Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes
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Posted: 04/01/19
Updated: 12/10/19
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Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes are the perfect side dish recipe when you are entertaining for the holidays or hosting a party! Mix all the ingredients in your slow cooker and let them cook while you get ready to host. They are also great to take to potlucks because they are easy transportable.
Is there anyone out there that doesn’t take a HUGE scoop of cheesy potatoes whenever you are offered them? If you don’t, then we can’t be friends! They are always a favorite wherever I go and now I’m going to teach you how to make them in your Crock Pot!
You are going to love the ease of these Crock Pot Cheesy Potatoes and soon you will be bringing them to every dinner you are invited too.
They are so easy to make, delicious and always a hit. They are perfect for transporting to the holidays, BBQs or potlucks because they stay warm in your slow cooker. If you are hosting you simply set it and forget it so it cooks while you get ready for your dinner!
Back when we used to camp I would always make these and pair them with Smoked Hamburgers. Always a hit!
What ingredients do I need to make Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes
- Cream of chicken soup
- Sour cream
- Onion flakes
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Frozen cubed hash brown potatoes
- Sharp cheddar cheese
How do I make Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes?
First grab a bowl and mix together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion and butter.
Next add your thawed hash brown potatoes and 1 1/2 c. of your sharp cheddar cheese. Stir until this is combined.
Pour this into a greased 4 quart slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until potatoes are tender.
Sprinkle remaining cheese over potatoes, cover and let cook an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Tips and Tricks!
Can I make these in the Oven? Of course you can! Instead of putting these into a slow cooker just put them into a greased 9” x 13” casserole dish and spread out evenly. Cover with tinfoil. Place in a preheated oven at 350 degrees. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until nice and bubbly and heated through. Remove foil and continue cooking for 10-15 minutes or until cooked through and cheesy is just beginning to brown.
Can I use shredded potatoes? Yes! Just beware that these will take a little less time to cook in your crock pot so keep an eye on them before they turn mushy.
Can I use fresh, diced potatoes? Yes, you can, but make sure you place them on a lint-free towel first to wring out any excess liquid. Also, add 1-2 hours of cooking time because frozen potatoes have actually been cooked a little bit.
How do I store leftovers? Let cool then place in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should lest for up to 5 days when stored properly.
How do I reheat leftovers? Place the amount of potatoes on a plate that you would like. Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between until they are heated through. You can also place leftovers in a baking dish and reheat in oven at 300 degrees.
Can I double this recipe? You can! Make sure you have at least a 6 quart crock pot to do this. It will be VERY full. Add a hour of time onto the cooking time.
Flavorful additions: Mix in your favorite flavors like crumbles bacon, sauteed onions, green onions, diced jalapenos, top with cornflakes or whatever you can think of!
More of my favorite potato recipes!
Whether you are planning for a holiday or party and need a side dish or you need any easy accompaniment to your dinner these Crock Pot Cheesy Potatoes are your easy ticket to a winner just like our Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes! They are so simple and yummy everyone will be singing your praises around the table.
Let’s get real that never gets old. The moment you look around at everyone and it’s quiet as people are enjoying every last bit of the meal you prepared for them!
Another classic holiday favorite? Be sure to try Crock Pot Green Bean Casserole!
Did you make this? If you snap a photo, please be sure tag me on Instagram at @julieseatsandtreats or #julieseatsandtreats so I can see your yummy treat!
Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes
These cheesy potatoes are easy and perfect side dish for the holidays or potlucks that is made in your crock pot!
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Ingredients
- 1 cream of chicken soup 10 3/4 oz
- 1 c. sour cream
- 1 Tbsp onion flakes
- 1/4 c. butter melted
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 32 oz frozen cubed hash brown potatoes thawed
- 2 c. sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion and butter in a large bowl. Add hash browns and 1 1/2 c. cheese and stir until combined. Pour into 4 qt slow cooker, cover.
- Cook for 4-5 hours on low or until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over potatoes and continue to cook 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Tips
Can I make these in the Oven? Of course you can! Instead of putting these into a slow cooker just put them into a greased 9” x 13” casserole dish and spread out evenly. Cover with tinfoil. Place in a preheated oven at 350 degrees. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until nice and bubbly and heated through. Remove foil and continue cooking for 10-15 minutes or until cooked through and cheesy is just beginning to brown.
Can I use shredded potatoes? Yes! Just beware that these will take a little less time to cook in your crock pot so keep an eye on them before they turn mushy.
Can I use fresh, diced potatoes? Yes, you can, but make sure you place them on a lint-free towel first to wring out any excess liquid. Also, add 1-2 hours of cooking time because frozen potatoes have actually been cooked a little bit.
How do I store leftovers? Let cool then place in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They should lest for up to 5 days when stored properly.
How do I reheat leftovers? Place the amount of potatoes on a plate that you would like. Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between until they are heated through. You can also place leftovers in a baking dish and reheat in oven at 300 degrees.
Can I double this recipe? You can! Make sure you have at least a 6 quart crock pot to do this. It will be VERY full. Add a hour of time onto the cooking time.
Flavorful additions: Mix in your favorite flavors like crumbles bacon, sauteed onions, green onions, diced jalapenos, top with cornflakes or whatever you can think of!
Nutrition Information
Calories: 478kcal (24%), Carbohydrates: 24g (8%), Protein: 18g (36%), Fat: 34g (52%), Saturated Fat: 20g (125%), Cholesterol: 96mg (32%), Sodium: 808mg (35%), Potassium: 451mg (13%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 1g (1%), Vitamin A: 1030IU (21%), Vitamin C: 10.1mg (12%), Calcium: 479mg (48%), Iron: 2mg (11%)
Maria Olivares says
Excelentes
Julie Evink says
Thank you!
kandi hatch says
My cousin made these for a family dinner and had macaroni in it. It was delicious! The recipe doesn’t call for it, but how much would I use ?
Sarah Hill says
I haven’t personally tried anything in addition to what is in the recipe. If adding the noodles before cooking to the crockpot, you’d have to add more liquid so the noodles have moisture to cook. If adding when cooked, you might find it to be less saucy / cheese filled but could decrease the amount of potatoes as well to compensate.
JaneDough82 says
So good!!!! The ONLY cheesy potato recipe I will ever need. If you’re looking for the PERFECT no-hassle, crowd-pleasing, delicious dish for whatever occasion or no occasion at all, look no further. Since I found this recipe, I have made it each year several times (Except during a brief dark period that some refer to as the “the Keto diet”. Lol). The only thing I ever do that strays from the original recipe is sometimes throw in diced ham or bacon for the meat-lovers. I have never doubled the recipe nor used the oven instead of the crockpot, but I am about to attempt both tomorrow since my crockpot cannot handle the double-batch that is needed to feed our guests. I will be following the suggestions from Julie for both. I’ll be sure to update my results, as soon as I am done recovering from the holiday food coma. Thanks so much for this recipe! It’s a goodie!
Jamie W says
Made it for a high school softball team and they devoured it! Not a single tater left
Julie Evink says
Awesome to hear Jamie! Thanks so much for commenting and rating the recipe!
Nancy G says
This was easy and delicious.
I’m not surprised your from MN. Great recipe.
Julie Evink says
Great to hear Nancy!! Thanks for commenting and rating the recipe!
Paulalynn Abel says
What is the serving size?
Julie Evink says
1/8 of the recipe.
Brandi Williams says
Can I replace the sour cream with anything? My husband loathes just the thought of it being near his food…
Julie says
You could try Plain Greek Yogurt or cream cheese instead.
Debbie says
Equal parts of Mayo can be used
Julie says
Thanks, Debbie!
Amanda Finks says
Love this easy cheesy side dish. So good!
Julie Evink says
Thanks Amanda!
Tisha says
I love cheesy potatoes! Haven’t ever made them in the crock pot but now I’m definitely going to!
Julie Evink says
You’ve gotta try them in the Crock Pot!
Debbie says
Oh my I love your site and crock pot dishes. And these potatoes and the kielbasa are a must try them both. They look wonderful. Thanks so much for posting such wonderful crock pot meals.
Jeri Wallis says
These potatoes look amazing. I’m going to make them using the Delmonte cans of diced potatoes. They are real potatoes already cooked. The other night I made the Kielbasa bites and they were delicious. I grew up eating Kielbasa but it never tasted as good as the other night. Thanks for the easy to make recipes.
Julie Evink says
So happy you are finding some keepers!
Julie Evink says
Hope you find some keepers!
erin says
Worst ever pototoes! Cooked for 5 hours + In the crock pot. some cooked while other pieces were so hard and undercooked. Big let down these were. ?
Julie Evink says
I’m sorry to hear that Erin. I’ve made them multiple times according to the directions and never experienced any problems.
Amanda says
Can I use shredded potatoes instead? Will that effect the cooking time?
Julie Evink says
I’ve never tested the recipe this way but I’m sure you can. I don’t think it would change the cooking time.