Description
This ultra-creamy, cheesy crock pot crack potato soup is the ultimate comfort food! Made with simple ingredients and a “dump and go” method, it’s perfect for busy nights, meal prep, or cozy family dinners. Gluten-free adaptable and easy to customize.
Ingredients
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1 (32 oz) bag frozen diced hash brown potatoes (or 5 cups fresh diced potatoes)
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1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, cubed (room temperature)
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2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
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1 (10.5 oz) can condensed chicken soup (or 1 1/2 cups homemade)
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 packet ranch seasoning mix (1 oz, gluten-free if needed)
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled (or 1/2 cup real bacon bits)
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3 green onions, sliced (plus more for topping)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving), extra cheese and bacon for topping
Instructions
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Add to Crock Pot: Place potatoes, chicken broth, condensed soup, cream cheese, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and half the bacon into a 6-quart slow cooker.
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Mix and Cook: Stir to combine. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are very tender.
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Thicken (Optional): For a creamier soup, mash some of the potatoes directly in the crock pot or use an immersion blender to reach desired consistency.
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Finish and Serve: Stir in the remaining cheddar cheese and most of the green onions. Top each bowl with extra bacon, green onions, sour cream, and more cheese as desired. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Enjoy: Serve hot, with your favorite sides or toppings!
Notes
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Fresh potatoes: If using fresh, peel and dice into small cubes. Cook time may increase by 30–45 minutes.
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Vegetarian: Use vegetable broth and omit bacon, or substitute with plant-based bacon.
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Dairy-free: Use dairy-free cream cheese and cheddar.
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Gluten-free: Confirm your ranch seasoning and broth are gluten-free.
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Make ahead: Soup can be made 1–2 days ahead. Store in fridge and reheat gently before serving.
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Freezer tips: Cool completely, portion into freezer-safe containers, and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat slowly, adding broth if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours (LOW) or 3–4 hours (HIGH)
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Crock Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 62mg