Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Hot Dog Hash
This simple, old-fashioned hot dog hash is a true Depression-era comfort meal. With only three ingredients—potatoes, onions, and hot dogs—it turns pantry staples into a warm, filling dinner. After a few hours in the slow cooker, the potatoes become tender, the onions sweet and soft, and the hot dogs slightly browned with rich savory juices coating everything.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3–4 hours (HIGH) or 6–7 hours (LOW)
Servings: 4
Ingredients
1½ pounds russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 pound hot dogs (about 8), sliced into ½-inch rounds
Instructions
1. Prepare the slow cooker
Lightly grease the inside of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with a little oil or non-stick spray. This helps prevent sticking and allows the potatoes to brown slightly along the edges.
2. Add the potatoes
Spread the diced potatoes evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker. Keeping them in the bottom layer helps them cook evenly and develop lightly browned edges.
3. Add the onions
Scatter the diced onion over the potatoes in an even layer. As they cook, the onions soften and release moisture that helps flavor the potatoes.
4. Add the hot dogs
Place the sliced hot dog rounds on top. Try to keep them mostly in one layer so the edges can brown slightly during cooking.
5. Cook the hash
Cover with the lid and cook:
HIGH: 3–4 hours
LOW: 6–7 hours
Avoid stirring during the first 2 hours so the potatoes and hot dogs can develop browned spots that add flavor.
6. Stir halfway through
After about 2 hours, gently stir the mixture and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom and sides. These bits mix into the dish and create rich savory juices.
7. Finish cooking
Continue cooking, stirring once or twice more, until:
Potatoes are fork-tender
Onions are soft and translucent
Hot dogs have slightly crisp edges
8. Serve
Give everything a final gentle stir and serve hot straight from the slow cooker.
Serving Suggestions
This cozy dish pairs well with simple sides like:
Steamed green beans or peas
Canned corn
Buttered toast or warm dinner rolls
A small green salad
Fresh apple slices
Variations & Tips
Use smoked or garlic hot dogs for extra flavor without adding more ingredients.
Leave potato skins on for extra texture and nutrition.
For crispier edges, cook on HIGH and remove the lid for the last 15–20 minutes.
For a saucier hash, let it rest on WARM for 10 minutes before serving so the juices redistribute.
Leftovers: Reheat in a skillet the next day for extra crispy hot dog pieces.
