Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe
This Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Using russet potatoes and a blend of cheeses, it slow cooks to develop rich flavors, delivering the taste of a loaded baked potato in a warm, easy-to-make soup form.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours on high or 6-8 hours on low
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs Russet potatoes (optional to peel)
- 1 small onion (about 1/2 lb), roughly chopped
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 oz shredded cheddar cheese (about 1 cup)
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: Chop the russet potatoes into 2-inch chunks and roughly chop the onion to ensure even cooking and ease of blending later on.
- Cook in Crock Pot: Place the potatoes, onion, chicken broth, garlic, salt, and pepper into the crock pot. Cook on high heat for 4 hours or on low heat for 6 to 8 hours until the potatoes are tender.
- Add Dairy and Blend: Once cooking is complete, open the crock pot lid and add the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and heavy cream. Use a potato masher for a chunky texture or an immersion blender for a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the soup into bowls and top with your favorite loaded baked potato toppings such as bacon bits, scallions, sour cream, or extra cheese. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Peeling the potatoes is optional; leaving the skin on adds texture and nutrients.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste after blending dairy ingredients.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Use an immersion blender for a smoother texture or a potato masher for a chunkier soup.
- Additional toppings can include crispy bacon, green onions, sour cream, or chives.
Keywords: Loaded Baked Potato Soup, Crock Pot Soup, Slow Cooker Soup, Comfort Food, Creamy Potato Soup
