Description
Crockpot Loaded Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. This creamy, cheesy dish combines tender russet potatoes with rich flavors of butter, sour cream, and garlic, topped off with melted cheddar cheese and crispy turkey bacon. With effortless preparation in your crockpot, you can set it and forget it while enjoying time with family and friends. Ideal as a side dish at potlucks or game day parties, these loaded potatoes are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Customize them with your favorite toppings for added flair, making every serving unique and delicious.
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes (cubed)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon (cooked crisp and crumbled)
Instructions
- Grease the crockpot and add cubed potatoes at the bottom.
- In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, softened butter, sour cream, cream cheese, and minced garlic until smooth. Pour over the potatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2.5-3 hours until tender.
- Just before serving, add 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: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding jalapeños or green onions as toppings. If using different potato varieties like Yukon Gold, adjust cooking time as needed.