Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes is made with russet potatoes, can cream of chicken soup, and center cut bacon.
- Prep
- 25 min
- Cook
- 210 min
- Total
- 235 min
- Original yield
- Serves 8
- Ingredients
- 9 listed
Make it part of your week
Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Sides
- Primary protein
- Chicken · Pork
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 16–30 minutes · Total: over 60 minutes
A few quick notes
1. Check when to cover
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
2. Match the cuts in the method
Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.
3. Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Get to know the ingredients
center cut bacon
In the method: Cook and chop bacon.
russet potatoes (about 3 pounds)
In the method: Peel and thinly slice the potatoes.
cream cheese
In the method: Warm the cream cheese in the microwave for 30 seconds (in a small glass bowl).
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 8. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 1 lb. center cut baconIngredient note
Source: 5 russet potatoes (about 3 pounds)Ingredient note
Source: 4 oz. cream cheeseIngredient note
Source: 10.5 oz. can cream of chicken soupIngredient note
Source: 1/2 cup salted butter (melted)Ingredient note
Source: 1 oz. ranch seasoning mixIngredient note
Source: 1 Tbsp. minced garlicIngredient note
Source: 1/2 tsp. black pepperIngredient note
Source: 4 oz. cheddar cheese (shredded)
How to make it
0 of 6 steps completeMake room for Slow Cooker Scalloped Potatoes
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Enjoy!
A little more help as you go
Choose the cooking schedule
Check the slow-cooker setting and timing before deciding when to start.
Prepare the whisked mixture
Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.
Follow the microwave stages
Use the settings, sequence and checks specified for the microwave.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the slow cooker and crock pot. Start with this step: Cook and chop bacon.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Cover and cook on high for 3.5 - 4 hours until tender.
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Check the slow-cooker setting and timing before deciding when to start.
Additional recipe notes
Can I use ham instead of bacon? Yes, ham is very common in scalloped potatoes. Use 1 cup of diced ham, this ham can be leftover ham. Can I leave the skin on the potatoes? Leaving the skin on in a recipe for slow cooker potatoes is up to the chef. If you leave the skins on they do tend to fall off into the sauce and some do not like texture. How long can I keep scalloped potatoes warm in a slow cooker? Two hours is the maximum you want to keep scalloped potatoes on the warm setting after cooking. Can I prepare these ahead of time? I prefer to prepare and cook these the day I need them. The potatoes will brown if made ahead before cooking.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: themagicalslowcooker.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.