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Crockpot Loaded Mashed Potatoes

These easy Slow Cooker Loaded Mashed Potatoes are rich, creamy and loaded with all the classic savory toppings for the ultimate hands-off side dish perfect for busy weeknights and entertaining.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 - 5 pounds potatoes Yukon gold or red potatoes work best
  • ¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 tablespoons butter salted or unsalted
  • Boursin cheese any flavor, or swap with ½ block cream cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 slices cooked bacon crumbled
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ⅓ cup chopped chives

Method
 

  1. Peel if desired, then chop into 1-inch cubes. Add them to your slow cooker.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle with garlic powder and onion powder. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until fork-tender.
  3. Add the butter and mash the potatoes right inside the crockpot. Leave them a little lumpy or make them ultra-smooth—your choice!
  4. Stir in the Boursin cheese or cream cheese until melted. Mix in half the cheddar and half the bacon bits.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and bacon over the potatoes. Cover again and heat until the cheese is gooey and melted.
  6. Add chives for freshness, give everything one more stir if desired, and enjoy!

Video

Notes

Storage:
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat with a splash of milk or broth to loosen.
  • Freeze leftover potatoes — Store them in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months, then fully thaw in the fridge overnight before you're ready to serve. Thawing can make them a bit watery, so reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat with a splash of milk to thicken them back up.
  • These are great to make ahead for potlucks and entertaining. Cook the potatoes in the slow cooker and keep them on the warm setting until you're ready to serve.