Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Loaded Baked Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, delivering a rich and creamy experience that warms your soul. With every spoonful, you’ll enjoy tender russet potatoes, crispy bacon bits, and a sprinkle of fresh chives in a velvety broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this soup is easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings. Gather around the table for a meal that brings back cherished memories and creates new ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium russet potatoes (about 2 lbs), peeled and diced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup crispy bacon bits (or turkey bacon)
- ¼ cup fresh chives or green onions, sliced for garnish
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Dice them into bite-sized cubes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes to the pot and pour in the chicken broth until it covers the potatoes completely. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Once tender, slowly stir in heavy cream, mashing some potato chunks for extra creaminess.
- Mix in crispy bacon bits and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and fresh chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg