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CrockPot Cheesy Potatoes

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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 10/06/2021Updated: 03/13/2023

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Everyone’s favorite crockpot cheesy potatoes aka funeral potatoes are a classic dish for potlucks and holidays. They’re so easy to make in a slow cooker!

Recipe Overview

Why you’ll love it: You’ll only need 5 ingredients to make this recipe!

How long it takes: 5 minutes to prep, 4-8 hours to slow cook
Equipment you’ll need: slow cooker
Servings: 10

Slow cooker cheesy potatoes being scooped with a silver spoon.
Table of Contents
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  • 1 Recipe Overview
  • 2 About These Potatoes
  • 3 What You’ll Need
  • 4 FAQs
  • 5 How to make this recipe
  • 6 Make It Your Own
  • 7 Make-Ahead Ideas
  • 8 Storage & Reheating Tips
  • 9 Lots More Potato Recipes
  • 10 Get the Recipe: CrockPot Cheesy Potatoes Recipe

Crockpot cheesy potatoes. Where do I even begin? I swear these have a piece of my heart. You might think I’m exaggerating, but I’m not. Am I the only one that grew up eating these at practically every holiday gathering? Maybe it’s a Michigan thing, but cheesy potatoes are a must at holidays, especially Easter and Christmas.

On Thanksgiving you have good ol’ stuffing (or maybe you call it dressing in your neck of the woods) or homemade baked mac and cheese, but every other holiday necessitates CHEESY POTATOES. Do I even need to mention that they’d be perfect for Mother’s Day? Dads, kids, whoever – make these for the moms in your life, any day of the year. She’ll love you forever. Oh, that’s right, she already does!

Plus they totally work for brunch just as well as for dinner. I always eat the leftovers for breakfast the next day. Who doesn’t like them? Creamy, cheesy, gooey potatoes. Ultimate comfort food!

Because of their prevalence at family gatherings, they instantly bring back memories for me. Memories of family dinners with the extended family. Tables pulled together in basements with folding chairs around them. Moms, dads, siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents, everyone together sharing a meal, sharing cheesy potatoes.

I’m hard pressed to think of anything that is better than that. Throw in ham, green beans or crockpot baked beans, soft dinner rolls, and a family-favorite dessert (we love apple crisp!), and all that’s left to add is laughter and love.

Okay, that sounded really cheesy.

Ha. Cheesy. Like these potatoes.

Oh, and I almost forgot to mention the best part! These wonderful things are made in the slow cooker! That’s right – throw it together in five minutes before church and guess what? They’re ready when you get home. (Just like this awesome slow cooker stuffing recipe!) Frees up that valuable oven space AND keeps them warm for serving. Pretty much an ideal situation if you ask me. Just add that laughter and love, okay?

Potatoes on a white spoon in a white crockpot.

About These Potatoes

After all that discussion about love and laughter, I found out that these are very commonly known as “funeral potatoes.” And why not? Comfort food that’s easy to make, ready to serve whenever you need it, perfect for crowds – yup, totally makes sense for funeral gatherings.

This is such an easy recipe. There’s really only four ingredients, if you don’t count black pepper. You may have even made cheesy potatoes in the oven before. This recipe is very similar.

I’ll run through the recipe here with extra tips and information.

Keep reading for the printable recipe card with complete instructions, measurements, and nutrition information at the end of the post.

What You’ll Need

  • Frozen Potatoes: The Southern-style cubed potatoes work best for slow cooker cheesy potatoes. I usually use hash browns shredded potatoes for oven-baked potatoes but they tend to get too mushy in the slow cooker. They sort of turn into cheesy mashed potatoes.
  • Sour Cream: You can use reduced fat or just regular sour cream.
  • Cream of Chicken Soup: If you want, choose Healthy Request soup which has reduced amounts of fat and cholesterol, or no-salt-added cream of chicken soup if it’s available.
  • Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese: For loads of cheesy flavor!
  • Ground Black Pepper: Use as much or as little as you like!
Ingredients needed for recipe, in separate bowls.

FAQs

Why are they called funeral potatoes?

Cheesy potatoes are often brought to funeral gatherings as an expression of sympathy. They travel well, are easy to make, and because they are so rich, starchy, and full of melted cheese, they are considered comfort food. They are popular at potlucks, holiday gatherings, and picnics, too.

What is the difference between funeral potatoes and potatoes au gratin?

Funeral potatoes aka cheesy potatoes are usually made with frozen potatoes and canned soup, sort of a shortcut version of potatoes au gratin. To make au gratin potatoes, sliced raw potatoes are layered in a baking dish with cheese and a creamy white sauce and baked until tender.

Can I freeze cheesy potatoes after cooking?

Yes, cheesy potatoes can be frozen. Keep reading for more about storing cheesy potatoes (Storage and Reheating Tips).

How to make this recipe

This is a SUPER easy one! Spray your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray for even easier cleanup.

Ingredients, not mixed together, in a slow cooker.

Mix all ingredients together in slow cooker until combined (reserve a bit of the cheese for topping, if desired). No need to even get a bowl dirty!

Uncooked crockpot cheesy potatoes in a white crockpot.

Cook, covered, on high for 4 hours or on low 6 to 8 hours.

Cooked slow cooker cheesy potatoes.

If desired, reserve a half cup of the cheese. Fifteen minutes before serving,  sprinkle the reserved cheese on top, cover the crockpot, and let the cheese melt. This makes a nice cheesy topping for the potatoes. It looks and tastes good!

Crockpot cheesy potatoes with cheese melted on top, in a white slow cooker.

Make It Your Own

  • Want to jazz up crockpot cheesy potatoes? Add cooked, crumbled bacon, diced ham, sausage, finely diced onions or green onions, finely diced jalapeño peppers, whatever you love!
  • Like them with cornflakes? Make a cornflake topping (½ cup melted butter mixed with 1 ½ cups cornflakes). Sprinkle the topping on for the last half hour of cooking time. I like to drape paper towels over the top of the crockpot, then put the lid back on so the condensation on the lid doesn’t drip down and make the topping soggy.
  • Rather use raw potatoes, not frozen? Just make sure to put them in a lint-free towel first and wring out all the liquid.
  • If you are more of a mashed potato fan, try my crockpot mashed potatoes. They are super easy and turn out so well.
  • Don’t have time for slow cooking? Try stovetop cheesy scalloped potatoes!
Close up image of cubed potatoes with a cheese sauce and cheddar cheese.

Make-Ahead Ideas

You can prep the cheesy potatoes the night before if you know you’re going to be really short on time the next day. Simply mix all the ingredients in a big bowl, cover and refrigerate. Scrape everything into your crockpot when you’re ready to cook the potatoes, cover, and cook as directed.

Storage & Reheating Tips

If you have leftover potatoes, promptly store them in the refrigerator in a covered container. They’ll keep for up to five days, assuming they weren’t sitting out for 3 hours before you refrigerated them. You can also freeze them for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

To reheat Crockpot Cheesy potatoes

To reheat potatoes, simply microwave them in 30-second intervals until heated through. If you have a lot leftover, you may want to spread them in a baking dish, cover, and reheat in the oven at 325°F for a half hour or so, or until warm.

Lots More Potato Recipes

There are so, so many yummy ways to prepare potatoes! I’ll share some of my favorites:

  • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes – These turn out perfect every time. A super easy way to make a big batch of mashed potatoes!
  • Mashed Red Potatoes
  • Air Fryer Baked Potatoes – Did you know your air fryer makes perfect baked potatoes? So good! If you’d rather use your oven, learn how to make the best Baked Potatoes.
  • Smashed Potatoes with Garlic Butter and Parmesan
  • Rosemary Roasted Potatoes – so crispy and delicious!
  • Seasoned Grilled Potatoes Recipe – grill your potatoes!
  • Dill Roasted Potatoes with Lemon – these are my hubby’s favorite potatoes.
  • Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
  • Air Fryer French Fries – so crispy!

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Spoon scooping out cheesy potatoes in a slow cooker.
Recipe

Get the Recipe: CrockPot Cheesy Potatoes Recipe

4.71 from 27 votes
Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
Cook Time: 4 hours hrs
Total Time: 4 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
10 servings
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Everyone's favorite crockpot cheesy potatoes aka funeral potatoes are a classic dish for potlucks and holidays. They're so easy to make in a slow cooker!

Ingredients

  • 1 bag (30 oz.) frozen diced potatoes, Southern style
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 can (10.75 oz.) cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, more to taste

Instructions

  • Spray sides of slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Mix all ingredients together in slow cooker until combined (see note).
  • Cook, covered, on high for 4 hours or on low 6 to 8 hours. Turn slow cooker to the warm setting to keep potatoes warm until you're ready to serve them.

Notes

  • If desired, reserve ½ cup of cheese. Fifteen minutes before serving,  sprinkle reserved cheese on top, cover, and let cheese melt. This makes a nice cheesy topping for the potatoes.
  • To make a double batch, double all ingredients. Make sure you have a large enough slow cooker! Cook an additional hour. 
  • Finely chopped onions (1 cup) can be added to the potatoes, if desired. More add ins: diced ham, crumbled bacon, cooked sausage, peppers.
  • Add a crispy cornflake topping (½ cup melted butter mixed with 1 ½  cups cornflakes). Sprinkle the topping on for the last half hour of cooking time. I like to drape paper towels over the top of the crockpot, then put the lid back on so the condensation on the lid doesn’t drip down and make the topping soggy.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 235kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 50mg, Sodium: 399mg, Potassium: 200mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 569IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 222mg, Iron: 1mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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  1. Joy says

    April 7, 2023 at 10:12 am

    What size slow-cooker do you use

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    • Rachel Gurk says

      April 10, 2023 at 10:26 am

      I use a 6 qt :)

      Reply
      • Joy says

        June 10, 2023 at 3:05 pm

        Can I make a double batch in a 6Q slow cooker?

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        • Rachel Gurk says

          June 11, 2023 at 10:37 pm

          I haven’t tested it with a double batch, but I think it might fit!

          Reply
  2. Cherie says

    December 25, 2021 at 10:56 am

    5 stars
    Great recipe! I love the tip about papertowels under the lid to absorb the condensation! Thanks

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      December 28, 2021 at 7:37 am

      So happy to hear it! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review!

      Reply
  3. Bethany says

    January 31, 2020 at 11:19 am

    Making these this weekend!! Do you use a casserole style crockpot or deep oval? If both, what are the cook time differences??

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      February 1, 2020 at 3:30 pm

      Mine is a deep oval. :)

      Reply
  4. Terre says

    January 29, 2020 at 8:14 pm

    I made these yesterday for lunch for my book club. They were delicious and a huge hit! I put buttered crumbs on top and the crunch made them even better.

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      January 30, 2020 at 8:58 pm

      I’m so glad to hear you liked these! I love the addition of buttered crumbs. Thanks for taking the time to come back and leave a comment!

      Reply
  5. Monica says

    December 7, 2019 at 11:37 am

    Do you shred your own cheese or use packaged shredded cheese?

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    • Rachel Gurk says

      December 8, 2019 at 8:30 am

      You can do either for this recipe. If I have time, I always prefer to shred it myself because I think it’s creamier, but I’ve definitely used packaged shredded cheese many times!

      Reply
  6. Connie says

    September 8, 2019 at 3:47 pm

    I have made these in the oven. Instead of sour cream I’ve used French onion chip dip. 

    Reply
    • Rachel Gurk says

      September 12, 2019 at 2:39 pm

      Genius! I bet that is delicious!

      Reply
  7. Sues says

    May 11, 2015 at 9:27 pm

    Mmm I think I need to start introducing these into my holiday celebrations!

    Reply
  8. denise says

    May 11, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    sounds yummy

    Reply
  9. Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says

    May 11, 2015 at 10:23 am

    These look so delightful and addictive. I love that chicken soup addition for even more flavor!

    Reply

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