Easy Crock Pot Hash Brown Potato Soup 🥔
This Easy Crock Pot Hash Brown Potato Soup is a comforting, hearty meal perfect for a cozy evening. With tender hash browns, creamy cheese, and simple ingredients, it's designed for minimal effort and maximum flavor using your slow cooker.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 32 ounces frozen diced hash browns (southern style recommended, no thawing needed!)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cream of chicken soup (homemade or 1 can condensed, opt for homemade for a healthier twist!)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy for a lighter option)
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened (reduced-fat works great!)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Colby Jack or Cheddar cheese (freshly grated melts best!)
Instructions
- Prep Your Pot: Begin by adding your frozen diced hash browns, low-sodium chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup directly into your slow cooker. Give everything a good stir to combine these initial ingredients.
- Smooth & Creamy Blend: In a small blender, combine the softened cream cheese with the milk. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth – this step helps ensure a wonderfully creamy soup! Pour this blend into the slow cooker along with the black pepper, then stir well to mix everything together.
- Slow Cook to Perfection: Secure the lid on your slow cooker and set it to the LOW heat setting. Let it cook for approximately 5-6 hours, stirring gently halfway through the cooking time. The goal is for the potatoes to become perfectly tender.
- Melt in the Cheese: Once the potatoes are tender, carefully remove the lid. Add the shredded cheese to the soup and stir until it has completely melted, creating a rich and cheesy texture. Turn off the slow cooker and let the soup rest for about 15 minutes; this allows it to thicken up beautifully.
- Serve & Enjoy: Ladle the warm, comforting potato soup into bowls. Customize each serving with your favorite healthy toppings, such as fresh chives or a light sprinkle of extra cheese, and savor this easy, hearty meal!
Notes
Optional toppings: A sprinkle of fresh chives, a touch more shredded cheese, or light sour cream for serving.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 438
Total Carbs: 37g
Net Carbs: 35g
Fats: 26g
Protein: 15g
Calories: 438
Total Carbs: 37g
Net Carbs: 35g
Fats: 26g
Protein: 15g
