Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes Recipe - Easy Comfort Food

This Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, making it perfect for cozy fall dinners or as a delicious side for your Thanksgiving feast. With minimal prep, you’ll enjoy creamy, cheesy potatoes slow-cooked to perfection. Simply combine diced potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, sour cream, and seasonings like garlic and onion powder in your trusty slow cooker, then let it cook for 4-5 hours. A vegan option is included, using dairy-free cheese and sour cream. The result? Tender, gooey potatoes packed with flavor—an ideal dish to serve during the fall season or at your holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 5

Total Time 5 15

Course Dinner, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

4-quart crockpot (or larger if doubling the recipe)
Large spoon for mixing
Lint-free towel for wiping the crockpot lid to prevent condensation
Non-stick cooking spray for easy cleanup

Ingredients

6 cups diced potatoes you can use frozen potatoes, fresh potatoes, or hash browns
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded (or Colby Jack)
1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup (for a creamier texture)
1 cup sour cream
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic salt
½ white onion finely chopped
2 tbsp butter melted
Non-stick cooking spray
½ cup green onions for garnish

Instructions

Prep the Potatoes: If you’re using frozen potatoes, no need to thaw. For raw potatoes, peel and dice into cubes. If you’re using hash browns, toss them straight into the crockpot.
Layering the Ingredients: Spray the inside of your crockpot with non-stick cooking spray to avoid sticking. Then, add the potato mixture (potatoes, onion, sour cream, cream of mushroom soup, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and melted butter).
Add the Cheese: Sprinkle half of the sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese into the mix, saving the remaining cheese for later.
Slow Cook: Set your crockpot to low and let it cook for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally to make sure everything cooks evenly.
Final Cheese Layer: Once the potatoes are tender, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and cook for an extra hour to get that melty, gooey finish.
Garnish: Top with freshly chopped green onions for a pop of color and extra flavor.

Notes

Optional Vegan Option:
Substitute regular cheese with vegan cheese.
Use vegan sour cream or a dairy-free alternative.
Replace cream of mushroom soup with a dairy-free creamy soup.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 600mg

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