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Slow Cooker “Campfire” Potatoes

by Sarah Olson on August 2, 2017 | Updated November 2, 2020 35 Comments

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Make these Slow Cooker “Campfire” Potatoes for your next cookout or while camping if you have hook-ups.

sliced potatoes, onions and russet potates in a slow cooker

I haven’t been able to go camping (in our travel trailer) this year. We had some family emergencies and we also just got back from a Carnival Cruise, which took up some of our normal camping dates. I love making recipes in my slow cooker while camping, instead of grilling or using the fire. It’s mainly because I know that I’ll get good results and it’s even more joyful for me to cook in the slow cooker when it’s not at home!

When I started preparing to make these potatoes I planned to make loaded style potatoes, then I came across a few recipes online that use Worcestershire sauce, I added some extra flavors like garlic and parmesan to make these potatoes unique. The butter sauce that I make for these potatoes tastes like a homemade dressing. If you are looking for a unique recipe to make, this is a great one to try.

russet potatoes, Worcestershire sauce, parmesan cheese, seasonings, cheese, and butter in front of a slow cooker.

After the potatoes are mixed with the butter mixture, it may seem dry. It won’t be I promise, the butter will melt back down and make a delicious sauce for the potatoes.

melted butter, cheese, parmesan cheese, russet potato slices, seasonings, and Worcestershire sauce on a wooden table.

Below is what the potatoes look like after cooking on high for 4 hours. Keep the lid on the entire time so the potatoes get tender.

Slow Cooker "Campfire" Potatoes
close up of campfire potatoes in a red bowl

I hope you enjoy this side dish recipe! I’ll be back next week with another new recipe. I’m wishing summer wasn’t flying by so fast so I can make more recipes like this one.

sliced potatoes with cheese and onions in a slow cooker.

Slow Cooker “Campfire” Potatoes

5 from 8 votes
Whether in big outdoors or just craving your campfire favorites, these potatoes will be a hit with all.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Campfire Potatoes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 364kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 4 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 5 medium russet potatoes sliced
  • 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) melted
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic (1 large clove); minced
  • 1 cup white onion (1 small); sliced
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese
US Customary – Metric

Instructions:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the butter, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic.
  • Add the potatoes, the cheeses, and onion to the bowl with the butter mixture. Mix until the potatoes are coated.
  • Spray the slow cooker with non-stick spray.
  • Add the potatoes mixture; smooth out into an even layer.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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Nutrition:

Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 814mg | Potassium: 824mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 734IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 298mg | Iron: 6mg
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    Comments

    1. Betty Schmidt says

      November 2, 2020 at 8:06 am

      Sounds very good am going to make some tomorrow

      Reply
    2. Terri says

      August 30, 2020 at 8:00 pm

      5 stars
      So, first of all, I love these potatoes!
      Second, I’m lazy, so I just put my boneless skinless chicken thighs on the bottom of my crockpot added a little bit more of all the other ingredients except the potatoes, and poured the whole potato mixture on top of the chicken. It was fantastic!! And the leftovers were even better!!!

      Reply
    3. Terri says

      August 29, 2020 at 4:44 pm

      Could you cook your meat right in the same pot at the same time?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 30, 2020 at 12:01 pm

        I don’t see why not. It may add more liquid but still may be good.

        Reply
    4. Alice Brydon says

      August 19, 2020 at 5:22 pm

      What kind of potatoes do you use for this “Campfire ” recipe? I would guess “waxey” potatoes such as red bliss or Yukon gold from the picture. Also, I would think an Idaho would fall apart during cooking.

      Am I right?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 20, 2020 at 9:10 am

        I used russet (I added that to the recipe). I use idaho a lot in the slow cooker, unless you cook for too long they hold up fine.

        Reply
    5. Stu says

      August 19, 2020 at 11:19 am

      5 stars
      So delicious, both my daughters have both taken note of the recipe.

      Reply
    6. Yvonne Holland says

      August 17, 2020 at 2:56 pm

      I made the campfire slow cooker potatoes and served it with meat loaf, I will be making this again. Excellent flavour,

      Reply
    7. Sharon Caudle says

      August 17, 2020 at 4:15 am

      How thick do you cut the potatoes?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 17, 2020 at 7:11 am

        About a 1/4 inch thick

        Reply
    8. Ed Borowiak says

      August 15, 2020 at 10:41 am

      I’d like to thank you for emailing me this recipe the potatoes were fantastic.

      Reply
    9. Wayne Powers says

      July 13, 2020 at 12:20 am

      Does this have to use cheese? I do not eat cheese, but I love potatoes like this.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        July 13, 2020 at 10:53 am

        Yes, i think so. You may need to add a touch more salt.

        Reply
    10. Marinus says

      June 7, 2019 at 4:05 pm

      I cannot use Worchestersauce (gluten). Do you have suggestiuons for other sauces/flavours?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        June 7, 2019 at 5:02 pm

        Maybe a touch of soy sauce?

        Reply
        • Dawn says

          November 15, 2019 at 7:51 am

          Not all soy sauces are gluten free

          Reply
      • Dawn says

        November 15, 2019 at 7:50 am

        There are some gluten free Worcester
        Shire sauces. LEA & PERRINS

        Reply
        • David says

          August 15, 2020 at 11:07 am

          Lea & Perrins IS gluten free according to their bottle. On a side note, I am not usually a stickler for name brand anything, Lea & Perrins IS THE ONLY Worcestershire sauce, in my humble opinion. Never tasted another that compared

          Reply
      • Kerrie says

        February 8, 2020 at 8:45 pm

        You can get a gluten free Worcestershire sauce. Look around in health food shops, gluten free sections in supermarkets etc.

        Reply
      • Gaile Hennig says

        February 9, 2020 at 5:41 am

        Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce is gluten free. It says it right on the bottle.

        Reply
    11. Anonymous says

      December 19, 2018 at 9:20 am

      Making this now going to add some cooked bacon chopped up add a little extra flavor..

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 19, 2018 at 3:47 pm

        that’s a great idea!

        Reply
    12. Paul Cooke says

      December 12, 2018 at 11:03 am

      Do you melt the butter first?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 12, 2018 at 12:38 pm

        Yes

        Reply
        • Anonymous says

          December 13, 2018 at 11:17 am

          Thank you for replying

          Reply
      • Lauren says

        November 2, 2020 at 10:49 am

        That’s what I was going to ask! Thanks.

        Reply
        • Sarah Olson says

          November 2, 2020 at 11:38 am

          Yes, thank you I added that to the recipe.

          Reply
    13. Kathi says

      March 25, 2018 at 7:07 pm

      Hi Sarah – since there is only one of me that I cook for when I made this recipe, I took the left overs and placed them in 3 individual freezer bags. Then later I took a bag out and added 2 Tablespoons of milk and reheated it in a microwave bowl for 2 – 2/12 minutes. Yum!!! Thanks for a great recipe.

      Reply
    14. Kristi says

      October 14, 2017 at 1:22 pm

      Thanks Sarah! This was a great recipe! I made it camping and everyone loved them. I cooked them all day and used one of those liners for the crockpot so cleanup was easy. The worcheshire sauce is the key and adds a perfect kick! Shared this recipe with all my friends.

      Reply
    15. Mary Ann Phillips says

      August 6, 2017 at 12:54 pm

      I think this dish makes a great meal with a fresh lettuce salad and maybe some fruit. Was thinking of adding some portabellos.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 6, 2017 at 1:15 pm

        sounds like a perfect meal Mary Ann!

        Reply
    16. Valerie Khan says

      August 3, 2017 at 11:42 am

      I wonder if you can do this recipe with cauliflower as opposed to potatoes? Just maybe not cook it as long.

      Reply
    17. Janice says

      August 3, 2017 at 12:01 am

      Hi… Wondering if you have ever doubled the campfire potato recipe, or 1 1/2 times??
      How much longer and did it cook good
      with more potatoes stacked higher,??? Thank you… Janice

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 3, 2017 at 7:20 am

        I think the cooking time will remain the same. Keep the lid on the entire time.

        Reply
      • Big Fisherman says

        July 23, 2020 at 12:50 pm

        Most slow cooker books say: more in the pot does not increase the cooking time.

        Reply

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