If you can never seem to find the time to prepare a full meal for your weeknight dinners, the slow cooker may be the answer to all of your mealtime woes. Here are a few easy slow-cooker meals perfect for your next busy weeknight.

Spicy Turkey Lasagna [bhg.com]
Lasagna in the slow-cooker? Yep, it’s possible! This recipe takes just 20 minutes to prep the meat, noodles, and veggies, and since it takes just under four hours to cook, it’s a quicker alternative to the usual day-long slow-cooker meals.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings [allrecipes.com]
If you’re craving something hearty and comforting, these slow-cooker chicken and dumplings taste just as good as the kind your grandma used to make—but likely with half the effort. Use canned soup and packaged biscuit dough to save even more time.

Vegetarian Pinto Bean Sloppy Joes [eatingwell.com]
While many slow-cooker recipes contain meat, this veggie-filled version of the classic sloppy Joe is perfect for vegetarians. Instead of the usual ground beef, you’ll use pinto beans, zucchini, and corn in a sauce that’s equal parts tangy, smoky and perfect for a chilly autumn evening.

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So you’re not exactly a whiz in the kitchen? Not to worry! You can still create healthy, delicious dinners in no time flat by following these simple recipes.

Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Chili With Sweet Potatoes [realsimple.com]
Whether you’re a vegetarian or not, everyone will love this simple and spicy chili containing one of the season’s most popular ingredients: sweet potatoes. Simply combine all of the essential ingredients and let them simmer for seven to eight hours in the slow cooker. By the time you get home from work, you’ll have a hot, tasty dinner waiting for you.

Potsie's Creamed Chicken and Biscuits Casserole [food.com]
There’s nothing more comforting than a plate of good old-fashioned Southern chicken and biscuits, and this casserole version is an easy way to make the homemade favorite. Simply combine refrigerated biscuits with chicken breasts, canned soup, and some common kitchen essentials to create a warm dinner that the whole family will love.

Skillet Chicken and Spring Vegetables [countryliving.com]
If you’re looking for a lighter, more nutritious dinner option, this one-skillet dish is the perfect choice. While the veggies are in season in the springtime, you can make this dish all year round.

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