Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes

These crockpot cheesy potatoes are the ultimate comfort food side dish that’s always a crowd-pleaser. Made with tender potatoes, a creamy sauce, and cheesy layers throughout, it’s pure comfort in every bite. And so easy to cook in the slow cooker!

The crockpot version is made with the same simple ingredients as my cheesy potato casserole, but instead of baking it, we’re letting the slow cooker do the work and saving oven space at the same time. If you want something a bit more fancy, try my ham and potatoes au gratin.

They are the perfect side dish for holiday meals like ham, turkey, or beef but can also easily be made for a more casual weeknight dinner like roasted chicken. While this is certainly a nod to the classic potato casserole recipes, we add a bit more flavor in the form of cream of chicken soup, butter, sour cream, garlic powder, and sharp cheddar cheese.

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes

Ingredients

• Diced potatoes – I love using refrigerated hash brown potatoes that are ready to cook as a smart shortcut. They are usually found in the refrigerated section near eggs and dairy. Frozen potatoes will also work, they need to be thawed before using. You can also peel and cut your own potatoes if you prefer. If you use raw potatoes, be sure to account for some extra cooking time. The refrigerated potatoes are partially cooked so they will cook faster.
• Green onions – The green onions add a mild onion flavor without anything too overpowering for the cheesy potatoes. You could also use chives if you prefer.
• Chicken soup – We’re using condensed cream of chicken soup so you’ll want to look for that or something similar. You can also use cream of mushroom soup if you can’t find cream of chicken, but I prefer the cream of chicken flavor.
• Butter – Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.
• Sour cream – Use high-quality sour cream for the best flavor. Full-fat sour cream is my personal preference but use your favorite type.
• Spices – Garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper
• Cheese – Use sharp cheddar for the best flavor. You can use shredded cheeses to save time or shred your own if you prefer. You could also use any cheddar, Colby jack, pepper jack for a little spice, or something like Gruyere or Swiss for a bit of an elevated flavor.

How to Make Crockpot Potatoes

This is an overview, the detailed instructions can be found below in the recipe card.

1. Prep ingredients. Thaw potatoes if using frozen and drain any excess moisture. Thinly slice green onions. Spray the crockpot bowl with non-stick cooking spray or use a slow cooker liner if desired. (They won’t really stick so it’s optional!)

2. Mix cheesy potato base. In the slow cooker base, add soup, melted butter, sour cream, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth.
3. Prep cheesy potatoes. Fold in the diced potatoes, sliced green onions, and sharp cheddar cheese into the soup mixture and stir until combined.

4. Cook potatoes. Cover with lid and cook crockpot potatoes until fork tender.

FAQs

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

How to reheat

Reheat crockpot cheesy potatoes in a 350-degree F oven or in the microwave until heated through.

Can you freeze party potatoes?

Yes, you can store it in a freezer container and freeze it for 2-3 months. Let thaw before reheating.

More Veggie Side Dish Recipes

If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for more easy side dish ideas. These sides work for holiday meals or a casual weeknight dinner.

• Green Beans
• Honey Glazed Carrots
• Italian Chopped Salad
• Air Fryer Broccoli
• Kale Salad

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Food styling and photography by Loren Runion.

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