Slow-Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Name: Slow-Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 h 40 min
Total time: 6 h 55 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 slices bacon, chopped; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 Tbsp flour; 1 carton 25%-less-sodium chicken broth, 1 L, divided; 3 large baking potatoes, 1.4 kg, about 6, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 cups Kraft Double Cheddar Light Shredded Cheese, divided; 1/2 cup skim milk; 1/2 cup light sour cream; 1/4 chopped cup fresh chives

11/18/201304/07/2022

Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup tastes just like a loaded baked potato – very rich, think and creamy. Heaven with each spoonful of this creamy potato soup!

You’re here because you love a great bowl of soup, and I totally get that. There’s nothing like a hot soup on a chilly day. So before I dive into this delicious loaded potato soup recipe, I’ll share some other great ones for you to try – because why stop at one?

Just wait until you check out my Slow Cooker Cheese Broccoli Soup! You also don’t want to miss my Roasted Tomato Soup – another great classic! And if slow cooking is your thing, you simply much check out my Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Pineapple Ham. It’s incredible!

My Fall routine goes something like this:

Store outdoor Summer toys and furniture {ok, I missed a few items, they are now buried in snow}
Store the Summer jackets and clothing to make way for the Winter gear {bah-humbug}
My slow cooker takes up a permeant spot on the counter {yay!}

Slow-Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup recipe

There are few things I enjoy about the transition from Summer to Fall and Winter, yet at the top of my list is using the slow cooker more often. This handy sidekick is the highlight of the season and one of my all-time favourite small appliances.

When cold winds blow there is nothing like comfort meals this time of year. Yet, said comfort meals generally take more time to prepare and cook yet we all know that we are not allotted more time in our day to accommodate.

My schedule is still as busy as ever, plus it takes more time to travel to activities in this season, so it’s almost like I have less time in my day. So, where does one find the solution to having those comfort foods in such a busy schedule?

That’s right, my best friend – the slow cooker.

So much can be said for having a meal ready for you, when you get home. Walking in the door to the aroma of dinner waiting for you – is something special {kinda like clean sheet day}.

Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup tastes just like a loaded baked potato - very rich, think and creamy. Heaven with each spoonful!

There is most likely slow cooker recipes for any meal out there. Once you dig in, you’ll discover a whole world of possibilities when it comes to the convenience of this cooking method.

I have a few hearty soup recipes in my own ‘Recipe Box’ here on My Organized Chaos, yet I’m always wanting to add to that collection. There’s also a wonderful Creamy Chicken Stew as well. I do my best to keep you warm!

Making my own soups never used to be appealing, why bother when it comes in a can? Yet, from the first time I made my own soup and tasted that fresh and hearty goodness, I was hooked. This crockpot potato soup is one that made me fall in love with making my own.

Now, it’s become one of my favourite meals to make in the crock pot. Hot soup with a creamy texture waiting for you when coming in from shovelling on a cold day? Yes, please!

How to Make Loaded Baked Potato Soup

This easy recipe for loaded potato soup uses simple ingredients which I had on hand, took very little time to prepare. Within the first 30 minutes in the slow cooker, my house was filled with the fantastic smell of this soup. The result? Simply amazing!

To make this you’ll need the following ingredients:

bacon
onion
all purpose flour
25%-less-sodium chicken broth
russet potatoes (sub yukon gold potatoes if you want)
sharp cheddar cheese
skim milk (or heavy cream)
sour cream
green onions
black pepper, if desired

To Make:

Cook and stir bacon in large skillet on medium heat until crisp and set aside on a paper towel to soak up grease. Add onions to bacon drippings in skillet and cook until crisp-tender. Stir in flour and cook; then add in the chicken stock until it boil and thickens. Pour into slow cooker then stir in the remaining broth and potatoes. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 to 10 hours (or high 5 to 6 hours).
Using a slotted spoon, take out and mash potatoes with a potato masher until smooth. You can also just use an immersion blender and blend right in the crockpot. Add cheese to the slow cooker and stir until melted. Then add back in the mashed potatoes and milk; cook, covered, 5 min. or until heated through.
Serve soup with your favorite toppings such as: crispy bacon, remaining cheese, a dollop of sour cream and chives.
ENJOY!

Can I freeze Potato Soup?

Yes, without the toppings, freeze this soup in an airtight container or freezer bags for up to 3-4 months. To reheat, allow to defrost completely and reheat until hot.

This ultimate comfort food tastes just like a loaded baked potato – very rich, think and creamy. Heaven with each spoonful, and my favorite go to when I want a classic potato soup recipe! This makes a huge batch of soup, so your entire family will get to have seconds.

Straight into my Fall & Winter slow cooker favourites, this Slow Cooker Potato Soup is like the epitome of comfort food. Bring it on Fall & Winter, I’m more prepared than I thought thanks to this hearty soup!