Imagine diving into a creamy, cheesy, bacon-loaded potato dish that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor! These Slow Cooker Cheesy Bacon Potatoes are about to become your new go-to comfort food that will have everyone at the dinner table begging for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients and your trusty slow cooker, you can transform ordinary potatoes into a mouthwatering side dish that's crispy, creamy, and absolutely irresistible.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, diced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by washing and dicing potatoes into approximately 1-inch cubes, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Grease the interior of your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Place diced potatoes into the slow cooker, creating an even layer across the bottom of the cooking vessel.
- Sprinkle garlic powder and salt evenly over the potatoes, gently tossing to distribute seasonings.
- Cover the potatoes with crumbled bacon pieces, distributing them uniformly across the surface.
- Set slow cooker to low heat setting and cook for 4 hours, or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- During the final 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the potatoes, allowing it to melt completely.
- Once cooking is complete, turn off slow cooker and let potatoes rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and add dollops of sour cream before serving.
- Serve hot directly from the slow cooker, ensuring each serving includes potatoes, melted cheese, and bacon.
Tips
- Potato Selection: Choose starchy potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold for the best texture and creaminess.
- Uniform Cutting: Dice potatoes into similar-sized cubes (about 1-inch) to ensure even cooking throughout.
- Bacon Prep: Use pre-cooked bacon for convenience, or crisp up fresh bacon before crumbling for extra crunch.
- Cheese Melting: Add cheese in the last 30 minutes of cooking to prevent overcooking and ensure a perfect, gooey consistency.
- Seasoning Tip: Don't be afraid to experiment with additional herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra flavor depth.
- Serving Suggestion: For added richness, try using a blend of cheeses like cheddar and monterey jack.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: You can prep ingredients the night before and store in the refrigerator for easy morning cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: 45mg