Description
Hearty slow cooker cheesy potatoes deliver comfort on a plate with creamy, rich layers of potato goodness. Midwestern home cooks will appreciate this simple, satisfying side dish that brings families together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) frozen diced hash brown potatoes
- 2 cups (240 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 cup (113 grams) melted unsalted butter
Dairy and Soup:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of chicken soup
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 12 cup (75 grams) chopped onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Thoroughly combine shredded hash brown potatoes with sharp cheddar cheese, creamy condensed chicken soup, tangy sour cream, richly melted butter, and finely diced onions in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Generously season the potato mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the prepared mixture into the slow cooker, smoothing the surface to create an uniform layer for consistent cooking.
- Set the slow cooker to low temperature and allow the dish to simmer gently for 4-5 hours, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
- Monitor the potatoes’ tenderness and cheese’s melting point, ensuring a golden, bubbly top develops during the cooking process.
- Once cooking is complete, let the cheesy potato casserole rest for a few minutes to allow flavors to settle and achieve optimal serving consistency.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch before presenting the dish to eager diners.
Notes
- Test potato tenderness by inserting a fork into the center, ensuring they’re soft and fully cooked through.
- Customize the cheese blend by mixing different types like sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, or gruyere for deeper flavor complexity.
- Reduce fat content by using low-fat cheese, Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, and light cream of chicken soup without compromising taste.
- Add protein variety by mixing in cooked bacon bits, diced ham, or shredded rotisserie chicken for a heartier side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (or 5 hours)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 337
- Sugar: 1.5 g
- Sodium: 495 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg