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Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes

  • Author: Christina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
  • Total Time: 5 minute
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Side
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the warm, comforting embrace of slow cooker baked potatoes that transform into fluffy delights with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned and customizable, they make any meal special.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium Russet Potatoes
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • Your Favorite Toppings (e.g., sour cream, chives, shredded cheese)

Instructions

  1. Wash and Prep: Scrub the Russet potatoes under cold water until clean. Pat them dry with a towel.
  2. Oil and Season: Rub each potato with olive oil. Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper evenly over them.
  3. Place in Slow Cooker: Arrange the seasoned potatoes in the slow cooker. They can be stacked if necessary.
  4. Set It and Forget It: Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  5. Check for Doneness: After cooking time, pierce one potato with a fork; it should slide in easily. If not, continue cooking for another hour.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Cut open each potato and fluff the insides with a fork before adding your favorite toppings.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 potato (180g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 460mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - Feel free to add spices like garlic powder or paprika before cooking for extra flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or oven.