SLOW COOKER MASHED POTATOES

5 from 2 votes

The best easy and healthy slow cooker mashed potatoes recipe with no boiling required! They’re made without heavy cream, yet incredibly delicious and creamy.

Prep Time15

Cook Time3

Total Time3 15

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Crockpot mashed potatoes, easy slow cooker mashed potatoes, healthy slow cooker mashed potatoes, mashed potatoes in slow cooker, slow cooker mashed potatoes

Servings: servings

Equipment

slow cooker

Ingredients

5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup 0-fat Greek yogurt
1/4-1 cup milk of choice
2-3 tablespoons light butter
1-2 teaspoons salt or to taste
1/2 teaspoon pepper or to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley optional

Instructions

Prep the Potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into 1-inch chunks for even cooking.
Add to Slow Cooker: Place the potato chunks in the slow cooker and pour in 1 cup of broth. Sprinkle the garlic powder and onion powder over the top (do not add the salt and pepper yet).
Cook: Cover with the lid and cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Mash: Drain any excess liquid if necessary. Then, add the 0-fat Greek yogurt and light butter. Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting for your preference. Next, pour in 1/4 cup of milk, adding more if needed, until the desired consistency is reached. Thoroughly mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy.
Serve: If serving later, switch the slow cooker to the “Keep Warm” setting for up to 2 hours to maintain a perfect creamy texture without overcooking. When ready to serve, transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped chives or parsley, if desired.

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Notes

Milk: You can use any dairy or plant-based milk for your preferred texture and flavor. Start with 1/4 cup of milk and add more as needed until the potatoes reach your desired creaminess.
Greek Yogurt Swap: You can substitute the Greek yogurt with whipped cottage cheese, or skip the yogurt entirely and just add enough milk to reach your desired creaminess.

WW Points: 1 point per serving

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