CROCKPOT CHEESY POTATOES

The ultimate comfort food made effortless, these Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes combine tender, buttery chunks of potato with a rich, velvety cheese sauce that slowly melds together for hours in your slow cooker. This hands-off side dish features potatoes bathed in a creamy mixture of sharp cheddar, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup, enhanced with subtle notes of onion and garlic. As the ingredients simmer together, the potatoes absorb the savory flavors while maintaining their hearty texture. The top develops a perfectly golden cheese crust while the interior remains irresistibly gooey. Perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or Sunday dinners, these cheesy potatoes pair beautifully with nearly any main dish and always disappear first from the table. The slow cooker method means you can set it and forget it while your home fills with an enticing aroma that promises pure comfort in every bite.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 4–5 hours (on low)

Total Time: About 5 hours

Servings: 8–10

Ingredients:

• 1 (32 oz) bag frozen hash browns (diced or shredded), thawed
• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken (or mushroom) soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup chopped onion (optional)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 4 tablespoons butter, melted
• Optional topping: 1–2 cups crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers, mixed with 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the soup, sour cream, melted butter, onion (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the shredded cheese.
2. Gently fold in the thawed hash browns until well coated.
3. Spray the inside of a 6-quart Crockpot with nonstick spray. Spoon the potato mixture into the slow cooker and spread evenly.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or until hot and bubbly.
5. For a crunchy topping, sprinkle buttered cornflakes or crushed crackers on top during the last 30–45 minutes of cooking.
6. Scoop and enjoy warm!

Tips:

• You can use cream of cheddar soup or add other cheeses like mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
• If using shredded hash browns, cook time may be slightly shorter.

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