Crockpot Country Potatoes

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Crockpot Country Potatoes are a creamy, cheesy slow cooker side made with seasoned O’Brien potatoes, sour cream, cream of potato soup, and plenty of melted cheddar. The potatoes become tender while the onions and peppers mixed throughout add extra flavor and color without requiring any chopping.

This is the kind of potato recipe I like when the oven is already busy or I simply want a side dish that can mostly take care of itself. Everything goes straight into the slow cooker, so preparation only takes a few minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe Frozen O’Brien potatoes make this especially convenient because the diced potatoes, onions, and peppers are already prepared. There’s no peeling, chopping, or precooking required.

The creamy sauce is simple too. Condensed potato soup and sour cream coat the potatoes as they cook, while cheddar adds plenty of cheesy flavor during the final half hour.

It’s also a useful recipe when you need to free up oven space. Everything cooks in the slow cooker, making it especially convenient for holidays and larger family dinners.

The cream of potato soup and sour cream create a thick, creamy coating around the potatoes, while garlic powder adds savory flavor. Cheddar goes in toward the end so it stays creamy and melty instead of cooking for several hours.

Serve these potatoes warm straight from the crockpot. They’re hearty enough for a holiday table but easy enough to make alongside an everyday chicken or beef dinner.

Ingredients You’ll Need

You’ll need just a handful of simple ingredients:

Frozen O’Brien potatoes with onions and peppers
Condensed cream of potato soup
Sour cream
Garlic powder
Black pepper
Salt
Cheddar cheese

How To Make Crockpot Country Potatoes

Step 1: Add both bags of frozen O’Brien potatoes directly to the slow cooker. There’s no need to thaw them first.
Step 2: Add the condensed cream of potato soup and sour cream over the potatoes.
Step 3: Sprinkle in the garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
Step 4: Stir everything together thoroughly until the frozen potatoes are evenly coated with the creamy soup and sour cream mixture.
Step 5: Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the potatoes are tender. Give them a gentle stir during cooking if convenient.
Step 6: Once the potatoes are tender, add half of the shredded cheddar cheese and gently stir until evenly distributed.
Step 7: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar evenly across the surface of the potatoes.
Step 8: Cover again and continue cooking for approximately 30 minutes, or until the cheddar on top is completely melted.
Step 9: Give the potatoes a few minutes to settle, then serve warm directly from the slow cooker.

Crockpot Country Potato Variations

Extra-Cheesy Country Potatoes

Increase the cheddar slightly when you want an especially thick, cheesy finish.

Pepper Jack Country Potatoes

Replace some of the cheddar with Pepper Jack for a little extra heat.

Bacon Cheddar Country Potatoes

Stir cooked crumbled bacon into the potatoes when you add the first half of the cheese.

Extra-Creamy Country Potatoes

Add a little additional sour cream if you prefer an especially rich and creamy consistency.

Smoked Cheddar Country Potatoes

Use smoked cheddar for a deeper flavor that works especially well with the onions and peppers.

Storing Crockpot Country Potatoes

Let leftovers cool, then transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate within two hours. They’ll keep for about 3–4 days.

FAQ

What Are O’Brien Potatoes?

O’Brien potatoes are diced potatoes packaged with chopped onions and peppers. Frozen versions make recipes like this especially convenient because all the vegetables are already prepared.

Do I Need To Thaw The Potatoes?

No. Add the potatoes directly from the freezer. The cooking time is designed for frozen O’Brien potatoes.

Why Add The Cheese Near The End?

Cheddar only needs enough time to melt. Adding it toward the end keeps the cheese creamy instead of exposing it to several hours of slow-cooker heat.

How Do I Know The Potatoes Are Ready?

Test a few potato pieces with a fork. They should be completely tender before you add the final layer of cheese.

Can I Cook These On Low?

You can, but they’ll need considerably more time. For the recipe as written, cooking on HIGH for 2–3 hours is the most reliable method.

Can I Make These Ahead?

They have their best texture freshly cooked, but leftovers reheat well. If you need them ready for a gathering, prepare them shortly beforehand and keep the slow cooker on WARM for serving.

Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm a larger amount gently in the oven. The sauce may become thicker after refrigeration, so a small spoonful of sour cream can help restore the creamy texture.

What To Serve With Crockpot Country Potatoes

Roast chicken: Tender chicken works beautifully with the creamy potatoes, peppers, and melted cheddar.
Meatloaf: These potatoes make an easy cheesy alternative to traditional mashed potatoes.
Steak: A generous scoop of creamy Country Potatoes is a hearty side for a simply seasoned steak.
Green beans: Their fresh, simple flavor helps balance the rich sour cream and cheddar.
Roasted broccoli: Crisp-edged broccoli adds a nice texture contrast to the soft, creamy potatoes.
Fresh salad: A crisp green salad with tangy vinaigrette keeps the overall meal from feeling too heavy.

Check the potatoes for tenderness before adding the cheese. Slow cookers vary, so some batches may be ready closer to two hours while others need the full three.

And taste before adding any extra seasoning at the table. The recipe already contains salt, cheese, and condensed soup, so the finished potatoes may be plenty seasoned as written.

This Crockpot Country Potatoes are an easy, comforting side dish made with tender potatoes, savory seasonings, and simple ingredients. Slow-cooked until perfectly soft and flavorful, they’re a delicious addition to any family dinner, holiday meal, or cozy weekend spread.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 98 kcal

Ingredients

2 26-ounce bags frozen O’Brien potatoes with onions and peppers
1 10.5-ounce can condensed cream of potato soup
8 ounces sour cream
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions

Add the frozen O’Brien potatoes to the slow cooker.
Add the cream of potato soup, sour cream, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
Stir until the potatoes are evenly coated.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar evenly over the top.
Cover and cook for another 30 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted.
Serve warm.

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