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Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes Family & Friends Will Love!

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When it comes to delicious side dishes that are easy to make, Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes are a favorite around our house. I mean, what’s not to like? We’ve got CHEESE and POTATOES! Two of my favorite things!

Pair it with the fact that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and end up with a delicious side dish for dinner (or even for breakfast) and I’m in!

Bowl of Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

CROCKPOT CHEESY POTATOES

Slow cooker cheesy potatoes, funeral potatoes, party potatoes… whatever you call them, you know they’re AMAZING! They’re also pretty addictive but what do you expect when you put together potatoes and a bunch of cheese? You know it’s going to be GOOD!

If you’ve ever heard of funeral potatoes and you’re wondering where that name came from, this dish is traditionally served at funerals. But it makes a great comfort food dish for any large party or pot luck. You can make it for your family and save the leftovers if you don’t want to share with a crowd!

We just stick to calling them easy cheesy potatoes so I don’t have to explain the whole funeral background to the kids before dinner.

Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes

HOW TO MAKE CHEESY POTATOES

The ingredient list for this recipe might look a bit longer than most of our recipes, but most of it is seasonings so I promise this is an easy recipe! The great thing about using the Crockpot is that you’re pretty much guaranteed it’s going to be simple to make!

You might have most of the seasonings in your pantry already. In addition, you’ll need potatoes, cheese, milk, and butter to whip up this Crockpot funeral potatoes recipe! You’ll notice we don’t use cream of chicken soup in our recipe. The milk and butter do a great job of giving us great flavor and a good texture.

  • 1 bag frozen diced potatoes (32 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon parsley
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/4 cup shredded Colby jack cheese
  • 1 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter, cubed or sliced

Here are a few things you might need to help you prep this recipe:

  • Crock-Pot 6-Quart Cook & Carry
  • Slow Cooker Liners

CHEESY POTATOES CROCK POT RECIPE

1. Place the frozen potatoes in the Crock Pot and season with salt, pepper, parsley, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix to combine.

2. Add 1 cup Colby Jack cheese and 1 cup Sharp Cheddar cheese. Mix to combine.

3. Pour in milk and top potatoes with pats of butter.

How to make Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes in the Crockpot

4. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours. Stir halfway through.

5. 10 minutes before serving stir potatoes and sprinkle the remaining Colby Jack and Cheddar Cheeses on top. Turn the Crock Pot off and replace the lid.

6. Once the cheese is completely melted, serve and enjoy!

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Bowl of Crockpot Party Potatoes
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Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes

Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen diced potatoes (32 ounces)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon parsley
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 1/4 cup shredded Colby jack cheese
  • 1 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter (cubed or sliced)

Instructions

  • Place the frozen potatoes in the Crock Pot and season with salt, pepper, parsley, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix to combine.
  • Add 1 cup Colby Jack cheese and 1 cup Sharp Cheddar cheese. Mix to combine.
  • Pour in milk and top potatoes with pats of butter.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours. Stir halfway through.
  • 10 minutes before serving stir potatoes and sprinkle the remaining Colby Jack and Cheddar Cheeses on top. Turn the Crock Pot off and replace the lid.
  • Once the cheese is completely melted, serve and enjoy!

Notes

If you want to use corn flakes or French Fried Onions as a crunchy topping for these funeral potatoes, there are a few adjustments to make. You’ll need 1 cup of your choice of topping.
  • Add all of the cheese to the original mixture and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours.
  • Take the lid off the Crockpot and sprinkle your cereal or onions on top of the potatoes.
  • Place paper towels over the top of the Crockpot and put the cover back on to help keep the topping crispy.
  • Then cook on HIGH for 30 more minutes.

Bowl of Crockpot Party Potatoes

CROCKPOT CHEESE POTATOES FAQ

Is this the same as hash brown casserole?

Yes, this is very similar to how you can make hash brown casserole in the slow cooker. We’ve used diced potatoes instead of hash browns.

Can I use hashbrowns in this cheesy potato recipe?

Absolutely! Just substitute one bag of frozen shredded hash browns (30 ounces) for the bag of diced potatoes. Shredded potatoes do have the tendency to make a mushier Crockpot party potatoes but they still taste delicious! You can also use frozen O’Brien potatoes for another option!

Can I make Crockpot cheesy potatoes with real potatoes?

You can do that as well. You will need a bit more prep time, but you prepare raw potatoes by either dicing them or using a cheese grater to shred them. You’ll need 1.5 – 2 pounds of russet potatoes.

Can I add meat to this funeral potatoes recipe?

YES! Ham is a very popular addition to Crockpot cheesy potatoes! But ground beef also works well. If you’re looking to turn this easy side dish into a main dish, adding meat is a great way to do it! If you’re adding ham or ground beef, you should use about 1 lb of meat. I do recommend browning the ground beef before adding it to the slow cooker mixture if you’re using it.

I want to add a crunchy topping like my oven party potatoes recipe. How do I do it?

If you like the crunchy topping with this Crockpot potato casserole, you can use corn flakes. It’s a very traditional way to add a crunchy topping to cheesy potatoes but I have some other tasty suggestions. You can try French Friend Onions too (so good!) and I’ve also seen some people use Rice Krispies cereal.

If you want to use corn flakes or French Fried Onions, there are a few adjustments to make. You’ll need 1 cup of your choice of topping.

Add all of the cheese to the original mixture and cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours. Then take the lid off the Crockpot and sprinkle your cereal or onions on top of the potatoes. Place paper towels over the top of the Crockpot and put the cover back on to help keep the topping crispy. Then cook on HIGH for 30 more minutes.

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Crock Pot Cheesy Potatoes are one of the easiest recipes you'll ever make in your slow cooker! They're a perfect side dish and also great for feeding a crowd! We use frozen diced potatoes, but you can also use hash browns. Make ahead for dinner or breakfast! It's simple with quick prep time! You might also know these as funeral potatoes or party potatoes!

 

 

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Mariah is the mom of 2 and a former educator (preschool - 4th grade & special education) with a degree in human development. As a busy mom living in with a multi-generational family under one roof (with 4 dogs!), life is sometimes chaotic! She aims to share easy ideas that we can all use in our lives! Read more about Mariah!

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  1. harold says

    January 31, 2019 at 9:11 pm

    I would serve it to my family at home on weekends, it would be such a great family meal.

    Reply
  2. Anne Higgins says

    January 31, 2019 at 9:29 pm

    I would serve this recipe on a regular basis – everything we enjoy eating. Don’t need a special day/occasion as a family meal is the special occasion.

    Reply
  3. Abigail Gibson says

    January 31, 2019 at 10:19 pm

    I would serve this to my monthly potluck at the office.

    Reply
  4. Debbie Erickson says

    January 31, 2019 at 10:58 pm

    I would serve at family BBQ’s – easy to prepare in advance

    Reply
  5. Cheryl says

    February 1, 2019 at 1:48 am

    I’d serve Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes at home.

    Reply
  6. Christina Gould says

    February 1, 2019 at 3:37 am

    I’d serve Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes at home. My family would love it. Thanks for the giveaway!

    Reply
  7. Richard Hicks says

    February 1, 2019 at 4:34 am

    I would serve it at home. Everyone would love it.

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  8. Adrienne Gordon says

    February 1, 2019 at 5:07 am

    At any dinner.

    Reply
  9. Amanda L. says

    February 1, 2019 at 6:01 am

    I would serve them at my family’s Easter dinner.

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  10. Tari Lawson says

    February 1, 2019 at 6:04 am

    I would serve them at my family’s Easter dinner.

    Reply
  11. Cynthia C says

    February 1, 2019 at 6:10 am

    I would serve crockpot cheesy potatoes for family dinners at home.

    Reply
  12. kathy Persons says

    February 1, 2019 at 7:34 am

    Going to try them at the next church pot luck~

    Reply
  13. April says

    February 1, 2019 at 7:55 am

    I would serve it at dinner time!

    Reply
  14. Ann Fantom says

    February 1, 2019 at 8:32 am

    I would serve the Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes at a family dinner

    Reply
  15. Margaret Smith says

    February 1, 2019 at 8:34 am

    My family would love these. I would serve them anytime at a family dinner.

    Reply
  16. McKim says

    February 1, 2019 at 9:50 am

    I’d serve them at a potluck at the racetrack.

    Reply
  17. Brittany says

    February 1, 2019 at 10:01 am

    I would serve it at my moms group that I go to. They would love it there.

    Reply
  18. Rebecca Snodgrass says

    February 1, 2019 at 10:27 am

    I would make these for a Sunday family dinner!

    Reply
  19. Debbi Wellenstein says

    February 1, 2019 at 11:08 am

    I am going to add ham and serve it for dinner.

    Reply
  20. Ashley c says

    February 1, 2019 at 12:00 pm

    I would take these to a church lunch

    Reply
  21. beth shepherd says

    February 1, 2019 at 12:10 pm

    I would serve these to my family first and then to youth group. Thank you

    Reply
  22. Tammy Horn says

    February 1, 2019 at 3:47 pm

    I would serve these at home and at potlucks with friends.

    Reply
  23. Antoinette M says

    February 1, 2019 at 4:42 pm

    I would serve this at home for my family!

    Reply
  24. Heather S says

    February 1, 2019 at 4:59 pm

    The next time friends come over

    Reply
  25. Christina Sparks says

    February 1, 2019 at 6:07 pm

    I would serve it at home when we get together for family get togethers

    Reply
  26. Tom says

    February 1, 2019 at 8:58 pm

    I’d serve them at home

    Reply
  27. Barbara Long says

    February 1, 2019 at 10:50 pm

    I would serve crockpot cheesy potatoes for Sunday brunch.

    Reply
  28. Serge B says

    February 2, 2019 at 8:39 am

    I would serve it to my kids on a weekend night!

    Reply
  29. Kyl Neusch says

    February 2, 2019 at 9:48 am

    Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes

    Reply
  30. Crystal F says

    February 2, 2019 at 2:15 pm

    I think they would make a good Thanksgiving side dish. Thank you!

    Reply
  31. Barbara Montag says

    February 2, 2019 at 4:56 pm

    I would take these cheesy potatoes anywhere that I need a dish to share.
    They are delicious!
    thank you

    Reply
  32. Breanne says

    February 2, 2019 at 5:01 pm

    I would try these at home.

    Reply
  33. Lisa says

    February 2, 2019 at 7:16 pm

    I would serve these on a cold snowy day.

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  34. pattiann scanlon says

    February 2, 2019 at 7:57 pm

    I am the worst cook in these United States! But I could make this and eat it at home.

    Reply
  35. Becca says

    February 2, 2019 at 9:23 pm

    I would love to bring it to a work potluck!

    Reply
  36. Annette says

    February 2, 2019 at 9:35 pm

    This looks soooo delicious! I’d serve it at home to my neighbors when we get together.

    Reply
  37. Liz N. says

    February 3, 2019 at 8:13 am

    I’d make it at home for us to enjoy during the whole week (and freeze some for future enjoyment!).

    Reply
  38. Carolyn G says

    February 3, 2019 at 6:56 pm

    would take it to the potlucks I am invited to.

    Reply
  39. Shelly Peterson says

    February 4, 2019 at 12:08 am

    I would serve these as aside for dinner.

    Reply
  40. Tim says

    February 4, 2019 at 12:39 pm

    We eat at my bothers house and him and his wife eat at our house all the time, so this would be eaten on one of those days. We always try to one-up each other.

    Reply
  41. Laurajj says

    February 4, 2019 at 11:05 pm

    Oh I would love to take these to my parents house when we celebrate our family birthdays each month! We all bring something…this would be perfect and looks so delicious!

    Reply
  42. latanya says

    February 6, 2019 at 12:20 pm

    an employee get together

    Reply
  43. Jessica To says

    February 6, 2019 at 2:07 pm

    I would serve this for Easter dinner with my family.

    Reply
  44. Lauren says

    February 6, 2019 at 9:02 pm

    I would serve it to our friends at our next get together.

    Reply
  45. Olivia Parker says

    February 7, 2019 at 2:38 am

    Great cheesy side dish yummy!

    Reply
  46. Daniel M says

    February 7, 2019 at 10:55 pm

    would love to use as a side to many meals

    Reply
  47. Dana Rodriguez says

    February 8, 2019 at 10:49 am

    These would be good for dinner at home!

    Reply
  48. mami2jcn says

    February 9, 2019 at 7:04 am

    I’d serve it at home for my husband and kids.

    Reply
  49. HS says

    February 9, 2019 at 7:11 am

    I would serve at potluck party.

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  50. Alison King says

    February 9, 2019 at 12:32 pm

    I’d serve them at home. I think they would be a hit here.

    Reply
  51. Karen DeVaney says

    February 9, 2019 at 4:33 pm

    Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes would be a great dish to take for the teacher appreciation lunch put on by the PTA. I bet the staff would love it, and it would be easy to bring and keep warm.

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  52. Mary Cloud says

    February 9, 2019 at 10:01 pm

    I’d serve it for a weeknight dinner here at home

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  53. clynsg says

    February 10, 2019 at 7:40 am

    Theylynsg would be good either at home or at a family get-togeher.

    Reply
  54. Lauren Peterson says

    February 12, 2019 at 4:40 am

    I’d serve it at the next holiday gathering.

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  55. Lisa V. says

    February 12, 2019 at 5:12 pm

    I would serve with family dinner.

    Reply
  56. Sharon Schoepe says

    February 12, 2019 at 6:33 pm

    I would serve it for a weeknight dinner. Perfect comfort food on a cold winter night

    Reply
  57. Tonya Atkinson says

    February 12, 2019 at 8:54 pm

    I would serve them for Sunday dinner.

    Reply
  58. Rosanne says

    February 15, 2019 at 11:41 am

    I would have my son & his family over for dinner. They love those.

    Reply
  59. cheryl s says

    February 15, 2019 at 5:56 pm

    this would be great for a potluck with neighbors

    Reply
  60. Susan Christy says

    February 16, 2019 at 11:04 am

    I like to make these for Sunday Dinner.

    Reply
  61. Vicki Lorenz says

    February 16, 2019 at 11:15 am

    I would make this for my next family dinner!

    Reply
  62. Priscilla P. says

    February 17, 2019 at 11:54 am

    I would serve crockpot cheesy potatoes at the family get-togethers.

    Reply
  63. chris v says

    February 17, 2019 at 8:16 pm

    church dinner

    Reply
  64. Jen R says

    February 18, 2019 at 2:02 pm

    I would serve the Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes for holiday dinners. I think they would be really good at Easter.

    Reply
  65. Sarah L says

    February 18, 2019 at 6:36 pm

    I’d serve it for dinner on a cold, snowy night like tonight.
    Thanks for the contest.

    Reply
  66. Jean D. says

    February 18, 2019 at 8:24 pm

    Cheese + potatoes are my family’s favorite food groups. I’d serve them at meals, or on a game-day buffet table.

    Thanks for a great giveaway!

    Reply
  67. Stephanie Liske says

    February 18, 2019 at 8:52 pm

    I would serve them to my family.

    Reply
  68. Aaron says

    February 19, 2019 at 1:07 am

    I’d serve Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes for Thanksgiving.

    Reply
  69. kerry paul says

    February 19, 2019 at 6:14 am

    I would serve them at home when my kids came over, or at work during pot lucks!

    Reply
  70. Iliana B says

    February 19, 2019 at 8:57 pm

    I would serve it anytime with beef , scrumptious!

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  71. Michele says

    February 19, 2019 at 11:35 pm

    Thank you for the giveaway. This dish could be served in so many places! I would serve it at home, gatherings, picnic, and fellowship.

    Reply
  72. jen Gersch says

    February 20, 2019 at 4:10 am

    i would serve these to my family at home

    Reply
  73. Michaela R. says

    February 20, 2019 at 5:51 am

    I’d serve it during family dinner.

    Reply
  74. steve singer says

    February 20, 2019 at 10:10 am

    I would bring a batch down to the Veterans homeless center.

    Reply
  75. Ellie Wright says

    February 20, 2019 at 1:28 pm

    These would be great to serve at book club meetings.

    Reply
  76. Linda K says

    February 20, 2019 at 4:16 pm

    My family loves this recipe so I fix often.

    Reply
  77. Elizabeth Ray says

    February 20, 2019 at 4:30 pm

    I’d serve these at home. I’m sure they would go over well.

    Reply
  78. Heather D says

    February 20, 2019 at 4:36 pm

    I would serve this to my family. The pics look soooo good!

    Reply
  79. Brenda Elsner says

    February 20, 2019 at 5:50 pm

    I would add some ham and serve as a meal to my family!!!

    Reply
  80. Tara Woods says

    February 20, 2019 at 6:47 pm

    I would serve these at our family potluck and holiday dinners.

    Reply
  81. Danielle Wood says

    February 20, 2019 at 8:45 pm

    I’d serve it with dinner to my kids. They would love these potatoes

    Reply
  82. Paula Hafner says

    February 20, 2019 at 9:41 pm

    I’d make and eat them at home.

    Reply
  83. Tracy Shafer says

    February 21, 2019 at 9:57 am

    For dinner to make it more special.

    Reply
  84. Janet Boyanton says

    February 21, 2019 at 2:47 pm

    I would take them to our monthly pot luck dinner.

    Reply
  85. Michelle H. says

    February 21, 2019 at 6:37 pm

    I would serve them to my family.

    Reply
  86. Rosie says

    February 21, 2019 at 7:37 pm

    It would be fun to make this a regular Monday supper side dish for home – make Mondays something to look forward to, or at least end with a flourish and a happy tummy!

    Reply
  87. Michelle C says

    February 21, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    I would serve this for dinner to my family! It looks like something we would all enjoy.

    Reply
  88. BRIAN E. says

    February 21, 2019 at 7:53 pm

    We would serve Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes on “meatloaf night” (i.e. our kids are at the culinary stage of their lives where they require meatloaf at least once a week !!!)

    Reply
  89. Trisha McKee says

    February 21, 2019 at 7:59 pm

    My mother in law is coming to live with us. I’d serve this to make her feel at home and celebrate.

    Reply
  90. AEKZ2 says

    February 21, 2019 at 8:30 pm

    My children would love these potatoes, so I’d serve it at home.

    Reply
  91. Carolyn Daley says

    February 21, 2019 at 8:30 pm

    I would bring Crockpot cheesy potatoes to the next potluck I go to.

    Reply
  92. Sand says

    February 21, 2019 at 9:48 pm

    My family loves quiche and I would pair this with quiche and a salad.

    Reply
  93. Sheila F says

    February 21, 2019 at 10:31 pm

    This sounds like a perfect recipe for our work pot luck lunches🌱

    Reply
  94. Betty Curran says

    February 21, 2019 at 10:38 pm

    I would take this to work to share on our pot luck days

    Reply
  95. Connie Tucker says

    February 21, 2019 at 10:54 pm

    I would serve for my family Sunday DInners

    Reply

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