Description
Learn how to make this Easy Crock Pot Potato Soup for the absolute best comfort food. The slow cooker does all the work to make the creamiest potato soup that will impress the entire family.
Ingredients
- 5 large russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Xanthan Gum
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 6 cups diced russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), 1 medium onion diced, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon paprika, and 4 cups chicken broth in the crockpot.
- Step 2: Cook on low 4 to 6 hours, or on high 3-4 hours – until potatoes are soft.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup heavy whipping cream and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until the mixture is smooth. Stir the cream mixture into the crockpot.
- Step 4: Add 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and ½ cup sour cream to the crockpot and stir until the cheese is melted and well combined.
- Step 5: Cook the soup on high for 20 to 30 minutes until the soup thickens slightly.
Notes
Serve with your favorite toppings such as cheddar cheese, sour cream, chives, and plant-based bacon bits. You can substitute 2 tablespoons of corn starch instead of the Xanthan gum to help thicken the soup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 408 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 584 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 81 mg