Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe
This Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for cozy days. Made with tender Russet potatoes, savory garlic and onion, and rich cheeses, this slow-cooked soup offers the classic flavors of a loaded baked potato in a warm, hearty bowl. Easy to prepare, it allows the crock pot to do the work while you set it and forget it until mealtime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (high) or 6-8 hours (low)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes (high) or 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes (low)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 2.5 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled or unpeeled, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 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
Dairy and Cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 oz shredded cheddar cheese (approximately 1 cup)
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop the potatoes into roughly 2-inch chunks and roughly chop the onion to ensure even cooking and easy blending later.
- Combine in Crock Pot: Place the chopped potatoes, onion, chicken broth, whole garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper in the crock pot. Stir gently to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Cook: Cook the mixture on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours until the potatoes are tender and fully cooked.
- 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 slightly chunky texture or an immersion blender for a smooth, creamy soup. Blend until you reach your desired consistency.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with your favorite loaded baked potato toppings such as bacon bits, chopped green onions, sour cream, or extra cheese, then enjoy warm.
Notes
- Peeling the potatoes is optional; leaving the skins on adds texture and more nutrients.
- For vegetarians, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Using an immersion blender creates a smoother soup, while mashing by hand keeps some potato chunks for texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Add toppings like crispy bacon, green onions, diced tomatoes, or sour cream for a classic baked potato taste.
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