Slow Cooker Creamy Potato Soup
Slow Cooker Creamy Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This rich and velvety soup combines tender Yukon Gold potatoes, savory onions, and creamy cheese for a heartwarming dish that feels like a hug in a bowl. Perfect for family dinners or unexpected guests, simply set it and let your slow cooker work its magic while you enjoy the cozy aroma filling your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cube the potatoes.
- Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in a pan over medium heat until fragrant.
- Transfer the sautéed mixture to the slow cooker. Add cubed potatoes and chicken broth.
- Season with salt and pepper; add herbs like thyme or rosemary if desired.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in softened cream cheese and blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Serve in bowls garnished with fresh herbs or crispy bacon bits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating crispy bacon bits or shredded cheese as toppings. - To increase nutrition, add vegetables like carrots or spinach. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.