5 Easy Crockpot Christmas Sides

The holidays are busy enough without spending hours in the kitchen, which is why our 5 easy Crockpot Christmas Sides are lifesavers. As a mom with young kids, Christmas time is BUSY- and it is nice to have these options to pull together quick and pretty much “set and forget”. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just want a stress-free Christmas dinner, these slow-cooked sides are delicious, family-friendly and perfect for keeping your oven free for all the holiday favorites. Speaking of stress-free dinners, don’t forget Christmas Breakfast that is stress free, too!

Our first creamy, comforting favorite that is always a hit in my house during the holidays (or anytime) is Slow Cooker Macaroni and Corn Casserole.

Slow Cooker Macaroni and Corn Casserole

This cozy macaroni and corn is the ultimate dump-and-go holiday side–creamy, cheesy and perfectly comforting with almost no effort. Just add pasta, corn, cheese and a few simple ingredients to the slow cooker and let it cook until rich and melty. It is kid-friendly, crowd-pleasing and doesn't take up oven space!

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Slow Cooker Green Bean Casserole

This classic holiday side gets even easier in the slow cooker! Tender green beans simmer in a creamy mushroom sauce, soaking up all the cozy flavors while you focus on the rest of Christmas dinner. Top it with crispy fried onions for that traditional crunch everyone loves. Another oven saver recipe!

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Holiday Whiskey Peach Meatballs

these peach whiskey meatballs are the ultimate sweet-and-smoky holiday appetizer or side. Frozen meatballs simmer in a rich blend of peach preserves, whiskey and savory seasoning until they're tender and packed with sweet flavor. Effortless to make in the crockpot and perfect for those Christmas parties!

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Slow Cooker Cheesy, Creamy Corn

This cheesy creamy corn is a comforting, foolproof holiday side that practically cooks itself. Sweet corn melts into a rich blend of cream cheese, butter and velveeta. It stays warm and scoopable right in the slow cooker, another easy-crowd pleasing audition to the Christmas dinner.

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Crockpot Christmas Queso

This festive queso brings a little holiday heat to your side or appetizer table. Velvety cheese, tomatoes and bold creole seasoning melt together in the slow cooker for a rich, spicy dip that is perfect with chips or over nachos. It is a fun, crowd-pleasing twist that adds big flavor with minimal effort. Another great Christmas dinner or appetizer addition.

Need More Recipe Inspiration for the Holidays?

• lasagna cups – make a great holiday appetizer and are freezer friendly to prep ahead of time!
• Christmas Breakfast Recipe ideas that are kid friendly and make-ahead options!
• Candy Cane Cookies– these are adorable for any cookie platter you might need!
• Mint Brownies– a delicious, rich, brownie that I pull out every Christmas holiday.

I hope you enjoy your holidays, and that these easy crockpot Christmas sides help things stay stress-free and full of love and laughter this holiday season!! – Bobbi Jo