Description
Loaded baked potato soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy russet potatoes, savory bacon, and rich cheese in one delicious bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends, this soup is easy to prepare and promises a delightful experience that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup bacon bits
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (plus extra for garnish)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the potatoes by washing, peeling, and dicing them into uniform cubes. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add cubed potatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to simmer for about 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Using an immersion blender, purée half of the soup mixture directly in the pot for a creamy texture while keeping some chunks intact. Stir in cream cheese until fully melted.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired. Serve hot topped with sour cream, crispy bacon bits, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 770mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg