**Imagine tender potatoes smothered in a rich, velvety cheese sauce, slow-cooked to perfection until they’re melt-in-your-mouth delicious—all with just 5 minutes of prep! These crockpot cheesy potatoes are the ultimate hands-off side dish for busy weeknights, potlucks, or holiday feasts.
Perfect for:
• Holiday dinners (Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas!)
• Weeknight meals with minimal effort
• Feeding a crowd (doubles or triples easily!)
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor – No dry potatoes here!
✅ Only 5 ingredients – Simple, budget-friendly, and delicious
✅ Set it and forget it – Let the slow cooker do the work
✅ Crowd-pleasing – Kids and adults alike will devour it
📝 Ingredients (Easy & Pantry-Friendly!)
🥔 For the Potatoes:
2 lbs (900g) russet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced (or frozen hash browns for extra ease!)
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup (or mushroom for vegetarian)
1 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt & pepper to taste
🍽️ Optional Toppings:
Crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers (for crunch!)
Chopped green onions or chives (for freshness)
Crispy bacon bits (because everything’s better with bacon)
🔎 Pro Tip: For extra creaminess, mix in 4 oz of cream cheese!
👩🍳 Step-by-Step (Effortless!)
