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Easy Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup
Dominique

Hearty Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup

A comforting and hearty potato soup loaded with bacon, cheddar, and ranch flavor, easily made in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1¼ cups cooked bacon chopped and divided
  • 1 bag frozen diced potatoes 32-ounce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5-ounce
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened and cubed
  • 1 package dry ranch dressing mix 1-ounce
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese extra for serving
  • 1 cup half and half
  • green onion chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine frozen diced potatoes, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, pepper, onion powder, and 1 cup of bacon in a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and cook the mixture on LOW for 5-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  3. About 15 minutes before serving, stir the soup to blend the cream cheese, then add 1 cup of half and half and 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese; cover and warm until the cheese melts.
  4. Garnish the finished soup with chopped green onion, extra shredded cheddar cheese, and the remaining ¼ cup of bacon pieces, if desired.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened and cubed for easier incorporation. Stir the soup well before adding the half and half and cheddar cheese. Garnish with chopped green onion, extra shredded cheddar cheese, and the remaining bacon pieces as desired.