Description
This recipe for The Best Crockpot Mashed Potatoes offers a hands-off, comforting side dish perfect for busy days or holiday meals. Using Yukon Gold potatoes slow-cooked in chicken broth with garlic and seasoning, then blended with butter, cream cheese, and sour cream, it results in creamy, flavorful mashed potatoes with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Broth
- 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
Seasonings
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Dairy
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Optional Garnish
- Fresh chopped chives
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel and cube the Yukon Gold potatoes to ensure even cooking and a smooth mash. Place the potatoes in a 6-quart crockpot along with chicken broth, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook Potatoes: Cover the crockpot and cook on High for 3.5 to 4 hours or on Low for 6 to 7 hours until the potatoes are fork tender and easily pierced.
- Add Dairy Ingredients: Once potatoes are cooked, add the unsalted butter, cream cheese, and sour cream directly into the crockpot for added creaminess and richness.
- Mash Potatoes: Use a potato masher or hand mixer to mash all the ingredients together until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth, combining the flavors thoroughly.
- Adjust Seasoning and Consistency: Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the salt and pepper to your preference. If the texture is too thick, thin it out by adding a little milk or extra chicken broth as needed.
- Serve: Serve the mashed potatoes warm, topped with extra butter and freshly chopped chives if desired for added flavor and a fresh touch.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Use a hand mixer for ultra-smooth potatoes or a masher for a chunkier texture.
- Storing leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop with additional broth or milk to restore creaminess.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter and sour cream substitutes.
