If you’re craving something warm, hearty, and irresistibly delicious, then Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup is the perfect recipe for you. This creamy, cheesy, and bacon-filled potato soup is the ultimate comfort food, made easy in the slow cooker. The name might sound fun, but it’s earned the title “crack” because it’s just that addicting!
Whether you’re whipping it up for a cozy family dinner or looking for an easy recipe to serve at a gathering, this soup checks all the boxes. Best of all, you can toss the ingredients into the crock pot in the morning and come home to a ready-made dinner that everyone will love.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy, slow-cooker magic: Just throw the ingredients into the crock pot and let it do all the work for you.
- Comforting and creamy: Loaded with cheese, bacon, and tender potatoes in a rich, creamy broth.
- Crowd-pleaser: This soup is a guaranteed hit with both kids and adults alike.
- Perfect for meal prep: Make it ahead of time, store leftovers, or freeze for later.
Ingredients for Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup
- 6 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (Yukon gold or russet potatoes work best)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (32 oz) carton chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup crumbled cooked bacon (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream (for extra creaminess)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or chives (for garnish)