Here’s a simple, comforting Slow Cooker Potatoes and Onions recipe—perfect as a side dish or even a light meal 🥔🧅
🥔 Slow Cooker Potatoes and Onions
🧾 Ingredients
- 4–5 medium potatoes (peeled and sliced)
- 1 large onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 tbsp butter (or oil)
- 2–3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme or oregano)
- ¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep the veggies
Slice potatoes and onions evenly so they cook at the same rate. - Layer in slow cooker
Add a layer of potatoes, then onions. Repeat until everything is used. - Add flavor
Sprinkle salt, pepper, paprika, herbs, and garlic over the layers. - Add liquid & butter
Pour broth over everything and dot with butter. - Cook
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
Cook until potatoes are tender.
- Finish & serve
Gently stir before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
💡 Variations
- 🧀 Cheesy version: Add shredded cheddar in the last 20 minutes
- 🥓 Meaty twist: Add cooked beef or chicken pieces
- 🌶️ Spicy kick: Add chili flakes or green chilies
- 🥬 Herby fresh: Garnish with parsley or coriander
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Great with grilled chicken, roasted meat, or even fried eggs for breakfast.
If you want, I can give you a crispy oven version, a Desi masala style, or a budget-friendly meal prep version.
