Description
Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a rich and creamy experience with every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this effortless dish combines tender potatoes, melting cheese, and savory seasonings. Simply toss your ingredients into the crockpot and let them cook to gooey perfection, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that promises warmth and satisfaction. Whether served as a side dish or star attraction, these cheesy potatoes will delight everyone around your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and peeling the potatoes. Cut them into even-sized cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed potatoes with sour cream, melted butter, 1.5 cups of shredded cheese (reserve some for topping), salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the potato mixture to the crockpot and spread it evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until fork-tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle remaining cheese on top and let it melt.
- Serve hot as a side dish or main course.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding cooked bacon or diced onions for extra flavor. - For a lighter version, substitute half of the sour cream with plain Greek yogurt.