The Best 16 Dump Dinners for Hot, Lazy Summer Evenings

Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos

Succulent shredded chicken has never been easier to make. With just three ingredients and a slow cooker, you’ll have juicy chicken that can be used as taco filling, sandwich stuffer, or salad topper.

One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta

“This pasta dish didn’t disappoint at all,” shares reviewer Casablancaise. “Simple, easy, and satisfying! I followed closely but used turkey ham. “The recipe amount was enough for 8 hearty servings.”

Mississippi Roast (Slow Cooker Pepperoncini Pot Roast)

Make sandwiches with this tender, five-ingredient Mississippi chuck roast, a comforting meal fit for enjoying year-round. Cook on low for eight hours before digging into the bold and buttery beef that gets its spicy-tangy flavor from pepperoncinis.

One-Skillet Mexican Quinoa

Fire-roasted tomatoes join yellow corn, black beans, and quinoa in this wholesome recipe. The grain is simmered in chicken broth until tender, then topped with avocado and lime juice for a vibrant finish.

Provencal ratatouille

Put your summer produce to good use with this classic French stew. Eggplant, garlic, and zucchini take center stage, creating a savory experience you’ll want again and again.

Greek Flank Steak and Veggie Salad

This sheet-pan meal yields restaurant-quality flavors. “Tomatoes, onions, and cucumbers (yes, cucumbers!) roast along with the Greek flank steak, creating a crunchy, juicy salad that just begs to be topped with feta,” says recipe creator Molly G.

Pulled Chicken Sloppy Joes (Sloppy Chickens)

Chef John’s one-pot chicken recipe gets its irresistibly delicious flavors from cayenne, ketchup, and diced jalapeño peppers. This take on the traditional sloppy Joe is rich, spicy, and totally satisfying.

Best Salmon Bake

Enjoy baked salmon topped with bright tomatoes and chopped green onions. Simply place the ingredients in a shallow baking dish, cook for 20 minutes, then dig into a perfectly flaky filet. Add a heartier vegetable, like potatoes, to the mix for a more substantial meal.

Chicken we’ll pick up

Looking for a cozy dish that even the laziest cook can master? Chicken tinola is a Filipino stew that features chicken, leafy greens, and a flavorful broth (all conveniently simmered in one pot). Fragrant ginger, minced garlic, and chayote quash make this soothing chicken dish one-of-a-kind.

Turkey Spaghetti Zoodles

“This will be your go-to weeknight dinner,” says creator Megan O. “It’s super simple one-pot dinner that’s low calorie, low carb, paleo, gluten-free and takes just 10 minutes to make. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator up to 3 days.”

Ultimate All in One Chicken Dinner

Slow-simmered vegetables, chicken breasts, and zesty spices make a worthy meal any time of year. You’ll love the trio of tender green beans, potatoes, and peppers.

Classic Slow Cooker Corn Chowder

Chopped green chiles, creamed corn, and cubed ham come together in this delectable chowder recipe. Let your slow cooker do the heavy lifting and enjoy a spicy, silky dinner that’s even better topped with crumbled bacon.

Pork Roast with Herb Rub

“This is fantastic!” raves home cook WendyMWT. The only change I made was that I was out of thyme, so I upped the oregano and slow-cooked it on the lowest setting all night and day! So tender and flavorful.”

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Minestrone

You don’t want to miss out on this family-friendly soup that’s loaded with kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, carrots, and green beans. Fresh parsley and grated Parmesan rounds out the flavor.

Sweet and Spicy Jerk Shrimp

The tantalizing flavors of the Caribbean are on full display in this sheet-pan dinner. Pineapple, bell peppers, and shrimp are seasoned with an irresistible spice blend. Serve with brown rice and lime.

One Pan Dumpling Dinner

“This one pan dumpling dinner, with frozen dumplings baked atop saucy coconut milk and curry bok choy, takes just a few minutes to put together, and bakes in less than a half hour,” says Allrecipes producer Nicole McLaughlin.

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