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This Slow Cooker Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes recipe is a retro classic! I went back to the recipe vault of my youth to unearth this classic! These delicious creamy, cheesy crock pot scalloped potatoes are an amazing scalloped potatoes side dish recipe!
Slow Cooker Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
I don’t know why, but lately I have been craving some of the old classic recipes from my youth. Those were the working mom’s recipes that could cook all day while she was at work and the kids were at school.
So from the “Way Back” files I bring you the classic Slow Cooker Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes. Creamy, cheesy, with bacon, onion, and a yummy sauce.
I chose to use thick cut bacon in this scalloped potatoes recipe because it will withstand the long cook time. Also, thick cut bacon tends to be leaner, in my experience.
If you want to, you can substitute leftover ham for the bacon. Or, leave the meat out entirely.
This crock pot cheesy scalloped potatoes recipe is not a low fat recipe! Considered yourself forewarned. For an occasional splurge, a holiday, or even a potluck, this is the recipe to use.
A few ways to make this recipe healthier would be to use reduced fat/sodium soup, low fat milk, low fat cheese, and use turkey bacon.
You could make a vegetarian version of Slow Cooker Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes by using cream of celery soup, and omitting the bacon.
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Slow Cooker Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes
Equipment
Ingredients
Sauce
- 1 (10.75 oz) can Cream of Chicken Soup*
- ½ cup Chicken Broth, or water
- 1 ½ cups Milk
Layers
- 6 lg Potatoes, peeled & sliced thin
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
- 1 lg Onion, diced
- 6 slices Thick Cut Smoky Bacon, uncooked, chopped
- 3 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Spray a 6 qt or larger slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray, or use a generous amount of butter to grease the crock well.
- Mix the cream of chicken soup, broth or water, and the milk together. Pour ⅓ of the sauce in bottom of the crock.
- Add ⅓ of the potatoes to the crock, covering the entire bottom. Spread them out evenly, overlapping.
- Sprinkle on ⅓ each of the pepper, garlic powder, onion, bacon, sauce, and cheese, in that order.
- Make 2 more layers the same way.
- Put the lid on and cook on Low for 6-8 hours, or until potatoes are fork tender.
- Serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I’m going to try this! I assume it’s ok to use high for 4 hours? Or are they better slow cooked for 8?
Either time works, just check them as cook time will vary depending on how thick the potato pieces are.
What type of potatoes did you use?
I used russet. You can also use gold potatoes. Red potatoes are delicious , though may need a little more cook time.
I found this recipe to be quite tasty,however it was really watery. I know when my mother used to make these she would sprinkle flour between the layers of potatoes and that would help thicken the broth. The next time I make this I will try doing that and see how that works.
Thank you for the tip. My batches have never been watery, but this is a good idea.
If you use uncooked bacon, how does it cook? I mean is it soggy? I like crispy bacon.
If you like crisp bacon, cook it separately in a skillet or in the oven.
I want to make this recipe for a crowd. Can I double everything?
Yes, as long as it fits in your slow cooker!
Love this recipe it is my go to for scalloped potatoes ! Highly recommend
An these be cooked on high?
If you do, cook them for less time and keep an eye on them.
Can I make this recipe in my multi-cooker using the slow cooker setting?
Yes, it should work. Timing will depend on the brand and model you have. Check the user manual for suggested time & temp.
Can I Pre make these and leave in the fridge overnight or will it become to soggy. Maybe a stupid question.
Yes, they should be fine. Let the crock come up to room temp or close before heating so you don’t risk it cracking.
Couldn’t get these to cook in the slow cooker, after 5 hours had to put them in the oven. They were really good once they finally cooked!
Oh I’m sorry to hear that. Maybe they were sliced too thick?
Excellent potatoes! They were so creamy and flavorful! This recipe makes a lot!