Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup
A creamy, cheesy, and comforting potato soup made effortlessly in a crock pot, perfect for busy days or cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels, crumble, and set aside.
- Peel and dice the russet potatoes into bite-sized cubes.
- In the crock pot, add the diced potatoes, chicken broth, and ranch seasoning mix. Stir to combine.
- Set the crock pot to low and cook for 6-7 hours, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, stir in the cream cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and combined.
- Gradually add the milk to reach your desired thickness. Stir well to combine.
- Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. Serve topped with crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, and extra shredded cheese.
Notes
For a smoother cream cheese blend, microwave it for 20 seconds before adding to the crock pot. Customize toppings with sour cream, extra cheese, or crushed crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Protein: 12
Keywords: potato soup, crock pot soup, comfort food, cheesy soup, bacon soup, easy dinner