This cozy bowl brings together tender potatoes, creamy broth, melty cheddar, and savory turkey bacon for that familiar “loaded baked potato” comfort. Everything simmers into a thick, hearty soup perfect for chilly evenings. It’s simple, warm, and comes together with everyday pantry items.
Ingredients
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 cups peeled diced russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
Instructions
- Cook the turkey bacon in a pot over medium heat until crisp, then set aside, leaving about 1 tbsp drippings.
- Add butter and onion; sauté until softened. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle in the flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk until smooth.
- Add the potatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15-18 minutes until tender and thickened.
- Stir in cheddar, sour cream, and most of the turkey bacon until melted and creamy.
- Ladle into bowls and top with chives and remaining turkey bacon.
Tip
For extra creaminess, lightly mash a few potatoes right in the pot before stirring in the cheese.
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Classic Loaded Baked Potato Soup (Cheddar + Chives)
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A creamy, cozy loaded baked potato soup with cheddar, chives, and crisp turkey bacon.
Ingredients
4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
2 tbsp butter
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups whole milk
4 cups peeled diced russet potatoes
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup chopped chives
Instructions
1. Cook the turkey bacon in a pot over medium heat until crisp, then set aside, leaving about 1 tbsp drippings.
2. Add butter and onion; sauté until softened. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
3. Sprinkle in the flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk until smooth.
4. Add the potatoes, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15-18 minutes until tender and thickened.
5. Stir in cheddar, sour cream, and most of the turkey bacon until melted and creamy.
6. Ladle into bowls and top with chives and remaining turkey bacon.
Notes
For extra creaminess, mash a few potatoes before adding the cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American