Potato Chip Soup
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food twist with this creamy and savory Potato Chip Soup, a recipe that transforms everyone's favorite salty snack into a rich, velvety bowl of goodness. Made with crumbled plain potato chips, sautéed onions, garlic, and smooth heavy cream, this quick and easy soup comes together in just 30 minutes—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an effortless crowd-pleaser. The saltiness of the chips blends seamlessly with chicken or vegetable broth, creating a uniquely indulgent base that’s both hearty and satisfying. Garnish with fresh chives and a handful of crushed chips for an irresistible crunch and vibrant pop of flavor. Ideal for anyone looking to elevate pantry staples, this one-pot recipe is a fun, unexpected twist that’s sure to delight!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups potato chips (plain, salted)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cups crushed potato chips (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Crumble the potato chips and add them to the pot. Stir to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.
Step 5
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to help the potato chips dissolve.
Step 7
Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender in batches), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Step 8
Stir in the heavy cream and season with black pepper.
Step 9
Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to warm through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 10
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives and additional crushed potato chips, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1712.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3096.9 |
| Total Fat 236.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 101.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 302mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5739.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 212.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.3g | |
| Protein 34.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 158.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4923.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories