Warm up your cold days with a bowl of Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup! This smoky, hearty dish combines ham and potatoes in a thick, creamy base, perfect for those chilly days.
Ham and potato soup is a rustic classic that we all know and love. It's the perfect dish for cold days, and with its easy ingredients, it's always a great choice.
This soup was inspired by my other creamy potato soup recipe on the site, and it pairs well with this delicious bread for a full meal. If you enjoy hearty soups like this one I highly suggest you check out my lasagna soup in a crock pot, slow cooker meatball soup, crock pot vegetable soup, or slow cooker chicken stew.
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Why You'll Love This Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup Recipe
- It uses basic ingredients found in your kitchen or the grocery store.
- It's an easy slow cooker recipe perfect for even busy weeknights.
- It's a classic, hearty soup everyone in the family will love.
- The potatoes, ham, and creamy soup make a great flavor profile.
- It's great for meal prep. Freeze the leftovers!
Ingredients
- Yukon gold potatoes
- Ham - cubed
- Yellow onion - diced
- Carrots - peeled and chopped
- Celery - chopped
- Chicken broth
- Garlic - minced
- Paprika
- Black pepper
- Sour cream
- Heavy cream
- All-purpose flour
- Cheddar cheese - shredded
Flavor Variations and Substitutions
- Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.
- Russet or red potatoes can also be used, depending on your preference.
- Canned or leftover ham both work well in this recipe.
- If you don't have sour cream, use full-fat Greek yogurt. They taste almost the same.
How To Make Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup
1: Add all the ingredients except the heavy cream, flour, sour cream, and cheddar cheese to the slow cooker.
2: Cook until the vegetables are tender.
3: Whisk heavy cream and flour to make a slurry.
4: Add the slurry, sour cream, and cheddar cheese and cook until the soup thickens.
Hint
Add the slurry, sour cream, and cheese to the soup just a few minutes before it's ready to prevent curdling.
Storage
Refrigerate your soup for up to 4 days in an air-tight, freezer-safe container. For longer storage, freeze the soup for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container.
To reheat the soup, place it in a saucepan over medium-low and cook until heated through.
What to Serve with Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup
Serve this rustic soup with a variety of dishes to create a hefty, hearty meal.
Tips
- Cut your ham into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
- Whisk the flour and heavy cream together slowly to avoid lumps.
- For more flavor, saute the garlic to bring out its flavor.
- Gradually add the slurry and sour cream, stirring constantly, for the best soup texture.
FAQ
While fresh potatoes are recommended for the best texture, you can use frozen diced potatoes. Just be aware that frozen potatoes may alter the soup's consistency slightly as they do release more moisture and can have more of a mushy texture.
You can omit the heavy cream or substitute it with a low-fat milk alternative if you prefer a lighter option. The soup will still be creamy.
Yes, you can make this soup gluten-free by substituting the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch as a thickening agent. Ensure all other ingredients are also gluten-free, and you're good to go.
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Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 2½ pounds Yukon gold potatoes cleaned, rinsed and cut into ¾" pieces
- 1 pound ham Cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion Diced
- 2 large carrots Peeled and chopped
- 3 ribs celery Chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 teaspoons garlic Minced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1½ teaspoons black pepper
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cheddar cheese Shredded
Instructions
- Add the potatoes, ham, onion, carrots, celery, chicken broth, garlic, thyme, paprika, and black pepper to a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- In a medium bowl, add heavy cream and flour. Whisk until well combined. Add flour slurry, sour cream, and cheddar cheese to the slow cooker. Stir and continue to cook for 15 minutes.
- Serve while hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
*Nutrition information is an estimate. It may vary based on ingredients, brands, and changes in cooking methods listed in the recipe. If you need exact ingredient numbers, I recommend calculating them with your preferred nutrition calculator.
Jayne says
Easy to make, delicious winter comfort food.
Ryan Allen says
So glad you enjoyed it! Easy, cozy comfort food is exactly what it’s meant to be. Thanks for sharing ❤️