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Slow Cooker Roast Potatoes


Prep Time :10 minutes mins
Cook Time :4 hours hrs
Total Time :4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Servings :6
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Published: Jul 7, 2023 · Modified: Aug 18, 2024 by Melanie Cagle · Leave a Comment

These delicious slow cooker roast potatoes are super simple to make and are a hands-off way to cook potatoes when you're cooking a big meal, like Thanksgiving dinner.

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Cooking a Thanksgiving dinner, or Christmas dinner can be stressful. Having more recipes like this that are hands-off really help make things so much easier.

These crock pot potatoes are perfectly fluffy inside with a slight sear to the outside. Coated in parmesan, coarse salt and parsley, I'm salivating right now just typing this.

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  • What makes this recipe so yummy
  • Groceries you'll need: Ingredients
  • Recipe walkthrough: Instructions
  • Recipe variations and substitute ideas
  • Necessary gear: Equipment
  • More slow cooker recipes I think you'll love
  • How to store leftovers
  • Mel's kitchen notes
  • Frequently asked questions: FAQs
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What makes this recipe so yummy

  • Helps free you up while you cook other things.
  • The potatoes are perfectly cooked and taste great.
  • Potatoes are the best kind of comfort food.
  • This recipe uses simple ingredients and is a simple side dish.

Groceries you'll need: Ingredients

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  • Yukon Gold Potatoes
  • Butter
  • Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Garlic Powder
  • Coarse Salt
  • Fresh Parsley

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Recipe walkthrough: Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe steps. For more detailed instructions visit the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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  • Step 1: Peel and cut the potatoes into 2-3" blocks.
  • Step 2: Add to a large mixing bowl, along with the melted butter, olive oil, salt and pepper and garlic powder. Mix up using your hands.
  • Step 3: Add to a large slow cooker.
  • Step 4: Cover and cook on high for 4 hours, stirring up the potatoes half way through.
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  • Step 5: After the cooking time is complete, sprinkle coarse salt, parmesan cheese and fresh parsley over.

Hint: Depending on your slow cooker and how hot it runs - will determine how much color you get to your potatoes. If you want more color at the end of the cooking time, toss on a baking sheet and bake in a 500°F oven for 5 minutes.

Recipe variations and substitute ideas

  • Russet Potatoes - or red potatoes instead of gold.
  • Beef Broth - use a tablespoon or two.
  • Italian Seasoning - for more flavor.
  • Fresh Herbs - add more, like fresh thyme.
  • Baby Potatoes - and leave them whole.
  • Onion Granules - these add great flavor.
  • Potato Wedges - do the same but cut the potatoes into wedges.
  • Green Onions - sprinkle with this instead of parsley.
  • Garlic Salt - ditch the salt and use garlic salt instead.
  • Ranch Dressing Mix - turn this into ranch potatoes.
  • Fresh Garlic - instead of garlic powder.
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How to store leftovers

Once the potatoes are cooled completely, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

They do freeze well, so store in a freezer safe container for up to 6 months.

Mel's kitchen notes

Reheating these potatoes gives the best results in an air fryer.

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Frequently asked questions: FAQs

Can I put raw potatoes in a slow cooker?

Definitely, they will cook to perfection as long as the required time is given.

Why won't my potatoes go crispy?

In order for them to be crispy, a higher temperature is needed. My slow cooker does run a little higher than usual and so I was able to get the coloring on the potatoes at the bottom, then I stirred them up. If you are unable to get this color - give them a quick blast in the oven.


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Slow Cooker Roast Potatoes

These Slow Cooker Roast Potatoes are super simple and a great way to fix and leave them while you make the rest of the meal.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time4 hours hrs
Total Time4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Servings: 6
Cuisine: American, Slow Cooker
Author: Melanie Cagle
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Equipment

  • Glass Mixing Bowls
  • 7 Quart Crock Pot

Ingredients

  • 8 Each Yellow Potatoes
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter unsalted, melted
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ Cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 1 Pinch Coarse Sea Salt
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Peel and cut the potatoes into 2-3" Pieces.
    8 Each Yellow Potatoes
  • Place the potatoes in a bowl with the olive oil, melted butter, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix well using your hands.
    2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, ½ teaspoon Salt, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • Add the potatoes to a large slow cooker (7 quart).
  • Cover and cook on high for 4 hours (or low for 6 hours). Stir up the potatoes half way through.
  • At the end, sprinkle fresh parmesan, a sprinkling of coarse salt and chopped parsley.
    ¼ Cup Parmesan Cheese, 1 Pinch Coarse Sea Salt, 2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley

Notes

Depending on your slow cooker, if you don't get much color to your potatoes, after they are cooked, load onto a baking sheet and place in the oven at 450-500°F, just to get a quick "roasting color".
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 298mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g

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