Crockpot Potato Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Crockpot Potato Soup, the ultimate comfort food that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. This creamy, flavor-packed recipe combines tender Russet potatoes, savory chicken broth, and aromatic seasonings like garlic and thyme, for a soup that’s rich and satisfying. A buttery roux and heavy cream lend a velvety texture, while melted cheddar cheese adds a delightful touch of indulgence. Topped with crispy bacon and fresh green onions, this slow-cooked potato soup is perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Prep it in just 20 minutes, let your crockpot do the work, and enjoy a warm, crowd-pleasing meal that serves up serious flavor with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 medium Russet potatoes
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 teaspoons Minced garlic
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 4 slices Cooked bacon
• 2 stalks Green onions

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Dice the onion and mince the garlic if using fresh garlic.

Step 2

In a crockpot, combine the diced potatoes, onion, minced garlic, chicken broth, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.

Step 3

Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.

Step 4

Once the potatoes are cooked, use a potato masher to gently mash some of the potatoes in the crockpot. This will help thicken the soup while leaving some potato chunks for texture.

Step 5

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to create a roux.

Step 6

Gradually add the heavy cream to the roux, whisking constantly. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 7

Pour the cream mixture into the crockpot and stir to combine. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.

Step 8

Chop the cooked bacon into small pieces and slice the green onions thinly.

Step 9

Serve the potato soup hot, garnished with bacon crumbles, green onions, and additional shredded cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2607.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3005.9

Total Fat 173.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 524.4mg	0%
Sodium 6480.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 263.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 86.1g	0%

Vitamin D 14.1IU	0%
Calcium 1110.4mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 7097.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 35.5%