Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Buttered Baby Gold Potatoes
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If you’re looking for a simple slow cooker side dish that never fails to impress, these 3-ingredient buttered baby gold potatoes are the answer. Made with whole baby gold potatoes, real butter, and salt, this easy crockpot potato recipe delivers rich, comforting flavor with almost no effort. Just add everything to the slow cooker and let it do the work while you focus on the main course.
This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, holiday dinners, and potlucks, thanks to its hands-off cooking method and universally loved taste. Baby gold potatoes are naturally creamy and slightly sweet, and cooking them whole in the slow cooker allows them to become perfectly tender while soaking up buttery goodness.
Why You’ll Love These Slow Cooker Buttered Potatoes:
Only 3 ingredients simple, budget-friendly, and pantry-ready
Hands-off slow cooker recipe no boiling or stovetop babysitting
Perfect for entertaining a side dish guests always say yes to
Naturally gluten-free & vegetarian
Pairs with almost anything chicken, beef, fish, or veggie mains
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
2 pounds baby gold potatoes, whole, rinsed and patted dry
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1¼ teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste
Instructions:
Rinse the baby gold potatoes under cool water and pat dry. Leave the skins on and keep them whole this helps them hold their shape and adds flavor.
Place the potatoes in an even layer in a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Scatter the butter pieces over the top and sprinkle evenly with salt.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 2½–3 hours or LOW for 4–5 hours, until a fork slides easily into the center of the potatoes.
Turn off the slow cooker and gently toss the potatoes in the melted butter and cooking juices until glossy and well coated. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Serve hot.
Serving Ideas:
These buttered crockpot potatoes pair beautifully with:
Roast chicken or turkey
Grilled steak, burgers, or sausages
Baked or grilled salmon
Green salads, green beans, or roasted Brussels sprouts
They’re also perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and family gatherings, thanks to their simple flavors and easy prep.
Easy Variations & Tips:
Add fresh parsley, chives, or dill before serving for a pop of color
Use European-style butter for an even richer flavor
Lightly smash the potatoes on the plate so they soak up more butter
Keep warm on the WARM setting if serving later
