Discover the convenience and deliciousness of slow cooker baked potatoes with this easy recipe. Perfectly tender potatoes with fluffy insides are achieved effortlessly using your slow cooker, making them a fantastic side dish or even a simple main course topped with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients for Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes:
- 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Toppings of your choice: butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped chives, bacon bits, etc.
How to Make Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes:
- Prepare Potatoes:
- Scrub potatoes clean under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Pierce each potato several times with a fork or knife.
- Season and Cook:
- Rub potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt.
- Cook in Slow Cooker:
- Place potatoes directly into the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve:
- Once cooked, carefully remove potatoes from the slow cooker.
- Slice each potato open lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped chives, bacon bits, or any other desired toppings.
About the Main Ingredients:
- Russet Potatoes: Known for their starchy texture and fluffy insides when cooked, russet potatoes are ideal for baking and hold up well in the slow cooker.
- Olive Oil: Helps to coat the potatoes and promote even cooking, while also adding a touch of flavor.
- Salt: Enhances the natural flavor of the potatoes and is essential for seasoning.
Enjoy these slow cooker baked potatoes as a versatile and easy-to-prepare dish that complements any meal. Whether served as a side or a main course, they’re sure to be a hit with the whole family.
