Potato Soup Recipe Chilis
The recipe offers versatility, with tips for vegetarian substitutions, slow-cooker adaptations, and flavour-enhancing additions like smoked paprika or roasted garlic. Garnished with bacon, cheese, and scallions, it delivers a restaurant-quality experience at home. With easy storage and reheating options, this soup is ideal for meal prepping or enjoying as leftovers. Perfectly satisfying and full of bold flavours, it’s a recipe you’ll want to make repeatedly!
Ingredients
Here’s everything you need to whip up this delicious soup:
- 4 medium roasted potatoes peeled and diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped scallion
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir continuously for 1–2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Step 2: Add Liquids
- Gradually whisk in chicken stock, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream, mixing until the soup thickens slightly.
Step 3: Add Potatoes and Blend
- Add the roasted potatoes to the pot. Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth, or leave some chunks for texture.
- Stir in sour cream, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4: Garnish and Serve
- Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with crispy bacon, shredded cheese, and chopped scallion. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use Roasted Potatoes for Extra Flavor
Roasting potatoes before adding them to the soup enhances their natural sweetness and gives a richer taste. - Blend for Your Desired Texture
Blend all the ingredients for a smooth soup. If you prefer a chunkier texture, leave some potato pieces unblended. - Prevent Curdling with Cream
Add sour and heavy cream after removing the soup from direct heat to prevent curdling. - Elevate Flavor with Seasonings
Add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne for a subtle kick, or stir in roasted garlic for depth.