Crock Pot Loaded Creamed Corn with Bacon
Crock Pot Loaded Creamed Corn with Bacon
When the holidays roll around, or I’m planning a big family meal, I love side dishes that don’t require constant babysitting. That’s why this Crock Pot Loaded Creamed Corn with Bacon is one of my favorites.
It’s creamy, cheesy, smoky, and just about the easiest recipe you’ll ever make. Toss everything in the slow cooker, let it work its magic, and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing side dish that tastes like comfort in a bowl.
The beauty of this dish is that it frees up oven space (a lifesaver on Thanksgiving or Christmas), and you don’t have to stand at the stove. The slow cooker does all the work — blending the sweet corn with butter, cream, and two cheeses until it’s rich and silky. Then you stir in crispy bacon and green onions for that irresistible loaded flavor.
This recipe is perfect for holiday meals, game day buffets, or even a simple weeknight dinner. It’s the kind of dish people go back for seconds (and thirds), so don’t be surprised if the crock pot is empty before the meal is over!
If you love set-it-and-forget-it sides, you’ll also enjoy my Easy Kielbasa and Potatoes or my Easy Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole. Both are family-friendly and just as comforting.
Ingredients
- 4 cups corn (frozen or canned, drained)
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ tsp garlic salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded provolone cheese
- 2 green onions, sliced (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the crock pot
Spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray for easy cleanup.
Step 2: Add ingredients
Place the corn, butter, heavy cream, garlic salt, and pepper into the crock pot. Give everything a gentle stir.
Step 3: Slow cook
Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours or on high for 1–2 hours, stirring once or twice.
Step 4: Stir in the cheese
About 30 minutes before serving, add the shredded cheddar and provolone. Stir until melted and creamy.
Step 5: Add the bacon
Right before serving, stir in most of the crumbled bacon and green onions, reserving a little to sprinkle on top.
Step 6: Serve hot
Scoop into a serving dish or serve straight from the crock pot to keep it warm for guests.
Tips for Success
- Crisp bacon separately: For the best texture, cook bacon on the stove or in the oven before adding it. If you toss raw bacon in, it won’t crisp.
- Double the batch: Feeding a crowd? This recipe doubles easily — just use a larger slow cooker.
- Cheese options: Try mozzarella for extra gooeyness or pepper jack for a little spice.
- Make ahead: You can prep everything the night before (except the bacon), refrigerate it in the crock insert, then set it to cook the next day.
Serving Suggestions
This creamy, cheesy crock pot corn is versatile enough for almost any meal:
- A holiday side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter.
- With BBQ ribs, pulled pork, or burgers at a summer cookout.
- As part of a game day spread, served right next to wings and sliders.
- With a simple weeknight dinner of baked chicken or meatloaf.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This Crock Pot Loaded Creamed Corn with Bacon is rich, hearty, and practically effortless. It’s the side dish that everyone talks about after the meal — because who can resist bacon, cheese, and sweet corn in one bite? Once you add this to your holiday or family dinner menu, it’ll become a tradition you’ll make year after year.
For more family-style comfort food, check out my Easy Chili or my Baked BBQ Kielbasa Coins for recipes that bring everyone to the table.
