Description
Indulge in the creamy warmth of this Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup Recipe, perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings. This comforting dish combines tender potatoes and flavorful leeks, slow-cooked to perfection, creating a rich and satisfying soup that is both easy to make and delightful to enjoy. With minimal prep time, simply chop, toss the ingredients into your slow cooker, and let it work its magic. Serve it alongside crusty bread or as a starter at your next dinner party. Not only is this soup delicious, but it’s also healthy and freezer-friendly—making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or meal prepping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large leeks (sliced)
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 7 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- Fresh chives (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté sliced leeks and minced garlic in butter over medium-high heat until soft.
- Transfer the sautéed mixture to the slow cooker. Add chopped potatoes, bay leaves, thyme, salt, pepper, and pour in chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on high for about 5 hours or low for approximately 8 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Remove bay leaves and thyme sprigs before blending the soup until smooth with an immersion blender.
- Stir in heavy cream, blend briefly if desired for extra creaminess, and garnish with fresh chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg