Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe
Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy potatoes every time. The warm, cozy aroma will fill your home and have your family begging for more. Try it with my Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Mexican Street Corn Avocado Toast and Easy Lentil and Rice Stuffed Cabbage Rolls.
Why This Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside
- Easy cleanup with slow cooker
- Customize toppings to your liking
- Perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Optional: Sour cream
- Optional: Shredded cheese
- Optional: Crispy bacon
- Optional: Chives or green onions
- Optional: Butter
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Potatoes: Scrub potatoes clean but do not peel.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Slow Cooker — Hands-off cooking for perfect potatoes every time. → See on Amazon
- Potato Masher — Ensures perfectly fluffy potatoes. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe
- Prepare potatoes: Scrub potatoes clean, prick with a fork, and rub with olive oil and salt. Place in slow cooker.
- Cook potatoes: Cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 8-10 hours.
- Broil for crispiness: Carefully remove potatoes from slow cooker, slice, and broil for 5-10 minutes.
- Add toppings: Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe
- Common mistake and fix: If potatoes are not soft, cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- : For extra flavor, sprinkle with garlic powder before broiling.
- : To make ahead, prepare potatoes in slow cooker, then broil and add toppings just before serving.
Storing & Reheating Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Potatoes can be made ahead and reheated before adding toppings.
Freezing Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra crispiness, toss potatoes in a bit of cornstarch before broiling.
- Best substitution: Sweet potatoes can be used as a substitute for russet potatoes.
- Make-ahead: Potatoes can be made ahead and reheated before adding toppings.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not soft, cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour.
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Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Crispy bacon
- Chives or green onions
- Butter
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes: Scrub potatoes clean, prick with a fork, and rub with olive oil and salt. Place in slow cooker.
- Cook potatoes: Cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 8-10 hours.
- Broil for crispiness: Carefully remove potatoes from slow cooker, slice, and broil for 5-10 minutes.
- Add toppings: Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra crispiness, toss potatoes in a bit of cornstarch before broiling.
- Best substitution: Sweet potatoes can be used as a substitute for russet potatoes.
- Make-ahead: Potatoes can be made ahead and reheated before adding toppings.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not soft, cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Potatoes can be made ahead and reheated before adding toppings.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 270
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 1.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe FAQs
Yes, prepare potatoes in slow cooker, then broil and add toppings just before serving.
If potatoes are not soft, cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Yes, sweet potatoes can be used as a substitute for russet potatoes.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Not recommended for freezing.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potatoes Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
