Here’s a super easy and hands-off method for making Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes—tender, fluffy, and perfect for loading up with your favorite toppings. No oven needed!
🥔 Slow Cooker Baked Potato Recipe
Serves: 4–6 | Prep Time: 5 min | Cook Time: 4–8 hours (depending on setting)
🛒 Ingredients
- 4–6 medium russet potatoes
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Aluminum foil (optional, for classic “baked” texture)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the Potatoes:
- Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly.
- Pat them dry with a towel.
- (Optional) Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper for added flavor.
2. Wrap or Leave Unwrapped:
- For firmer, classic-style baked potatoes: Wrap each potato individually in foil.
- For softer skins and a slightly steamed texture: Leave them unwrapped.
3. Slow Cook:
- Place potatoes directly into the slow cooker (no water needed).
- Cook on HIGH for 4–5 hours or on LOW for 7–8 hours, until they are fork-tender.
4. Serve:
- Slice open and fluff with a fork.
- Top with butter, sour cream, cheese, chives, bacon bits, or your favorite toppings.
📝 Tips & Variations
- Add aromatics: Place garlic cloves or rosemary sprigs in the bottom of the slow cooker for added aroma.
- Crispier skin finish: Pop cooked potatoes under the broiler for 2–3 minutes.
- Great for a baked potato bar! Serve with chili, steamed broccoli, shredded chicken, etc.