Description
Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy potatoes, rich cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon for a cozy meal that warms both the heart and home. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings, this easy-to-make soup offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, leaving everyone at the table asking for seconds. With minimal prep time, you can set it in the slow cooker and enjoy the heavenly aroma as it simmers throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 medium Russet potatoes, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing, peeling, and dicing the potatoes.
- Combine diced potatoes, chicken broth, garlic powder, and seasonings in your Crock Pot; stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Mash some of the potatoes in the pot for a creamy consistency while keeping some chunks intact.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy bacon bits, green onions or chives, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg