Baked Potatoes from the Crock Pot
Effortlessly prepare perfectly tender and fluffy baked potatoes with this genius Crock Pot recipe! Ideal for busy days, these "Baked Potatoes from the Crock Pot" require just a few simple steps and minimal prep time. Seasoned with olive oil, salt, and black pepper, large russet potatoes are wrapped in aluminum foil to lock in moisture and slow-cooked to perfection. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or planning your weekly meal prep, this hands-off method guarantees delicious results with minimal effort. Customize with your favorite toppings—try butter, sour cream, or shredded cheese—for the ultimate comfort food. Completely mess-free and full of flavor, this recipe transforms an everyday staple into a foolproof side dish or main course. Perfect for slow cooker enthusiasts, this dish is a must-try time-saver!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 sheets Aluminum foil
Instructions
Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly under cool running water to remove any dirt. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Using a fork, prick each potato 6-8 times to allow steam to escape while cooking.
Rub each potato with olive oil to coat the surface evenly. Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the potatoes to season them.
Wrap each potato individually in a sheet of aluminum foil, making sure to seal the foil tightly to retain moisture during cooking.
Place the wrapped potatoes in the Crock Pot, arranging them in a single layer if possible. If needed, stack them loosely to allow better heat circulation.
Cover the Crock Pot with the lid and cook the potatoes on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 7-8 hours, depending on your schedule and desired doneness. The potatoes are done when a fork easily pierces through the center.
Once cooked, carefully remove the foil-wrapped potatoes from the Crock Pot using tongs. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes before unwrapping.
Serve the baked potatoes hot with your favorite toppings, such as butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, bacon bits, or chives.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2527 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.3 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 6736 mg | 143% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
