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Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup – Cheesey Potatoes Easy Recipe

This Crock Pot Crack Potato Soup has become a winter favorite in my kitchen. It’s thick, creamy, and loaded with cheesy potato goodness that wraps you up like your coziest blanket. Every spoonful is hearty and feels like it came from grandma’s stove—even though the slow cooker did all the heavy lifting. When I first made it, I had my doubts. I mean, frozen hash browns? But trust me—it works. Toss everything into the slow cooker, and by dinner, you’re rewarded with something that tastes like it simmered all day (because, well, it did). Top it with bacon, green onions, or whatever's whispering to you from the fridge. This one’s been a hit at potlucks, snow days, and lazy Sundays. It’s a set-it-and-forget-it meal that never fails. Comfort food doesn’t get much easier—or more satisfying—than this.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 10 minutes
Course: Soups & Stews
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 6 servings
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns
  • 1 (32 oz) carton chicken broth
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (plus extra for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large slow cooker, combine hash browns, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, green onions, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
  3. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the softened cream cheese and crumbled bacon.
  4. Stir well until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
  5. Ladle into bowls and top with extra green onions and bacon if desired.