Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup
Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy textures with the savory goodness of bacon and cheddar cheese. This easy, slow-cooked soup is perfect for chilly evenings or when you want to impress guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Each spoonful is a delicious explosion of flavor, making it a must-try dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and dicing the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces.
- In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion in leftover bacon grease until soft and translucent.
- Combine the cubed potatoes, crumbled bacon, sautéed onions, garlic powder, and chicken broth in your Crock Pot.
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted. For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup with an immersion blender.
- Serve hot with additional bacon bits and parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Consider using sweet potatoes or adding vegetables like carrots or spinach for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to three months.