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Creamy Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup Recipe with Bacon Topping

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A rich and velvety slow cooker potato soup topped with crispy bacon and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for cozy nights and easy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups (32 fl oz) chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup (8 fl oz) heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6–8 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 2–3 green onions, sliced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Peel and dice about 4 medium russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Rinse briefly to remove excess starch and pat dry.
  3. Add the sautéed onion and garlic mixture to the slow cooker. Toss in the diced potatoes and pour in 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Using an immersion blender, puree about half the soup until smooth but still chunky. Alternatively, transfer half the soup to a blender in batches and blend.
  6. Stir in softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined. Pour in heavy cream and stir gently. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Cook bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
  8. Ladle the creamy potato soup into bowls and sprinkle generously with crumbled bacon and sliced green onions.

Notes

Add cream cheese and heavy cream at the end of cooking to avoid curdling. Use russet potatoes for natural thickening. Cook bacon until crispy for best texture. Adjust seasoning gradually and taste often. If soup is too thick, add broth or cream; if too thin, cook uncovered on high for 15-20 minutes to reduce.

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Keywords: slow cooker, potato soup, creamy soup, loaded potato soup, bacon topping, comfort food, easy dinner

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