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A creamy Crockpot potato soup simmering in a slow cooker.

Hearty Crockpot Potato Soup

This hearty crockpot potato soup is incredibly easy to make and packed with flavor. It's perfect for a comforting meal on a cold day, with tender potatoes in a rich, creamy broth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • potato masher or immersion blender

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2-3 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth low sodium
  • 1 yellow onion finely diced
  • 3-4 garlic minced

For the Roux

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Creamy Additions

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened and cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream optional

Toppings and Seasoning

  • 4-6 bacon cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • fresh chives or green onions for garnish
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Combine diced potatoes, onion, garlic, and broth in a large slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook until a thick paste forms, then slowly whisk in 1 cup of hot broth from the slow cooker.
  • Pour the roux mixture back into the slow cooker and stir well.
  • Stir in heavy cream, softened cream cheese cubes, and sour cream until fully melted and incorporated.
  • Mash some of the potatoes in the slow cooker for an extra creamy texture.
  • Season the soup generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and fresh chives or green onions.

Notes

For a thicker soup, you can mash more of the potatoes. Adjust the consistency to your liking by adding more broth if it's too thick, or cooking uncovered for a bit to allow some liquid to evaporate if it's too thin.