These Onion Butter Potatoes are the ultimate hands-off side dish—creamy Yukon Golds and sweet onions slow-cooked in a luxurious buttery broth until fork-tender and fragrant. With just 5 simple ingredients, they require zero stirring and emerge from the slow cooker golden, glossy, and deeply comforting.
Perfect alongside roast chicken, meatloaf, or holiday ham—and ideal for freeing up oven space on busy cooking days.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🥔 Only 5 ingredients—pantry staples!
- ⏱️ 10 minutes prep, then walk away
- 💛 One slow cooker = easy cleanup
- 💸 Costs under $6—feeds 6 generously
- 🌾 Naturally nut-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian
Ingredients You’ll Need
(6-quart slow cooker; serves 6)
- 2½ lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1½-inch chunks
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp butter, cut into pieces
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: Fresh thyme, rosemary, or parsley for garnish
💡 Pro Tips:
- Don’t skip the broth—it creates steam and prevents burning.
- Layer onions on bottom—they caramelize gently and protect potatoes from direct heat.
- Do not stir during cooking—keeps potatoes intact.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Creamy, Buttery, Foolproof)
1. Layer in Slow Cooker
- Place sliced onions in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add potato chunks on top.
- Dot with butter pieces.
- Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Add Broth
