Description
Cozy up this winter with creamy Crockpot Potato Soup—easy, comforting, and perfect for chilly days. This rich, hearty soup combines tender potatoes, savory broth, and creamy cheese to create a warm, satisfying meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings during cold seasons.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups peeled and diced Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes (about 4–5 medium potatoes)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon or 1/2 cup smoked ham, cooked and crumbled
- Optional add-ins: corn, green onions, diced jalapeños, fresh thyme or rosemary
- Dairy-free substitute: coconut milk or almond milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized chunks. Chop the onions and mince the garlic. If using bacon, cook and crumble it ahead of time for best flavor and texture.
- Combine in the Crockpot: Place diced potatoes, chopped onions, minced garlic, and broth into the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- Blend for Creaminess (Optional): Once potatoes are tender, use an immersion blender to partially mash some potatoes in the crockpot, leaving chunks for texture, or transfer a portion to a blender and puree before returning to the pot.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted and smooth. Add cooked bacon or smoked ham if using. Warm through for 10-15 minutes.
- Final Taste and Serve: Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish as desired with shredded cheddar, sour cream, crispy bacon, or green onions.
Notes
- Choose Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes for the best texture.
- Partially blending some potatoes improves creaminess while maintaining hearty chunks.
- Sauté onions and garlic before adding to the crockpot for deeper flavor.
- Use full-fat dairy for a rich and satisfying soup.
- Check potato tenderness early to avoid overcooking.
- Mix up toppings with herbs, cheese, or bacon for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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