The sun seems to be setting earlier, the trees are losing their vibrant greens and showing signs of orange and yellow hues, and this is when you know that fall is approaching.
This is the time of the year when getting comfortable means jumpers to come out of hibernation, the firewood is topped up, and best of all you get to try out all the new fall crockpot recipes that are quick and simple to make but still tasty.
When the weather starts turning colder, all we want to do is jump under the blanket on the sofa with a hot, homemade meal, and now with this great collection of crockpot recipes for fall, you can do just that.
#1. Slow Cooker Harvest Chicken and Vegetables
Reading the title of this recipe is enough to make you want to give it a try, knowing it will have all the best components of a hearty meal.
Chicken and vegetables are a staple in most homes, and with the harvested crop ripe and ready for the picking, the taste will be that much better.
A simple, elegant slow cooker fall recipe to bring a touch of coziness into the home when winter’s chill is just around the corner.
Serve with some chunky homemade bread or a generous portion of rice and the kids will be digging in before you know it.
Apples seem to make their way into every season, bringing certain elements to the table that we can’t do without, and this cider recipe is no exception.
A slow cooker filled with sliced apples and cinnamon sticks, pomegranates and aniseed, and a whole host of other delicious spices and ingredients is there anything more we could ask for in a crockpot.
The fresh, subtle citrus smell wafts through the air and combined with cinnamon makes it too tasty to pass up. Serve with a few slices of the apple in the glass to chew on as you go (very moreish) and every sip tastes as good as the last.
Such a perfect drink to accommodate the turning of the weather.
I love soup throughout the year but particularly in fall when it is not too cold but not hot either to completely rule it out, and chicken noodle is always a firm favorite.
This is one crock pot fall recipe that delivers on all fronts from the flavor, to the simplicity of preparation, to the best part of being easy on the wallet.
Soft noodles fill hungry tummies after a full day of playing outside, and the chicken is a healthy option to bring in a great source of protein.
A quick and easy recipe that takes no time at all and is ready for when the hubby comes home after work.
It may seem as if the soup is the star of the show during this season and why not, the flavor options are endless, and when slow cooker recipes for fall dishes are this delicious, it is no wonder we have the crockpot out on a permanent basis.
Anything that says cozy is a winner in my book, and this filling dish is a great way to warm up as the temperatures begin to drop.
A creamy meal with vibrant pops of color from the mushrooms and carrots makes this a meal that tastes great and is aesthetically pleasing too.
Autumn food brings families closer together, even if it merely means cuddling on the couch (which we love anyway).
There are specific flavors that epitomize fall and pumpkin is certainly one of them.
Sure we love a home-cooked meal that warms and fills us up, but if we can find a crock pot fall recipe that looks like cake then you have found the golden ticket to the perfect ending.
Everything is all in one place left to work its magic and the next thing you know you have a ready dessert that has an aroma that will take over the house.
Serve with heavy cream, custard, or my children’s favorite (like most of us I would think) ice cream.
A great way to round up a tasty dinner this autumn.
When the leaves are falling from the trees and the garden is covered in an array of colors all you can do is mimic this and whip up a batch of hearty vegetable soup.
If you want a quick and simple fall crockpot recipe then this is it.
Filled with colors and goodness the beef slowly simmers away for hours till tender and falling apart all the while soaking up and absorbing the flavorful juices.
This goes excellently with soft brioche buns which my kids love to dip into the sauce as they go, but homemade cornbread with a thick layer of butter on it has been a big hit at our dining table too.
When the wind starts blowing just as you leave the office the last thing you want to do is go home and slave in the kitchen for hours to make dinner.
What you need is an easy slow cooker fall recipe that will take the pressure off of rushing home to make supper, but doesn’t take all your time in the morning to prep. And this does all those things.
A perfect meal where you put all the ingredients into the crockpot, turn it on as you head to work, and come home to a ready-to-serve meal.
Packed with flavor and hearty ingredients you can be sure the kids will be lining up for a second helping, and making double the serving yield is just as easy so be sure to try it out.
No fall crockpot recipe collection can be complete unless you have a great version of a beef stew in there somewhere.
I love stew of any flavor, but growing up with a beef version my granny used to swear by has made me a little biased, and when it is this easy to put together why would you want anything else?
And what we love about this recipe, my husband and I (he who now prepares this meal from time to time because it is so easy) are that it freezes and reheats so well and tastes just as if you had made it that day.
Fork- tender potatoes smothered in beefy juices and strong herb and spice flavors, it fills the gap on those chillier fall evenings.
Sitting in front of the fireplace with a generous serving of this is all you need to wash away any onset of winter blues.
Crockpot recipes for fall dishes that call for cinnamon and take no more than 10 minutes to put together are my cup of tea.
These are great served straight from the slow cooker and have a lightness to them that is surprising to most, and that’s from the mountain dew (any lemonade or sprite version will work just as well) which brings all its carbonated goodness to the table.
Heavy cream served with this in a bowl helps to balance the richness and sweetness, but we all love a bit of added sweetness when we get the chance, don’t we?
Slow cooker recipes for fall meals have never tasted this good, everything about this meal makes my husband’s mouth water and when you make it you will see why.
The flavor profiles are perfectly balanced, the sweet and sour tastes complement each other beautifully, and the leftovers taste gorgeous stuffed into a fresh brioche bun filled with coleslaw the next day.
A winner of a meal in our home and although the cranberries are great for fall and add a zest to the pork, we like to have this meal year-round.
A protein that is rich but not overpowering and falls apart the moment you dish due to simmering for several hours in all its succulent juices.
We all love a good chili but too often because of the beans, and for those who are trying to stick to a low carb meal plan, it can be disheartening thinking you have to miss out. But no more.
This bean-free dish gives you all the comfort of your grandma’s famous chili but you don’t have to worry about running an extra hour at the gym the next day for fear that the carbs may have gone straight to your hips (personal fear).
You can also add in fresh chilies as you go, just before serving, or add in a sprinkle of dried chili flakes to give it that extra kick and to raise your temperature. We all know spicy food is great for metabolism.
A quick and simple crockpot recipe for fall and dinner is done and dusted by the time you come home after work that evening.
The health benefits of cabbage are continually being discovered and not only that, the vegetable we often overlook for more common or colorful options is so versatile and this recipe proves that.
Fall crock pot recipes often call for heavy, comfort foods but you can get the same feeling from light and yet still extremely filling meals like this one.
Beef and tomato left to cook for hours and bulked up by chunky chopped cabbage make this a slow-cooking recipe for fall that will be a hit at the dinner table.
This is an effortless dish that offers more than it lets on until you begin to eat, and that’s what we love about it. Plus the kids always clean their bowls all the while getting the vegetables they need but refuse to eat when they can see them (now they are sneakily covered in a thick tomatoey sauce filled with flavor).
You wouldn’t usually think it but this dish has more ingredients than it does juice, and that is because it is crammed with smoky, hearty sausages and beans which soak up all the liquid making the overall dish that much better.
Because it can be quite a heavy meal, we like to eat it with a fresh green salad (the children prefer simple cucumber sticks) and is great for that time between the final days of summer and the first few mornings of winter.
Not cold, not hot, but something in the middle and this dish is the same.
Not overly meaty, not a soup filled to the top with liquid, but enough of everything combined for a brilliant dish to ring in the fall season.
A lot of dishes will have apples in them in some form or the other and this is probably because just as the leaves are falling off the trees leaving them bare for the upcoming winter, so too do they need to make way for the new generation of Appling’s that will be ready come spring.
Gathering apples from the garden is a joy for the kids as they race to see who can fill their baskets the quickest and crockpot recipes for fall dishes taste all the better when cinnamon is involved (well, that’s what we think in our house).
The gorgeous layers of apple and cinnamon rolls make for a great marriage and then after several hours of slow cooking you drizzle over the sticky sweetness that is the icing just before serving, you can be sure the house will be quiet as everyone savors the dessert that is everything we look for in a fall meal.
Slow cooker recipes for fall meals don’t need to be a mission to make, we want simple and quick and this dish is a great accompaniment to any meal served for supper.
Hubby may have wanted to give the BBQ one last go before being packed away for the winter, so he decided to throw on the last packet of chicken pieces and stand in the chilly breeze outside adamant not to give.
Thankfully, you had an inkling he might do this so with this ready-made potato meal to serve alongside them it makes for the perfect start-to-fall dinner, and is a win for all parties.
Plus, who can resist a creamy potato serving that has garlic and herbs mixed in when it is chilly outside? The kids can eat them without anything else, and we only live once, so why not let them once in a while.
A jar that has an ingredient that serves multiple purposes is a jar I want in my fridge and pantry, and this healthy pumpkin butter recipe for fall has gone to the top of my list of must-haves for this autumn season.
I used to be the only family member that would eat chicken nuggets with raspberry jam as everyone thought you can never combine sweet with savory for dinner until they tried this butter.
This morning I put it on some toast and asked the kids to give it just one chance with a bite and if they didn’t like it I wouldn’t ask again, and I didn’t. Now they ask me if I have made any if they can’t see it in the fridge and once your family tries it you will have the same.
A whole crock pot filled with this smooth, velvety butter puree is so simple and quick to make, fill a handful of jars (steam to seal tight if you have made quite a few to keep fresh for up to 2 weeks), and enjoy at your leisure.
Your kids will be eating pumpkin and be none the wiser, and it makes for a great gift if you pop a few jars into a cute basket with some artisan bread for the neighbors. What a perfect way for the community to enjoy the beginning of fall.
As you layer all the ingredients into the crockpot and finally top with the stuffing mix you may wonder how it will all come together and taste good at the same time.
Well, thankfully, it does, and this tried and tested fall crock pot recipe will be a hit with the family (and the mother-in-law so be sure to invite her over to impress).
This healthier option is great because you are using lean meat protein and a generous amount of vegetables, and as this is a one-pot wonder dish you don’t have to worry about all the grease or fat from traditional frying and roasting.
My husband loves making this dish because it requires minimal effort on his part, and the kids clean their bowls at the dining table which only adds to the chuffed look he likes to walk around with for the rest of the evening.
And I let him because it means one less meal I have to prepare (ha, jokes on him).
But I will say, juicy meatballs cooking slowly all day next to carrots and vegetables enveloped in a thick sauce, and then served on top of al dente pasta, supper could not get any better.
Fall has its downsides with no more green trees or gardens for the next few months, but the positives of heart-warming, cozy meals far outweigh any of those factors.
Thick and rich all at once, autumn is definitely the season of cozying up and feeling good in front of the fireplace.
Barley in my book is a great, low-fat option to bulk up any soup.
And when combined with organic vegetables and a good cut of meat, left to cook for hours on low in the crockpot, you are left with a hearty meal to soothe the soul.
This quick and simple meal is a must-have for the fall and the hardest part is washing the vegetables and cutting the meat into chunks, there is essentially no work needed.
The meal that cooks itself but tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.
We all love to have a takeaway Indian when we can get the chance, but too often can get expensive, so finding an alternative that tasted just as good was a priority on my list.
And thankfully, I found one, and it can be done in the slow cooker so no constant stirring or checking if it is burning, what a pleasure.
Crock pot recipes for fall that replicate weekend takeaways are a big hit in our house, and the tenderness of the chicken after several hours of slow cooking cannot be beaten.
Try this fall recipe that is quick and simple to make this season and winter can bring on the chill. We like to eat it with crispy naan bread (store-bought I confess) and some fresh salsa infused with coriander on the side for a lighter touch.
A generous squeeze of lemon and you are good to go.
Stew in my mind is like ringing a bell for the fall season to begin.
Homes are filled with rich smells and spices, the air has a chill to it which means the fireplaces will be lit.
And a homemade, thick sauced meal such as this is all that coziness wrapped up in one dish.
Fall crockpot recipes that are quick and simple to make are a must in your recipe collection when kids’ schedules and work routines start to get crowded and you find yourself running from place to place.
As you chop everything up you simply throw the ingredients into the slow cooker one on top of the other as you go, place the lid on top, and leave on low till you come home. Job done.
A meal to take the pressure of life off, if even only for a moment.
If you have ever had those weeks that seem to fly by because you are constantly busy, and then comes the weekend which ends just as quickly because all you have been doing is running the kids around from activity to activity, then this is the slow cooker fall recipe for you.
You can never go wrong with a good old Bolognese, but timing is of the essence, so if you have a crockpot you can breathe a sigh of relief.
Everything in this one-pot sensation tastes equally fantastic as if you had left your eyes on the side of the pot the whole day staring at it, but rather left it to work its magic.
And it does not disappoint when it comes time to serve supper.
Paired with garlic bread, and a side bowl of grated cheese (the kids will want this to sprinkle on top irrespective of whether there is already cheese inside), dinner could not be any simpler.
Chili in itself is comfort food, but when it is packed with autumn ingredients freshly grown and picked, it tastes just that little bit extra special.
And slow cooker fall recipes filled with beans, pumpkin ( a must-have ingredient for fall of course), and meaty juices and goodness keep the tummies of the little ones full throughout the night and they don’t wake up starving as if they haven’t eaten in two days.
You could substitute other squashes and varieties according to what you have on hand or those which are available at the greengrocer which makes this dish so highly versatile.
A simple dish to put together in just a few minutes and with minimal effort, but is heart-warming and tasty for the ultimate fall evening supper.
As you may have noticed there is a recipe for everything, and we all need a good, homemade apple sauce to accompany our many meals this fall season.
Quick and simple to make in the crockpot and once it is done (and after a few dips of the teaspoon to taste test, of course) you can portion it into readily sterilized jars to keep in the fridge, as a gift to friends, and family, or enjoy all for yourself.
And why not.
It goes perfectly with pork belly and some crackling, or alongside a tender lamb shank, the options are endless and all about preferences.
If I think about fall and what it means to me food-wise I always lean towards wholesome, filling, and quick dishes that are easy to prepare.
Because the last thing I want to be doing on an evening after a long day’s work, coming home in less-than-pleasant weather which has turned chilly signaling fall is here, is to still have to slave in the kitchen making dinner.
A recipe for fall that is a one-pot crock sensation is my cup of tea and everyone loves a traditional chicken and mashed potato dish, you just can go wrong.
Serve with thick gravy or some raspberry jam in a ramekin for those of us who love a twist of sweetness with our protein.
Who doesn’t love a 5-step fall recipe in the crock pot which leaves you with the luxury to carry on with your day while it cooks away gently throughout the morning and afternoon till the family comes home from work and school?
A good searing of the pork in the pan is the hardest part of this dish and I like to really get it brown to lock in that flavor and offer a subtle burnt caramel essence to the overall meal.
Then place it in the crockpot with some water and the vegetables piled on top and leave it be.
After a few hours of burning calories, while cleaning the house, you can be sure that when you lift the lid the meal will not only be ready to serve, but the pork sacrificing itself for you as it falls apart at the slightest touch.
A simple, but elegant slow cooker fall recipe you have to try.
When finding a fall crock pot recipe we don’t often think of meatloaf, and I have no idea why.
A massive meatball (essentially) covered and basted in sweet and sticky honey BBQ glaze and left to cook slowly for a few hours.
What is there not to love?
When sliced onto the plate and served with roasted potatoes and vegetables, mashed potato is just as good, this humble dish holds its own against the greats. And has a taste profile that speaks more than what it lets on.
A great surprise dish to serve to the kids when it is starting to get cold outside and they want something that resembles a burger but nobody wants to go outside, they will soon be wanting to stay in more often.
When you wake up in the mornings as the autumn season descends all we want to do is to dive back under the covers, and I can relate, but alas life has other plans (and so does the family).
I found this one day in my miracle of 5 minutes of peace and quiet and decided to give it a try, mornings have never been the same again.
Even the kids enjoy a hot bowl of these cinnamon oats before heading off to school. I like to chop up some extra fresh apples for them to sprinkle on top and have a bottle of syrup handy as it is not as sweet as many of us would like. But each to their own as my granny used to like to say.
The best way to start the day is with a fall crock pot recipe that fills tummies ready for the day ahead.
The perfect ending to dinner is this fall recipe for apple crumble and made all in the crockpot, yes, please.
It is perfect for those almost wintery evenings when the hubby’s mates are around to watch the footy, late lunch was a huge success as everyone helped themselves to two servings, but this is certainly the icing on the cake.
Or should we say crumble?
This recipe is light yet filling, is sweet but has a tang to it too, all the components of a great dessert, and is effortless. Win-win.
Winter is my favorite season of all during the year, but a close second is the fall, and even more so now that I am enjoying experimenting with new fall crock pot recipes that are quick and simple to make, and taste just as good.
If this sounds like something that you would be keen on trying then head to our blog for the full recipe collection and others too, there is something for everyone and for all occasions, and they are all made simply and effortlessly.
Just the dishes we need when life becomes too busy.
Born and raised in South Africa and being immersed in the rich culture, Candace soon found a passion for all things food related. Exploring and experiencing new flavors and taste profiles she pursued her career as a qualified chef in silver service specialized in fine dining.
