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Best Creamy Crockpot Cheeseburger Potato Soup (Easy!)

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This thick, creamy, and hearty soup tastes like a loaded cheeseburger you can eat with a spoon. The slow cooker does all the work, making it perfect for busy weeknights or game day gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed into ½-inch pieces
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • Optional toppings: cooked bacon crumbles, sliced green onions, extra shredded cheddar, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook, breaking the meat up with a spoon, until the beef is browned and the onion is soft—about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain off any excess fat. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  2. Transfer to Slow Cooker: Dump the beef mixture into a 6-quart slow cooker. Add the cubed potatoes, chicken broth, milk, smoked paprika, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  3. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Add the Creaminess: Once the potatoes are tender, use a potato masher to gently mash some of the potatoes right in the crockpot (about 4-5 mashes). Stir in the cubed cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until fully melted and smooth.
  5. Finish with Heavy Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. If too thick, add a splash more broth or milk.
  6. Serve and Top: Ladle into bowls and top with bacon crumbles, green onions, extra cheese, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a side salad.

Notes

Don’t skip browning the beef—it adds deep flavor. Cube potatoes evenly (½-inch) for even cooking. Add cheese at the end to prevent graininess. If soup is too thin, mash more potatoes; if too thick, add broth or milk. For a lighter version, use lean ground turkey, half-and-half, and reduced-fat cream cheese. Soup can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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