O Charley's Loaded Potato Soup

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of O'Charley's Loaded Potato Soup, a creamy, hearty dish packed with layers of irresistible ingredients. Perfectly tender russet potatoes form the base of this soup, complemented by smoky, crisp bacon, caramelized onions, and a buttery, cheesy cream broth that’s seasoned to perfection with salt and pepper. Topped with shredded cheddar, sour cream, and vibrant green onions, this crowd-pleasing recipe is a true cold-weather classic that’s ready in under an hour. Whether you’re seeking a soothing dinner or a satisfying starter, this loaded potato soup delivers warm, decadent bites in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized Russet potatoes
• 8 slices Bacon
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium-sized, diced Yellow onion
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 3 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalks, chopped Green onions

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the potatoes into small, bite-sized cubes. Set them aside in a large bowl of water to prevent browning.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon from the pot and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Reserve 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the pot.

Step 3

Add the butter to the pot with the reserved bacon grease and melt over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-5 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir until it forms a paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

Drain the potatoes and add them to the pot. Cook over medium heat until the potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.

Step 8

Crumble the cooked bacon and reserve a portion for garnish. Stir the remaining bacon into the soup.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with the reserved bacon, chopped green onions, and additional shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your bowl of delicious, loaded potato soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2473.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4091.5

Total Fat 308.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 183.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 906.5mg	0%
Sodium 6537.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 103.0g	0%

Vitamin D 10.2IU	0%
Calcium 1598.0mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 5109.8mg	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: 69.2%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 20.5%