Description
This recipe for Crock Pot Foil-Wrapped Potatoes offers an easy and hands-off way to prepare perfectly tender, flavorful potatoes. Wrapped in seasoned olive oil and herbs, these potatoes slow-cook in a crock pot, resulting in a delicious and comforting side dish that requires minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 6 medium potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
Seasoning Mixture
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp dried rosemary (or fresh sprigs)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Other
- Aluminum foil
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Prick each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Make the seasoning mixture: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and black pepper to create the flavorful rub.
- Season the potatoes: Rub each potato evenly with the seasoned olive oil mixture, making sure to coat all sides for full flavor.
- Wrap in foil: Tightly wrap each seasoned potato in aluminum foil to lock in moisture and flavor during cooking.
- Arrange in crock pot: Place the foil-wrapped potatoes in your crock pot in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the potatoes: Cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve: Carefully unwrap the hot potatoes and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with sour cream, cheese, or chives as desired.
Notes
- Use Russet potatoes for fluffy interiors or Yukon Gold for a creamier texture.
- Be careful when unwrapping the foil as steam will be hot.
- Herbs can be adjusted or substituted based on preference.
- Ensure potatoes are arranged in a single layer to cook evenly in the crock pot.
- Leftover cooked potatoes can be refrigerated and reheated later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
