When summer rolls around, I reach for a few easy slow cooker side dishes for BBQ that everyone will love. These classic recipes are simple to make and perfect for BBQs, family meals, and casual gatherings.
BBQ side dishes have always been a favorite in my kitchen, especially during summer cookouts. They bring that nostalgic, comforting feel that makes every meal special.
In this roundup, I’ve gathered 25 of the best Crock Pot side dishes for BBQ, including familiar classics that are easy to serve and sure to please your guests.
1
Grandma’s Easy Macaroni Salad
This traditional macaroni salad is creamy, classic, and easy to make with simple ingredients. A perfect cold side dish for potlucks, BBQs, and family gatherings.
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2
Grandma's Southern Baked Beans Recipe
These old fashioned southern baked beans are rich, sweet, and smoky with bacon. A classic homemade comfort food side dish that’s easy to make and perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and Sunday dinners.
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3
Old Fashioned Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
There’s something so comforting about a bowl of old fashioned slow cooker creamed corn bubbling away on the counter while the rest of supper comes together. It feels like one of those side dishes that
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4
Traditional 7 Layer Salad Recipe
This old fashioned 7 layer salad is a classic, traditional side dish made with crisp lettuce, peas, eggs, bacon, and a creamy dressing. It’s perfect for potlucks, holidays, and family gatherings.
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5
Old Fashioned Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese
This old fashioned slow cooker mac and cheese is ultra creamy, rich, and comforting. An easy classic side dish inspired by grandma’s kitchen.
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6
Grandma's Simple Pan Fried Okra Recipe
his old fashioned pan fried okra is a simple Southern side dish made without flour. Cooked in a skillet with onion, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice, it’s tender, flavorful, and easy to make.
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7
Easy Corn Casserole Recipe (with Jiffy)
This easy corn casserole with Jiffy mix is a classic old fashioned side dish that’s creamy, soft, and slightly sweet. Made with simple ingredients, it’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or an easy family dinner.
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8
Grandma's Easy Potato Salad Recipe
This traditional potato salad is creamy, classic, and full of old fashioned flavor. An easy homemade side dish that’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and family dinners.
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9
Easy Broccoli Cheddar Pasta Salad
This easy broccoli cheddar pasta salad is creamy, simple, and full of classic flavor. Made with bacon, cheddar, and fresh broccoli, it’s the perfect side dish for potlucks, barbecues, or family dinners.
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10
Old Fashioned Green Beans
These old fashioned green beans are quick, buttery, and full of classic flavor. Fresh green beans are blanched until just tender, then tossed in melted butter and garlic for a simple side dish that’s perfect for Sunday dinners, holiday meals, and easy weeknight cooking.
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11
Old Fashioned Pea Salad with Bacon
This old fashioned pea salad with bacon is a creamy, classic side dish made with frozen peas, cheddar cheese, and a simple homemade dressing. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, and easy family dinners.
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12
Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
These brown sugar glazed carrots are tender, buttery, and coated in a sweet glaze. An easy stovetop side dish with old fashioned flavor that’s perfect for holidays or everyday meals.
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13
Easy Cowboy Pasta Salad (Old Fashioned Recipe)
This old fashioned cowboy pasta salad is loaded with ground beef, bacon, beans, and a creamy BBQ dressing. It’s a hearty, easy, homemade pasta salad that’s perfect for potlucks, cookouts, and family dinners.
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14
Easy Broccoli Salad Recipe
This easy broccoli salad recipe is a vintage favorite from the 1970s, made with fresh chopped broccoli, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a creamy homemade dressing. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or holidays, this crunchy salad comes together in minutes and gets better as it chills. Just like Grandma used to make!
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15
Old Fashioned Classic Deviled Eggs
These classic deviled eggs are creamy, smooth, and made the old fashioned way with simple ingredients. A timeless appetizer that belongs on every holiday and potluck table.
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16
Classic Greek Pasta Salad
This easy Greek pasta salad combines tender pasta, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, olives, and a simple homemade dressing. It's the perfect summer side dish for potlucks, BBQs, and family meals.
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17
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip (Easy Crockpot Appetizer)
This slow cooker buffalo chicken dip is creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor. An easy crockpot appetizer perfect for parties, potlucks, and game day.
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18
Crockpot baked beans (brown sugar and bacon)
You can’t go wrong with your good ole’ slow cooker when it comes to making baked beans for a crowd! This tried and true crock pot baked beans recipe is
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19
Crockpot BBQ baked beans with ground beef
Great for cookouts, parties, and easy meals!
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20
Crockpot buttered cabbage with bacon
Learn how to make Cabbage with smoked meat like ham in the Crock Pot Slow Cooker using this Crock Pot Cabbage recipe. Simple spices.
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21
Crockpot cheesy hashbrown casserole
This recipe is perfect to make your the summer holidays and barbecue. You can enjoy a delicious cheesy potato casserole without heating up your kitchen!
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22
Crockpot creamy corn casserole
Sweet and tender corn simmers in a rich cream sauce to make this Crock Pot Creamed Corn. It is an unforgettable side dish like no other creamed corn.
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23
Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
These Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Potatoes are the perfect side dish to any meal. Crisp-tender potatoes are smothered in a delicious and easy-to-make garlic-parmesan sauce.
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24
Crockpot honey butter carrots
Honey Butter Thyme Crockpot Glazed Carrots are an easy and delicious side dish, perfect for holiday dinners. Sweet, buttery and perfectly tender!
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25
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Dip
Make this delicious Crockpot Jalapeno Popper Dip loaded with bacon, cream cheese and cheddar cheese for your next gathering! Make in your slow cooker for 2 hours and keep it warm all party long.
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26
Crockpot queso dip (Velveeta and Rotel style)
This Crockpot Queso Cheese Dip is a real crowd pleaser. Great for any gathering, from last minute parties to Cinco de Mayo!
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27
Crockpot ranch potatoes
Crock pot ranch potatoes will be your new favorite recipe! Throw potatoes, dressing, cheese and seasonings in a crock pot for a creamy, savory side dish!
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28
Crockpot green beans with bacon and onion
Grandma’s Southern Crockpot Green Beans are always a crowd pleaser, and they’re the perfect easy side dish to make for Thanksgiving.
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29
Crockpot BBQ Little Smokies
Crockpot BBQ Little Smokies are easy to prepare with only a handful of ingredients! Little Smokies are simmered in a tangy, mouthwatering bbq sauce. Perfect for dinner or to feed a crowd!
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30
Slow Cooker Southern Green Beans
Slow cooker green beans are super easy to make and packed with tons of flavor. The perfect side dish to your family dinner.
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31
Slow Cooker Maple & Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
These easy and delicious Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots are made with maple and brown sugar. You’re going to be obsessed with this simple side.
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32
Slow cooker chili cheese dip
This easy Chili Cheese Dip is made with chili (homemade or canned like Hormel), cream cheese, shredded cheese, and salsa in only 10 minutes! Make it in the stovetop or slow cooker!
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33
Crock Pot Corn on the Cob
Crock Pot Corn on the Cob is the perfect summer side dish. It takes the deliciousness of corn and makes preparation basically effortless!
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34
Slow cooker cowboy beans
The very best Slow Cooker Cowboy Beans! This easy recipe is so hearty and filling and just perfect for chilly weather! Loaded with three types of beans, bacon, and beef, this family favorite is frequently
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35
Slow cooker creamed spinach
The Best Creamed Spinach Recipe - A fabulous stovetop or Slow Cooker Creamed Spinach Recipe that pairs well with comforting holiday meals.
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36
Slow cooker Mexican street corn dip (elote-style)
Mexican street corn dip is my go-to cheese dip for parties. This Elote dip recipe is hot, cheesy, and delightfully spicy.
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37
Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
This Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip is the best crock pot appetizer! Make it ahead of time with just a few minutes of prep work.
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