These Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes are the perfect cheesy side dish for your next family meal or holiday gathering. So simple and easy to make, this no-fail recipe is absolutely delicious. Everyone will go crazy for it – guaranteed!

Three small serving plates filled with cheesy potatoes cooked in the Crockpot with the large crockpot placed in the background.

Cheesy Crockpot Potatoes

If this reminds you of my cheesy funeral potatoes recipe, then you would be correct! These Crockpot cheesy potatoes are nearly identical – with a few simple modifications.

The most obvious difference is the use of a slow cooker instead of an oven – simply dump, mix, and let the crockpot do all the work. It’s the perfect recipe for holidays like Christmas and Easter when oven space is limited. You’ll also notice that I’ve added a little cream cheese to the recipe for extra creaminess and skipped the crispy cornflake topping. Don’t worry, if the crispy, buttery topping is your favorite part, I’ve included instructions on how to add it to this crockpot version later in the post.

This recipe serves approximately 6-8 people as a side dish. However, it is so popular and goes so fast that I highly recommend doubling the recipe if you plan to serve it for a larger group or family gathering. In both cases, a 6-quart crock pot will work perfectly.

Ingredients

Potatoes: This recipe uses frozen diced potatoes, but frozen hash brown potatoes or even tater tots will also work.
Cheese: I highly recommend freshly shredded cheese from a block rather than purchasing pre-shredded cheese in a bag. This recipe calls for a combination of sharp cheddar cheese and Monterrey Jack, but any combo is delicious!
Creamy Soup: A can of cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup is added to create a creamy, rich base and texture. Cream of celery soup is another fantastic alternative.
Sour Cream: An absolute must, in my opinion, for its tanginess, which helps balance the richness of the cheese and cream of chicken soup.
Fresh Onion: Another must-have ingredient for its unmatched flavor. Feel free to sauté the onion in a small skillet beforehand to soften and enhance the flavor.
Cream Cheese: I love adding cream cheese for its rich flavor and smooth creaminess. For best results, use full-fat cream cheese.
Seasonings: Salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Find the printable recipe with measurements in the recipe card below.

Large slow cooker filled with the ingredients required to make Crockpot cheesy potatoes.

Large Crockpot filled with cooked cheesy potatoes with gooey melted cheddar cheese on top.

How to Make Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes

1. Prep: Break apart the frozen diced potatoes and allow them sufficient time to thaw before cooking. In the meantime, spray the inside of a large 6-quart crock pot with non-stick cooking spray and allow the cream cheese to reach room temperature.

2. Combine the Ingredients: Whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in the crock pot until smooth, then add the diced onion and thawed potatoes, mixing just until combined.

3. Add the Shredded Cheeses: Fold the shredded cheeses into the potato mixture. Optional – Set aside half of the cheese and sprinkle over the top of the potatoes in the last 30 minutes of cooking.

4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours.

5. Serve: Best served warm.

Tip: If you plan to serve this side dish recipe at a potluck, BBQ, or family gathering, set your crockpot to “warm” after the potatoes have finished cooking. This will keep them warm as guests graze.

Wooden spatula filled with a large serving of cheese potatoes with a large Crockpot in the background.

How to Add a Crispy Topping

You can add a crispy topping similar to this Funeral Potatoes Recipe!

Combine 1-2 cups of crushed Cornflakes, Ritz crackers, potato chips, or Panko breadcrumbs with four tablespoons of melted butter.
Spread evenly over a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Toast in a preheated 325-degree F oven for approximately 8-10 minutes.
Sprinkle over the potatoes just before serving.

Three plates with a black rim filled with Crockpot cheesy potatoes and garnished with minced parsley.

Can You Freeze Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes

Yes. Remember that the potatoes’ texture may change after freezing and thawing, and the creamy cheese sauce may separate.

To freeze, allow the potatoes to cool to room temperature before transferring to airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags. Place in the freezer for 2-3 months. Thaw the frozen potatoes in the refrigerator overnight before reheating in the microwave or oven.

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