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There’s nothing better than a warm, comforting bowl of creamy potato soup on a chilly day! This simple recipe is quick to make, uses easy-to-find ingredients, and delivers a rich, velvety soup that the whole family will love. Whether you’re craving a cozy dinner or a hearty lunch, this potato soup is the perfect choice.

bowl full of creamy potato soup with bacon, cheese and green onions on top.

Why You’ll Love This Potato Soup Recipe

  • Simple Ingredients: Made with pantry staples you likely already have on hand.
  • Quick & Easy: Ready in about 30 minutes!
  • Super Creamy: Blended potatoes and a touch of sour cream make it irresistibly smooth.
  • Customizable: Add toppings like cheese, bacon, or green onions to make it your own.
  • Perfect for Meal Prep: Make a big batch and enjoy leftovers throughout the week.
bowl full of creamy potato soup with bacon, cheese and green onions on top.

Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups milk (whole milk or half & half for extra creaminess)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra richness)
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for a hint of warmth)

Optional Toppings:

  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Cooked and crumbled bacon
  • Chopped green onions
  • Extra sour cream
  • Crackers or croutons for added crunch

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the Onion & Garlic

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft (about 3 minutes). Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 2: Cook the Potatoes

Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3: Blend for Creaminess

Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth (or leave some chunks for texture). If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer half the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.

Step 4: Add Milk & Seasonings

Stir in the milk, salt, pepper, and paprika. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5: Finish with Sour Cream

Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream for extra creaminess. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 6: Serve & Enjoy!

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions.


Tips for the Best Potato Soup

  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before blending.
  • Want it extra rich? Substitute part of the milk with heavy cream.
  • Make it vegetarian by using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • This soup reheats beautifully—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days!
  • For a heartier meal, serve with crusty bread or a side salad.

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I hope you love this Easy Creamy Potato Soup as much as I do! If you try it, let me know in the comments how it turned out. Enjoy! 😊

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Easy Potato Soup Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups milk (whole milk or half & half for extra creaminess)
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for extra richness)
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for a hint of warmth)

Optional Toppings

  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Cooked and crumbled bacon
  • Chopped green onions
  • Extra sour cream
  • Crackers or croutons for added crunch

Instructions
 

  • Sauté the Onion & Garlic
    In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft (about 3 minutes). Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Cook the Potatoes
    Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  • Blend for Creaminess
    Use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth (or leave some chunks for texture). If you don’t have an immersion blender, carefully transfer half the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.
  • Add Milk & Seasonings
    Stir in the milk, salt, pepper, and paprika. Let it simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Finish with Sour Cream
    Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream for extra creaminess. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Serve & Enjoy!
    Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions.
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