Description
This creamy slow cooker cheeseburger soup is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Packed with ground beef, cheddar cheese, and potatoes, this rich and hearty soup will satisfy the whole family. Simple to make, let your slow cooker do the work for a flavorful, cheesy meal that will be a hit at dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Bacon bits (optional)
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat and transfer the beef to your slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onions and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Add them to the slow cooker.
- Add the diced potatoes and chicken broth to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk and cook until thickened.
- Stir the milk mixture into the slow cooker, then add the cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and sour cream. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 30 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with optional bacon bits and chopped green onions for garnish.
Notes
- For a smokier flavor, top the soup with crispy bacon bits.
- Garnish with chopped green onions for added freshness and color.
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 115mg