Crockpot Potato Soup Recipes – The Cozy Family Favorite
Experience the warmth and comfort of homemade Crockpot Potato Soup, a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a hearty meal perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. This creamy potato soup is not only easy to prepare—just toss everything into your slow cooker—but it also allows for personalization with your favorite vegetables and spices. Whether you’re gathering with family or enjoying a cozy night in, this soup provides rich flavors and satisfying textures that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (LOW) or 3 hours (HIGH)
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound turkey sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (russet or Yukon gold)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Dried thyme, to taste
- Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese and fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add turkey sausage, cooking until browned; drain excess grease.
- Sauté diced onion in the skillet until softened, then stir in minced garlic.
- Transfer the sausage mixture to the crockpot. Add diced potatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in heavy cream (or half-and-half) along with cheese if desired. Let warm without boiling before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg