Slow Cooker Potato Soup
A comforting and creamy slow cooker potato soup made with tender potatoes, onions, garlic, and a touch of cream. Perfect for a cozy meal any day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
6 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
Instructions
Place the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and minced garlic into the slow cooker.
Pour the chicken broth over the vegetables and stir to combine.
Add salt, black pepper, and dried thyme to the slow cooker and stir gently.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the potatoes are very tender.
Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash or blend the soup to your desired consistency, leaving some chunks for texture.
Stir in the unsalted butter, whole milk, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream until the cheese is melted and the soup is creamy.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.