Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup Recipe
A rich, creamy, and cheesy Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup loaded with tender diced potatoes, melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh green onions for the ultimate comfort meal.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 6 cups diced potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold, peeled
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup heavy cream
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped green onions optional garnish
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes into small, even cubes. Crumble the cooked bacon, shred the cheddar cheese, and cube the cream cheese. Gather all ingredients for an easy, organized preparation.
- Layer the diced potatoes in the crock pot. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the potatoes, then add the shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, and cubed cream cheese evenly.
- Pour the chicken broth over the layered ingredients, ensuring they are covered. Add salt and pepper to taste and stir gently to combine.
- Set the slow cooker to LOW for 7-8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours. Let the soup cook until the potatoes are tender and the flavors meld together into a rich, creamy texture.
- Once cooked, stir in the heavy cream to enhance the soup's creaminess. Adjust the seasoning as needed. Optionally blend part of the soup for a smoother consistency.
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with extra shredded cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a side salad.
Notes
You can customize this recipe with vegetarian alternatives or extra vegetables. Enjoy your comforting and cheesy Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup as a perfect meal any day!