Best 3 Slow Cooker Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipes

**Garlic Mashed Potatoes: A Creamy, Flavorful Side Dish Perfect for Any Occasion**

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with these slow-cooker garlic mashed potatoes. Crafted with tender potatoes, rich butter, creamy milk, and a hint of savory garlic, this dish strikes the perfect balance between richness and lightness. The slow-cooker method ensures effortless preparation, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify for a truly delectable result. Whether you're hosting a special gathering or simply craving a hearty weeknight meal, these garlic mashed potatoes will steal the show. Discover the step-by-step recipe along with variations for vegan, dairy-free, and roasted garlic options to cater to diverse dietary preferences and taste buds.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

VEGAN SLOW COOKER MASHED POTATOES WITH GARLIC & CHIVES

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The easy peasy slow cooker mashed potatoes we all know and love - but this time, they're dairy-free!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

10 medium cloves garlic (separated from the bulb and peeled)
3 pounds red potatoes (scrubbed and cut into 2-inch pieces*)
2 tablespoons olive oil + more for serving if desired
1/2 teaspoon salt + additional salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/3 cup vegetable broth
1/3 - 3/4 cup Silk Unsweetened Original Almondmilk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives + more for topping
Vegan buttery spread for topping (optional)
3- quart or larger slow cooker

Steps:

Place garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add potatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle on the salt. Pout the vegetable broth over the top.
Cook on high 3 - 4 hours or low 8 hours, until the potatoes and garlic are tender.
Mash the potatoes! You can either use a potato masher or a hand mixer. I don't recommend a food processor or stand mixer because they can overmix the potatoes and give them a starchy consistency. Mash the potatoes a bit, then pour in 1/3 cup of the almond milk. Continue mashing/mixing, adding additional almond milk until the potatoes are your desired consistency. Mix in the chives.
Taste and add additional salt and some pepper, if desired, to taste.
Scoop into a bowl and top with more fresh snipped chives and a pat of vegan buttery spread, if desired.

SLOW COOKER GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

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If you love garlic and you love mashed potatoes, you're sure to love these! You can peel the potato skins off if you prefer.

Provided by MADISONLIBERTY

Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 4h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 pounds red potatoes, diced with peel
¼ cup water
¼ cup butter
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup milk, or as needed

Steps:

Place the potatoes, water, and butter into a slow cooker. Season with salt, garlic powder, and pepper. Cover, and cook on Low for 7 hours, or High for 4 hours.
Mash potatoes with a masher or electric beater, adding the desired amount of milk to achieve a creamy consistency. Keep warm on low until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 553.1 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SLOW COOKER GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

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This is a great way to cook mashed potatoes without taking up space on the stovetop. It's also an excellent way to keep mashed potatoes warm before serving.

Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories side-dish

Time 5h40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch chunks
1 head garlic, halved
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
3/4 cup half-and-half
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
Chopped fresh chives, for garnish

Steps:

Combine the potatoes and garlic in the slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth over the potatoes, cover and cook on high 3 to 4 hours, or on low 6 to 8 hours.
Remove the potatoes and drain, reserving the cooking liquid and removing the garlic. Return the potatoes to the slow cooker.
Melt the butter in a small saucepan with the half-and-half over low heat. Remove from the heat and add to the potatoes along with the cream cheese and liberally season with salt and pepper. Use a potato masher to mash, adding the reserved cooking liquid to the potatoes if necessary for the desired consistency.
Keep warm before transferring to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped chives.

Tips:

Yukon Gold potatoes are recommended for their creamy texture, but you can also use Russet potatoes.
Use chicken broth or vegetable broth instead of water for extra flavor.
Add a tablespoon of butter or olive oil to the slow cooker before adding the potatoes to prevent sticking.
Season the potatoes generously with salt and pepper.
Add a head of garlic, unpeeled and halved, to the slow cooker for a more intense garlic flavor.
Cook the potatoes on low for 6-8 hours, or until they are tender.
Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
Serve the mashed potatoes immediately, topped with your favorite gravy, butter, or cheese.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker garlic mashed potatoes recipe is an easy and delicious way to make a classic side dish. The potatoes are cooked until tender and creamy, and the garlic adds a wonderful flavor. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. You can also make this recipe ahead of time and reheat it when you're ready to serve.