Description
This Classic Crockpot Potato Soup is a creamy, comforting dish perfect for chilly days. Made easily in a slow cooker, it features tender russet potatoes simmered with onions and garlic, blended with cream cheese and cheddar for a rich texture, and topped with crispy fried onions and fresh green onions for added flavor and crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 6 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Dairy
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
Toppings & Garnish
- ½ cup fried onions, for topping
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Peel and dice the russet potatoes into small cubes. Chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves carefully for even cooking and flavor distribution.
- Combine in Slow Cooker: Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth into the slow cooker. Season with salt and black pepper, then stir everything together to combine the flavors.
- Cook the Soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook the mixture on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and fully cooked through.
- Thicken the Soup: Using a potato masher, mash some of the potatoes directly in the slow cooker to create a thicker texture. For a smoother soup, carefully use an immersion blender to blend a portion of the mixture.
- Add Cheeses and Milk: Stir in the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and milk or half-and-half. Cover again and cook for another 15 to 20 minutes until all the cheeses have melted and the soup is rich and creamy.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls, topping with crispy fried onions and freshly chopped green onions for a crunchy, flavorful finish.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth to make this soup vegetarian.
- For a lighter version, use low-fat cream cheese and milk.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, mash more potatoes or reduce the amount of liquid broth slightly.
- This soup can be easily reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Adding cooked bacon bits or a dash of smoked paprika can enhance the flavor.
