Description
Creamy and indulgent Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes made in a slow cooker. This recipe uses russet potatoes cooked with chicken broth and butter, then blended with cream cheese and garlic powder for rich, velvety mashed potatoes perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Place the peeled and cut russet potatoes along with the chicken broth into a large slow cooker. Dot the top of the potatoes with cubed unsalted butter to add richness as it cooks.
- Cook Potatoes: Cook the potatoes on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours. The potatoes are done when they become very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Drain and Mash: Once tender, strain off the cooking liquid but reserve it. Use a hand masher or potato ricer to mash the potatoes to your preferred consistency, ensuring a smooth base.
- Add Cream Cheese and Seasonings: Pour half of the reserved cooking liquid over the mashed potatoes to moisten them. Add the garlic powder and dot the top with the cubed cream cheese. Cover and set the slow cooker to the warm setting for 20 to 30 minutes to allow the cream cheese to soften fully.
- Stir and Adjust Consistency: Stir the softened cream cheese into the mashed potatoes thoroughly. Add more reserved cooking liquid as needed to achieve your desired creamy texture. Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Keep the mashed potatoes on the warm setting for up to one hour before serving to maintain their heat and creamy texture, then serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes for the best fluffy and creamy texture.
- Adjust the amount of reserved cooking liquid added to reach your preferred consistency.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute butter and cream cheese with plant-based versions.
- Season to taste with additional herbs such as chives or parsley if desired.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
