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Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

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  • Author: Maria B. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
  • Total Time: 6-7 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is an ultra-creamy, cheesy, and flavorful soup made with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and ranch seasoning. It’s the perfect easy slow cooker meal for busy weeknights, game days, or cold-weather comfort food!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 (30 oz) bag frozen diced hash brown potatoes (or 4 cups peeled & diced potatoes)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Assemble in the Crock Pot:
    • Add potatoes, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the slow cooker.
    • Stir to combine.
  • Slow Cook:
    • Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
  • Add Creaminess:
    • About 30 minutes before serving, stir in cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, bacon (reserve some for topping), and sour cream.
    • Stir well until melted and combined.
  • Serve & Enjoy:
    • Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra cheese, bacon, and green onions or parsley.
    • Serve with crusty bread or crackers for dipping.

Notes

  • Swap hash browns for cubed potatoes for a chunkier texture.
  • Use turkey bacon for a lighter option.
  • Make it extra creamy by blending half the soup with an immersion blender before adding cheese.
  • Add cooked shredded chicken for extra protein.

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1000mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg