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Cheesy slow cooker potatoes garnished and ready to serve

Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

A creamy, cheesy side dish made with hash browns, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Total Time 4 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 bag 32 oz Cubed Frozen Hash Browns Potatoes Provides a delightful base for the dish.
  • 1 can 10.75 oz Cream of Chicken Soup Adds a rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Lends depth of flavor.
  • 4 tbsp Butter (melted) Enhances creaminess.
  • 3.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese (divided) Star ingredient for creaminess.
  • 1/2 Onion diced Adds savory flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Paprika Introduces subtle smokiness.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grease or spray your crockpot to prevent sticking.
  2. In the slow cooker, add the frozen cubed hash browns, 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, and the diced onion.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, melted butter, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until thoroughly blended.
  4. Pour the creamy mixture over the potatoes in the slow cooker and gently stir to combine.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours and 45 minutes.
  2. After the initial cooking time, remove the lid and stir the potatoes.
  3. Sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  4. Place a paper towel across the top of the slow cooker and replace the lid. Cook on low for an additional 30 minutes.

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked bacon or chopped green chives. Experiment with different cheese blends or add crushed cornflakes for a crunchy topping.