Labor Day crock pot recipes are one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd without spending the whole holiday in the kitchen. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or bringing a dish to a potluck, these slow cooker favorites help keep everyone well-fed while you enjoy the long weekend too.
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Must-make crockpot Labor Day recipes.
Whether you're planning a casual cookout or a full family gathering, these crockpot labor day recipes make holiday cooking feel a whole lot easier.
- Spend more time with your guests. Let the slow cooker handle the cooking while you relax, visit, and enjoy the holiday instead of standing in the kitchen.
- Feed a crowd with ease. From appetizers and hearty mains to classic sides and desserts, there's something here for everyone at the table.
- Keep the oven and grill free. Using your crock pot means less kitchen traffic and more room for burgers, hot dogs, or whatever else is on the menu.
Labor Day crockpot appetizers.
Kick off your celebration with warm, shareable appetizers that everyone will be reaching for before dinner.
Slow Cooker Grape Jelly Meatballs with Chili Sauce
3-ingredient SUPER simple appetizer (or dinner) cooked right in your slow cooker.
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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
Tender slow cooker honey garlic chicken wings are coated in a sweet and savory honey soy garlic sauce with just a handful of pantry ingredients. These easy, Asian inspired wings are perfect as an appetizer, game day snack, or served over rice for a simple family dinner.
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Slow Cooker Reuben Dip
Creamy, cheesy Crockpot Reuben Dip with corned beef, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island-everything you love about a classic Reuben in warm, scoopable form.
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Homemade Crockpot Chex Mix (Parmesan Ranch)
Savory, buttery, and full of crunch! This easy slow cooker Chex mix has ranch, Parmesan, and peanuts for the perfect salty party bite.
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Crockpot Bacon Wrapped Little Smokies
Sweet, smoky, and irresistibly sticky - these brown sugar and BBQ sauce crockpot bacon-wrapped smokies are the easiest crowd-pleaser you'll ever make!
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Crock Pot Pizza Dip
This hot and cheesy, ooey gooey crockpot pizza dip recipe is so delicious and easy to make. Warning...this party snack is always the first to get gobbled up!
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders (in Crockpot)
Tender shredded buffalo chicken made hands-off in the slow cooker, piled on soft slider rolls with melty cheese. Easy, crowd-pleasing, and heat-adjustable.
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Crockpot French Onion Meatballs
These crockpot French onion meatballs are pure comfort food with a cheesy twist! Serve them as a hearty appetizer or pile them onto toasted French bread, smothered with sauce and melty Swiss cheese, for a cozy, bistro-style dinner at home.
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Main dish ideas for Labor Day.
Looking for satisfying main dish recipes for Labor Day? These slow cooker dishes are hearty enough to feed family and friends while keeping meal prep simple.
Crockpot Taco Pasta Bake
This crockpot taco pasta bake combines seasoned ground beef, penne pasta, salsa, Alfredo sauce, and plenty of melted cheese for an easy family dinner. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with taco flavor, it's the kind of slow cooker meal everyone looks forward to.
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Crock Pot Recipe for Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork
Tender, juicy Dr. Pepper pulled pork is slow cooked with BBQ sauce and pork rub for an easy family dinner that's perfect for sandwiches, parties, and meal prep.
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Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta
This Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta is creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold buffalo flavor. Made with tender chicken, penne pasta, alfredo sauce, ranch seasoning, and two kinds of cheese, it's an easy slow cooker dinner the whole family will love.
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Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken with Pineapple
Sweet, savory, and made with just 5 ingredients, this Crock Pot Chicken Teriyaki is an easy family dinner. Tender chicken, pineapple, peppers, and teriyaki sauce slow cook into a flavorful meal that's perfect served over rice.
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Slow Cooker Dr Pepper Ribs
These 4-ingredient slow cooker Dr Pepper ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, finished with your favorite BBQ sauce, and caramelized on the grill or under the broiler.
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Beer Brats in a Crockpot
Juicy bratwurst slow-cooked in beer and sweet onions, then finished on the grill for that perfect snap. This easy crockpot method is ideal for cookouts, game day, or feeding a crowd.
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Crockpot Taco Meat
This crockpot taco meat is an easy, family-friendly dinner made with lean ground beef and a taco seasoning packet. With just 5 simple ingredients and no browning required, it's flavorful, juicy, and perfect for busy nights.
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Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes
Smoky sausage, tender baby potatoes, melted cheese, and simple seasonings come together in the slow cooker for an easy, cozy dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Slow cooker sides for Labor Day.
No holiday meal is complete without a few delicious sides. These crock pot favorites pair perfectly with grilled meats and picnic classics.
Crock Pot Baked Beans with Bacon and Cheese
This Crock Pot Baked Beans with Bacon recipe takes a classic cookout favorite and gives it a cheesy twist. Loaded with smoky bacon, four kinds of beans, tangy barbecue sauce, and pockets of melted cheddar cheese, these slow cooker baked beans are an easy side dish that's perfect for BBQs, potlucks, holidays, and family dinners. Save this one for your next gathering!
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Crock Pot Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese
A totally upgraded mac and cheese with smoked gouda and cheddar. It's smoky, creamy, and delicious AND it's super easy to make in your slow cooker!
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Green Bean Casserole Crockpot Recipe
A delicious and easy crockpot green bean casserole - with 7 ingredients and no oven required. Using a slow cooker is a no hassle way to make this classic vegetable side dish all year long!
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Cheesy Ranch Crockpot Potatoes
Creamy, cheesy 5-ingredient ranch crockpot potatoes made right in the crockpot using simple ingredients and almost no prep. This easy slow cooker side dish is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, and family dinners when you want comfort food without the extra work.
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Orange and Maple Glazed Crockpot Carrots
Deliciously simple crockpot carrots with a wonderful spiced orange and maple syrup glaze. The perfect side dish for any meal - even the holidays!
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Slow Cooker Bourbon Peach Baked Beans
Sweet, smoky, and loaded with bold BBQ flavor, these slow cooker bourbon peach baked beans are an easy crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and summer dinners.
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Labor Day crockpot desserts.
Finish the holiday on a sweet note with easy slow cooker desserts that practically make themselves.
Slow Cooker Chocolate Lava Cake
The most delicious and decadent chocolate cake made right in your crock pot! Who doesn't love oozing chocolate and moist cake topped with melting vanilla ice cream?
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Easy Crock Pot Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix
This easy crock pot peach cobbler is made with just 3 ingredients - canned peaches, spice cake mix, and butter - for a warm, comforting dessert that's perfect served with vanilla ice cream.
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Slow Cooker Apple Dump Cake Recipe
With only 5 simple ingredients and a few short minutes - you'll have this delicious apple crisp recipe ready for slow cooking. An easy crock pot dessert you'll make time and time again!
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Pineapple Upside Down Cake Crockpot Recipe
This classic pineapple upside down cake is made extra moist by cooking in a slow cooker. You'll love the combination of pineapple, cherries, and pound cake mix!
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Crockpot Lemon Dump Cake
This Slow Cooker Lemon Pudding Dump Cake is sweet, tangy, and wonderfully gooey with barely any effort. Made with boxed cake mix, lemon pie filling, and instant pudding, it bakes into a warm, custard-like lemon dessert that's perfect for spring, summer, or anytime you're craving something bright and easy.
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Labor Day is all about good food and spending time with the people you love. I hope these labor day crock pot recipes help make your holiday a little easier and a lot more delicious.
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