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Large bowl of slow cooker mashed potatoes topped with butter and chopped parsley to garnish.
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Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
8 hrs
Total Time
8 hrs 10 mins
 

Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes are a great way to free up space on your stove. They are easy to make, can be made ahead, and full of flavor thanks to a little garlic.

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: make ahead mashed potatoes, slow cooker mashed potatoes
Servings: 10
Calories: 287 kcal
Author: Malinda Linnebur
Ingredients
  • 5 pounds (2.3kg) Yukon gold or russet potatoes, washed and scrubbed (peeled if desired)
  • 1 cup (235ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup (235ml) whole milk or half and half
  • ¼ cup (55g) butter
  • 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup (235ml) sour cream, yogurt, or 4 ounces cream cheese
Instructions

  1. Place cubed potatoes in the slow cooker. (cut into 1½ inch cubes) Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Add butter and sprinkle with garlic, salt, and pepper. Be sure to leave the garlic on top so it doesn't burn.

  2. Cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW 6-8 hours or until potatoes are tender.

  3. When ready to mash add in the sour cream and mash with a potato masher or an electric mixer. Just be careful not to over mix or your potatoes may become gummy. Serve immediately or place on the warm setting for up to 2 hours. Stir before serving.

Recipe Notes
  1. If your potatoes are little dry stir in more milk. 
  2. Use russets or Yukon gold. Red skinned require more mashing to become smooth and run the risk of becoming gummy.
  3. I like to use chicken broth and it's what I have always used but feel free to replace it with vegetable broth.
  4. Do not use reduced-fat or skim milk as they curdle much easier. If you are worried about it curdling use half and half or even heavy cream. I have always used whole milk and haven't had a problem but all slow cookers cook differently.
  5. If garlic is not your thing feel free to leave it out. 
  6. Freezer Friendly- Cool completely and place in an airtight container or freezer bag. Freeze for up to 6 months. To use: thaw completely and reheat as desired. You will need to add a little more broth or milk to make them creamy again.
  7. Nutrition Facts: Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the information shown is just an estimate. Nutrition information is calculated using whole milk, reduced sodium chicken broth, and regular sour cream. Nutrition is for 1/10 of the mashed potatoes which is 1 serving.
Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 287 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 27mg9%
Sodium 90mg4%
Potassium 1035mg30%
Carbohydrates 43g14%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 334IU7%
Vitamin C 14mg17%
Calcium 86mg9%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the information shown is just an estimate.