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5 Dinner Recipes When You’re Too Tired to Cook (Supper Made Simple 16)

ByJulie Pollitt Published:August 23, 2025August 28, 2025 Updated:August 28, 2025

These are my go-to slow cooker recipes—tested, trusted, and guaranteed to deliver. On your busiest days, when time is tight but you still want something hearty and comforting on the table at the end of the day, these meals come through. Every single time.

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Slow Cooker Potato Soup

Easy slow cooker potato soup is the perfect meal for a large family. The potato soup makes enough for 10 servings and is budget-friendly.

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Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew With Onion Soup Mix

Easy slow cooker beef stew with onion soup mix is a great recipe for cold days when you want to feed your family a hearty dish.

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The Best Crock Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe

This Crock Pot beef stroganoff recipe is the perfect comfort food. Tender beef and creamy sauce make for a delicious and easy meal.

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Crock Pot Cube Steak and Gravy

Discover the secret to melt-in-your-mouth cube steak with this easy Crock Pot recipe! Perfect for busy days, this dish requires minimal prep and offers maximum flavor. Just set it and forget it! Try it tonight for a comforting, home-cooked meal.

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Grandma’s Homemade Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Grandma’s homemade slow cooker chicken noodle soup is the ultimate comfort food. The hot soup recipe is easy to make and has a great homemade taste.

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Make-Ahead Tips

Chop the veggies a few days in advance, keep them refrigerated, and add them to the Crock Pot when you’re ready to cook. Or, buy pre-chopped veggies to save on prep time.

For the chicken noodle soup, use rotisserie chicken, and it will shorten the cooking time to three hours.

Storage And Reheating Instructions

Keep any leftovers in an airtight container and keep them refrigerated. To reheat any of the meals, add them to a microwave-safe bowl and heat for two to three minutes or until the food is hot.

Cheesy Slow Cooker Potato Soup – This soup reheats well—just stir in a bit of broth or milk when reheating if it is too thick.

Julie Pollitt

Hi there! I'm Julie Pollitt from 'Back To My Southern Roots.' My love for cooking started way back on my grandparents' farm in Tennessee. Those sunny days, the smell of biscuits in the oven, and all the family fun really sparked my passion for cooking. On my blog, I share more than just recipes – they're like stories from my life, full of Southern warmth and homey goodness. The best part? Whether you're just starting out or you're a kitchen pro, you'll find my recipes super easy to whip up. So, come on, pull up a chair, and let's make some delicious memories!