Creamy Loaded Baked Potato Soup for the Ultimate Cozy Meal
A rich and comforting soup loaded with creamy potatoes, cheese, and bacon, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes baked, peeled, and diced
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk whole milk preferred for creaminess
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 green onions sliced (for topping)
- Optional: extra cheese or chopped cooked turkey bacon for garnish
Instructions
- Bake the potatoes in advance, then peel and dice them into bite-sized chunks. Set aside.
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Whisk in flour to make a roux, cooking for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer until the mixture thickens, then stir in the diced potatoes. Use a potato masher for desired consistency.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in sour cream and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Ladle into bowls and top with green onions, additional cheese, or cooked turkey bacon if desired.
Notes
For extra convenience, use leftover baked potatoes to speed up preparation time.