EASY Crockpot Butter Potatoes and Carrots

Some days, you just want a meal that feels like a warm hug—and that’s exactly what Crockpot Butter Potatoes and Carrots deliver! This simple, hearty recipe brings together tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and a buttery, herby glaze that’s so good, you’ll want to lick the spoon. Bonus? It’s ridiculously easy to make.

Set it, forget it, and come back to a dish that tastes like pure comfort. Let’s dive in!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe!

1. Hands-Off Cooking: Your crockpot does all the work while you go about your day.

2. Budget-Friendly: Simple ingredients, big flavor—your wallet will thank you.

3. Versatile: Serve as a cozy side dish or enjoy it as a light vegetarian meal.

4. Kid-Approved: Even picky eaters love the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth goodness.

The Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need for this crockpot wonder:

• baby potatoes (red, gold, or a mix)

• carrots (peeled and sliced into chunks or I use baby carrots for ease)

• butter (cubed)

• olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried parsley

• Salt and pepper (to taste)

• Optional garnish: Fresh parsley

How to Make Crockpot Butter Potatoes and Carrots

Prep Your Veggies

• Wash and dry the potatoes (no need to peel—yay!).

• Peel and chop the carrots into chunks, or grab a bag of baby carrots for ultimate ease.

Toss and Season

In a small bowl, add together the olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper and give it a toss or a mix. This fragrant blend is what turns simple veggies into something extraordinary.

Assemble in the Crockpot

• Add the potatoes and carrots to your crockpot.

• Add the cubed butter over the veggies.

Cook Low and Slow

• Cover and cook on LOW for 3 hours or on HIGH for 1.5 hours, until the veggies are fork-tender.

• Stir once midway through cooking to ensure all those flavors mingle beautifully.

Serve and Savor

• Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan for an extra touch of flavor. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own!

Pro Tips for Perfection

• Add Protein: Toss in smoked sausage, cooked chicken, or chickpeas for a heartier meal.

• Amp Up the Flavor: Swap regular butter for garlic herb butter or sprinkle in a little smoked paprika.

• Make It Vegan: Use plant-based butter and the recipe’s just as delicious!

Pairing Suggestions

This dish pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled steak, or even a simple green salad for a balanced, satisfying meal. Or just grab a big spoon and go to town—no judgment here!

Why Crockpot Recipes Rock

When life gets busy, slow-cooker recipes like this are a lifesaver. Minimal prep, easy clean-up, and a meal that’s ready when you are. Plus, the aroma of buttery potatoes and carrots wafting through your kitchen? Pure bliss.

Ready to bring some cozy vibes to your dinner table? Fire up your crockpot, grab those potatoes and carrots, and get cooking! You’ll wonder how such a simple recipe can taste this good.

Enjoy—and don’t forget to share your delicious creation with friends and family! 💛

Crockpot Butter Potatoes and Carrots

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Author: Laura Paquin

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 6 HourTotal time: 6 H & 15 M

This simple, hearty recipe brings together tender potatoes, sweet carrots, and a buttery, herby glaze that’s so good, you’ll want to lick the spoon.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds of baby potatoes (red, gold, or a mix)
• 1 pound of carrots (I use baby carrots)
• 4 Tablespoons of butter, cubed
• 2 Tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Optional garnish: Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Wash and dry the potatoes (no need to peel—yay!).
2. Peel and chop the carrots into chunks, or grab a bag of baby carrots for ultimate ease.
3. In a small bowl, add together the olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper and give it a toss or a mix.
4. Add the potatoes and carrots to your crockpot.
5. Add the cubed butter over the potatoes and carrots
6. Cover and cook on LOW for 3 hours or on HIGH for 1.5 hours, until the veggies are fork-tender.
7. Stir once midway through cooking. (if you're not home don't worry about this step)
8. Serve and Savor
9. Garnish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan for an extra touch of flavor. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own!

Notes

• Add Protein: Toss in smoked sausage, cooked chicken, or chickpeas for a heartier meal.
• Amp Up the Flavor: Swap regular butter for garlic herb butter or sprinkle in a little smoked paprika.
• Make It Vegan: Use plant-based butter and the recipe’s just as delicious!