Slow Cooker Lipton Onion Potatoes

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Savory, buttery, effortless

These slow cooker Lipton onion potatoes are a classic comfort-food side that never fails. Tender potatoes cook low and slow in buttery onion seasoning, soaking up rich, savory flavor with almost no effort. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, holidays, or potlucks when oven space is limited. Just toss everything into the slow cooker, set it, and let it do the work. The result? Soft, flavorful potatoes that pair beautifully with just about any main dish—and disappear fast.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4–5 hours (LOW) or 2–3 hours (HIGH)
  • Total Time: Up to 5 hours
  • Servings: 6

📝 Ingredients List

  • 2½ lb (1.1 kg) baby potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes, halved
  • 1 packet Lipton onion soup mix
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried parsley (optional, for garnish)

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Slow cooker (4–6 quart)
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

🥔 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prep the potatoes.
    Wash and halve the potatoes so they cook evenly. Peeling is optional 😊.
  2. Season well.
    In a large bowl, toss potatoes with onion soup mix, melted butter, olive oil, broth, and black pepper until evenly coated ✨.
  3. Add to slow cooker.
    Transfer potatoes to the slow cooker and spread into an even layer.
  4. Cook.
    Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until fork-tender 🥔.
  5. Finish and serve.
    Gently stir, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve warm.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Golden edges: Broil cooked potatoes on a baking sheet for 5 minutes for crisp tops.
  • Extra flavor: Add minced garlic or grated Parmesan during the last 30 minutes.
  • Creamy version: Stir in 1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese before serving.
  • Make ahead: Keep warm on the slow cooker “warm” setting for up to 2 hours.

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