Cheesy Bliss: Lazy-Day Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
Creamy, cheesy scalloped potatoes simmering in a slow cooker promise pure comfort on a chilly evening.
This hearty slow cooker scalloped potatoes dish delivers layers of rich, golden goodness that melt in your mouth.
Tender potato slices nestled between velvety cheese create a decadent side that steals the show at any dinner table.
Minimal prep work means maximum flavor with this classic recipe.
Each bite promises a perfect blend of crispy edges and silky smooth centers.
The aroma of bubbling cheese and perfectly seasoned potatoes will draw everyone to the kitchen.
Dive into this irresistible, crowd-pleasing dish that transforms humble ingredients into a memorable meal.
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Quick Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
Calories: 427 kcal
Servings: 7
Ingredients for Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
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Instructions to Cook Scalloped Potatoes in a Slow Cooker
Soften diced onions in a skillet with melted butter until they turn translucent and slightly golden.
Blend cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, heavy cream, and seasonings in a mixing bowl until smooth and well combined.
Grease the slow cooker and create the initial potato base, spreading half the potato slices evenly across the bottom. Sprinkle with a light seasoning and cover with the sautéed onions.
Add remaining potato slices on top, generously pour the remaining cheese sauce, and drizzle additional cream across the surface.
Cover the slow cooker with paper towels underneath the lid to prevent excess condensation, which helps maintain the perfect potato texture.
Slow cook on high for approximately 4-5 hours or on low for 7-8 hours, ensuring potatoes become tender and flavors meld together.
During the last part of cooking, sprinkle extra cheese on top, allowing it to melt and create a golden, bubbling surface.
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Creamy Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
- Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 7 1x
Description
Creamy slow cooker scalloped potatoes combine layers of tender potatoes with rich cheese and herbs. Hearty side dishes rarely reach such comforting depths of flavor and simplicity for home cooks who appreciate classic comfort.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs (1.36 kg) Yukon gold potatoes or red-skinned potatoes (thinly sliced)
- 10.5 oz (298 g) condensed cream of chicken soup (1 can)
- 1 ½ cups (340 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) heavy whipping cream
- ½ large onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tbsp (14 g) butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme leaves
- ¾ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Onion Preparation: Melt butter in a skillet and caramelize onions until translucent and golden, developing rich flavor and soft texture.
- Cheese Sauce Creation: Whisk together cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, heavy cream, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper until achieving a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Slow Cooker Foundation: Thoroughly spray slow cooker with non-stick spray, then layer half the potato slices, seasoning lightly with salt and creating an even base.
- Initial Layer Assembly: Distribute sautéed onions across potato foundation, then pour half the cheese sauce evenly, ensuring complete coverage and flavor integration.
- Final Layer Construction: Add remaining potato slices, season with salt, then completely cover with remaining cheese sauce and an additional cream drizzle for enhanced richness.
- Moisture Management: Place paper towels across slow cooker surface to absorb excess liquid and maintain ideal cooking environment.
- Cooking Process: Select cooking method – high heat for 4-5 hours or low heat for 7-8 hours, allowing potatoes to become tender and flavors to harmonize.
- Final Cheese Topping: Midway through cooking, sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese, creating a golden, bubbling crust that adds visual and flavor complexity.
- Completion Check: Verify doneness by testing potato tenderness and ensuring cheese has melted into a luxurious, appetizing covering.
Notes
- Prevent Watery Potatoes: Place paper towels under the lid to absorb excess moisture, ensuring a creamy, thick texture.
- Onion Caramelization Tip: Take time to slowly cook onions until golden, enhancing the dish’s deep, rich flavor profile.
- Cheese Sauce Strategy: Whisk ingredients thoroughly to create a smooth, lump-free sauce that coats potatoes evenly and adds creamy richness.
- Optimal Cooking Flexibility: Choose between high (4-5 hours) or low (7-8 hours) heat settings to accommodate your schedule while achieving perfectly tender potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 427
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 705 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 83 mg
Jessica Martin
Recipe Developer & Food Writer
Expertise
Recipe Development, Food Styling and Photography, Seasonal and Local Ingredients, Vegetarian and Vegan Cuisine, Culinary Education
Education
Portland Community College
Oregon Culinary Institute
Jessica Martin is a talented food writer and recipe creator who specializes in seasonal cooking and approachable home baking.
Educated at Portland Community College with additional pastry training from Oregon Culinary Institute, Jessica’s culinary journey spans nearly a decade of creating and sharing flavorful recipes.
Her deep appreciation for local ingredients shapes each of her recipes, making them both accessible and inspiring. At Beard and Bonnet, Jessica uses her cheerful, down-to-earth writing to help readers effortlessly bring new tastes and creative dishes into their daily routines.