Slow Cooker Potato Soup: Creamy Comfort Made Simple (Print Version)
Slow cooker potato soup recipe that's thick, creamy, and comforting. Just dump ingredients in and let your crockpot work magic - perfect for busy days.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 360 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 375 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
01 -
3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
02 -
1 large yellow onion, diced
03 -
4 cloves garlic, minced
04 -
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
→ Creamy Finish
05 -
1 cup heavy cream
06 -
4 tablespoons butter
→ Seasonings
07 -
1 teaspoon salt
08 -
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 -
1 teaspoon dried thyme
→ Optional Toppings
10 -
1/2 cup crispy bacon bits, for serving
11 -
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, for serving
12 -
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped, for serving
13 -
1/2 cup sour cream, for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. Add diced onions and minced garlic to create aromatic base.
02 -
Add cubed potatoes, salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Stir to combine evenly.
03 -
Add broth until potatoes are covered with about 1 inch of liquid. Stir gently.
04 -
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
05 -
Using potato masher or immersion blender, mash about half the potatoes for desired texture.
06 -
Stir in heavy cream and butter. Set to warm for 10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings.
# Notes:
01 -
Always add cream at the end to prevent curdling - I learned this the messy way.
02 -
This soup actually tastes better the next day when flavors have melded together perfectly.
03 -
If soup gets too thick, gradually stir in warm broth until you reach desired consistency.
04 -
Russet potatoes are essential for that naturally creamy texture - other varieties just won't work the same.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
6-8 quart slow cooker
02 -
potato masher or immersion blender
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 285 kcal
Total Fat: 14 g
Total Carbohydrate: 36 g
Protein: 7 g