Chili’s Baked Potato Soup
A creamy, hearty soup inspired by Chili's, featuring baked potatoes, cheese, and bacon.
Ingredients
- 4 large baked potatoes
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onions sliced
Instructions
- Bake the potatoes until tender, allow them to cool slightly, then peel and cube them.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, then stir in the flour to make a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, then add the milk and heavy cream, stirring until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cubed potatoes, simmer for 10 minutes, then stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Remove from heat, stir in sour cream, and serve hot with crumbled bacon and green onions.
Notes
Customize with extra toppings like diced tomatoes or a dollop of sour cream.