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Creamy and delicious Crockpot Baked Potato Soup is so full of flavor and EASY too! This delicious potato soup recipe is a hearty family favorite.

Potato soups are some of my favorite soup recipes. They’re perfectly hearty, and there are so many varieties – like our cheesy potato soup, loaded broccoli version, or ham and potato soup!

Crockpot baked potato soup in a white bowl.

Flavor Packed Potato Soup

Soup recipes are my favorite, but ones made in the Slow Cooker are even better!!

Today, I want to share with you this recipe for Slow Cooker Baked Potato Soup. It tastes JUST like our Baked Potato Soup recipe, only less hands on because it’s made in a crock pot!

We’ve made it twice in the last month which goes to show it was DELICIOUS!! I think you’ll agreeโ€”especially if you love potatoes, bacon and cheese (how could you not love those ingredients, right?!).

The ingredients are so simple, but the soup isn’t plain at all! In fact, it’s BURSTING with flavor! It’s the perfect comfort food for cold fall and winter days.

Cubed potatoes for crockpot baked potato soup.

Throw it in the Slow Cooker!

This recipe is super easy to make! You throw most of the ingredients into your crockpot, let it do its thing for 4 hours, toss in the remaining ingredients, and ta-da!

It’s that simple!

PREP. Cube red potatoes.

COOK. Add potatoes to crock pot. Sprinkle flour over potatoes and then add flour, bacon, onion powder, minced garlic, chicken bouillon cube (or chicken broth), Ranch dressing mix, dried parsley, salt, pepper and water. Cook on HIGH for 4 hours.

SEASON + SERVE. After 4 hours, add half n half, and cheese and stir the mixture well. Cook an additional 15 minutes. Serve warm.

TIP: To make this soup even more creamy, use a fork, potato masher, or pastry cutter to mash up some of the potatoes until it reaches your desired consistency. If you want it extra creamy with no chunks, you can also use an immersion blender.

Topping Ideas

You can top this soup just like you would a baked potato! Try some of the following:

  • A dollop of sour cream
  • Sliced green onions
  • Chives
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper
  • Bacon
Seasoned potatoes for crockpot potato soup.

Tips + Variations + Storing Info

Substitute half & half: If you don’t have half n half you can easily make your own. Try one of the following combinations

  • 4 teaspoons melted butter add whole milk to equal 1 cup
  • One cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup โ€œsingle creamโ€ to ยฝ cup whole milk

Variations:

  • Bouillon: If you don’t have bouillon cubes, you can sub an equivalent amount of chicken broth or vegetable broth. In this case, use 1 cup of broth (and then reduce the amount of water to only 3 cups).
  • Half and Half: For an extra creamy soup, you can use heavy cream rather than half and half. If you want to cut down on the calories, use whole milk (although your soup will be thinner).
  • Potatoes: waxy potatoes like red hold their shape better in soup. We don’t recommend using russet potatoes, because they’re so starchy and completely fall apart. However, yukon gold potatoes are the perfect combination of waxy and starchy and would be an okay substitution in this soup.
  • Veggies: If you want to load it up with vegetables, try sliced carrots, celery, broccoli, or onions. Add any vegetables right to the crock pot with all the other ingredients.
Ingredients for crockpot baked potato soup.

FAQ

How to freeze? To FREEZE leftovers, allow the soup to cool and store in an airtight freezer safe container for up to 6 months. Due to the potatoes and the cream it may unthaw with a grainier texture than the original soup. To help remedy this, undercook the potatoes before freezing.

How to store? Store leftover soup in the fridge for up to 4 days. REHEAT very gradually over low heat stirring frequently. A double broiler works great as does a crockpot or a large non stick skillet. Add a bit of fresh cream to help revive it.

What to serve with it? The side dish options are endless for this delicious slow cooker potato soup. Here are a few ideas:

White bowl filled with crockpot potato soup, topped with cheese and bacon.

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4.98 from 41 votes

Crock Pot Baked Potato Soup

By: Lil’ Luna
Crock pot baked potato soup is a creamy twist on a loaded baked potato – an EASY, hearty, stick-to-your-bones slow cooker staple!
Servings: 6
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 4 hours 15 minutes
Total: 4 hours 25 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 10 red potatoes, cubed
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • 1 tablespoons ranch dressing mix
  • 2 teaspoons dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ยฝ teaspoon pepper
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions 

  • Add cubed potatoes to a crock pot. Sprinkle flour over potatoes and then add cooked bacon, onion powder, minced garlic, chicken bouillon cube, Ranch dressing mix, dried parsley, salt, pepper, and water. Cook on HIGH for 4 hours.
  • After 4 hours, add half and half, and cheese and mix well. Cook an additional 15 minutes. Serve warm.

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Notes

Store leftoversย in one airtight container or individual sized containers. Keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for 3-4 months.
Reheat very gradually over low heat stirring frequently. If needed add a bit of milk to help revive it.

Nutrition

Calories: 491kcal, Carbohydrates: 63g, Protein: 19g, Fat: 18g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Cholesterol: 53mg, Sodium: 1262mg, Potassium: 1781mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 355IU, Vitamin C: 31.4mg, Calcium: 223mg, Iron: 3.1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe adapted from AllRecipes.

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and Iโ€™m the mom of SIX stinkinโ€™ cute kids and the wife to my smokinโ€™ hot hubby, Lo. My momโ€™s maiden name is Luna, and Iโ€™m one of the many crafty โ€œLilโ€™ Lunasโ€ in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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71 Comments

  1. Brenda says:

    Kid & Teenager approved! This is the one soup my teens have requested since they were small kids. We love this soup served with toasted garlic bread.

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Mmmm sounds delicious with that garlic bread. I’m so happy this soup is a hit with your kids too!

  2. Amy Del Bello says:

    5 stars
    Disney Baked Potato soup is SO good. And this recipe is the closest to it!

  3. Carrie says:

    Do you fry or cook the bacon before adding it to the crock pot or do you add it uncooked?

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Yes, I’ve always cooked it beforehand.

      1. Chelsea says:

        5 stars
        I love this recipe! Very comforting and creamy. I suggest updating the directions to note that the bacon should be cooked ahead of time. I was about to add raw chopped bacon until I read these comments where you said it should be cooked. Thanks for your yummy recipes!!

      2. Dianne Kelley says:

        While searching on Pinterest for Chinese food I came across your post for “15 Chinese Food Recipes” and when I clicked on it this Easy Crockpot Baked Potato Soup!

        I’m not too disappointed because this is a great recipe!

        Jyst wanted to make you aware of this booper.

      3. Lil'Luna Team says:

        Oh thank you for letting us know. Can you comment the Pinterest link to me here so we know which one to fix? Thanks so much!

  4. Kim M says:

    Going to try this recipe soon! Question, for the garlic- I assume that is minced garlic? Thanks!

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Yay! I hope you enjoy it! And yes, minced garlic is perfect.

  5. Dani says:

    5 stars
    So good! Very easy to make

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Glad you think so ๐Ÿ™‚ Thank you!

  6. Kristie says:

    Can you use chicken broth instead of water?

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      You sure could ๐Ÿ™‚ Enjoy!!

  7. Rita Mckinney says:

    5 stars
    Thank you for sharing.

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      Glad to share ๐Ÿ™‚ Thank you!

  8. Kristen Barnett says:

    5 stars
    Haven’t tried yet, but quick question- Do the cooked bacon bits slow cook with the rest of the ingredients, not just added at the end? Worried they may be overlooked and hard when the potatoes are done. Thanks!

    1. Kristyn Merkley says:

      I add them towards the end ๐Ÿ™‚ Hopefully, that helps! Or, you can add them right before serving.

  9. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    Another great soup recipe! If you like anything with potatoes you will love This recipe. Its creamy,warm and very satisfying.

  10. Joy says:

    5 stars
    i could eat this every night! It is so comforting & creamy! It is well worth the wait! We served it in bread bowls, which is my favorite way to eat soup. thank you1

    1. Kathy Rounds says:

      5 stars
      As always you recipes are terrific and a huge hit with the family.
      Most of my meals are your recipes. Thank-you so much

      1. Lil'Luna Team says:

        You’re welcome! I’m so glad you and your family enjoy the recipes!!