Slow Cooker Potato Soup

5 from 1 vote

There’s nothing like a bowl of warm potato soup to warm you up on a brisk fall or winter day. This recipe is budget-friendly and easy to make, with a rich, savory flavor that comes together beautifully in the slow cooker. The best part? Minimal prep time and ingredients you likely have on hand!

Prep Time25

Slow cooking7

Total Time7 25

Course: Soup

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 397kcal

Cost: $10.16

Equipment

Slow cooker
Large skillet

Ingredients

6 slices bacon cut into ½-inch pieces
1 onion finely chopped
4½ cups chicken broth homemade or 2 cans condensed
2 cups water
5 large russet potatoes diced
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground white or black pepper
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half
12 oz evaporated milk

Instructions

In a large skillet, cook bacon and onion over medium-high heat until the bacon is browned and onions are soft. Drain any excess bacon fat.
Transfer the bacon and onion mixture to the slow cooker. Add chicken broth, water, diced potatoes, salt, and pepper.
Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
In a small bowl, whisk the flour with half-and-half until smooth. Stir this mixture into the soup, along with evaporated milk. Cover and cook for another 30 minutes to thicken before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish each bowl with shredded cheese, sliced green onions, or additional crumbled bacon. Serve this comforting soup with warm crusty bread or a side salad for a full meal that’s perfect for chilly days.

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