Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup Recipe
One evening, I wanted to make something comforting for dinner but didn’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen. I had potatoes, bacon, and some basic ingredients in the pantry, so I decided to try making crack potato soup in the crock pot. The name “crack potato soup” comes from how addictively delicious it is, and after trying it, I completely understood why. The combination of creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and cheese made for the perfect soup.Since then, it’s become a regular in our house. It’s simple to make, and the crock pot does most of the work. Whether it’s a chilly day or just a night when I want something hearty and easy, this soup always hits the spot.
Equipment
- Crock pot or slow cooker
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (about 6 slices)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Green onions or extra cheese for topping
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes, and dice the onion. Mince the garlic and crumble the cooked bacon.
- Place the potatoes, onion, and garlic in the crock pot. Pour in the chicken broth, and season with salt and pepper. Stir everything together.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6 hours (or on high for 3 hours) until the potatoes are tender.
- Once the potatoes are tender, use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash the potatoes to your desired consistency (you can leave some chunks for texture or blend it smoother).
- Add the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese to the soup, stirring until the cheese has melted and the soup is creamy.
- Stir in the crumbled bacon and cook for an additional 10 minutes on low.
- Serve hot, topped with green onions or extra cheese if desired.