Description
Warm, hearty, and effortlessly comforting, this Crockpot Ham and Potato Soup is the kind of meal that brings people together. Whether you’re after a quick breakfast warm-up, an easy dinner idea, or comforting food ideas to wind down the day, this soup delivers all that and more. It’s rich, creamy, and loaded with tender chunks of potato, smoky ham, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings or meal prep, this easy recipe brings the feel of a home-cooked meal with hardly any work at all. As it simmers away in the slow cooker, the irresistible aroma fills your kitchen, drawing everyone in.
This dish is ideal for using leftover ham or feeding a crowd with minimal effort. Its simplicity makes it a winner for busy weeknights, and its flavor makes it one of the best dinner ideas to keep in your recipe rotation. One bite and you’ll see why it’s a go-to comfort food in any season.
Ingredients
4 cups diced potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
2 cups diced cooked ham
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk (or half and half)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
Optional: 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions.
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes. Dice the ham and chop onion and garlic.
- (Optional) Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil or butter until translucent.
- Add potatoes, ham, sautéed onion/garlic, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
- Blend partially with an immersion blender or blend a portion in a blender, then return it to the pot.
- Stir in milk, sour cream, and optional cheese. Heat for 15–20 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley or green onions
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup