Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Potato Soup

Here’s a cozy, hearty Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Potato Soup—easy, comforting, and perfect for busy days 🍲🐔🥔

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Potato Soup

Ingredients

• 1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 5–6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
• 1 cup milk or half-and-half
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• ½ cup sour cream or cream cheese (for extra creaminess)
• Optional: chopped bacon, green onions, parsley

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Instructions

1. Add to slow cooker
   Place chicken, potatoes, onion, garlic, broth, salt, pepper, and seasoning into the slow cooker.
2. Cook
   • Low: 6–7 hours
   • High: 3–4 hours
     until chicken is cooked and potatoes are tender.
3. Shred chicken
   Remove chicken, shred, and return to slow cooker.
4. Make it creamy
   Stir in milk, cheese, and sour cream (or cream cheese).
   Cover and cook 15–20 minutes until melted and creamy.
5. Serve hot
   Top with bacon, green onions, or parsley if desired.

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Tips & Variations

• Thicker soup: Mash some of the potatoes in the slow cooker
• Extra creamy: Use heavy cream instead of milk
• Vegetable boost: Add carrots or celery
• Keto-style: Use cauliflower instead of potatoes

Perfect with crusty bread, biscuits, or garlic flatbread. Want a dump-and-go freezer version or Instant Pot method?