Slow Cooker Garlic Parmesan Potatoes (Tender, Buttery & Flavor-Packed)
These easy slow cooker potatoes are coated in garlic, butter, herbs, and plenty of Parmesan. They’re soft inside, flavorful throughout, and perfect as a hands-off side dish.
Serves: 6
Cook Time: 3–4 hours (HIGH) or 5–6 hours (LOW)
📝 Ingredients
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2 lbs baby potatoes (red or Yukon gold), halved if large
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4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1 tbsp olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Potatoes
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Wash and dry potatoes.
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Cut larger ones in half for even cooking.
Step 2: Season
In a large bowl, toss potatoes with:
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Melted butter
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Olive oil
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Garlic
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Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper
Mix until evenly coated.
Step 3: Slow Cook
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Lightly grease the slow cooker.
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Add seasoned potatoes in an even layer.
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Cover and cook:
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HIGH: 3–4 hours
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LOW: 5–6 hours
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Potatoes should be fork-tender.
Step 4: Add Parmesan
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Sprinkle Parmesan over potatoes during the last 20–30 minutes of cooking.
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Cover and allow cheese to melt and coat the potatoes.
Step 5: Finish & Serve
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Gently stir to distribute cheesy coating.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
✨ Optional Variations
🥓 Loaded Version
Add cooked crumbled bacon and a sprinkle of cheddar at the end.
🌶️ Spicy Kick
Add ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes.
🧀 Extra Cheesy
Mix in shredded mozzarella during the final 15 minutes.
🍋 Bright & Fresh
Add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
🧊 Storage
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Refrigerate up to 4 days
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Reheat in skillet or oven for best texture
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Not ideal for freezing (texture softens)
💡 Tips for Best Results
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Use similar-sized potatoes for even cooking.
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Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded.
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For crispier edges, broil potatoes 3–5 minutes after cooking.
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Avoid overcrowding the slow cooker for even heating.
If you’d like, I can also give you:
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🥔 Crispy oven-baked garlic Parmesan potatoes
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🧄 Garlic butter smashed potatoes
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🧀 Cheesy ranch slow cooker potatoes
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🥓 Bacon cheddar crockpot potatoes
Which one would you like next? 😊