Crock Pot Red Potatoes

Crock pot red potatoes is a quick and easy side dish that compliments any dinner meal. Made with plenty of garlic, olive oil, butter and dill then sprinkled with parmesan cheese it’s a kid favorite!

Between school, activities, and work, life can get a bit crazy! Being able to make a recipe with under 10 ingredients has been a lifesaver. Plus, the kids rave over this side dish!

Looking for more crockpot potato recipes? We have you covered with our Crockpot Chicken and Potatoes, Easy Crockpot Potato Soup and Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes.

spoon scooping up red potatoes from bowl

Crockpot Potatoes

In the past, we have tried to toss whole red potatoes in the slow cooker for this recipe. However, believe us when we say that slicing each red potato is 100% worth the effort! As a result, your potatoes will be tender in the middle and crispy around the edges – you can thank us later!

Using red potatoes for baking, roasting or in slow cooker recipes is our preference because these potatoes will hold their texture. For instance, the flesh of the potato will stay firm while cooking because of the waxy skin.

Plus, my family LOVES to add their own twist to the recipe! As a result, I’ve seen these crock pot potatoes turn into loaded potatoes, bacon cheesy potatoes, mashed potatoes, ranch potatoes and garlic potatoes. The possibilities are endless!

To get started, gather the ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card. Enjoy!

Ingredients

3 pounds red potatoes, quartered
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dill weed ✅
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, shredded

Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.

spices, butter, garlic and red potatoes in crock pot

How To Make

Add the potatoes, olive oil, butter, dill weed, garlic, salt, and pepper to the bottom of the crockpot. Stir.

Cook

Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-4 hours.

Serve

Serve topped with parmesan cheese.

Pro Tip: Using an Instant Pot instead of a crockpot is another great option – especially if you want to turn this recipe into a quick baked potato soup!

Potato Seasoning Ideas

We change the seasonings that are added to this recipe each time that it is made because we enjoy trying different options. Overall, we recommend swapping, adding or eliminating spices from this recipe based on your flavor preferences and cabinet stock!

Garlic salt
Onion powder
Rosemary
Thyme
Italian seasoning
Basil
Dry ranch seasoning

Potato Topping Ideas

The flavor doesn’t stop at the seasonings, consider any or all of these toppings to finish off the side dish. Add right before serving to elevate this recipe even more!

Cheese
Sour cream
Chives
Sautéed onions
Bacon Bits
Green onions

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store?

Store in the fridge for 3-4 days in an airtight container. Do not freeze as the potatoes will have an unappetizing texture when thawed.

How to reheat?

Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until hot or microwave in 20-second increments until hot.

What bottle of olive oil do I pick?

Do you ever stand in the cooking oil aisle at the grocery store and wonder which olive oil to buy?! There are SO many options these days and it can be overwhelming.

However, here are a few helpful tips to pick a bottle:

Pick a darker bottle since a dark container will keep out light, which can reduce the quality of the oil
Choose a glass bottle since glass protects the oil from oxygen, which can decrease the health benefits
Find a bottle from a lower shelf since oil stored on the bottom shelf will likely be exposed to less light

How long to cook potatoes in crock pot?

Cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-4 hours. As a reminder, the longer that you cook the potatoes, the more tender they will become.

Looking for meals with red potatoes? Try pairing this dish with:

Remember that your family will love this recipe no matter what you serve with these Crockpot Potatoes so pick your favorite and enjoy!

crockpot red potatoes with spices and parmesan cheese

Kids In The Kitchen

Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.

Quartered potatoes means to cut each potato into four pieces. This helps the potatoes to cook quicker than if they were whole or cut in half.
Make dairy free by removing the parmesan cheese and using a dairy-free butter alternative.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of dry ranch seasoning on the potatoes for even more flavor.

More Crockpot Side Dishes

CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.

The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.

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