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Creamy Slow Cooker Potato Bacon Soup served in a rustic bowl, loaded with tender diced potatoes, crispy bacon, and a rich, velvety broth. Garnished with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and fresh parsley, this hearty homemade comfort food is perfect for cozy family dinners on chilly days.

Slow Cooker Creamy Potato Bacon Soup

This Slow Cooker Creamy Potato Bacon Soup combines tender potatoes, crispy bacon, sweet onions, savory chicken broth, and a rich blend of half-and-half and evaporated milk for an ultra-creamy, comforting soup that's perfect for cozy family dinners and easy meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 29 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 slices bacon chopped
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 10.5-ounce cans condensed chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 5 large potatoes diced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
  • ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker
  • Large skillet
  • whisk
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon until crisp, then sauté the onion in the bacon drippings.
  2. Transfer the bacon and onion to the slow cooker.
  3. Add the broth, water, potatoes, salt, dill, and white pepper.
  4. Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Whisk together the flour and half-and-half, then stir in the evaporated milk.
  6. Add the dairy mixture to the slow cooker and stir gently.
  7. Cook for another 30 minutes until thickened.
  8. Mash some of the potatoes if a creamier texture is desired.
  9. Garnish with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, green onions, or parsley before serving.

Notes

ukon Gold potatoes produce an extra-creamy soup.
Reserve crispy bacon for garnish.
Add shredded cheddar for a loaded baked potato soup variation.
The soup thickens as it cools.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.