Valerie Estes
@culinaryvalerie
Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup Delight
This creamy and hearty loaded baked potato soup is made in a slow cooker, featuring tender red potatoes, crispy bacon, and rich cheddar cheese. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a comforting lunch, this soup is easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
Details
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:11
- Views:8
Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time4 min.
- Total time39 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 3 pounds, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans
- 1, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1 (8 ounce) package, crumbled
- 3/4 cup
- 3/4 cup, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup, plus more for garnish
- 3 tablespoons (Optional)
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup Delight.
Step 1
To create a delicious slow cooker potato soup, start by placing red potatoes, chicken broth, chopped onion, butter, salt, and black pepper into your slow cooker.
Step 2
Give it a gentle stir to combine the ingredients.
Step 3
Cover the slow cooker and set it to High, allowing it to cook for about 4 to 5 hours.
Step 4
Youâll know itâs ready when the potatoes are tender and the flavors have beautifully melded together.
Step 5
Once thatâs done, itâs time to add some richness to your soup.
Step 6
Stir in crumbled bacon, half-and-half, shredded Cheddar cheese, and sour cream.
Step 7
Switch the heat to Low and let it cook for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, which will help thicken the soup and make it wonderfully creamy.
Step 8
For the finishing touch, grab a potato masher and mash the soup right in the slow cooker to your preferred consistencyâwhether you like it chunky or smooth, itâs all up to you! When youâre ready to serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top it off with extra Cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh chives for that perfect pop of flavor.
Step 9
Enjoy this comforting bowl of goodness thatâs sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds!.