Slow-cooker Lipton Onion Potatoes is a simple, comforting dish featuring tender potatoes infused with rich, savory flavors from Lipton onion soup mix.
This slow-cooked side dish brings out the potatoes’ natural creaminess while allowing the caramelized onion seasoning to meld beautifully.
Butter adds richness, while a touch of garlic enhances depth, making this a perfect accompaniment for roasted meats, grilled chicken, or as a standalone comfort food. The slow cooker ensures effortless preparation, delivering melt-in-your-mouth potatoes every time.
How to Make Slow Cooker Lipton Onion Potatoes?
Soft, buttery potatoes slow-cooked to perfection with Lipton onion soup mix, creating a deeply flavorful and easy side dish.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1.5 kg (3 lbs) baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes (halved or quartered)
- 1 packet Lipton Onion Soup Mix
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup chicken broth or water
- 2 garlic cloves (minced, optional)
Aromatics & Fresh Additions
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Preparation Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–6 hours (slow cooker)
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes – 6 hours 10 minutes
Preparing Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes
- Wash and cut potatoes into halves or quarters (if using baby potatoes, leave them whole).
Assemble in the Slow Cooker
- In the slow cooker, combine potatoes, Lipton onion soup mix, melted butter, chicken broth, garlic (if using), olive oil, black pepper, and paprika.
- Stir to coat the potatoes with the seasoning evenly.
Slow Cook to Perfection
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir once halfway through cooking to ensure even flavor distribution.
Finish & Serve
- Once done, give the potatoes a final toss.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Servings:
Serves 6–8 as a side dish.
Presentation & Decoration
- Garnish: Fresh parsley and an extra drizzle of melted butter for a glossy finish.
- Plating: Serve in a rustic bowl with a sprinkle of black pepper for a homestyle feel.
Best Time to Eat
- Holiday Side Dish: A perfect addition to Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.
- Weeknight Comfort: Pair with roasted chicken, steak, or pork chops.
- Potluck Favorite: An easy, crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings.
Portion Guide
- 1 person: 200g potatoes, ½ tbsp butter, 1 tsp soup mix
- 6–8 people: 1.5 kg potatoes, 3 tbsp butter, 1 packet soup mix
Storage & Shelf Life
- Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Warm in the microwave or oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.
- Freezing: Not recommended—potatoes may become mushy upon thawing.
Allergy Guide
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free onion soup mix.
- Dairy-Free Variation: Swap butter for olive oil or plant-based butter.
- Low-Sodium: Use reduced-sodium broth and a homemade onion seasoning blend.
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Anna Reed is a passionate baker and self-taught cook who turned her love for food into a way of life. Growing up surrounded by the rich flavors of homemade meals, she developed a deep appreciation for traditional recipes and the art of baking from scratch. Now, she enjoys experimenting with new flavors, perfecting old-fashioned techniques, and sharing her creations with friends and neighbors who can’t resist the aroma of fresh bread or a warm pie. When she’s not in the kitchen, Anna loves visiting local markets, learning about seasonal ingredients, and finding inspiration in the simple joys of good food and great company.