Description
A creamy and hearty loaded potato soup with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and fresh chives.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to partially blend the soup, leaving some texture.
- Stir in milk, sour cream, and half of the bacon. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese, remaining bacon, and fresh chives.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop to prevent curdling.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: potato soup, bacon, cheese, comfort food, easy dinner