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Creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor, this dump-and-go potato soup uses frozen hash browns for the easiest prep ever. Loaded with bacon, cheddar, and a hint of garlic, it’s pure comfort in a bowl!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
5-minute prep – Just dump everything in the slow cooker
Ultra-creamy – Thanks to cream cheese + cream of chicken soup
Budget-friendly – Uses affordable frozen potatoes
Crowd-pleaser – Topped with bacon and cheese = instant win
Ingredients
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hash browns (shredded or cubed)
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, cubed
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 packet onion soup mix (or 1 tbsp onion powder)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- ½ tsp mustard powder
- ½ tsp celery salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 6 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled (*+ 1 tbsp bacon drippings*)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
(Optional toppings: green onions, sour cream, extra cheese)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Slow Cook
- Add hash browns, cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, chicken stock, onion soup mix, garlic, mustard powder, celery salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
- Stir well, cover, and cook on HIGH for 4-5 hours or LOW for 6-7 hours.
2. Finish & Serve
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in 1 tbsp bacon drippings.
- Use a potato masher to break up any large potato chunks (if desired).
- Top individual bowls with crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and any extra toppings.
Pro Tips
For extra flavor: Sauté ½ diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves before adding to the crockpot.
Thicker soup? Mix 2 tbsp cornstarch + ¼ cup cold water, stir in during the last 30 minutes.
Creamier texture? Blend 1-2 cups of the soup and stir it back in.
Variations
- Loaded baked potato: Top with sour cream, chives, and jalapeños.
- Ham & cheese: Swap bacon for diced ham.
- Vegetarian: Use cream of mushroom soup + veggie broth.
Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Keeps for 4 days (stir in a splash of milk when reheating).
- Freeze: Without toppings for 3 months (thaw overnight in fridge).
Yield: 6 servings
Perfect with: Crusty bread or a side salad!
Final Thoughts
This soup is the ultimate lazy-day comfort food—minimal effort, maximum flavor. Your husband was right to love it!
Try it with cubed hash browns next time for a heartier bite. Enjoy!
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Description
Creamy, comforting, and packed with flavor, this dump-and-go potato soup uses frozen hash browns for the easiest prep ever. Loaded with bacon, cheddar, and a hint of garlic, it’s pure comfort in a bowl!
Ingredients
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1 (30 oz) bag frozen hash browns (shredded or cubed)
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1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, cubed
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1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
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4 cups chicken stock
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1 packet onion soup mix (or 1 tbsp onion powder)
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1 tsp minced garlic
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½ tsp mustard powder
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½ tsp celery salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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6 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled (*+ 1 tbsp bacon drippings*)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Slow Cook
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Add hash browns, cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, chicken stock, onion soup mix, garlic, mustard powder, celery salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
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Stir well, cover, and cook on HIGH for 4-5 hours or LOW for 6-7 hours.
2. Finish & Serve
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About 30 minutes before serving, stir in 1 tbsp bacon drippings.
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Use a potato masher to break up any large potato chunks (if desired).
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Top individual bowls with crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and any extra toppings.
