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CROCK POT CRACK HASH BROWN POTATOES

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Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon.

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Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon.

This is an effortless, 5-minute prep recipe that will become your go-to potato casserole. It’s great any time from busy weeknights to family holiday celebrations to church potlucks.

Easy and cheesy, Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes are always a crowd favorite.

Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon.

CROCK POT CRACK HASH BROWN POTATOES

Is there a substitution for sour cream?

Yes, you can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Actually, I used Fage 0% milk fat Greek Yogurt in this recipe. Furthermore, I almost always use this Greek yogurt instead of sour cream in recipes.

Can I substitute cheddar cheese for the Colby Cheddar mix?

Yes, I prefer the Colby cheddar mix because cheddar tends to be oily when melted. However, you can use all cheddar. As well, you can use any cheese you have on hand. Gouda, Havarti, and Monterrey are very good choices.

Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon.

Can I bake this casserole in the oven?

Absolutely! First, Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Next, spray a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl combine potatoes, sour cream, Ranch seasoning, 1 cup cheese, pepper, half of the bacon, + 1/2 cup milk. Mix well. Spread into prepared baking dish. Spread remaining cheese and bacon evenly over hash browns. Bake, uncovered, 45 minutes or until hash browns are tender.

Can I cook my own bacon?

Yes! I used store-bought, pre-cooked Bacon Crumbles for convenience. However, you can cook 5 – 6 slices of bacon if you prefer.

Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon.

CROCK POT CRACK HASH BROWN POTATOES

I found with the Ranch seasoning and bacon these potatoes didn’t need additional salt. 

Try my Homemade Ranch Seasoning recipe which has an even lower salt content. 

Finally, three hours may seem like an excessive time to cook this casserole. It does take that long for the potatoes to cook through.

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Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon.

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Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon.

Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon.

Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes

Crock Pot Crack Hash Brown Potatoes, the quintessential comfort food gets an easy and delicious make-over with the addition of Ranch seasoning and bacon. 
Author: Paula
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 20-ounce bag hash brown potatoes I use this brand but you can use any
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup milk whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon Ranch seasoning *seasoning, not dressing
  • 2 cups Colby cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4.3 ounces bacon crumbles like these

Instructions

  • Please read post above for substitutions
  • In a slow cooker, combine hash brown potatoes, sour cream, milk, Ranch seasoning, black pepper, 1 cup cheese, and half the bacon. Stir to combine. Sprinkle remaining cheese and bacon on top.
  • Cook on high for 3 hours.
  • Serve hot.

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Nutrition

Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 53mg | Sodium: 784mg | Potassium: 27mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 237mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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Comments

  1. Chris says

    12.22.22 at 12:48 pm

    My store didn’t have frozen hash browns. Can I shred my own potatoes?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      12.22.22 at 1:55 pm

      Yes, you can.

      Reply
  2. Judy pugh says

    12.20.22 at 2:39 pm

    All my store had was the seasoned potatoes (not hash browns). How does that alter the recipe? Thank you!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      12.20.22 at 4:20 pm

      It may take a little longer to cook. Make sure it’s the same quantity.

      Reply
      • Judy says

        12.21.22 at 4:16 pm

        Thanks! They’re just tiny little cubed seasoned potatoes. Was worried about the flavoring. It’s these: Simply Potatoes Signature Seasoned Diced Potatoes.

        Reply
      • Judy says

        12.22.22 at 12:27 pm

        I got the Simply Potatoes Signature Seasoned Diced Potatoes. Will that change the seasoning?

        Reply
        • Paula says

          12.22.22 at 2:01 pm

          I’m not familiar with what seasoning that is. I tried to Google and find it but I really couldn’t. You may want to make or get low-salt Ranch (https://www.callmepmc.com/homemade-ranch-seasoning-recipe/) and add salt at the end according to taste.

          Reply
  3. Shauna says

    12.11.22 at 10:51 am

    5 stars
    I made this last year for Christmas Eve diner and it was a huge hit. I made one change and added a puréed yellow pepper to sneak in a vegetable and it was great! I’ve been asked to make this again this year. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
  4. Amy says

    09.08.22 at 3:57 pm

    Can you cook on low?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      09.09.22 at 10:24 pm

      yes

      Reply
  5. PATRICIA S DAYTON says

    04.18.22 at 12:16 pm

    5 stars
    I made these yesterday for Easter dinner and they were excellent! I wasn’t sure if the hash browns called for were the refrigerated or the frozen type, so I used frozen and weighed out 20 ounces. I also did not thaw them, so I actually used my hands to thoroughly mix everything together before topping with the remaining cheese and bacon. The recipe didn’t specify whether to cook covered or uncovered, so I covered and cooked them about 3 1/2 hours (since the potatoes were frozen) and they were a total hit! The flavors really complement each other, and our guests raved about them! Thank you – I’ll be trying lots more of your recipes!!

    Reply
  6. Pauline says

    01.01.22 at 12:51 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for New Years Eve. Everyone loved them. Making them again tomorrow for a party at my dads.

    Reply
  7. Connie J Platts says

    12.02.21 at 3:29 pm

    What temp is high my cooker goes by degrees…not low med or high?

    Reply
    • Gail says

      01.17.22 at 12:15 am

      Can I make this overnight on low temp?

      Reply
  8. Diana says

    11.21.21 at 10:44 am

    Can you add hash browns frozen? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      11.22.21 at 4:02 pm

      Yes, just check, they will need just a little longer to cook if you put them in frozen.

      Reply
      • Sharon says

        02.26.22 at 12:32 am

        Do you have to do anything with the frozen hash brown before adding it to recipe? Like defrost it first?

        Reply
        • Paula says

          02.26.22 at 9:43 am

          No, they can be added frozen.

          Reply
  9. Laurie says

    08.18.21 at 12:32 pm

    5 stars
    Question. Awhen making this as a casserole in the oven recipe calls for “half the bacon + ½ cup milk”. Dies this mean ONLY a ½ cup of milk vs the full 1 cup used for the crockpot OR an ADDITIONAL ½ cup of milk for the casserole, totally 1½ cup???

    Reply
    • Paula says

      08.03.22 at 7:14 pm

      Only 1/2 cup milk

      Reply
  10. Heather says

    05.06.21 at 12:40 pm

    Have you ever used 4 bags of the 20oz diced potatoes. I have a huge crock pot and want to make a larger amount. Would you quadruple all of the ingredients?? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      05.07.21 at 8:24 am

      I haven’t made that much, but it’ll work. Check the potatoes for doneness, it may take extra time.

      Reply
  11. Rose says

    10.29.20 at 6:30 am

    Is it one cup of milk if making this recipe in the slow cooker and 1/2 cup milk if making It in the oven?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      10.29.20 at 4:27 pm

      Yes, that’s correct

      Reply
  12. Rose says

    10.28.20 at 7:30 am

    Am I understanding correctly, 1/2 cup milk if I am baking in the oven and 1 cup of milk if I am using a slow cooker?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      10.29.20 at 4:28 pm

      Yes, that’s how I do it.

      Reply
  13. Shannon Winburn says

    07.08.20 at 6:10 pm

    Is the 2 cups of cheese am 8 oz block which when shredded equals 2 cups? Thank you

    Reply
    • Paula says

      08.26.20 at 10:15 am

      It 2 cups shredded then measured after it’s shredded

      Reply
  14. Deanna says

    04.26.20 at 3:33 pm

    I want to make this tomorrow… If I use sliced fresh red potatoes instead if frozen, do I keep the cooking time the same?

    Thank you.. this looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      04.28.20 at 9:03 am

      The time should be about the same. Check with a fork before the last hour of cooking.

      Reply
  15. Linda Peterson says

    04.06.20 at 12:10 pm

    Does this recipe reheat well?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      04.08.20 at 6:05 pm

      Yes. We ate them warm up about 3 meals/days.

      Reply
  16. Liz says

    03.03.20 at 11:08 pm

    I accidentally bought refrigerated potatoes and not frozen. Does this change the cooking time? Also doubling the recipe for a larger group- I’m assuming cooking time won’t change?

    Thanks!
    Liz

    Reply
    • Paula says

      03.09.20 at 5:59 pm

      Cooking time should be the same. Check them about the last hour, but I think you’ll be fine.

      Reply
  17. Brenda says

    02.27.20 at 4:32 pm

    This looks good! Could it be made in the Instant Pot by chance?

    Reply
  18. Melissa says

    01.21.20 at 4:54 pm

    If I double the recipe, should I double the cooking time as well? Or would the cooking time stay the same?

    Reply
  19. Valerie says

    01.19.20 at 8:22 am

    Can you add chicken to this? If so can i throw it in raw and let it cool with everything else?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      01.20.20 at 10:46 am

      Yes, I’d cut in cubes instead of a large breast

      Reply
  20. Leanne says

    01.06.20 at 7:28 pm

    Could the casserole be mixed up the night before and refrigerated? Then I would cook it in the oven?
    Thanks!!
    It sounds delicious. Can’t wait to try it!
    Leanne

    Reply
    • Paula says

      01.07.20 at 1:47 pm

      Yes, it can me mixed the night before. And it can be baked in the oven

      Reply
  21. Beth says

    12.24.19 at 12:08 am

    5 stars
    This looks delicious and I’ll be making it in the crockpot for Christmas!
    I believe the nutrition facts are possibly incorrect. I am a pre-diabetic, low carb dieter so I’m always checking the carbohydrates. This says there are only 2 carbs per serving. That seems very low.

    Reply
  22. Elizabeth Sandefur says

    12.17.19 at 7:51 pm

    How long would it take on low?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      12.18.19 at 1:58 pm

      5 to 6 on low

      Reply
  23. Chris Stewart says

    11.15.19 at 3:10 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for a potluck at work and it was a huge hit!

    I wish I’d doubled up the recipe because it was gone FAST and most people wanted seconds.

    I made the recipe (almost) exactly as instructed.

    The only changes I made was I used 1 tsp of black pepper instead of a ½ tsp, and I used 6 oz (to 3 oz containers) of Real Bacon Bits instead of 4.3 oz.

    Reply
  24. Melissa says

    10.28.19 at 12:41 pm

    Did you use frozen or refrigerated potatoes?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      11.01.19 at 1:14 pm

      I used these: http://simplypotatoes.com/
      but you can use either

      Reply
  25. Michelle Chevalier says

    10.10.19 at 8:28 am

    Hello,

    Can I add eggs, if so what layer should they be & how many can I add?

    Thank you 🙂

    Reply
    • Paula says

      10.11.19 at 3:02 pm

      I haven’t tried it with eggs so it’s hard to give a recommendation on it.

      Reply
    • Taylor says

      12.07.19 at 4:06 pm

      I’ve made similar dish to this, I put the hash browns down first, then the eggs and whatever else on top. But you can also mix them in if you want – will all cook and taste the same regardless

      Reply
  26. Trisha Hill says

    10.08.19 at 7:23 pm

    What size crock pot did you use 4 qt or 6 qt? Was wondering as I wanted to double the recipe

    Reply
    • Paula says

      10.09.19 at 1:37 pm

      I used a 6 quart

      Reply
  27. CHasity says

    07.31.19 at 5:21 pm

    CAN you bake it longer on the Low setting?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      08.02.19 at 2:23 pm

      yes

      Reply
  28. Victoria says

    07.31.19 at 3:44 pm

    If I am doubling the recipe, is it for 6 hours on high or still 3 hours? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Paula says

      08.02.19 at 2:20 pm

      It should cook in the same amount of time

      Reply
  29. Denise says

    04.02.19 at 4:45 pm

    5 stars
    Can not WAIT to try this! I don’t like onions so I really appreciate this recipe! One quick and simple question: do the hash browns need to be thawed? Forgive me if you answered that above but I didn’t catch it anywhere….

    Reply
    • Paula says

      04.03.19 at 4:39 pm

      Hey Denise, no you don’t have to thaw the hash browns.

      Reply
  30. Toni | Boulder Locavore says

    03.28.19 at 11:50 pm

    5 stars
    This is absolutely amazing! Can’t wait to give it a try!

    Reply
  31. Beth says

    03.26.19 at 9:52 pm

    5 stars
    just love these kinds of brunch dishes. So comforting and great to feed a crowd!

    Reply
  32. Lindsay Cotter says

    03.26.19 at 8:48 pm

    5 stars
    This cheesy deliciousness is always a favorite! Love how easy it is to make!

    Reply
  33. Bruce S. Lorenzana says

    03.23.19 at 9:03 pm

    Is there a reason no quantity is listed for yellow onions, chopped

    Reply
    • Paula says

      03.25.19 at 8:45 am

      I did not put onions in the casserole, but you can if you wish. IN the photo, what you may be thinking are onions are the hash brown potatoes.

      Reply
  34. Martha Forsyth says

    03.21.19 at 9:54 pm

    Are the hash browns from the frozen section of the store?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      03.22.19 at 6:45 am

      You can use either frozen or the ‘fresh cut’ refrigerated hash browns

      Reply
      • Jen says

        07.11.19 at 5:52 pm

        I have frozen hash browns on hand, do they need to defrost first?

        Reply
        • Paula says

          07.12.19 at 3:51 pm

          You don’t have to defrost them, but it’ll take a little longer to cook. You’ll have to test for doneness.

          Reply
  35. Nancy says

    03.21.19 at 9:32 pm

    I couldn’t read the recipe for all the ads & chaos on this page.

    Reply
    • Paula says

      03.22.19 at 6:46 am

      It’s a great recipe

      Reply
  36. Sara says

    03.21.19 at 4:10 pm

    Please don’t use “crack” to describe any recipe – there are quite literally hundreds of other words to describe a dish so delicious that it makes people never want to stop eating it. Using “crack” to allude to the descriptive properties is not lighthearted and fun. Would you use descriptors of alcoholism, heroin use, or Oxycontin abuse to describe a dish?

    Reply
    • Paula says

      03.21.19 at 4:46 pm

      CRACK is the combination of cheese, bacon, and ranch seasoning in recipes.
      https://www.plainchicken.com/2019/02/crack-chicken-casserole.html
      https://www.plainchicken.com/2019/01/low-carb-crack-chicken-casserole.html
      https://www.plainchicken.com/2019/02/instant-pot-scalloped-crack-potatoes.html
      https://jenniferbanz.com/crack-chicken
      https://www.hiddenvalley.com/recipe/slow-cooker-crack-chicken/
      https://cookiesandcups.com/slow-cooker-crack-chicken/

      https://www.dinneratthezoo.com/crack-chicken/

      Reply
  37. Carrie says

    03.21.19 at 3:03 pm

    Have you ever made this recipe in an Instant pot? If so can you please post those instructions? Thanks 😊

    Reply
    • Paula says

      03.21.19 at 5:00 pm

      I have not.

      Reply
  38. Barbara Klees says

    03.21.19 at 2:53 pm

    Hello trying to get this recipe and can’t get it. Crock Pot Crank Hash Brown Potatoes alot of pictures but no recipe to copy I love to cook and these look like a winner can you HELP ME raba63@aol.com

    Reply
    • Paula says

      03.21.19 at 5:02 pm

      Scroll down the page, you’ll see the recipe

      Reply
  39. Jim Ulery says

    03.21.19 at 2:22 pm

    Looks good, but I can’t a tab/button/icon to print the recipe. I don’t use Facebook or that stuff.

    Reply
    • Paula says

      03.21.19 at 5:02 pm

      Try it again, there were widespread internet problems this morning that may have affected my site

      Reply

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