Make this Baked Potato Casserole in the slow cooker, it has smashed russet potatoes with all the deluxe baked potato toppings mixed in!

We love baked potatoes in our house, so we often make variations of loaded baked potatoes in our crockpot. This week we did a baked potato casserole, perfect for dinner or a special occasion.

How to make Baked Potato Casserole in the slow cooker:

You will need:

• 5 pounds russet potatoes
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes
• Water to cover
• 1/2 cup salted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 16 ounces sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 16 ounces bacon, sliced and cooked
• 1 bunch green onion, sliced

Directions:

• Peel and cut the russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Add to the slow cooker.
• Add water to cover the potatoes and add 2 chicken bouillon cubes.

How long do I cook?

• Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 5 hours.
• Do not open the lid during the cooking time. Drain the potatoes before mixing or adding ingredients.

Should I smash the potatoes or use a handheld mixer?

• I like to smash the potatoes with a potato masher though if you do not have a potato masher you can use a handheld mixer (the kind with 2 beaters) and mix right in the slow cooker.
• Add the butter, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Smash or blend until the desired texture is achieved. I like some chunks of potato in this, just like a baked potato.

• Mix in all of the sour cream, half of the cheese, half of the bacon and half of the green onion.
• Smooth out the casserole and sprinkle over the remaining cheese. Place the lid back on the slow cooker and cook on high for 20 minutes more. Sprinkle over the remaining bacon and green onion after the cheese has melted.

Can I use cream cheese instead of sour cream?

Yes, use one 8-ounce block of cream cheese in place of the sour cream in this recipe.

Can I use a different type of potato other than russet?

Any type of potato can be used in this recipe, choose one of these if you do not have russets:

• Red potatoes
• Yukon gold potatoes

How can I make this lower in calories?

• Cut the butter in half
• Fat-free or reduced-fat sour cream
• Low-fat cheese
• Turkey bacon

What to serve with Baked Potato Casserole:

• Prime Rib (cheesy potatoes are a MUST with prime rib)
• Slow Cooker Meatloaf
• Crockpot Pork Chops and Gravy
• Slow Cooker Horseradish Pot Roast
• Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken

Can I freeze leftover baked potato casserole?

• Yes, spoon the cooled potatoes into ziplock bags and squeeze out all the air.
• Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge for 24 hours before needed.
• Reheat in oven, microwave or stove-top.

What other baked potato themed recipes can I make in the slow cooker?

• Slow Cooker Baked Potato Soup
• Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes
• Slow Cooker Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes
• Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup with Chicken