Easy Crockpot Swamp Potatoes (Viral Recipe)

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Crockpot Swamp Potatoes are the ultimate easy comfort food for busy weeknights and busy days. This hearty slow cooker dish combines tender potatoes, fresh green beans, smoky sausage, buttery seasoning, and a packet of onion soup mix for a flavorful one-pot meal the whole family will love. Perfect for picky eaters, potlucks, or simple family dinners, this viral recipe delivers big flavor with very little effort in the crock pot.

Swamp Potatoes

As soon as I came across this viral recipe, I knew my family would love it – and they did!!

If you need an easy comfort food recipe for busy weeknights or hectic days, these Crockpot Swamp Potatoes are always a hit! This simple slow cooker dish is loaded with tender potatoes, fresh green beans, smoky sausage, buttery flavor, and bold Creole seasonings.

Everything cooks together in the crock pot for a hearty one-pot meal the whole family will love. Crockpot swamp potatoes for the win!

Whether you use baby red potatoes, russet potatoes, Yukon golds, or russet potatoes, these slow cooker swamp potatoes turn out rich, savory, and incredibly satisfying every single time.  This viral recipe is packed with flavor and perfect for picky eaters, too!

Why You’ll Love This Swamp Potatoes Recipe

This slow cooker swamp potato recipe is one of those easy meals that practically cook themselves. Just toss everything into the crockpot and let it simmer for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are perfectly tender.

The buttery potatoes soak up all the flavor from the packet of onion soup mix, Cajun seasoning, and sliced smoked sausage, making for the ultimate comfort-food dinner.

And if your family likes extra spice, try using andouille sausage for even more Cajun flavor!

Equipment Needed

• Slow cooker – this Ninja PossibleCooker is my new favorite slow cooker – it is AMAZING!!
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Measuring spoon
• Large spoon or spatula

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Ingredients

These ingredients are so simple and easy to find – I already had them all in my kitchen!

• Baby red potatoes, cut potatoes into halves or fourths
• Fresh green beans
• Medium Yellow Onion
• Smoked sausage or sliced smoked sausage
• Stick of butter
• Packet of onion soup mix
• Lawry’s seasoning salt or Cajun seasoning (if you like it spicier)

Optional Additions

If you don’t have seasoning salt (here’s a homemade version) or want to make a custom blend, you can try mixing in:

• Black pepper
• Kosher salt
• Tsp garlic powder
• Tsp onion powder
• Ranch mix
• Creole seasonings

Equipment Needed

• Crock pot or slow cooker
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Large spoon

How to Make Slow Cooker Swamp Potatoes

This is the easiest recipe ever! Chop up some veggies and sausage, add some butter and seasoning – cook! That’s it!

1. Wash the fresh green beans and trim off the ends.
2. Dice the onion – check out this post for How to Cut an Onion (6 Different Ways)
3. Wash the potatoes and cut them into halves or fourths, depending on their size.
4. Slice the smoky sausage into bite-sized pieces.
5. Add the potatoes to the slow cooker and sprinkle the seasoned salt evenly over the top.
6. Cut the stick of butter into slices and place them on top of the potatoes.

6. Add the fresh green beans, chopped onion, and packet of onion soup mix on top of the potatoes.
7. Finish by adding the sliced sausage over everything in the crockpot.
8. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours, or until the tender potatoes are fork tender.

9. Stir well before serving and enjoy warm.

Best Potatoes to Use

This swamp potatoes recipe works with almost any kind of potatoes. Baby red potatoes hold their shape nicely, while Yukon Golds and gold potatoes become extra creamy. Russet potatoes work too, but they tend to get extra soft and possibly even mushy during cooking.

Pro Tips

• For extra smoky flavor, use andouille sausage instead of regular smoked sausage.
• If you like spicier food, add more Cajun or Creole seasoning.
• A small drizzle of olive oil can help keep everything moist if your sausage is lean.
• This slow cooker dish pairs perfectly with cornbread or crusty bread.

Storage Instructions

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned green beans?

Yes, but fresh green beans or fresh beans give the best texture and flavor in crockpot swamp potatoes. Canned green beans will get much more mushy.

Can I make this recipe on low?

Absolutely! Cook on low for about 6-7 hours instead of high for 3-4 hours.

Can I add ranch mix?

Yes! Many people love adding ranch mix along with the onion soup mix for even more flavor.

Is this recipe spicy?

Not unless you add extra Cajun seasoning or use spicy andouille sausage.

More Comfort Food Recipes

If you love easy crock pot meals and comfort food recipes, be sure to check out the full recipe card below and save this viral recipe to social media for later!

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• Spicy Turkey Sausage Pasta
• Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole Recipe
• Creamy Crockpot Chicken and Noodles
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