Potato Soup Recipe
Crock pot Potato Soup couldn’t be any easier and is the ultimate comfort food. It’s cooked all day in the slow cooker and is great recipe for a cold day. Top with salty bacon, cheese, and green onions for a loaded baked potato soup.
This is the best soup and is so versatile – add broccoli or ham to give it a twist. This easy recipe will become your go-to crockpot potato soup recipe that the whole family loves.
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CROCKPOT POTATO SOUP
I’m not handling this cold weather gracefully.
I know my husband dreams that someday we will move to somewhere colder but I really can’t do cold weather.
Like really. Today it was 39 degrees here in Florida and I wanted to huddle in a ball and do nothing all day. Is that normal?
Or are some people invigorated by the cold weather? I braved the cold during my college years and I don’t think I took off my pea coat the entire four years.
This easy potato soup recipe has a really high taste to effort ratio. Just throw it in the Crock Pot and you have a delicious soup. Sure I have this Creamy Chicken and Potato soup but this one is so easy!
INGREDIENTS
- FROZEN HASH BROWNS POTATOES – you can use shredded or diced potatoes. Some people like to use fresh here. Just use the same amount doesn’t really matter what kind of potatoes as long as you cook them until fork tender.
- CHICKEN STOCK OR BROTH – you could also use vegetable broth here. I like to use low sodium chicken broth so I can control the salt.
- CREAM OF CHICKEN – makes it a thicker soup but has so much flavor.
- CHOPPED ONION – I like to use yellow onions here.
- PEPPER
- CREAM CHEESE – adds that creamy base to the soup. There’s no heavy cream or sour cream so this is the creamy factor.
- TOPPINGS: cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, sliced green onions
HOW TO MAKE CROCKPOT POTATO SOUP
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In a slow cooker, combine potatoes, chicken broth, soup, onion, and pepper.
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Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours. If your potatoes are still in big chunks you need to cook it longer. They will start falling apart when it’s ready. You don’t have to use an immersion blender. In fact, it’s good with a few chunks or however much you want to blend it.
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Add the cream cheese and cook 30 minutes or until cream cheese is melted, stirring occasionally, until combined.
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Top with cheese, cooked bacon, or sliced green onions if desired.
HOW TO MAKE POTATO SOUP
This is the best potato soup recipe with a creamy texture. Add some extra cheese on top to make it an out of this world cheesy potato soup.
If you’re someone who gets scared from the one cream of chicken soup in this than you can make this Creamy Ham version of Potato Soup. It’s great too.
Then if you’re a mean mom like me you’ll make your kids stir in some steamed broccoli. They actually didn’t mind at all.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge!
WHAT’S THE BEST SLOW COOKER?
I make potato soup in my 7-quart Crock-Pot. I’ve had it for years, and it’s always been reliable for making creamy soup and it’s large enough to feed my whole family. You can get it on Amazon for around $80 and it’s something that you’ll use for years to come!
FRESH POTATOES
If you don’t want to use frozen potatoes you can use fresh potatoes like Russet potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes. Dice the potatoes and continue with the directions.
HOW DO YOU MAKE POTATO SOUP NOT BLAND?
It’s all about the toppings! Add some bacon, a dollop of sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, and green onions to your potato soup bowls.
IS THIS GLUTEN-FREE?
No. Cream of chicken soups usually are thickened with flour. You could find a gluten-free version.
WHAT TO SERVE WITH THIS?
Serve with steamed veggies or a salad.
OTHER SOUP RECIPES
- Healthy Vegetable Chicken Soup
- Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
- Cauliflower Soup
- Stuffed Pepper Soup
- Easy Tomato Soup
- Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup
- Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
- Creamy Chicken Potato soup
- Lasagna Soup
OTHER POTATO RECIPES:
- Ultimate Twice Baked Potatoes
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
- Jalapeno Popper Mashed Potatoes
- Funeral Potatoes
- Loaded Mashed Potatoes
- Ruth’s Chris Sweet Potato Casserole
- Scalloped Potatoes
Creamy Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 1 (30 ounce) bag frozen hash-brown potatoes (I used cubed)
- 2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth, (see Note)
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow onions
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, (more to taste)
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, (softened)
- Optional Toppings: cheese, bacon, sliced green onions
Equipment
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine potatoes, chicken broth, soup, onion, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours. If your potatoes are still in big chunks you need to cook it longer. They will start falling apart when it's ready.
- Add the cream cheese and cook 30 minutes or until cream cheese is melted, stirring occasionally, until combined.
- Top with cheese, bacon, or sliced green onions if desired.
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Notes
Wondering if I could add chicken breast to this soup in anyway if I have boneless/skinless breasts! Suggestions?
Yes, I would throw that in when you start the recipe.
I have made this many times over but have a question. I am going to be making this for a family after a funeral service. I need to make it for that reason the day before and then just refridgerate in the crockpot overnight. Do you think it will reheat well? Thinking start out on high and keep and eye on it. May also have to add some water/ cream or milk if needed. Thanks
Yes, that will work. I’m so sorry about losing your loved one. That is so hard especially in a time like this.
Excellent recipe. Made this recipe several times during Lent.✝️ Thank You!😊
So happy to heat that!
I’m so sorry! I see now that it is posted! Thank you! I can’t wait to try this!
The ingredients list doesn’t include cream cheese! Do you just use one 8 ounce block?!
Can I substitute the cream cheese for Greek yogurt? Looking for something with less calories!
Yes. It will be a little more tart though!
I made this and it was delicious! The last time I made it I didn’t have any cream cheese so I used sour cream. But my biggest change was to replace cream of chicken with cream of bacon! I think the bacon flavor is really good in potato soup.
Great idea!
Great recipe… And my kids loved it, which is a miracle…I did use Cream of bacon soup instead because I was to lazy to go to store…lol…
Sounds delicious!
I liked this receipe! I used the cream of chicken with herbs, I added the spices I wanted & extra pepper and diced ham. My only question is this: when I added the cream cheese, either my soup was maybe too hot (my crock pots all seem to run super hot) or something because it didn’t melt, very small bits but not melted 100%. Otherwise, this was a very flavorful quick and easy soup!
Keep stirring it and the cream cheese will melt.
I used sweet potatoes instead and added celery and a few carrots.. by far the best soup I’ve ever tasted in my life,thanks for the recipe
You are welcome!
Can I speed it up a bit if u put it on high. Will it mess it up?
Nope. You can totally do it!
Made this simple soup tonight and I was not disappointed. It was creamy and just delicious. And it could not have been easier. Recommended to my Mom who says she has never found a potato soup recipe she liked – but i’m betting she will like this one. I’m looking forward to the leftovers tomorrow!
Awesome!
I hope I didnt screw this up ! I put the cream cheese in with everything else ! Any idea how it will affect it ?
No worries. It will work.
This recipe sounds terrific! Do I have to peel the potatoes if I scrub them well?
I love this recipe! Even my picky toddler loves it. I just got an Instant Pot for Christmas… Have you ever tried this recipe in one?
This soup was the best homemade potato soup I have ever made! I used what I had on hand….a 20 ounce bag of refrigerated bagged hash browns. Since it was short of the 30 ounces called for, I had some baby yellows on hand and added 10 ounces of those chopped in small cubes. (Added some nice fresh texture too!). Added one 32 ounce of chicken brother since I didn’t want to waste 4-6 ounces left in one box. THIS SOUP WAS SUPREME! Thank you for my now go to recipe!!!
And that’s BROTH not BROTHER in my review above. I’m sure he wouldn’t be appreciate being added to my soup! 😂
Oh I’m so happy to hear that Kathleen.
Is there something I can substitute for the cream cheese?
It gives it that creamy texture. I’m not sure, maybe cream?
Sour cream!
What size crockpot do you use for this recipe? Does the “8 servings” indicate one bowl per person? Does it work if doubled for serving a larger crowd?
Yes, you can definitely double for a large crowd. Yes, it’s one bowl per serving.
Can do the heat at high for 3 hours instead? Thanks!
It might take closer to four even on high.
Family loved it so much I decided to convert it to vegan so my niece could enjoy too! Family couldn’t tell the difference.
Glad you loved them!
Glad you loved them!
Made this last night and it turned out GREAT! I cut up potatoes instead of frozen, and only added a bit more pepper than the initial amount. Did bacon, cheese, and chives on top. I will make this again! Thanks!
You’re welcome!
What size crockpot?
Absolutely delish! I add browned and crumbled pork sausage to the recipe. Quickly became a family favorite and have passed on the recipe multiple times.
Sounds delicious!
If I double the recipe, will I need to have in the slow cooker longer? Thanks
Yes, it might take a bit longer but not too much.
I love making soups & stews in the crock. This is the easiest and tastiest Potato Soup recipe I have ever used. It is OUTSTANDING. I made it the first time (the entire pot was empty in about 2 hours) and then lost the recipe. It was easy to remember, but I continued to look so I could give it a 5 Star review.
Awesome to hear that!
If you decided to use fresh potatoes, how many or how many pounds would it take? Sounds great, I want to try it but I have some potatoes I need to use up.
It calls for 30 ounces which is around 2 lbs. Hope that helps.
Any chance I can use leftover mashed potatoes mixed in for this recipe?? Tons leftover after thanksgiving and this soup sounds epic!!
I’m sure you could but I’m not sure on amounts.
I read somewhere else to mix the cream cheese in with the soup??
You can definitely throw it all in at the beginning.
Do I have to use cream of chicken soup or can I leave it out?
If you want it to be creamy you should add it.
I too don’t like canned soups because of the high salt content and preservatives. I found this by Googling “canned cream soup substitute.” https://www.favfamilyrecipes.com/condensed-cream-of-chicken-substitute/
My niece made this for a recent family gathering. It’s the best potato soup I’ve ever eaten! So happy to have this recipe.
Oh well that is great to hear!
Can i use real potatoes?
Absolutely!
Made this soup and family loved it. Was wondering if it could be made in roaster oven for a crowd.
It’s a miracle! The whole family loves this soup!
Aww that is a miracle! It’s so hard to please everyone.
I love this soup! Thanks you!
My question is can you freeze it after you make it?
Totally! It’s freezable.
Its in my crockpot right now. It makes a lot! Can this soup be frozen? Thanks. Btw it looks & smells delicious!
Yes you can totally freeze it!
I was wondering about the Creamy Potato Soup Recipe. Can I add the cream cheese at the same time all the ingredients go in the crock pot instead of at the end when the 5-6 hrs cook time is over? I’m making this for our Church Potluck bcuz I need easy recipes & just let it cook & not have to worry about adding more or timing it so it gets done in time. Thank You
Soup was fantastic! We had a soup sale at my church today and everyone loved the soup. There wasn’t any left to bring home! I shared the recipe with several people!
Thank you for sharing!
absolutely delicious and so easy! i get requests for the recipe every time i make it for friends and family!
I’m so happy to hear that.
Best potato soup I’ve ever eaten!
Aww thank you!
Frozen potatoes (32 oz bag) $2.28
Chicken broth (32 oz carton) $1.89
Cream of chicken (10.5 oz can) $.66
Onion (1 whole) $.64
Cream cheese (8 oz pkg) $1.33
Total $6.83
These are my current grocery store prices. The potatoes, broth, and onion are all more than needed for the recipe.
Optional toppings:
Green onion (1 bundle) $.99
Bacon (fully cooked box) $3.99
Shredded cheese (8 oz) $2.49
Total with extras including an entire package of bacon and an entire bag of cheese $14.30
Use boullion and cut up your own potatoes to save a little more. Make your “cream of ___” from scratch.
Thanks for pricing this out!
I love the people who are deeming this “unhealthy and expensive”. Um, if you are worried about the calories, then stay away and for the ones who said it was expensive, for about $15 or less you make this depending on whether or not you are adding ingredients or leaving some out. So, if you are feeding a family of four, it comes out to be about $3.75/ serving, about half the price if you went out and ate with your family soooooo, what’s the problem? I think it was delish! I added a bag of frozen peas and carrots and changed the cream of chicken to a condensed cheddar cheese, and changed the chix broth to veggie stock (I’m a veggie, that’s why I had to modify) then added a bit more shredded because I like cheese. That is all the modifications I made and it was super great! I paired it with some nice warm rolls. I originally was going to buy a bag of potatoes and go that route, but, then I saw this and figured why not give myself a break? Glad I did! Thank you for a simple, easy to modify and inexpensive meal idea!
So glad you did!
First, I love your humor, stories and your recipes! Keep it up!
Now, I just made your Creamy Potato Soup for the crock pot on the stove top. I had a rough day and was in dire need of comfort food. I followed the recipe except I used cream of celery soup (what I had on hand). I also used bacon from the beginning. Brought everything to a boil and turned it down to a simmer for 45 minutes. Topped it off with Garlic croutons. YUMMY!! YUMMY!! Thank you for all you do!
Can I cook this on high for like 3-4 hours??
Yes!
Could you add some Minced clams and make new england clam. Chowder?regina
I’m sure you could!
Do you thaw your potatoes ahead of time? Mine has cooked for 7 hours now and potatoes are still hard. ={
It helps to thaw ahead of time but I never have and my potatoes are never hard. Hmmm. Sorry. Looks like thawing might be better for your situation.
This is the creamiest, most delicious potato soup ever! My only question is, can you cook this on the stove top and how? and will it be the same as the slow cooker? We just moved and want to make this for. Friend who just had a baby, however, all our things are still in storage, including the slow cooker!
I was a little skeptical about 5 hours in because the potatoes didn’t look right for a potato soup. I used diced frozen potatoes and frozen chopped onions (I let them both thaw for a few hours first). I added a cup of mild cheddar cheese, extra salt and pepper, and let it cook for about an hour and a half more than the time it stated. I typically don’t take the time to leave reviews, but holy cow! This is the most delicious potato soup I’ve ever tasted and it’s so simple! We ate ours with crackers and microwavable bacon. Definitely saving this recipe for future use. So, so, so good!
Easy, quick and delicious! Have made it many, many times.
I have made this recipe for friends, church, and family. Many people have asked for the recipe, it is that good.
Awww thank you!
Made this last week was fantastic! I used a 6 qt crock pot but next time will make in a 4 qt. This was okay the night I made it but fantastic the next day, so like a lot of soups is better after sitting over night. Thanks for the recipe!
You’re welcome!
I love everything about this recipe!
Thank you Mandy!
Excellent recipe for Potato Soup
Thank you!
Great recipe. Easy and yummy. Wonderful on a cold day when you don’t want to spend a lot of time cooking. Great base for add on’s, too, though we like it just like this. I use the toppings – bacon n, shredded cheese and chopped green onion. Add hot bread and a salad. Fabulous!
Ooh I like it all dressed up too!
Why would I be scared of cream of chicken soup? I haven’t heard anything.
Karyn,
I get a lot of slack if I use it in recipes because it’s from a can.
This is great! I make it all the time. To keep it vegetarian I use vegetable broth and I use Pacific foods brand Cream of Mushroom. I also like to add fresh parsley and chives towards the end. Thanks!
So glad you liked it!
I made this tonight and my potatoes didn’t cook/soften ☹️ I was so excited after reading all the delicious comments and the smell and taste is amazing, the only problem is that the potatoes still taste raw. Its been cooking for 9 hours now. What could I do to fix or avoid this next time?
Sounds like your crockpot it broken? Really there is no way that they shouldn’t be soften.
I love this recipe! My family thinks this is the best soup ever. 😊
Thank you Felicity!
Is there a way to adapt this to an instant pot recipe?
We love it and are wondering if there is a quicker way to make it.
I’m sure there is but I haven’t tried it.
An amazing, easy, comfort soup! Everyone loved it!
So glad you liked it!
Love this recipe! Can you freeze the leftovers?
I don’t see why not?
My husband requests this all the time! It’s great and I love how easy it is.
So glad you love it!
Can I make this the night before and plug the croc pot in the next morning to warm it up?
Yes, totally!
Is there a way to make this same soup in the instant pot?
Yes, You could definitely make it in the instapot but I don’t have exact times.
I’m confused is it 4 hours or 5-6? hours
Says two different things?
Thanks
Sorry! Looks like it’s fixed!
This recipe sounds very tasty. About how many calories is it?
I will add the nutritional info!
So how many calories and carbs are in this? I haven’t seen it anywhere. I’m making it tonight regardless, I was just curious.
Best ever!!! I make this in advance and take it camping…FAVORITE!! Thanks for this recipe!!!!
Awesome!!!!
Why did I never think to use cubed hash browns instead of peeling and dicing all those potatoes?! Great idea!
Ha. Yes. Genius!
Really want to try this! Can you recommend a side dish?
Soup goes well with bread and a salad!
This is awesome! The ultimate comfort food recipe! Makes about 4 good sized bowls. I left mine chunky. It was great. Very easy! Can keep all ingredients on hand. I used my small crock pot 2-3 quart. My husband loved it, too!
Sounds good!
Do you think if I double the recipe it would fit in a 5 quart crock pot?
Ooh. Not sure about that. Might be too much.
Yummy, yummy, yummy. Mine turned out much thicker tha traditional soup but I still loved it. Next time I will cook it only 3 1/2 hrs only though. Funny story. I made it for my Red Hat annual soup supper…its NEXT Sunday, not today. Can you say senior moment lol. My neighbors were the winners here. I absolutely will make it next week.
Oh man. Well at least you have the recipe tested!
It is good, very rich and somewhat expensive. Would never make for my family as definitely not a recipe if you are budget minded and looking for a truly healthy meal.
It makes a ton and I didn’t spend much money on this…hmm. Definitely not deemed healthy because of the cream cheese.
Do you drain the water out of the potatoes before putting them in the crockpot?
I didn’t have any water.
Great soup! So easy! My husband didn’t even like potato soup until he tried this! It does stay just a little chunky but we both liked it that way. Next time I might leave a little more. Also thinking about a few pats of butter. And there WILL be a next time soon! Topped it with cheese and bacon bits. I just wonder about cream of mushroom soup instead of chicken?? Has anyone tried this?
Ooh yum!
What is the nutritional information? Calories, fat…
Can you use low fat or fat free cream cheese
I dont have any cream cheese. The roads are too bad to drive what could you
substitute?
I use cream of celery soup!! My 4 yr. old granddaughter absolutely loves this recipe as does the whole family!! I never make it any other way now!! THANK YOU!!
Just ate a bowl of this with a French roll on the side. Good stuff! We added a bunch of ham at the start and it turned out fine. May add a few more seasonings of some sort next time, but the whole family really enjoyed it. Thank you!
Tried this recipe before serving guess next week. The potato base does not have a lot of flavor.Salt definitely needs to be added and other spices- unsure what at this point.. Have not added the toppings yet since I don’t have bacon cooked up. Not a fan of bacon in food. Need to tweak it more. Hope the other soups on this sight
turn out better.Will try the broccoli cheese Tuesday.
Love this recipe! I’ve been looking for one with cream cheese that doesnt have insane amounts of ingredients and this is perfect! I actually used small diced normal potatoes and the husband insisted we add sautéed bacon and corn and the results were fantastic! Will definitely be making again!
Love, love, love this recipe! Easy and delicious! Added some sharp cheddar and old bay seasoning with the cream cheese. Definitely a keeper!
how big does the crock pot need to be?/