Slow Cooker Creamy Diced Potatoes
If you’re looking for an easy slow cooker potato side dish that’s creamy, cheesy, and completely hands-off, this 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Creamy Diced Potatoes recipe is about to become your go-to comfort food.
Made with frozen diced potatoes, cream soup, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, this crockpot potato casserole delivers rich, velvety texture with almost no prep work. Just mix, dump, and let your slow cooker do the magic.
Perfect for busy weeknights, holiday dinners, potlucks, or Sunday family meals!
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Potato Recipe:
Only 4 simple ingredients
Budget-friendly side dish
No peeling or chopping required
Perfect for holidays & potlucks
Crowd-pleasing comfort food
Freezer-friendly & make-ahead option
This recipe is similar to classic funeral potatoes but made even easier in the crockpot freeing up oven space during Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter dinner.
Ingredients for Creamy Crockpot Diced Potatoes:
1 (32-ounce) bag frozen diced potatoes (plain, not seasoned)
1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for vegetarian option)
1 cup sour cream
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Directions:
Lightly grease a 4–6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, mix cream of chicken soup and sour cream until smooth.
Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Add frozen diced potatoes directly from the freezer and mix until fully coated.
Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker and spread evenly.
Cover and cook:
LOW for 4–5 hours, or
HIGH for 2–3 hours, until potatoes are tender and creamy.
During the last 15–20 minutes, sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese on top. Cover and cook until melted.
Season with salt and pepper if needed, then serve hot.
Benefits of Making Potatoes in the Slow Cooker:
Using frozen diced potatoes eliminates peeling and chopping, making this a true dump-and-go crockpot recipe.
Perfect for busy parents or holiday hosting the slow cooker handles everything while you focus on other dishes.
Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or large gatherings when your oven is full.
Made with affordable pantry staples, this creamy potato casserole feeds a crowd without stretching your grocery budget.
Leftovers reheat beautifully and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Serving Ideas:
This creamy crockpot potato casserole pairs perfectly with:
Roast chicken
Grilled steak
Meatloaf
You can also serve it alongside steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad to balance the richness.
Variations & Expert Tips:
Add garlic powder, onion powder, or smoked paprika for extra flavor.
Stir in steamed broccoli or peas for added texture and color.
Swap half the sour cream with cream cheese for an extra rich, cheesy texture.
Make it vegetarian with cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup.
Add green onions on top for a loaded baked potato feel.
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
You can assemble the mixture the night before and refrigerate, then cook the next day (add extra cooking time if starting cold).
