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SLOW COOKER ITALIAN POTATOES

These set-it-and-forget-it potatoes are loaded with Italian herbs and Parmesan for an effortless side dish that tastes like it took hours of work!
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Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 hours
Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Potatoes:

  • 2 pounds baby potatoes halved or quartered
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1 bell pepper chunked
  • 1 onion chunked
  • 2 carrots chunked
  • Red pepper flakes to taste
  • Extra garlic powder
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs

Instructions

  • Spray slow cooker insert with cooking spray.
  • Place halved potatoes in slow cooker.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour mixture over potatoes and toss well to coat evenly.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours until tender.
  • Stir occasionally if possible for even cooking.
  • Check tenderness with fork at minimum cooking time.
  • When done, stir in half the fresh parsley.
  • Transfer to serving bowl, top with remaining parsley and extra Parmesan.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Can prep potatoes and seasoning mixture night before
  • Storage: Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated
  • Reheating: Best in oven or air fryer to crisp up
  • Variations: Try different herb combinations
  • Size Matters: Keep potato pieces uniform
  • Leftovers: Great for breakfast hash