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Easy Crockpot Potato Soup with Cheddar and Chives

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A creamy, comforting potato soup made in the slow cooker with cheddar cheese and fresh chives. Perfect for busy weeknights, this forgiving recipe delivers rich flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups russet potatoes, peeled and diced (about 3 large potatoes)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
  • Extra shredded cheddar for garnish
  • Crispy bacon bits (optional)

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice russet potatoes into ½-inch cubes.
  2. In a small skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add diced potatoes to the slow cooker. Top with sautéed onion and garlic. Pour in chicken broth, remaining 1 tablespoon butter, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir well.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Once potatoes are tender, use a potato masher to gently mash about half the potatoes in the crockpot.
  6. Stir in whole milk, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream until cheese is melted and soup is smooth and creamy (about 2-3 minutes). Ensure soup is not boiling when adding dairy.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. If soup is too thick, stir in a splash of milk or broth. If too thin, cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and top with fresh chives, extra shredded cheddar, and crispy bacon bits if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best texture, shred your own cheddar cheese from a block. Avoid adding dairy when soup is boiling to prevent curdling. Soup thickens as it sits; add extra broth or milk when reheating. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and omit bacon.

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Keywords: crockpot potato soup, slow cooker potato soup, cheddar chive soup, easy potato soup, comfort food, weeknight dinner

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