Description
Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is a warm, creamy delight that combines tender russet potatoes, crispy bacon, and rich cheddar cheese. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly days or cozy family gatherings. With minimal effort required, simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it do the work—resulting in a deliciously hearty dish that everyone will love. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that warms both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 6 strips bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 green onions (sliced for garnish)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, saving drippings.
- In the same skillet with drippings, add diced potatoes, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and chicken broth to the Crock Pot.
- Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg