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Our Crockpot cheesy potatoes make for an easy cheesy family feast! Ingredients are dumped into your slow cooker, with no extra prep or fuss.
This is truly the best Crockpot cheesy potatoes recipe, made with simple ingredients and takes very little hands-on time. The perfect side dish for large gatherings that everyone loves!
This cheesy, creamy, and savory dish uses just eight ingredients. Simply chop an onion, shred some cheese, and place the ingredients in a crockpot, and let it do its thing. Top with more cheese, and you have a delicious side that will have everyone going back for seconds.
If you’re on the go this week and in need of a “set it and forget it” kind of recipe, look no further. This satisfying side is made with little more effort than what is required to dump 8 ingredients in a crockpot and let it simmer for a few hours.
If you’re looking for more potato side dishes, I hope you’ll try our country potatoes, ranch potatoes, melting potatoes, and au gratin potatoes next! I promise your family will love them all.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE THESE CROCKPOT CHEESY POTATOES
- Crockpot cheesy potatoes require virtually NO prep time!
- The end result is fiber-full and calcium-rich!
- Cheesy potatoes are an excellent option for filling hungry families on the go.
- They’re the perfect comfort food on a cold night or during a stressful time!
CROCKPOT CHEESY POTATOES INGREDIENTS
- Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup: A household staple, this soup creates a smooth and savory base.
- Sour Cream: Sour cream is a great item to add richness to a sauce.
- Onion: This savory ingredient adds a great deal to the dish. I used a yellow onion.
- Butter: I use unsalted butter, which adds great flavor.
- Salt + Pepper: Table salt and fresh cracked pepper.
- Frozen Cubed Hash Browns: This is such a convenient shortcut. I prefer the texture of cubed potatoes over shredded ones.
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese: I use block cheese and grate it myself. The pre-shredded cheese has cellulose added, which does not result in a good melt.
TIPS
- Potato texture: For optimal texture, the potatoes should be thawed in the fridge overnight. Thawing should always occur at a safe food storage temperature.
- For convenience: I use frozen potatoes. You are certainly free to use fresh potatoes.
- More Oven Space: If you’re making a festive dinner and need to use your stove and ovens, this is a great way to utilize another appliance.
- Serve With Everything! This side dish pairs well with just about any main course. Plan ahead earlier in the day, and this dish will be ready for dinner!
- Add-ins: Feel free to add seasoned ground beef, sausage, or green chilis or peppers. There are numerous variations. Be creative!
- So Easy: To make this dish, combine all your ingredients in a crock pot, cook for a few hours, then sprinkle with some extra cheese. That’s it, as simple as advertised! Cheesy potatoes crock pot style will keep in the fridge for a couple of days.
STORING + FREEZING + MAKE-AHEAD
- How Long Can You Keep This in The Fridge? Once made, your Crockpot cheesy potatoes will last up to four days in the fridge.
- Can You Freeze This? I do not recommend freezing.
- Make-Ahead: This side dish is already made several hours ahead of time. Just keep on the warm setting until ready to serve.
- Food Safety: If you’d like more info on food safety check out this link.
HOW TO MAKE CROCKPOT CHEESY POTATOES
- Add the first 6 ingredients to the crockpot.
- Add the potatoes. Stir.
- Sprinkle the top with a cup of cheese.
- Cook on low for 4-5 hours.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese.
- Let the cheese melt.
- Serve.
***See the full instructions below.
MORE GREAT POTATO RECIPES
- Parmesan Potatoes
- Buttered Potatoes
- Smashed Potatoes
- Twice Baked Potatoes
- Smothered Potatoes
- Air Fryer Potato Wedges
- Campfire Potatoes
- Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes
- Roasted Potatoes and Carrots
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Stewed Potatoes
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The Best Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 (10-3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup undiluted
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 (32-ounce) package frozen cubed hash browns thawed
- 2 cups (8 ounces) sharp cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Add the first 6 ingredients to a 4-5 quart capacity Crock Pot. Stir until combined.
- Add the potatoes (32 ounces) and stir until evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle the top with 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Store the remaining 1 cup of cheese in the fridge until needed.
- Cover with the lid and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours or until the potatoes are cooked and fork tender.
- Turn the Crock Pot off and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese. Replace the lid and let the cheese melt and serve.
Notes
- Potato texture: the texture of your finished product will turn out best if the potatoes are thawed in the fridge overnight. Thawing should always occur at a safe food storage temperature.
- For convenience: I use frozen potatoes. You are certainly free to use fresh potatoes.
- More Oven Space: If you are making a festive dinner and you a using your stove and ovens, this is a great way to use another appliance.
- Serve With Everything! This side dish goes with just about any main dish. Plan ahead earlier in the day, and this dish will be ready for dinner!
- Add-ins: Feel free to add seasoned ground beef, sausage, or green chilis or peppers. There are numerous variations. Be creative!
- So Easy: To make this dish, combine all your ingredients in a crock pot, cook for a few hours, then sprinkle with some extra cheese. That’s it, as simple as advertised! Cheesy potatoes crock pot style will keep in the fridge for a couple of days.
This is the best. I repeat, THE BEST!! I fried some chicken tenders, it’s the perfect combo.
Yaaay! We’re glad you like this as much as we do, Hannah. I agree this is perfect with chicken tenders 🙂
So yummy! I gotta cook this again for Easter!
Thank you, Donna!!
I just found this site and have already saved so many recipes! I am cooking this today and it looks delicious 😊
Thanks, Bobbi! Let us know the results 🙂
Excellent recipe! Everyone loves it!
Thank you Kelly! I’m so happy to hear it <3
Can you cook it on high for less time?
Hi Lisa.Absolutely. Cook on High for 2-3 hours <3
How long did you thaw in microwave? Just defrost?
Hey Heather. I don’t know why I never remember to write down the exact time it takes in my microwave. They don’t need to be hot–like if you were serving them. They need to be just thawed. I’m sorry I don’t have an exact time for you.
Hi Kathleen, making this recipe today for my men that are hunting. Doubled it so do I need to add more time or change heat setting to get done in same amount of time. Thanks
Hi Lisa. I wouldn’t change the heat settings but it might take just a little longer to cook 🙂
What about hash browns can u use them instead help
Hi Tracey. Do you mean shredded potato hash browns. Honestly, I haven’t made this recipe with shredded potatoes 🙂
It didn’t say to cook on high or low???
Hi Susan it’s on Low 🙂
I am not a fan of cream soups. Has anyone ever tried it with a can of cheddar soup? Do you think that would work as a substitue? Or do you think I could double the sour cream and leave the soup out?
Hi Jan. Gosh, sorry but I haven’t tried either variation, so I can’t advise.
Jan – I’ve made this recipe and used a can of cheddar soup – but also mixed with crm of chicken and, I believe, cream of celery as well. 2lbs of shredded hash browns or cubed hash browns.
That sounds so yummy, Deanna! Thanks for sharing!
Can i double this recipe within the same crockpot?
Hi Jennifer. It all depends on the size of your crock pot. If you have a large 6 quart crock I think you should be totally fine.
Thanks, I believe I have a 6 or 7 quart crock as well.
Would you add time when doubling the recipe or stay with 4-5 hour window?
Hey Kelsey. Yes, because of the added volume I’d expect it to take a bit more time.
can you use regular potatoes instead of frozen ones??
Hi Colleen. I haven’t tried this recipe with fresh potatoes. I always use frozen. Sorry I’m not more help!
Anyone ever tried this with fresh potatoes?
This looks very easy and delicious. I would like to try this with creame cheese and add chcken. What do you think?
Hi Sister Hill. Sounds like great additions!
I’ve had a crock pot for over 20 years and it has never let me down.
Gotta love the crock pot!
I love your dishes! Where did you get them?
Thanks Holly. The dish and plate are from HomeGoods 🙂