Best 3 Slow Cooker Easy Baked Potato Soup Recipes

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Seeking comfort in a bowl? Look no further than our slow-cooker baked potato soup extravaganza! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with three delectable recipes that transform humble potatoes into creamy, hearty goodness.

Our classic slow-cooker baked potato soup kicks off the feast with its simplicity and timeless flavors. This recipe embodies the essence of comfort food, where tender potatoes, savory bacon, and aromatic onions dance harmoniously in a creamy broth. For those with dietary restrictions, our vegetarian baked potato soup offers a plant-based rendition that's equally delightful. Savory vegetables like carrots, celery, and corn join forces with creamy coconut milk to create a rich and flavorful symphony.

Last but not least, our slow-cooker cheesy potato soup takes indulgence to new heights. Picture melty cheese enveloping tender potatoes, onions, and bacon in a velvety broth, topped with a crispy, cheesy crust. It's a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

So, gather your ingredients, plug in your slow cooker, and prepare to be swept off your feet by these baked potato soup sensations. Your taste buds will thank you!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP IN THE CROCK POT



Loaded Baked Potato Soup in the Crock Pot image

Transform bag of cheap potatoes into a decadent and comforting soup. Make this soup loaded by topping with bacon, cheese, sour cream, and chives.

Provided by Sarah Olson

Categories     Soup

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 lbs. russet potatoes
1 white onion (diced)
3 whole garlic cloves (keep them whole) (or 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
7 cups chicken broth ((or 7 cups water and 5 chicken bouillon cubes))
1/4 tsp. black pepper
16 oz. cream cheese (2 blocks total, ADD AT THE END OF THE COOKING TIME)
additional salt and pepper to taste
sour cream
cheddar cheese (grated)
green onion or chives (sliced)
cooked bacon (crumbled (or bacon bits))

Steps:

  • Peel, and dice your potatoes in a small dice. Add potatoes, garlic, onion, black pepper and chicken broth to slow cooker.
  • Cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 5 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time. You'll want to cook this until the potatoes are tender.
  • Add the cream cheese to the slow cooker, you can cube it if you like, but it's not nescessary. Using an immersion blend up the soup. If you don't have an immersion blender you can use a regular blender, you will need to blend the soup in batches.
  • Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 824 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY SLOW-COOKER POTATO SOUP



Easy Slow-Cooker Potato Soup image

This hearty slow-cooker potato soup tastes just like a loaded baked potato. Add the ingredients before heading to work in the morning for a quick and easy supper. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cubed
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional: Crumbled cooked bacon and chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine broth, potatoes, onion, garlic and pepper. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender., Mash potatoes to desired consistency. Whisk in cream cheese until melted. Stir in half-and-half. Cook, covered, until heated through, 5-10 minutes longer. Serve with cheese and, if desired, bacon and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BRETT'S SLOW COOKER LOADED BAKED POTATO SOUP



Brett's Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup image

The first time I decided to try making a loaded baked potato soup, I could not decide which recipe I found to use...so I combined 2 together that sounded great. It's is the best potato soup I've ever had! Anyone who's tried it cannot get enough of it.

Provided by Brett McKenney

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Potato Soup Recipes

Time 4h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 pounds red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 white onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package crisp cooked bacon, crumbled
¾ cup half-and-half
¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
½ cup sour cream, plus more for garnish
3 tablespoons minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • Combine potatoes, chicken broth, onion, butter, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker (such as Crock Pot®). Cook on High until soup flavors meld and potatoes are extremely soft, 4 to 5 hours.
  • Stir bacon, half-and-half, Cheddar cheese, and sour cream into the soup. Turn heat to Low setting; cook until thick and creamy, 15 to 20 minutes more.
  • Mash the soup in the slow cooker using a potato masher to your desired consistency. Garnish with additional Cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Cholesterol 89.1 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 1990.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • For creamy soup, blend some potato chunks until smooth before returning to the soup.
  • To make the soup thicker, mash some of the potatoes before returning to the soup.
  • Add a variety of toppings to your soup, such as cheese, bacon, sour cream, or chives.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives.
  • For a smoky flavor, roast the potatoes in the oven before adding them to the soup.
  • To make the soup vegan, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the butter.

Conclusion:

This slow-cooker baked potato soup is an easy and delicious weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover potatoes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a creamy and flavorful soup that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this slow-cooker baked potato soup a try.

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