If you’re like me, Christmas can get a little chaotic, and the last thing you want is to stress over side dishes. That’s why I love using my slow cooker for holiday sides. From cheesy scalloped potatoes to cranberry stuffing, these recipes are easy and save so much time. Let’s keep it simple this year!

1. Slow Cooker Dauphinoise Potatoes

Dauphinoise potatoes are one of those sides that make you feel like a gourmet chef, but they’re surprisingly easy with a slow cooker.

Creamy, garlicky layers of potatoes meld together while they slowly cook. If you’re feeling fancy, pop them under the broiler for a golden, crispy top. It’s an instant classic!

2. Slow Cooker Greens with Smoked Turkey

These slow-cooked greens with smoked turkey are a hearty, flavorful side that feels like comfort in a bowl.

The smoky turkey pairs perfectly with tender greens, all simmered in a flavorful broth with a touch of heat.

It’s a no-fuss dish that delivers big on flavor and will warm you right up.

3. Slow Cooker Orange Glazed Carrots

Add a sweet twist to your holiday table with these orange glazed carrots. The slow cooker makes them tender, while the fresh orange juice, coconut oil, and warm spices create a delicious glaze.

They’re easy, vibrant, and bring a touch of citrusy brightness to your Christmas spread.

4. To Die For Crockpot Mac & Cheese

This mac and cheese is a creamy, cheesy masterpiece that’s perfect for any holiday spread.

With three types of cheese, including American, cheddar, and Parmesan, it’s rich and flavorful.

The slow cooker ensures perfectly tender pasta, while the extra cheesy bits make this dish irresistible!

5. Cheesy Slow Cooker Scalloped Potato Bake

Layers of tender potatoes and onions, smothered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce, make this slow cooker scalloped potato bake a must-try.

Topped with a mix of cheddar and Parmesan, it’s the perfect comforting side for a holiday feast. Let the slow cooker do the work, and enjoy!

6. Slow Cooker Roasted Fall Vegetables

These roasted fall vegetables are a simple, colorful side that’s full of flavor. With baby potatoes, carrots, Brussels sprouts, and green beans, it’s a hearty and healthy addition to your Christmas dinner.

Toss in olive oil and seasoning, and let the slow cooker bring it all together!

7. Slow Cooker Rosemary Bread

This slow cooker rosemary bread is the perfect Christmas side for your holiday table.

With fresh rosemary and olives baked into a soft, fragrant loaf, it’s easy to make and absolutely delicious.

Let your slow cooker do the work for this must-have Christmas bread!

8. Slow Cooker Sausage Stuffing

This sausage stuffing is a classic Christmas side dish that’s full of flavor. With savory sausage, herbs, and perfectly toasted bread, it’s cooked to perfection in the slow cooker.

Serve it alongside your favorite Christmas main dishes for a crowd-pleasing holiday meal.

9. Slow Cooker 2 Ingredient Pumpkin Scones

These pumpkin scones are the easiest Christmas side you’ll make this season! With just two ingredients and your slow cooker, they’re soft, tender, and full of pumpkin flavor.

Perfect with a spread of butter, they’re a great addition to any Christmas meal.

10. Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes with Hot Honey

For a sweet and spicy twist on a Christmas side, try these slow cooker sweet potatoes with hot honey.

The slow cooker brings out their natural sweetness, while the hot honey adds a bold kick. It’s a simple but flavorful side for your holiday spread.

11. Orange-cardamom Slow Cooker Carrots

Looking for a side that’s both vibrant and packed with flavor? These orange-cardamom carrots are just what your Christmas table needs.

The sweet, citrusy punch of orange juice paired with the warmth of cardamom makes these carrots anything but ordinary.

They cook to tender perfection in the slow cooker—no fuss, just flavor!

12. Slow Cooker 3 Ingredient Hawaiian Meatballs

Who knew three ingredients could create such a crowd-pleaser? These Hawaiian meatballs are the easiest side dish you’ll make this Christmas.

Juicy meatballs, tangy BBQ sauce, and sweet pineapple chunks all cook together in the slow cooker for a perfectly sweet and savory bite. They’re perfect for appetizers or as a holiday main.

13. Easy Green Beans in The Crock Pot

Green beans don’t have to be boring, and this recipe proves it! Slow-cooked with smoky ham and chicken broth, these green beans are a classic Christmas side made even better.

Toss in baby potatoes for extra heartiness, and you’ve got a dish that’s as comforting as it is delicious. Trust me, these beans will disappear fast!

14. Crock Pot Cranberry Stuffing

Stuffing is essential at Christmas, but why not mix it up with some sweet and tangy cranberries?

This slow cooker version is loaded with leeks, pecans, raisins, and dried cranberries, giving every bite a festive twist.

It’s easy, flavorful, and sure to become a new holiday favorite!

15. Herb and Olive Oil Crock Pot Potatoes

These aren’t your average roasted potatoes. Tossed with olive oil, thyme, and oregano, and then slow-cooked to tender perfection, these potatoes are a simple yet flavorful Christmas side.

They’re easy to throw together, and the result is a side dish that’s crispy, herby, and ready to impress.