Description
Indulge in the warm, creamy goodness of our Crockpot Potato Soup, a family favorite that’s perfect for busy weeknights or relaxing weekends. This comforting dish combines tender potatoes and savory sausage, all simmered together with aromatic herbs and spices to create a rich, flavorful experience. Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to prepare—just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it work its magic! With each spoonful, you’ll feel the love and warmth radiating from this hearty soup, making it a delightful choice for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 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 and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the sausage until crumbled and drain excess grease.
- Sauté diced onion with sausage for about 3–4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Transfer the mixture to a crockpot along with potatoes, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix well.
- Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheese (if using) and let warm for another 15–20 minutes.
- Serve warm with garnishes like parsley or green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg