Crockpot Loaded Potato Soup
A creamy and hearty soup featuring tender potatoes, savory bacon, and cheddar cheese, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian (optional)
Ingredients
- 6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the diced potatoes, onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- Mash some of the potatoes with a fork for a thicker consistency if desired.
- Add the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese, cooking on low until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve into bowls and top with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.
Notes
Using Russet potatoes yields a creamier texture. Adjust seasoning before serving to enhance flavor.