Description
Slow Cooker Potato Soup is a creamy, hearty comfort food classic made effortlessly in the crockpot. Filled with tender potatoes, onions, and savory seasonings, it’s blended to silky perfection and finished with cheese, bacon, and chives for the ultimate cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp thyme (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (optional for topping)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Add diced potatoes, onion, garlic, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and thyme to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Once cooked, mash some of the potatoes directly in the slow cooker for a thicker texture, or blend half of the soup using an immersion blender for a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Stir in heavy cream, butter, shredded cheese, and sour cream. Mix until melted and fully combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, extra cheese, and chopped chives before serving.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture or red potatoes for a chunkier soup.
- For a lighter version, substitute milk for heavy cream and Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Add diced carrots, celery, or ham for extra heartiness.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 6 hrs
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American