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Crockpot Potato Soup Recipe

4.4 from 20 reviews

This comforting Crockpot Potato Soup is a creamy, hearty meal perfect for chilly days. Made with tender russet potatoes, flavorful chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup, it slow cooks to perfection with simple seasonings like thyme, garlic, and onion. Topped with shredded cheese, green onions, sour cream, and crispy bacon, this easy recipe yields a deliciously rich and satisfying soup for the whole family.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 5 large russet potatoes (peeled and cut into cubes)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Toppings

  • Sliced green onions (for garnish)
  • Shredded cheese (cheddar recommended)
  • Sour cream
  • Chopped cooked bacon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: Add the peeled and cubed russet potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker. These ingredients form the hearty base of the soup.
  2. Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and both cans of cream of chicken soup. Sprinkle in the dried thyme, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  3. Cook the soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes become tender and the soup attains a creamy consistency.
  4. Finish and serve: Before serving, stir the soup gently to incorporate any separated ingredients. Ladle into bowls and top generously with shredded cheese, sliced green onions, a dollop of sour cream, and crispy chopped bacon for extra flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes with the back of a spoon before serving.
  • Use cooked bacon or substitute with vegetarian bacon for a different flavor or dietary preference.
  • This soup can be made dairy-free by omitting cheese and sour cream or substituting with plant-based alternatives.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
  • If you prefer a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup before adding toppings.

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