Easy Crockpot Potato Soup with Hash Browns

This is nothing more comforting than Potato Soup! This Crockpot Potato Soup with Hash Browns is easy to make and it just might become your favorite Crockpot potato soup. Topped with bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions! This is like having your baked potato and all of your favorite toppings served up in a bowl.

Easy Crockpot Potato Soup with Hash Browns

If you are a fan of potato soup but don't have the time to peel and chop red, gold, or brown potatoes before making dinner then this recipe is made for you! I am always on the lookout for ways to make delicious dinners easy to make that are filled with flavor but don't take hours to prepare.

Swapping frozen hashbrowns for traditional russet potatoes make the prep for this meal next to nothing. Without having to chop the potatoes this meal is an easy dump-and-go dinner that lets your handy Crockpot do all the work.

Crockpot Potato Soup Recipe

Slow cooker potato soup recipes are one of my favorite recipes you can make in the crockpot! Not limited to cold days, you can make this soup any time of the year. Leftovers pack well for the next day in an airtight container (leftovers last 3-4 days in the fridge).

Of course, there are so many Crockpot soups you can make like my meatball soup or tomato soup but potato soup feels like the ultimate comfort food sometimes.

This potato soup recipe is rich, thick, creamy, and hits the spot anytime the potato soup craving hits you. Speaking of potato soup, another great recipe to try is my cheesy potato kielbasa soup!

Actually, potatoes win in my book all the time. If you can't tell check out all my different potato recipes like scalloped potatoes, hash brown potato casserole, mashed potatoes, and the list goes on!

There is something so soothing and comforting about a potato soup. This Crockpot potato soup with hash browns recipe is a stand-alone dinner with all the toppings I add making it a quick option, taking minimal effort, when you don't have all the time stand over the stove.

Crockpot Potato Soup with Hash Browns Soup Simple Ingredients

Frozen hash browns - I used Ore-Ida frozen cubed hash browns. I like to use these because the soup has little chunks of potato. You could use any frozen hash brown you have on hand. A shredded hashbrown works too.

Cream of chicken soup - Cream of chicken soup works to thicken the soup and add flavor. You can mix it up and use cream of mushroom soup if that's what you have.

Cream cheese - I add cream cheese in the last 30 minutes to make it creamy.

Shredded cheese - Sharp cheddar cheese is my go-to for this recipe. It adds a depth of flavor that pairs just right with the potatoes. Between the cream cheese and the shredded cheese, this becomes a wonderful cheesy potato soup.

Chicken stock or chicken broth - Chicken stock is my base for soups since that's what my mom always used but chicken or vegetable broth works too. There is not a huge difference in taste between these.

Ranch Packet - This is a quick way to add flavor to the soup.

Bacon Bits (fresh)- Real bacon makes everything better including this soup. The crunch balances the creamy texture of the creamy soup.

Onion Powder- I love lots of flavors so I add onion powder plus the ranch.

Green Onions/ Scallions- Top your soup with chopped green onions/scallions for a bright color and taste.

Salt and Pepper- Always add salt and pepper at the end once the ingredients have come together. This way you can make it just how you like it.

Sour Cream (optional) - Top the soup with a dollop of sour cream once you've served it in a bowl.

How to Make Crockpot Potato Soup with Frozen Hash Browns

Step 1. In a slow cooker add frozen potatoes, cream of chicken soup, chicken stock, and ranch packet.

Step 2. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours.

Step 3. Add diced cream cheese into the slow cooker and cover for 10-30 minutes until cream cheese has melted. Optional- Remove the lid and mash potatoes for a creamier texture.

Step 4. Once the cream cheese is melted top the soup with bacon, shredded cheese, and green onions.

Step 5. Serve and enjoy!

Can you use fresh potatoes instead of frozen potatoes?

Yes, fresh potatoes can be used in the recipe! All you will need to do is peel, wash and dice your potatoes before adding them to the crockpot. Yukon Gold potatoes are my favorite choice for this potato soup. Russet potatoes would work too if you have those on hand.

I love to use this food chopper to make them all a uniform size so they cook the same. I do find that I need to cook the fresh potatoes about 2 hours longer to make them soft enough so make sure to take that into consideration for timing.

Creamy Potato Soup

Everyone has a favorite potato soup. If you prefer to have a creamier potato soup that doesn't have any chunks of potato in it you can use an immersion blender after Step 4. This way you can blend the potatoes and cream cheese together to make a smooth consistency.

If you don't have an immersion blender you could also use a blender but be extremely careful since the soup will be hot and can burn you. This is why I recommend everyone invest in an immersion blender because it comes in handy for soup season.

Loaded Baked Potato Soup Bar

I love to make a big batch of this slow cooker potato soup for events like football or holiday parties. All you do is make the potato soup and leave the toppings off. This makes a fun and customizable option for parties that is hands-off for the host.

Put out bowls with shredded cheese, bacon, green onions, sour cream, and some bread options. Let guests serve themselves and make their favorite loaded baked potato soup.

What to Serve with Crockpot Potato Soup with Hash Browns?

I always love to serve a warm piece of crusty bread with any soup so I can dunk it in the soup just like the restaurants! Udi's gluten-free french baguette is my go-to for any soup. Cornbread, biscuits, or dinner rolls would work too.

Serve it in a bread bowl for an exciting change-up.

Add this soup as a side dish to Slow Cooker Turkey Breast.

Pair with a wedge salad.

Leftover holiday ham? Dice up some ham and drop it in the crockpot!

Tips and Tricks for this Delicious Soup

Add some veggies! Broccoli, carrots, onions, and peas are all great ways to add more vegetables to this soup. Just chop everything up to make sure it cooks evenly.

Watching Calories? Use light cream cheese and turkey bacon to lighten up this comfort food.

Want Some Spice? Replace the cheddar cheese with pepper jack. Add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes.