This slow cooker herb ranch potato dish is the kind of weeknight comfort food that fits right into a busy Midwestern kitchen. It reminds me of the church potlucks where someone would show up with a crock full of creamy, herby potatoes and the line would form fast.
Slow cooker ranch potatoes in a rustic kitchen
Slow cooker ranch potatoes in a rustic kitchen
Here, you simply whisk together one flavorful mixture—tangy buttermilk ranch, fresh parsley, dried oregano, garlic butter, and a splash of chicken broth—then ladle it over raw petite red potatoes in the slow cooker. The potatoes soak up all that goodness while you go about your day, and by supper time you’ve got a cozy, no-fuss side that tastes like you fussed plenty.
These slow cooker herb ranch potatoes are lovely alongside roast chicken, meatloaf, pork chops, or a simple skillet steak. They pair especially well with green vegetables like steamed green beans, buttered peas, or a crisp garden salad to balance the richness. Offer warm dinner rolls to soak up any extra sauce in the bottom of the slow cooker. If you’re serving a crowd, you can keep the crock on warm and let folks scoop their own potatoes straight from the pot, just like a small-town potluck table.
Slow Cooker Herb Ranch Red Potatoes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 1/2 pounds petite red potatoes, scrubbed and halved
1 cup buttermilk ranch dressing
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic paste)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper