Classic EASY Crockpot Potato Soup with Bacon & Chives
This classic crockpot potato soup recipe is incredibly easy to make and features tender potatoes, savory bacon, and fresh chives for a comforting meal the whole family will love.
Equipment
- 6-quart (or larger) slow cooker
- potato masher (optional)
- immersion blender (optional)
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth low-sodium
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half full-fat recommended
- 0.5 cup sour cream
Optional Garnishes
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices cooked and crumbled bacon
- 2 tbsp fresh chives or green onions chopped
Instructions
Instructions
- Peel and dice potatoes, chop the onion, and slice the celery.
- Place the diced potatoes, chopped onion, and celery into your slow cooker.
- Pour in the broth and season with garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in the milk (or half-and-half) and sour cream until well combined.
- Mash some potatoes for a chunkier soup, or blend half or all of the soup for a smoother consistency.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot, with optional cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider using full-fat milk or half-and-half. Adjust seasoning to your preference. If you don't have an immersion blender, carefully transfer soup batches to a regular blender and blend until desired consistency, then return to the slow cooker.