Description
Crockpot Loaded Potatoes are the epitome of comfort food, bringing together creamy, cheesy goodness with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing dish at gatherings, this recipe allows your crockpot to do all the heavy lifting while you enjoy rich flavors and customizable toppings. Imagine tender potatoes enveloped in a luscious mix of sour cream, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese, topped off with crispy turkey bacon. With only a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up this delicious side dish or snack that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
Instructions
- Cube the russet potatoes and place them in the greased crockpot.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken broth, softened butter, sour cream, cream cheese, and minced garlic; whisk until smooth.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the potatoes in the crockpot; season with salt and pepper.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2.5-3 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Before serving, sprinkle crumbled turkey bacon on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in some chopped green onions or jalapeños before serving. To keep leftovers fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.