There’s nothing quite like a warm bowl of soup to make you feel good. Especially when it’s an easy crock pot potato soup! Today, I’m sharing two fantastic recipes that will make your weeknights so much simpler.
You’ll love how little effort these easy crockpot soup ideas take. Just set them, forget them, and come home to a hearty meal ready to eat. Let’s get cooking!
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Easy Crock Pot Broccoli Cheddar Potato Soup
This creamy soup is packed with tender potatoes, fresh broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese. It’s the perfect easy meal for a chilly evening or a busy day.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Broccoli Cheddar Potato Soup
- Potato Choice: Use starchy potatoes like Russet for a creamy texture, or Yukon Golds for a slightly firmer bite in your potato soup.
- Cheese Quality: Sharp cheddar melts beautifully and gives a strong, comforting flavor to this soup. Freshly grated cheese works best for a smooth finish.
- Broccoli Timing: Add the broccoli florets in the last hour of cooking to keep them from getting too mushy while still being tender.
What You Need for this Crock Pot Soup
- 4 cups chopped potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 4-6 hours on LOW🍽️ Yields: 6-8 servings
How to Make This Easy Crock Pot Potato Soup
Step 1: Prep Your Veggies
Peel and chop your potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Set aside the broccoli florets for later in the recipe.
Step 2: Combine and Cook
Place potatoes, onion, garlic, and broth into your crock pot. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours, or until potatoes are very tender and easily mashed.
Step 3: Add Cream and Broccoli
Stir in the milk, heavy cream, and broccoli florets. Continue cooking for another hour, or until the broccoli is tender.
Step 4: Finish and Serve
Turn off the crock pot, then stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts and the soup is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
📝 Final Note
Garnish your broccoli cheddar potato soup with extra cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or some croutons for a little extra something.
Easy Crockpot Potato Soup Recipe For Cozy Meals
This classic potato soup is simple, warming, and perfect for any night. It’s a humble yet satisfying meal that everyone will enjoy, made easy in your crockpot.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Cozy Crockpot Potato Soup
- Potato Prep: Cut potatoes into similar sizes so they cook evenly in the crockpot. You don’t need to peel them if you like the skin!
- Broth Base: Using a good quality chicken or vegetable broth makes a big difference in the overall flavor of your potato soup.
- Thickening Trick: For a thicker soup, mash a portion of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot before adding cream.
What You Need for this Easy Potato Soup
- 6 cups peeled and cubed potatoes
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
⏱️ Time: 6-8 hours on LOW🍽️ Yields: 8-10 servings
How to Make This Easy Crockpot Potato Soup
Step 1: Combine Ingredients
Add the cubed potatoes, chopped onion, celery, carrots, broth, thyme, and rosemary to your crock pot. Make sure everything is well mixed.
Step 2: Cook Until Tender
Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are very tender and easy to mash.
Step 3: Create Creamy Finish
Stir in the milk and sour cream (if you are using it). Cook for another 30 minutes on HIGH or until everything is heated through.
Step 4: Mash and Season
Use a potato masher to lightly mash some of the potatoes against the side of the crock pot to thicken the soup. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
📝 Final Note
This easy potato soup tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.