Description

Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese into a rich and hearty dish. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make soup simmers in your slow cooker while you unwind. Topped with green onions for a fresh finish, each bowl is a delight that will leave your family and friends asking for more.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
¼ cup sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

Peel and cube the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; crumble it.
Sauté onions in the same skillet until translucent; add garlic and sauté for one minute.
In the crock pot, combine potatoes, sautéed onions and garlic, crumbled bacon, and chicken broth.
Cook on low for about four hours; then stir in softened cream cheese until creamy.
Add cheddar cheese thirty minutes before serving; garnish with green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like carrots or spinach or using different cheeses such as pepper jack for a spicy twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat on low heat.