Description
This Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes recipe offers a creamy, cheesy comfort food classic made effortlessly in your crock pot. Layers of tender russet potatoes baked in a rich mixture of heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic, and cheeses result in a luscious side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Layer
- 3 lb. russet potatoes, peeled and sliced approximately 1/4″ thick
Cream Mixture
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Cheeses
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Mixture: In a small mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream, chicken broth, minced garlic, salt, and pepper thoroughly to create the flavorful liquid base for the potatoes.
- Grease Slow Cooker: Lightly spray the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking during cooking.
- Layer Potatoes and Ingredients: Place about one-third of the sliced potatoes evenly in the bottom of the crock pot. Pour one-third of the cream mixture over the potatoes, then sprinkle with one-third each of the shredded cheddar and parmesan cheeses. Repeat this layering process two more times until all potatoes, cream mixture, and cheese are used.
- Cook the Potatoes: Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Optionally, garnish the scalloped potatoes with fresh parsley for added color and flavor. Serve the dish immediately while warm and creamy.
Notes
- This slow cooker method makes preparing scalloped potatoes extremely easy without sacrificing flavor or texture.
- Using russet potatoes yields a creamy, soft texture ideal for scalloped potatoes.
- Feel free to add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme as garnish to enhance presentation.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can reduce the chicken broth slightly or add a small amount of flour mixed into the cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 542 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 843 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg
