35 Foolproof Set-It-and-Forget-It Crock Pot Potato Recipes

On days when I know I'll be running in 10 different directions and be too tired to even think about supper—let alone stand over the stove—I turn to my slow cooker. No matter what season, there's something so comforting about seeing the Crock Pot sitting on the counter all day knowing it has supper, or at least part of it, covered. It provides my family with some of our favorite soups and classic comfort foods. Not to mention, tried-and-true recipes I've been making for years, and tasty side dishes so I can focus on the main star of the meal. These 35 best Crock Pot potato recipes are exactly what you need to make dinner time fuss-free.

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What kind of potatoes can I make in the Crock Pot?

Some of the best potato dishes you can put on your plate can come from the slow cooker. Mashed potatoes (both white and sweet), hashbrown casserole, baby potatoes, soups, chowders and more can all be Crock Pot friendly.

Did you know you can even make potato salad in the slow cooker? Yes! My Deviled Egg Potato Salad is one of those recipes everyone always wants the recipe for, and can never believe it all started in the Crock Pot! It's the perfect side for burger night or a summer cookout.

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How do I cook potatoes in the Crock Pot?

This all depends on what kind of potato dish you are making, but for the most part, the reason why potatoes work so well in the slow cooker is because they hold up to cooking low and slow.

Raw potatoes can take up to six to eight hours to soften in the Crock Pot, so they are perfect for an all-day meal.

Like anything else, potatoes can become mushy if they are overcooked in the Crock Pot, so just be sure to follow the recipe instructions!

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Best Crock Pot Potato Recipes

This collection is filled with tasty taters! If you've never prepared mashed potatoes in the slow cooker, you will be thrilled at how creamy and decadent they are.

Your slow cooker can make "baked" potatoes fluffy and delicious-great when are cooking for a crowd.

Scalloped potatoes are such a holiday staple, and now you can save some oven space!

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Your Crock Pot is staring at you right now, just waiting on something yummy to go inside. Grab a bag of potatoes and start scrolling.

Your guests will never guess this delicious summertime staple started in the Crock Pot.

This is the recipe you need during the holidays when stovetop space is minimal.

The epitome of classic comfort food.

Sweet potatoes and cranberries are classic holiday flavors, but this dish is perfect year-round.

The side dish your family will ask for over and over.

Broccoli adds an extra layer of flavor to this hearty chowder.

Big chunks of ham and potato make this a stick-to-your-ribs meal for a cold day.

This silky soup starts with frozen shredded potatoes.

The mild, nutty flavor of Gouda cheese makes this potato soup extra special.

Perfect for when you've got a crowd or for a baked potato bar.

Fingerling potatoes in a delicious creamy sauce flavored with fragrant herbs.

This hearty soup is a great way to use leftover ham.

This simple all-in-one meal is great for a busy weeknight.

These will get you out of your potato rut.

Potatoes and leeks are a classic flavor combo. Add bacon and you've got a winner.

Cream cheese is the secret ingredient to these rockstar potatoes.

Topped with cheese and bacon, this potato soup only gets better the longer it cooks.

These scalloped potatoes include cheese and are perfect for a holiday meal.

A silky potato soup with a Cajun kick.

Just chop, season and let the slow cooker do the rest.

Nobody can argue with cheese and bacon!

Roasted-style potatoes with tons of ranch flavor, without having to turn the oven on.

Steak and potatoes, but with a spoon.

If you love au gratin potatoes but hate how long they take in the oven, this recipe is for you.

A super cheesy side dish perfect for holiday gatherings or easily transportable to take with you.

This hearty dinner will please everyone at your table.

Sweet potatoes are cooked, then mashed with marshmallows and pecans.

Evaporated milk makes this potato soup extra creamy.

Seasoned potatoes topped with bacon, cheese and green onions.

Your lazy Sunday brunch just got its new favorite side dish.

Creamy potato soup loaded with flavor from ham, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce and green onions.

Sweet potatoes, apples and pecans come together in a holiday-quality side dish you will want to make all year.

How do you make potatoes better? Add cheese and bacon of course.

Potato soup loaded with chicken, bacon, cheddar and ranch.

This childhood classic casserole gets new life in the Crock Pot.

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