Crock Pot Potato soup is good, but it’s even better when it’s a Loaded Baked Potato Soup, am I right? Slow Cooker recipes make planning dinner so much easier! This creamy, hearty soup full of potatoes and bacon will hit the spot!
Crock Pot Potato Soup Recipe – Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Slow Cooker soups are one of my favorite meals, especially in the rainy months here in the Pacific NW.
This crock pot potato soup ranks right at the top for a recipe that I make over and over. If you look in my Slow Cooker Recipe Archives, you’ll see more soup ideas and so many great ideas that will keep you drooling.
This soup is hearty, satisfying and warms you to the bone when you need it most. And it’s EASY! I’ve got a couple of recipes for slow cooker potato soup, but I think this one is my favorite. At least it is this winter. Although my Slow Cooker Clam Chowder is hard to pass up!
It’s one of those soups that must be served with garlic cheddar biscuits or warm crusty bread. Add a side salad full of veggies and homemade croutons and you’ll think you’ve died and gone to heaven.
Now before you go off condemning the potato, you gotta also know it’s full of nutrients. Did you know a potato has more potassium than a banana? Sure some potatoes are higher in starch, but it’s a whole food. That’s what I always tell myself as I’m scooping a big ladle of soup into my favorite soup bowl. 
Potato Soup with Half and Half
This hearty potato soup gets its creaminess from half and half. You could use whole milk if you wanted, but if you’re wanting an extra creamy full flavored soup, you’ll want to stick to the recipe.
This soup has so many flavors coming at you all at once, you’ll be the happiest person on earth while you eat your delicious dinner.
Your family will also eat seconds, there will be no leftovers for lunch the next day. I know many of you may have one of those new-fangled Insta- pots! Well, you’ll love this Insta-Pot Pressure Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe from my friend Jen.
More recipes for Potato Soup!
- Loaded Baked Potato Soup – DIY Candy
- 10 Minute Potato Soup – Living Locurto
Crock Pot Potato Soup
Bursting with flavor! Family-friendly and easy to make!
Ingredients
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 clove chopped garlic
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups water, divided
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled & diced into large chunks
- 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup Half & Half (or more as desired)
- Shredded cheese for garnish
- Fresh chives, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- I used my 5 quart slow cooker.
- First you're going to want to saute your onions and garlic in butter until they start to turn translucent and tender.
- Stir in the flour, mix well. Stir in 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Continue to stir until it thickens up. Once it's thickened, transfer it to your slow cooker.
- Add all other ingredients except 1/2 & 1/2, cheese, chives and a small amount of the bacon to be used for a garnish.
- Stir.
- Place the lid on and set your crock pot to LOW for 6-8 hours.
- Stir the half and half in about 15 minutes before serving.
- Scoop into a large soup bowl, garnish with the rest of the crumbled bacon, cheese and chives.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 211Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 710mgCarbohydrates: 20gFiber: 2gSugar: 3gProtein: 7g
How to Thicken Potato Soup in the Crockpot
It’s all in the prep before you place it in the slow cooker. Stirring in the flour with the sauteed garlic and onions sets the base for thickening any liquid added. If it still looks like it needs to be thicker after it’s cooked for a while in the crockpot, you can mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with about a 1/4 cup milk and just pour it in.
What Potatoes are Best for Soup?
Red Potatoes – I love using a red potato because they are low starch and aren’t going to get mushy as they cook. They will hold their shape and texture which makes them a great potato for soup.
Yukon Gold – These are another one of my favorites. They are a great all-purpose potato and great for soups, but if cooked too long, they may look their shape a little.
Russet Potatoes – These are my least favorite potato mainly because of the high starch content. They will also get mushy and lose their texture.
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Kim says
Hi Rachel, Potato soups don’t freeze that great. The potatoes get dry and grainy. The milk will also separate.
Rachel says
Can you freeze the leftovers?
Brooke says
Your instructions aren’t clear, do you add half of the bacon in the crockpot and save the remaining for topping?
Kim says
Hi Brooke,
Add the bacon with all the other ingredients, but save a bit for garnish. Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I’ve updated the recipe.
Noelle says
This was the perfect crock pot soup! Loved it!
Kim says
Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Noelle says
This was the perfect crock pot soup! Loved the flavors and it was a family pleaser! Lovely, thank you
Kim says
Thank you! Enjoy!
Catalina says
It sounds so easy and so perfect for these cold days! My favorite soup!
Kim says
Thank you! Yes, I love how easy it is and it always turns out delicious!
Toni Dash says
My kind of comfort food! It quickly became a favorite at my house!
Kim says
Thanks Toni! Quick comfort food is my fav!
Beth says
This is so delicious and yummy! My family loves this recipe! Can’t wait to make this again!
Kim says
Thanks Beth! It’s a keeper for sure!
Michelleq says
I’m trying this! We love soup in this house and the chillier nights have arrived. This just looks so tempting and I think I have everything I need but the half and half. I do have light cream though, so I think I will just substitute!
Kim says
yes the light cream will work beautifully.