Here’s an easy and comforting recipe for **Crockpot Loaded Mashed Potatoes**. This dish combines creamy mashed potatoes with all the delicious toppings you love, like cheese, bacon, and green onions. Using a crockpot makes it super convenient to prepare, and it’s perfect for potlucks or family dinners.
### Crockpot Loaded Mashed Potatoes Recipe
**Ingredients:**
– 5 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
– 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1/2 cup milk (more as needed for consistency)
– 1/2 tsp garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
– 1/4 cup green onions or chives, chopped (for garnish)
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the potatoes in the crockpot:**
– Place the peeled and chopped potatoes in the crockpot. Add the chicken broth and cubed butter over the potatoes. Cover and cook on **high** for 3-4 hours or on **low** for 6-7 hours, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
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2. **Mash the potatoes:**
– Once the potatoes are fully cooked, use a potato masher or an electric hand mixer to mash the potatoes directly in the crockpot. Mash to your desired consistency.
3. **Add the creamy ingredients:**
– Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy. If the potatoes are too thick, add a bit more milk until you reach your desired consistency.
4. **Top with cheese and bacon:**
– Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over the top of the mashed potatoes. Cover the crockpot and let it cook on low for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
5. **Garnish and serve:**
– Before serving, garnish the loaded mashed potatoes with chopped green onions or chives for added flavor and color.
### Tips:
– **Potato choice:** Yukon Gold potatoes are creamy and buttery, while Russets provide a fluffier texture. Use whichever you prefer or a mix of both.
– **Bacon preparation:** For crispy bacon, cook it separately in a skillet or bake it in the oven until crisp, then crumble it over the mashed potatoes.
– **Make it ahead:** You can prepare this dish a few hours in advance and keep it warm in the crockpot on the “warm” setting.
– **Add-ins:** Customize your loaded mashed potatoes with extra toppings like chopped jalapeños, diced onions, or even a sprinkle of paprika for a smoky flavor.
Enjoy your **Crockpot Loaded Mashed Potatoes**—a perfect, comforting side dish that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering!
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