Are you ready to transform ordinary potatoes into a mind-blowing side dish that will have everyone begging for seconds? This Crockpot Creamy Ranch Garlic Potatoes recipe is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen! Imagine tender, buttery baby potatoes infused with zesty ranch flavor, garlic, and a luxurious creamy texture that melts in your mouth - all achieved with minimal effort in your trusty slow cooker.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs baby potatoes
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly, removing any dirt or blemishes. If potatoes are larger, cut them into roughly 1-inch bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Mince the garlic cloves finely, ensuring they are chopped into small, uniform pieces to distribute flavor evenly throughout the dish.
- Prepare the slow cooker by lightly greasing the interior with cooking spray or a thin layer of butter to prevent sticking.
- Place the cleaned and prepared baby potatoes into the crockpot, spreading them out in an even layer.
- Sprinkle the entire packet of ranch seasoning mix over the potatoes, ensuring complete coverage.
- Cut the butter into small cubes and distribute them evenly across the top of the potatoes.
- Sprinkle the minced garlic over the potatoes and butter.
- Pour the heavy cream slowly and evenly over the potatoes, ensuring all are lightly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, gently tossing the potatoes to distribute seasonings.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat, cooking for 6 hours until potatoes are tender and creamy.
- Occasionally stir the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure even heat distribution and prevent sticking.
- Once cooking is complete, gently stir the potatoes to break up any remaining whole pieces and create a creamy consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or ranch seasoning to preference.
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with chopped fresh parsley or chives for added color and flavor.
Tips
- Choose the right potatoes: Baby potatoes work best, but if using larger potatoes, ensure you cut them into uniform 1-inch pieces for even cooking.
- Don't skip greasing the crockpot - this prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- For extra flavor, consider using fresh garlic and adding a sprinkle of parmesan cheese in the last hour of cooking.
- Stir the potatoes halfway through cooking to ensure even heat distribution and prevent burning.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with the heavy cream before adding it to the crockpot.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, though the result will be slightly less creamy.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like chives or parsley just before serving to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Cholesterol: 110mg
