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Crock Pot Bacon Ranch Potatoes


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. Hands-Off Cooking : Let your slow cooker do all the work while you focus on other things.
  2. Creamy & Cheesy : A rich blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar creates a luscious texture.
  3. Flavor-Packed : Crispy bacon and ranch seasoning add bold, savory goodness to every bite.
  4. Easy to Customize : Add extra toppings or adjust ingredients to suit your taste.
  5. Crowd-Pleasing : Always a hit at potlucks, holidays, or casual weeknight dinners.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Serves 6–8

For the Dish:

  • 4 medium russet potatoes , peeled and diced into bite-sized cubes
  • 8 oz cream cheese , softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese , divided
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning (about 1 oz, or make your own—see below)
  • 6 slices bacon , cooked crisp and crumbled
  • Salt and pepper , to taste

Optional Toppings:

  • Extra shredded cheddar cheese
  • Green onions , sliced
  • Additional crumbled bacon

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Ingredients

  1. Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch, then pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces. Set aside.

Step 2: Assemble in the Crock Pot

  1. In a large slow cooker, combine the diced potatoes, softened cream cheese, sour cream, chicken broth, and ranch seasoning. Stir gently to coat the potatoes evenly.
  2. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top, along with half of the crumbled bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3: Cook

  1. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours , or until the potatoes are tender and the mixture is creamy. Stir occasionally if possible to prevent sticking.

Step 4: Add Final Touches

  1. During the last 15–20 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and let the cheese melt.
  2. Once done, stir in the remaining crumbled bacon and garnish with optional toppings like green onions or extra cheese.

Step 5: Serve

  1. Serve warm as a side dish or snack, and enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness!