Ladle this 1 mixture over raw petite red potatoes into a slow cooker for an effortless weeknight bite that keeps calling you back
This Slow Cooker Herb Ranch Red Potatoes dish is a creamy, comforting side that slowly infuses tender red potatoes with a tangy, herbed ranch flavor. A blend of ranch dressing, broth, and garlic butter creates a rich, velvety sauce that coats each bite without turning the potatoes mushy. The result is a perfectly tender, flavorful side with a glossy finish that pairs beautifully with roasted or grilled meats.
Slow Cooker Herb Ranch Red Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2½ lbs petite red potatoes, halved
- 1 cup buttermilk ranch dressing
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Prepare the garlic butter
Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, just until fragrant.
Tip: Cooking the garlic briefly in butter softens its flavor and helps distribute it evenly throughout the dish.
Step 2: Mix the sauce
Whisk the ranch dressing, chicken broth, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper into the garlic butter until well combined.
Step 3: Combine with potatoes
Place the halved potatoes in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them, tossing gently to coat.
Tip: Keeping the potatoes in an even layer helps them cook evenly and become tender throughout.
Step 4: Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Visual cue: A fork should slide easily into the center of a potato without resistance.
Step 5: Finish and serve
Gently stir to coat the potatoes in the thickened sauce. Garnish with extra parsley and serve warm.
Creamy, savory, and easy to prepare, these herb ranch potatoes are a simple side dish that brings big flavor to any meal.
