{"id":"bce193dc-87c8-4e82-9aa6-af0ef32e28fb","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/bce193dc-87c8-4e82-9aa6-af0ef32e28fb","source_url":"https://www.thechunkychef.com/skinny-slow-cooker-loaded-potato-soup/","title":"Skinny Slow Cooker Potato Soup","description":"This loaded potato soup is made entirely in the slow cooker and tastes just like a loaded baked potato, yet is lightened up!","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT360M","total_time":"PT375M","image_url":"https://www.thechunkychef.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Skinny-Slow-Cooker-Potato-Soup-feat.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"6 - 8 slices cooked turkey bacon, diced","item":"cooked turkey bacon","quantity":6,"quantity_max":8,"unit":"slice","preparation":"diced"},{"text":"2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2 inch pieces","item":"Yukon gold potatoes","quantity":2,"unit":"lb","preparation":"peeled and diced into 1/2 inch pieces"},{"text":"1 yellow onion, peeled and diced","item":"yellow onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"peeled and diced"},{"text":"4 cups reduced sodium chicken stock","item":"reduced sodium chicken stock","quantity":4,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"12 oz can low fat evaporated milk","item":"can low fat evaporated milk","quantity":12,"unit":"oz"},{"text":"2 Tbsp cornstarch","item":"cornstarch","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"4 oz reduced fat cream cheese, softened","item":"reduced fat cream cheese","quantity":4,"unit":"oz","preparation":"softened"},{"text":"1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded","item":"cheddar cheese","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"shredded"},{"text":"1 tsp kosher salt","item":"kosher salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 tsp black pepper","item":"black pepper","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"pinch ground celery seed","item":"ground celery seed","unit":"pinch"},{"text":"sliced green onions or chives, for garnish","item":"sliced green onions or chives, for garnish"},{"text":"additional shredded cheese, for garnish","item":"additional shredded cheese, for garnish"},{"text":"additional bacon, for garnish","item":"additional bacon, for garnish"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"To a 4 quart or larger slow cooker, add bacon, potatoes, onion and chicken stock and stir to combine.  Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are very tender."},{"number":2,"text":"Combine evaporated milk and cornstarch, whisking to combine until no lumps remain.  The last 30 minutes of cooking, add cream cheese, cornstarch/milk mixture, shredded cheddar, salt, pepper and celery seed.  Stir to combine, cover and continue cooking 30 minutes."},{"number":3,"text":"Remove lid and mash about half of the potatoes with a potato masher to thicken the soup up even more."},{"number":4,"text":"Serve garnished with any of the toppings.  Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days."},{"number":5,"text":"Add a slight drizzle of olive oil or butter to a dutch oven or large heavy bottomed pot.  Add onions and cook 2-4 minutes.  Add in diced bacon, diced potatoes and pour in chicken stock.","section":"STOVETOP INSTRUCTIONS:"},{"number":6,"text":"Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a high simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.  Whisk cornstarch into evaporated milk until no lumps remain.","section":"STOVETOP INSTRUCTIONS:"},{"number":7,"text":"Add mixture to pot along with the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, salt, pepper, and celery seed.  Stir to combine and simmer 5 minutes or so, until slightly thickened.","section":"STOVETOP INSTRUCTIONS:"},{"number":8,"text":"Mash about half the potatoes with a potato masher, then serve with desired garnishes.","section":"STOVETOP INSTRUCTIONS:"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T08:35:27.882758+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T08:35:27.882758+00:00"}