Crockpot Cheesy Ranch Potatoes and Sausage is a hearty, comforting one-pot meal that’s easy to prep and full of flavor. Slow-cooked to perfection, it combines tender potatoes, smoky sausage, creamy cheese, and tangy ranch seasoning in every bite. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or want a simple weeknight dinner, this dish delivers both taste and convenience.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs baby potatoes (halved or quartered)
- 14 oz smoked sausage or kielbasa, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise or cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp butter, cubed
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup milk (optional, for creamier texture)
- Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the ingredients
- Wash and cut the potatoes into bite-size chunks.
- Slice the sausage into ¼-inch rounds.
- Dice the onion.
Step 2: Layer in the crockpot
- Spray the inside of a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
- Layer in half of the potatoes, half of the sausage, and half of the onions.
- Sprinkle with half of the ranch seasoning, some black pepper, and a handful of cheese.
- Repeat layers with the remaining potatoes, sausage, onions, and ranch mix. Dot with butter cubes.
Step 3: Mix creamy topping
- In a small bowl, mix together sour cream and mayo (or cream cheese).
- Spread the mixture over the top layer, or spoon it in dollops for better coverage as it cooks.
Step 4: Cook
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- In the last 15–30 minutes, sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top. Let melt before serving.
- If desired, stir in milk to loosen up the texture.
Step 5: Garnish and serve
Top with chopped parsley or green onions and serve warm as a complete meal or with a side salad or crusty bread.
Tips
- Use red or gold potatoes for the best texture—they hold up well in the slow cooker.
- Turkey sausage works well if you want a lighter option.
- Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
- For spice, toss in red pepper flakes or use pepper jack cheese.
Small Ingredients List & Instructions (Quick Reference)
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs potatoes
- 14 oz sausage
- 1 small onion
- 1 ½ cups cheddar
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayo or cream cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- Optional: ¼ cup milk, herbs
Instructions:
- Layer half of potatoes, sausage, onion, ranch, and cheese. Repeat.
- Top with butter and sour cream mix.
- Cook 6–7 hrs on LOW or 3–4 hrs on HIGH.
- Add cheese in final 30 mins. Serve warm.
Let me know if you want an oven-baked version or one with bacon instead of sausage.
