Baked Potato Soup is the ultimate cozy dish, combining the flavors of a loaded baked potato in a rich, creamy soup form. It’s perfect for chilly nights, offering warmth and heartiness with every spoonful. The soup features tender potatoes, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions, all cooked together to create a satisfying, creamy bowl of comfort.
The base of Baked Potato Soup starts with russet potatoes, which are diced and simmered in broth until they’re soft and tender. As the potatoes cook, the flavors meld together, creating a rich and savory foundation. To bring the soup to life, cream or milk is added to give it that smooth, velvety texture that makes each bite indulgent. The addition of butter enhances the richness and rounds out the flavors.
What makes Baked Potato Soup truly special is its toppings. Just like a loaded baked potato, the soup is finished off with crispy bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions, creating a wonderful balance of creamy, salty, and fresh elements. Sour cream is often added for extra tang, and a pinch of black pepper or garlic powder can bring the soup to life with subtle depth. You can also add a sprinkle of extra cheese on top and broil it for a few minutes to make it melt and bubble, creating an extra layer of cheesy goodness.
Baked Potato Soup is incredibly versatile and can be easily customized. If you want to add more vegetables, you can mix in broccoli or cauliflower for extra flavor and texture. For a spicier version, try adding a sprinkle of paprika or cayenne pepper to give it a little heat. This soup can be served as a hearty meal on its own or as a comforting starter to a larger meal.
Perfect for meal prep, this dish stores well in the fridge for a few days and can even be frozen for future meals. Whether you’re looking for a cozy dinner or a filling lunch, this soup is sure to satisfy and bring a little warmth to your day.
Ingredients
- 4 baking potatoes medium-sized
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chives chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the potatoes for 45 minutes, until tender.
- While the potatoes are baking, in a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside. Leave about 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings in the pot.
- Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- When the potatoes are done baking, let them cool slightly, then peel and cube them.
- Add the cubed potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove pot from heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency.
- Stir in the heavy cream, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with the crumbled bacon and chopped chives.
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This soup is amazing! So creamy and filling. Perfect for winter nights!
I made this soup last week and my family loved it too! It’s like a warm hug in a bowl. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Sounds good, but I worry it might be too rich with all that cream and cheese. I prefer lighter soups.
Yum! Such a hearty meal. My kids loved it! I added some extra cheddar, can’t go wrong with cheese!
Too much cheese! I had to add extra broth to balance it out. Still tasted good tho 🙂
I think the cheese is perfect! It adds so much flavor. Maybe just use less next time?
Extra broth? That sounds a bit weird. Was the soup too thick then? I’d try it the regular way.
I don’t get it. Sounds easy but my soup turned out lumpy. Am I the only one? Help!
This soup is amazing! So creamy and rich, perfect for a chilly day. Will definitely make again!
Best soup ever! Made it for my book club, and they all asked for the recipe. Highly recommend!
I’ve made this too! It’s become a staple in my house. Everyone loves it! 🥔❤️
Sounds good, but bacon in soup? Isn’t that weird? I don’t know about that…
Can I use beef broth instead of chicken? I don’t have any chicken broth in the house.
Just made this and my kitchen smells heavenly! Can’t wait to dig in.
That sounds amazing! I love baked potato soup. What topping do you recommend?
It was ok, but my kids didn’t like it. Maybe next time i try with more cheese?
How many calories is in this? I can’t find that out. Also hate onions, will it taste bad if I skip them?
Could you please explain how to make it without onions? My husband can’t stand them. Thanks!
Eh, could’ve been better. I followed the recipe, but it tasted bland. Too much cream, maybe?
What if I don’t like potato skin? Can I just skip the peeling step?
This soup is delecious! Perfect for the winter. My kids loved it too. Will.make again!
This recipe was so easy! I didn’t have chives but used green onions instead.
Green onions work too! Great substitute idea! 😊
I don’t get why you would bake the potatoes instead of boiling them. Seems like more work for no reason.
I dunno, boiling seems easier to me. Why not just skip the oven work? 🤷♂️
Baking potatoes actually adds flavor! Plus, the skin gets nice and crispy. You should try it! 😊
I don’t know, it was okay, but a bit bland for my taste… more seasoning next time.
Just sayin, I changed it a bit. Used vegetable broth instead of chicken and it worked fine.
This soup is AMAZING! So creamy and delicious. My family loved it!
Delicious recipe! Added some cayenne pepper for kick. Will definitely make again.
I don’t know, it seems like a lot of cream. Can it be made healthier?
Absolutely loved this recipe! So creamy and delicious. Perfect for a cold day.
Made this with my kids, they had a blast helping and it turned out amazing! Will definitely make again.
This soup is gross. It was too thick and tasted like nothing. Never making again!
I didn’t have chives, so I used green onions instead. Still came out great!
I tried it but found it way too salty! Cut down on the salt if you make it.
Wow, just wow. I made this for my family, and they couldn’t stop eating! Definitely a keeper!
I’m glad to hear your family loved it! This soup is one of my favorites, too. Perfect for cold nights!
Sounds great but isn’t it a bit too rich with all that cream and cheese? I prefer lighter soups.
Did someone say potato soup? I’ve made better with leftovers. Sorry, but no.
Leftovers are great and all, but this soup sounds way better! I gotta try it. 😋
Tasty soup but it was too salty for my liking. Be careful with the salt!
I totally get that! I always add less salt at first and then taste. Might try that next time!
It’s just baked potatoes boiled, right? No biggie. But it was actually pretty tasty.
Baked potatoes should be boiled, or is it just me?! Anyway, taste was okay.
I agree, boiling before baking might make them fluffier. But this soup sounds delicious anyway!
Too much cream for my taste. Also, I didn’t have chives so I used parsley. Still good though!
I didn’t have bacon, used ham instead. It was still good but not the same. Next time I’m trying it with bacon!
My grandma used to make potato soup, but not like this! She never used cream, just potatoes and water. This is too fancy.
I get what you’re saying! Sometimes simple is better. But I love the extra creaminess in this one. Maybe give it a try? You might like it!
This is way too complicated. Soup is just supposed to be water and potatoes! Why add all this stuff?
This soup is just baked potatoes mashed into soup! Not that special.
I think it’s got a lot more going on than just mashed potatoes! The bacon and cheese really take it up a notch.
Not bad! I added some hot sauce for a kick, and it was pretty good!
Perfect for a cold night! The bacon on top is a must. Yum!
I followed the recipe but it was kinda bland. Needs more seasoning!
Too much cream, I ended up throwing it away.
I don’t think there was too much cream! I loved how rich it was! Maybe just adjust to your taste next time?
This soup is amazing! Super creamy and delicious. My family loved it!
This is just potato soup, my wife makes a way better version. Sorry!
Well, everyone has their own taste! Try adding some more spice next time!
I was skeptical about adding bacon. Thought it would be too greasy, but it made the soup richer! Good recipe!
Bacon makes everything better! Really enjoyed it, thanks for sharing!
This soup is AMAZING! So creamy and comforting. Perfect for a cold day!
Totally agree! I made it last weekend and my whole family loved it! 🤗
I think baked potatoes souop sounds weird. Why not just eat the potatoes? 🤷
So gud!!! I added extra garlic and it was yum!
Extra garlic is the best! Totally agree, it adds so much flavor! 😋
I think too much garlic can ruin it. Did you really like it or just say that?
Yum 🤤
Really nice recipe, but I wish it had more bacon. Can never have too much bacon! 😋
This soup is like a warm hug in a bowl! So creamy and delicious 😍
I made this for my family, and everyone loved it! Will make it again for sure.
I gotta try this!! Never made soup before, but I love baked potatoes!
Baking potatoes takes too long. Next time I am gonna boil them first!
I totally agree! Boiling them first would save sooo much time. Plus, they’ll still be fluffy in the soup. 😋
But boiling might make them too mushy, right? I think baking makes them taste way better! 🤔
Simply the best baked potato soup. Yesss! 👍
Yum! I’ve made this twice! The chives add a nice touch. 👍
Can’t belive how easy this was! Even my husband who hates soup liked it.
That’s awesome! Glad your husband liked it too. It’s such a comforting dish!
Soup is just potatoes in water… how can it be good? 🤔
I followed the recipt but it turned out way too thick. I like soup not stew man.
Maybe you blended it too much? I always pull mine off when it’s still a bit chunky, gives it that nice texture!
That sounds weird. Mine was perfect. Did you measure the ingredients right?
This recipe is just too much work. I’d rather eat a plain potato than go through all that.
Is it possible to make this vegan? I really want to try but I don’t eat animal products.
So quick and easy to make! I used leftover baked potatoes and it was a hit. Thanks for sharing!
Seriously good! I’m a soup lover and this one hits the spot. A bit too much cream maybe?
Yummmy! I added some spicy sausage too for a twist. Will make again for sure! 🔥
Mmm! I love bacon in my soup! This is a keeper.
Why do you have to bake the potatoes? I just microwave mine. Made it much quicker… maybe.
Delish! But why do we need bacon? Can’t we just skip it? 😕
Baked potato soup? This is just mashed potatoes with broth, not impressed. It needs more flavor or something.
This was a total disaster! The potatoes took forever to bake. Never again.
I didn’t have chicken broth, so I used vegetable broth. It turned out okay, but I think chicken would be better.
Great flavor overall! I used veggie broth instead and it worked. Thanks for the easy recipe!
Glad you enjoyed it! Veggie broth is a great idea for a healthier twist! 😊
I don’t get it, why blend the potatoes? I love the texture! Might skip the blender next time.
This soup was amazing! So creamy and delicious, my family loved it!
Totally agree! This soup is like a hug in a bowl. So comforting! 😍
Sounds good, but I don’t know if it can be THAT great. Too many heavy creams for my taste.
Who even puts bacon in soup? That’s like… what? But I tried it and it’s actually pretty good. 7/10.
Bacon bits, cheese, potatoes… YUM! Didn’t even have to think about the diet! 🤤
Eh, it was ok. I expected it to be better. My daughter liked it tho.
I dunno, just not my thing. Kind of bland. I expected more flavor and pizzazz.
This soup is a lie! All these ingredients cost too much. I could just blend potatoes with water. How is this a recipe?
Baked potato soup? Never heard of it! Seems weird but I’ll try it.
I tried making this and it turned out awful. The potatoes just turned mushy. What did I do wrong?
Baked potatoes, sour cream, and bacon? Sign me up! Simple and so good.