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Crockpot Bacon Cheese Potatoes

Crockpot Bacon Cheese Potatoes

Crockpot Bacon Cheese Potatoes are a comforting, easy-to-make dish featuring tender baby potatoes slow-cooked with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and sour cream to create a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful side or main. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or holidays, this recipe delivers classic homestyle goodness with minimal effort and cleanup.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Potatoes

  • 2 pounds baby red or Yukon gold potatoes, washed and halved

Bacon and Cheese

  • 8 slices bacon
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Dairy and Fats

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Wash and halve the baby potatoes to ensure even cooking in the crockpot, resulting in tender bites without mushiness.
  2. Cook the Bacon: Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble. This keeps the bacon flavorful and crispy when combined with the potatoes.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the halved potatoes, sour cream, softened butter, shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to evenly coat all the potatoes with the creamy, cheesy mixture.
  4. Layer in the Crockpot: Place half of the potato mixture into the crockpot, sprinkle half of the crumbled bacon on top, then add the remaining potatoes and bacon in layers to maximize flavor throughout the dish.
  5. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, checking occasionally for tenderness. The potatoes will become creamy and infused with the rich flavors of bacon and cheese.

Notes

  • Use baby red or Yukon gold potatoes, which hold their shape well without becoming mushy during slow cooking.
  • Pre-cook bacon to avoid sogginess and enhance smoky flavor.
  • Layer bacon between potato mixtures for even flavor distribution.
  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of potatoes; larger potatoes may need longer.
  • Gently stir the potatoes near the end to distribute cheese and bacon without breaking the potatoes apart.
  • Lightly grease the crockpot insert with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 to 5 hours (low) or 2 to 3 hours (high)
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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