🥔 Crockpot Potato Soup
A creamy, comforting soup that’s easy to make in a slow cooker — perfect for chilly days.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 4–5 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- ½ cup sour cream or cream
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (optional)
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika (optional)
- 2–3 stalks celery, chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep ingredients
- Peel and dice potatoes.
- Chop onion, garlic, and optional celery.
2️⃣ Assemble in crockpot
- Add potatoes, onion, garlic, celery, broth, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Stir to combine.
3️⃣ Cook
- LOW: 6–7 hours
- HIGH: 3–4 hours
- Potatoes should be tender and easily pierced with a fork.
4️⃣ Blend (optional)
- For creamier texture, mash some potatoes with a potato masher or use an immersion blender.
5️⃣ Add creaminess
- Stir in cheddar cheese and sour cream until melted and smooth.
6️⃣ Serve
- Top with crumbled bacon, extra cheese, and chopped green onions.
🌿 Tips & Variations
- Make it vegan by using vegetable broth and dairy-free cream/cheese.
- Add cooked shredded chicken for a hearty meal.
- Sprinkle with fresh herbs like parsley or chives before serving.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for extra creamy texture.
I can also give you:
- Loaded Crockpot Potato Soup with bacon and cheddar
- Slow cooker creamy potato and leek soup
- Instant Pot version for faster cooking
Do you want one of these variations? 🥔
