Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Potatoes & Onions

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🥔 Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Potatoes & Onions

 Description

Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Potatoes & Onions is a simple yet incredibly flavorful side dish made with tender potatoes, sweet onions, and rich butter. Slow cooking allows the flavors to blend perfectly, creating soft, buttery potatoes infused with garlic and herbs. This recipe is perfect for busy days because the slow cooker does all the work while you enjoy a comforting and delicious dish.

 Ingredients

  • 2 lbs baby potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes, cut into chunks

  • 1 large onion, sliced

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

Step 1 – Prepare Potatoes

Wash and cut potatoes into bite-sized chunks.

Step 2 – Layer Ingredients

Place potatoes in the slow cooker, then add sliced onions on top.

Step 3 – Add Seasoning

Sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning.

Step 4 – Add Butter

Place cubed butter evenly over the potatoes and onions.

Step 5 – Drizzle Oil

Add olive oil for extra flavor and moisture.

Step 6 – Cook

Cover and cook:

  • Low: 5–6 hours

  • High: 3–4 hours

until potatoes are tender.

Step 7 – Stir & Serve

Gently stir before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.

 Servings

4–6 servings

Nutritional Information (Per Serving Approx.)

  • Calories: 210 kcal

  • Protein: 4 g

  • Fat: 9 g

  • Carbohydrates: 30 g

  • Fiber: 3 g

  • Sodium: 380 mg

 Tips

✔ Use Yukon Gold potatoes for the best creamy texture.
✔ Cut potatoes evenly so they cook at the same speed.
✔ Add parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
✔ Stir once halfway through cooking for even seasoning.

Notes

  • This recipe works well with red potatoes or baby potatoes.

  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.

  • Reheat in microwave or skillet with a little butter.

 Benefits

✅ Easy dump-and-go slow cooker recipe
✅ Budget-friendly ingredients
✅ Great side dish for many meals
✅ Naturally vegetarian

Q & A

Q: Can I add meat to this recipe?

Yes! Add smoked sausage, bacon, or ham for a full meal.

Q: Can I make this in the oven instead?

Yes. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 35–40 minutes.

Q: Why are my potatoes mushy?

They may have cooked too long or were cut too small.

Q: What meals pair well with this dish?

  • Grilled chicken

  • Steak

  • Meatloaf

  • BBQ ribs

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