Description

Warm, hearty, and irresistibly creamy, this Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Potato Soup is comfort food at its best. Packed with tender chunks of chicken, soft diced potatoes, carrots, and a rich, velvety broth, it’s the perfect cozy dish for chilly nights or lazy weekends. Let your slow cooker do all the work while you enjoy a bowl full of soothing, home-cooked goodness.

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Ingredients

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For the Soup:

1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 ½ lbs potatoes (Yukon gold or russet), peeled and diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp dried rosemary
1 bay leaf

For the Creamy Finish:

1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)

Optional Toppings:

Chopped parsley
Shredded cheese
Crumbled cooked bacon
Cracked black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Layer Ingredients in Crockpot

Place diced potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Add chicken breasts on top.
Pour in chicken broth and add salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf.

Step 2: Slow Cook to Tender Perfection

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken and potatoes are tender.
Remove bay leaf and discard.

Step 3: Shred the Chicken

Remove chicken from the crockpot and shred with two forks.
Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.

Step 4: Make It Creamy

Stir in cream cheese and heavy cream until melted and fully incorporated.
For thicker soup, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl and stir it into the soup.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 15–20 more minutes, or until thickened and creamy.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

Ladle hot soup into bowls and top with fresh parsley, shredded cheese, or crumbled bacon.
Serve with warm crusty bread or a side salad.

Notes

Use Yukon Gold Potatoes – They hold their shape and add creamy texture.
Cut Evenly – Uniform pieces ensure everything cooks evenly.
Soften Cream Cheese – Prevents clumps when stirred into hot soup.
Add Veggies – Corn, peas, or spinach can be added in the last 30 minutes.
For Extra Richness – Add more cream or a splash of milk before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6–7 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
Cuisine: American