Crockpot Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe
This Crockpot Loaded Baked Potato Soup is a creamy, hearty, and comforting slow cooker meal that combines tender potatoes, rich cheeses, smoky bacon, and savory seasonings. Perfect for busy days, it requires minimal hands-on time and delivers comforting flavors reminiscent of a loaded baked potato bowl in a smooth, spoonable soup. Enjoy it topped with crisp bacon, shredded cheddar, and fresh green onions for a satisfying family-friendly dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours on LOW or 3.5 hours on HIGH
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes (LOW) or 3 hours 45 minutes (HIGH)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Dairy and Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in crockpot: Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, diced onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme into the crockpot. Stir to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook the soup: Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender enough to pierce easily with a fork.
- Thicken the soup: Using a potato masher or spoon, mash some of the potatoes directly in the crockpot to create a thicker, creamier texture.
- Add dairy ingredients: Stir in the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream. Mix thoroughly until the soup is smooth, rich, and creamy throughout.
- Garnish and serve: Spoon soup into bowls and top with crumbled cooked bacon and chopped green onions. Serve the soup hot with crusty bread on the side for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey bacon or omit bacon for a vegetarian version.
- For a smoky flavor, add smoked paprika or roasted garlic during cooking.
- This soup reheats well – add a splash of milk or broth when warming to maintain creamy texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- For lower carbs, swap half the potatoes with cauliflower florets.
- Customize toppings to your preference, such as adding jalapeños, extra cheese, or fresh herbs.
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