Description
Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is a creamy, indulgent comfort food loaded with potatoes, bacon, cheese, and ranch seasoning. This hearty soup is perfect for busy weeknights, cozy dinners, or meal prep, offering rich flavors and an irresistible texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups diced potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold recommended)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 package (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (reserve some for garnish)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Peel and dice potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Chop the onion and garlic.
- Layer Ingredients in Slow Cooker:
- Place diced potatoes at the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Add onions, garlic, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and ranch seasoning mix. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook the Soup:
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
- Add Creamy Ingredients:
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until fully melted and incorporated.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, or fresh parsley.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit bacon. Add roasted vegetables for additional flavor.
- Texture Variations: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup for a smoother texture or mash some of the potatoes for a thicker consistency.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of milk or broth to thin if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup, slow cooker potato soup, crack potato soup, creamy potato soup, comfort food, bacon soup, easy soup recipe.