Quick & Easy Loaded Baked Potato Soup
70% authentic · American
A simplified version of the classic, using pre-cooked potatoes or potato flakes for speed, while still delivering satisfying baked potato flavor with bacon, cheese, and chives.
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Ingredients
- Pre-cooked diced potatoes (e.g., from frozen section)4 cups
- Butter2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder1 teaspoon
- Chicken broth4 cups
- Milk2 cups
- Shredded cheddar cheese1 cup
- Bacon6 slices, cooked and crumbled
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Chives2 tablespoons, chopped, for garnish
Steps
- 1
In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic powder and stir for 30 seconds.
- 2
Add the pre-cooked diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- 3
Stir in the milk and bring back to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing potatoes to soften further.
- 4
Reduce heat to low. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the crumbled bacon until melted and smooth.
- 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with the remaining bacon and chopped chives.
