorites to non-traditional holiday dinners …
… these slow cooker recipes will make your holiday meal feel effortless and delicious.
Basically, they’re perfect for feeding your family with less stress and more joy.
Let’s check ‘em out!
(🎄 Want more delicious holiday food ideas? You’ll love these festive crock-pot Christmas breakfast recipes, crowd-pleasing holiday charcuterie boards, quick and easy Christmas appetizers, and irresistible holiday cheesecakes!)
Slow Cooker Christmas Dinner Ideas
Holiday Beef Brisket
Slow Cooker Holiday Beef Brisket is a delicious Christmas main dish! It’s infused with the savory flavors of onion soup mix and the tangy sweetness of cranberry sauce.
Boneless Turkey Breast with Gravy
If trying to simplify your holiday dinner, or just want to enjoy a traditional turkey meal without all the fuss, this Crockpot Turkey Breast takes all the stress out of baking the holiday turkey.
Swedish Meatballs
Saucy, hearty, and comforting, these slow cooker Swedish meatballs have rich and creamy sauce and yummy egg noodles for a hands-off holiday dinner everyone will love.
Cranberry Orange Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin, slow cooked in a cranberry and orange sauce with golden raisins is such a fun non-traditional holiday dinner idea. The wonderful chutney-like sauce is the perfect accompaniment to slices of this tender, delicious cut of pork.
Tuscan Chicken Tortellini
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Tortellini is a hearty, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Sundried tomatoes, spinach, and cheese tortellini in a savory, creamy sauce - it doesn’t get much better!
Brown Sugar Ham with Pineapple
Crockpot Brown Sugar Ham with Pineapple is an incredibly easy vintage glazed holiday ham made right in the slow cooker with a sweet brown sugar honey glaze.
Mexican Chicken
If you're looking for something different and super delicious, Crockpot Mexican Chicken is it! It features black beans, Rotel tomatoes, chicken, and loads of cheesy goodness all slowly cooked to melty perfection.
Lamb in Red Wine Sauce
Tender and succulent Lamb in Red Wine Sauce might be the most elegant holiday dinner you can make in your slow cooker. Easy, convenient and so delicious.
Pork Roast with Apple Cider Gravy
Five ingredients and a few minutes of prep time earlier in the day is all it takes to put this Slow Cooker Pork Roast with Apple Cider Gravy on the table. Pork and apples are always a winning combo!
Creamy Chicken Marsala
This creamy crock pot Chicken Marsala features seasoned floured chicken breasts are seared and then cooked low and slow until tender and juicy, and finished off with heavy cream.
Slow Cooker Holiday Casserole
Holiday Casserole has all the flavors of a delicious Christmas feast conveniently made in your slow cooker. Make the entire meal right in your crockpot with fresh ingredients while you’re busy doing other fun things.
Cranberry Pork Loin
Super tender Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Loin has just 3 ingredients, making it budget friendly and oh-so easy. It’s a wonderful comfort food meal that makes an easy main dish for any holiday dinner.
Beer French Dip Sandwiches
Easy crockpot Beer French Dip Sandwiches feature caramelized onions and a hearty au jus dipping sauce made with your favorite beer. Serve them on toasted baguettes for a truly mouth-watering meal.
French Onion Pulled Pork & Gravy
Super easy to toss together and taking only about 6 hours from start to finish and just minutes to prepare, French Onion Pulled Pork with Gravy tastes amazing with mashed potatoes and any of your favorite holiday sides.
Chicken and Stuffing
Juicy, tender chicken harmonizes flawlessly with aromatic stuffing, resulting in a slow-cooked inexpensive holiday meal that will leave everyone craving seconds!
Pepper Steak
Crockpot Pepper Steak is a dump and go hands-off meal that is super flavorful, simple, and comforting. If your family likes to eat Chinese food on Christmas, you can make it right at home!
Chicken Cacciatore
Chock full of hearty tomato flavor, veggies, and chicken, Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore is a healthy, easy, and inexpensive Christmas dinner.
Beef Stroganoff
Easy Crockpot Beef Stroganoff has tender beef strips, mushrooms, and egg noodles in a creamy, savory brown gravy all slow cooked to melt-in-your-mouth perfection.
Tortellini Chicken Soup
For a lighter (but very festive-looking) Christmas dinner, Tortellini Chicken Soup is creamy, tomato-y, and downright nourishing. It’s like your favorite pasta dish in soup form!
Meatloaf With Potatoes and Carrots
Crockpot Meatloaf is one of the simplest ways to cook a full dinner of meatloaf, potatoes and carrots! It's a set it and forget it slow cooker comfort food meal with minimal preparation and clean up.
Chicken Tacos
Crock-Pot Chicken Tacos creates incredibly tender, flavorful shredded chicken that makes a holiday taco bar super easy. It’s super versatile and works perfectly for a variety of Mexican entrees, so feel free to turn it into festive enchiladas.
Italian Crock Pot Pepper Steak
Italian-inspired Steak with Peppers and Onions has diced tomatoes and plenty of Italian seasoning for a delicious and hearty meal that tastes delicious served over egg noodles or rice.
Chicken Parmesan
Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan satisfies that comfort food craving with tender chicken, plenty of savory Italian herbs, and a smooth marinara sauce. It's perfect if you like to serve Italian food at your holiday meal.
Balsamic Beef
Crock Pot Balsamic Beef makes tender and juicy beef with almost no effort! It tastes amazing over mashed potatoes or on toasted sub buns.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas
Simple to make Chicken Enchiladas feature tender, lean chicken, smothered in a vibrant, flavorful sauce, wrapped in corn tortillas and covered with nourishing veggies.
Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
Enjoy all the classic tasty flavors of an ooey-gooey cheesesteak with much less preparation with these slow cooker Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches.
Chicken Pot Pie
Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie is loaded with tender chicken and veggies in creamy gravy. It's simple comfort food meal topped with biscuits instead of baked into a crust.
Beef and Guinness Stew
There’s nothing quite as special as a beef and Guinness stew on a cold day! Tender chunks of beef, onions, carrots and parsnips slowly cooked in a rich, aromatic Guinness gravy.
Maple Dijon Chicken
The perfect balance of sweet and savory, Maple Dijon Chicken is an ultra simple, hands-off dinner made with boneless, skinless chicken breasts and a few inexpensive kitchen staples.
Salisbury Steak
Tender beef patties simmered in rich brown gravy with mushrooms and onions makes this Crockpot Salisbury Steak perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice or pasta.
Lazy Ravioli "Lasagna"
Sometimes called “lazy lasagna”, this yummy dish has all the flavors of lasagna with only 10 minutes of prep time and 4 ingredients.
Chicken and Dumplings
Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings feature juicy chicken breasts cook to tender perfection in a rich creamy sauce. Refrigerated biscuits make the perfect shortcut dumplings to make this delicious comforting meal truly effortless.
Pork Chops With Gravy
Slow cooker pork chops are melt-in-your-mouth tender and smothered in a creamy mushroom and onion gravy. It's a childhood comfort food turned into an effortless make-ahead dish.
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is slow-cooked to perfection, with shredded chicken in a flavorful garlic parmesan sauce. It's convenient, versatile, and family-friendly with rich flavors and minimal effort.
Crockpot Beef Stew
Cozy Crockpot Beef Stew is loaded with tender beef, hearty root vegetables, and a rich, savory broth. Just set it and let the slow cooker do the work.
Ready to make Christmas dinner in your slow cooker?
I hope this list of fun crockpot holiday meals has given you tons of inspiration for simple Christmas dinner ideas.
From hearty, meaty entrees, to family-friendly pasta dishes, and ethnic recipes, there are so many unique options to choose from!
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