Slow Cooker Amish Peas and Potatoes Recipe 

Looking for an easy slow cooker side dish that everyone will love? This Slow Cooker Amish Peas and Potatoes recipe is the perfect combination of tender baby potatoes, sweet green peas, creamy butter, and savory broth. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, this budget-friendly recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, family dinners, holiday meals, and potlucks.

The slow cooker does all the work, creating soft, buttery potatoes and perfectly cooked peas with minimal effort. Whether you’re serving roast chicken, grilled steak, baked fish, meatloaf, or vegetarian meals, this classic comfort food side pairs beautifully with almost any main course.

Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Peas and Potatoes Recipe

• Only 5 pantry-friendly ingredients
• Easy dump-and-go slow cooker recipe
• Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep
• Budget-friendly family side dish
• Naturally rich in fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and plant-based nutrients
• Great for holidays, Sunday dinners, and potlucks
• Easily customizable with herbs, cream, or cheese
• Kid-friendly and freezer-friendly

Ingredients

• 2 pounds baby potatoes, scrubbed and diced
• 3 cups frozen sweet peas
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Lightly grease a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker.
2. Add the diced baby potatoes to the bottom.
3. Scatter the butter evenly over the potatoes.
4. Pour in the broth and season with salt and pepper.
5. Add the frozen peas on top without stirring.
6. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
7. Gently stir everything together before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
8. Spoon the buttery cooking liquid over each serving for extra flavor.

Recipe Tips

• Add heavy cream or half-and-half at the end for a richer, creamier side dish.
• Use vegetable broth for a delicious vegetarian version.
• Stir in fresh parsley, dill, thyme, or chives for extra flavor.
• Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan or cheddar cheese before serving.
• Double the recipe for large gatherings using a bigger slow cooker.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of broth to keep the potatoes moist.

Health Benefits

This comforting vegetable side dish provides wholesome nutrition while staying simple and satisfying.

• Baby potatoes are an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C, and energy-boosting complex carbohydrates.
• Sweet peas provide fiber, plant protein, antioxidants, and vitamins A, C, and K.
• Slow cooking helps preserve flavor while creating a tender, buttery texture with very little hands-on work.
• A balanced side dish that complements lean proteins and fresh salads for a complete family meal.