Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Potatoes
These slow cooker garlic herb potatoes are an easy, flavor-packed side dish made with just 4 simple ingredients. This crockpot potato recipe delivers tender, buttery potatoes infused with fresh garlic and herbs all with minimal prep and completely hands-off cooking. Perfect for busy weeknights, holiday dinners, and meal prep, these garlic butter slow cooker potatoes free up your oven while giving you a reliable, crowd-pleasing side.
Using yellow potatoes creates a naturally creamy texture, while slow cooking allows the garlic and herbs to soak deep into every bite. It’s a no-fail side dish that pairs with chicken, beef, fish, or vegetarian meals.
Benefits of This Recipe:
Only 4 ingredients for a budget-friendly side
Hands-off slow cooker method no babysitting required
Frees up oven space for holidays and big meals
Naturally creamy texture with no peeling needed
Versatile pairs with meat, seafood, or vegetarian plates
Great for meal prep and leftovers
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
2 pounds yellow potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1½-inch chunks
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or olive oil for lighter crockpot potatoes)
4 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
2 tablespoons fresh mixed herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary)
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions:
Scrub yellow potatoes well and cut into evenly sized chunks. Leave the skins on for extra flavor and better texture in your slow cooker potato side dish.
In a small bowl, mix melted butter (or olive oil), minced garlic, and chopped herbs until well combined.
Add potatoes to the slow cooker. Pour the garlic herb butter over the top. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Cover and cook:
LOW: 4–5 hours
HIGH: 2–3 hours
Potatoes should be fork-tender but not mushy. Avoid opening the lid often to keep cooking time consistent.
Gently stir, taste, and adjust seasoning. Add extra fresh herbs before serving for color and aroma.
Variations:
Olive Oil Herb Potatoes: Swap butter for olive oil for a Mediterranean crockpot potato version
Lemon Garlic Potatoes: Finish with fresh lemon juice for brightness
Parmesan Herb Potatoes: Toss with grated Parmesan just before serving
Rosemary Garlic Potatoes: Emphasize rosemary and thyme for deeper flavor
Dairy-Free Slow Cooker Potatoes: Use olive oil only
Serving Ideas:
These easy slow cooker potatoes pair perfectly with:
Roast chicken
Grilled steak
Baked salmon
Vegetarian roasted vegetable plates
Brunch spreads with eggs and greens
