Easy Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe
Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup is an irresistible creation of creamy goodness thanks to soft potatoes in a creamy base and savory toppings such as bacon, cheese and green onion that will have your taste buds dancing with delight. This recipe is the best potato soup you’ll have!
As the chill of the winter season sets in, there’s something undeniably comforting about a warm bowl of soup after a long day.
One of my very favorite things to do in the colder months is to experiment by making different kinds of soup. So the thought of combining my love for baked potatoes and soup was something I couldn’t resist.
And I especially LOVE to use my slow cooker because as the soup cooks throughout the day, the delicious scent fills the house. Whether it’s creamy baked potato soup or Three Bean Slow Cooker Chili, I love coming home to those aromas!
The best thing about this soup is how easy it is to personalize for your family.
If you want more scrumptious soup recipes, try my Chicken and Rice Soup or Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup.
What You’ll Love About Crock Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup
- Easy – I love making slow cooker meals because it feels like hardly any work at all and frees up my time to run kids around or help with homework.
- Customizable – Everyone has different taste preferences, so I love being able to make a delicious base that everyone in the family can personalize to their hearts’ desire!
- Affordable – With groceries being so expensive these days, this recipe is still budget-friendly.
- Comforting – This loaded baked potato soup checks all the boxes for comfort food at its best! It’s rich, creamy, hearty, and oh-so-yummy.
Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe Ingredients
- Onion – chopped
- Russet Potatoes – large, cut into bite-size pieces
- Chicken Bouillon Seasoning – I ditched standard bouillon seasoning years ago and replaced it with Better Than Bouillon. It’s healthier and SO good!
- Water
- Seasonings – Italian Seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic
- Butter – salted or unsalted
- Heavy Cream
- Cornstarch – a thickening agent
- Sour Cream – regular or light
- Cheddar Cheese – shredded, optional
- Bacon – crumbled, optional
- Green Onions – chopped, optional
How To Make Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Step 1 – Prepare Potatoes And Onion
Begin by peeling the potatoes and onion.
Next, chop the onions and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add to the slow cooker.
Step 2 – Add Bouillon And Water
Add chicken bouillon seasoning to water and stir to dissolve. Pour seasoned water into the slow cooker.
Step 3 – Slow Cook
Set the slow cooker on high and cook for 4 hours (or 6-8 hours on low).
Step 4 – Make Butter Mixture
Once the potatoes and onions have cooked for 3 hours, melt butter in a saucepan. Add cream, sour cream, garlic, and spices to melted butter.
Step 5 – Thicken Butter Mixture
Bring the butter mixture to a simmer, then whisk in the cornstarch. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes so it thickens.
Step 6 – Add Mixture To Soup
Pour the thickened cream mixture into the potatoes and allow to cook for 1 more hour.
Serve! Top with cheese, chives, and bacon, or any of your other favorite toppings.
Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup Recipe Notes And Tips
- Use half and half instead of heavy cream for a lower-fat option.
- Make a double batch and freeze part of it for another meal. 😉
- Russet or Idaho potatoes are considered baking potatoes so those are my go-to’s in this soup.
Variations Of Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup To Try
- Cheese – cheddar cheese is always a great go-to cheese for this soup but feel free to try different cheeses such as feta, mozzarella, parmesan, or bleu cheese.
- Toppings – Think outside the box when it comes to the toppings. Change it up a little by adding broccoli florets, green chiles, french-fried onions, or Pico de Gallo.
- Meat – Add in some diced ham for a yummy bite….because who doesn’t love ham, right!?
- Add Some Heat – Toss in some jalapeños for a little kick.
Make It Gluten-Free
All ingredients except the Italian seasoning and the Chicken Bouillon Seasoning are naturally gluten-free. Just make sure these two ingredients are gluten-free before preparing this soup and you should be all set to serve this dish as 100% gluten-free.
How To Serve Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Serve with some garlic bread or Texas toast.
I also like to serve a yummy salad like my Easy Broccoli Salad or Copycat Panera Fuji Apple Salad.
A delicious fruit salad also pairs well with this soup!
Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup FAQs
Allow any leftovers to cool completely then place them in an airtight container. The soup will stay fresh and tasty for up to 3 – 4 days in the refrigerator.
Of course! This recipe is perfect for freezing and will keep in the freezer for up to 1 – 2 months.
This recipe is perfect for making ahead of time. I would recommend that you wait to add the bacon, chives, cheese, and sour cream until just before serving.
Yes! I don’t recommend using shredded potatoes (like hashbrowns), but you could definitely save some time by using frozen diced potatoes or Southern hashbrowns without seasoning.
More Mouthwatering Soups To Try
- Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup
- Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
- Instant Pot Sausage Potato Spinach Soup
- The Best Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
- 25+ Best Crock Pot Soups for Fall – Easy Slow Cooker Soups
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Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Slow Cooker Loaded Baked Potato Soup is an irresistible creation of creamy goodness thanks to soft potatoes in a creamy base and savory toppings such as bacon, cheese and green onion that will have your taste buds dancing with delight. This recipe is the best potato soup you'll have!
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 large russet potatoes
- 1 tbsp chicken bouillon seasoning
- 3 cups water
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes and the onion into bite-size pieces, then add them to the slow cooker.
- Add the chicken bouillon to the water and mix, then add it to the slow cooker.
- Cook on high for 4 hours.
- At 3 hours, melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add the cream, sour cream, garlic, and spices. Bring to a simmer and then whisk in the cornstarch. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Add the cream mixture to the potatoes and cook for the last hour.
- Serve topped with cheese, chives, and bacon.
