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    Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

    Published: Apr 26, 2023 · Modified: May 1, 2024 by Ryan Allen · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Crock pot cheeseburger soup takes the classic flavors of a cheeseburger and turns it into a soup. This rich, creamy slow cooker cheeseburger soup is loaded with ground beef potatoes, cheese, and a creamy broth and makes the perfect family dinner or addition to any potluck.

    Crock Pot cheeseburger soup in a white bowl with bread in the background.
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    • Why You'll Love This Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Serve With
    • Storage
    • More Crock Pot Soup Recipes
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    • Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup

    Ground beef is one of the easiest and most versatile meats to use in slow cooker recipes. It's perfect for slow cooker versions of classic recipes like stuffed peppers, and it's a meaty, delicious base for more creative recipes like delicoius crockpot lasagna soup slow cooker lasagna soup, or bacon cheeseburger egg rolls. It's always a great start for any crock pot recipe.

    This delicious soup starts with cooked ground beef. It's combined with potatoes, broth, vegetables, and seasonings and then cooked until the flavors meld to perfection. It's packed with flavor, not work, and it makes a great weeknight meal or recipe for your next gathering.

    Why You'll Love This Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup

    • Simple Ingredients: Everything used in this recipe is either in your kitchen already or at your local grocery store.
    • Easy to Make: The only actual cooking required for this recipe is browning the ground beef. The slow cooker does the rest.
    • Family-Friendly: Meat, potatoes, and cheese are the trifecta for kids or picky adults. Everyone loves this!
    • Great for Meal Prep: You can freeze this soup for later meals.
    Cheeseburger soup in a metal ladle.

    Ingredients

    All the ingredients for this recipe are simple and easy to find in your kitchen or the grocery store.

    Everything you need to make this recipe is listed here, but you'll find the exact amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.

    • Ground Beef - Ground beef gives this soup its signature beefy flavor.
    • Petite Red Potatoes - Potatoes add a rustic flavor and texture to the soup.
    • Butter - Butter keeps the vegetables from sticking to the pan when added to the ground beef and adds richness to the soup.
    • Chicken Broth - The chicken broth serves as the base for the soup and provides a delicious savory chicken flavor.
    • Soup Vegetables (Carrot, Celery, Onion) - The mirepoix combines aromatic flavor and textures.
    • Italian Seasoning - Adds a combination of herbs and spices, such as basil, oregano, and thyme, that help to enhance the overall flavor of the soup.
    • Salt & Pepper - Help to season the soup and bring out the flavors of the other ingredients.
    • Cornstarch - Used as a thickener for the soup. It helps to create a creamy and velvety texture by binding the liquid ingredients together.
    • Milk - Added to the soup to make it creamy and rich.
    • Shredded Cheddar - Adds a deliciously creamy, cheesy flavor to the soup. It melts into the broth and helps to thicken it up even more.
    • Sour Cream - Gives the soup a tangy and creamy flavor that blends in with the bold flavors of the soup.

    How To Make Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup

    This soup is incredibly easy to make. Just brown the beef, add the veggies, and let the slow cooker do the rest.

    The recipe highlights are listed here, but you can find the exact instructions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

    1. Cook the Beef: Cook the ground beef until no longer pink.
    2. Mix the Beef, Veggies, and Broth: Add the ground beef, vegetables, butter, broth, and seasonings. Mix to combine.
    3. Cook: Cook until the vegetables are tender and the soup's flavors have melded.
    4. Add the Creamy Elements: 30 minutes before cooking is done, add a slurry of milk and cornstarch along with the cheese and sour cream to the soup. Mix and continue cooking until cheesy and thickened.
    Overhead image of cheeseburger soup in a white slow cooker and garnished with cheese and bacon.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Should you cook ground beef before adding it to a crock pot?

    Yes. Cooking the beef creates a more complex flavor in your dish. It also renders out excess fat that would otherwise make your dish greasy.

    How do you thicken soup in a crock pot?

    A slurry of cornstarch and water or milk will thicken a crock pot soup. Add the slurry about 30 minutes to an hour before the total cooking time is finished so the soup has time to thicken.

    What can you use in place of sour cream?

    Full-fat Greek yogurt is a great substitute for sour cream. They taste almost the same and add the same creaminess and tang.

    What can I add to crock pot cheeseburger soup?

    Try adding diced jalapenos for a kick of heat. Crispy bacon pieces will turn your cheeseburger soup into bacon cheeseburger soup. You can also add taco seasoning in place of Italian seasoning for a Tex-Mex twist.

    Serve With

    This cheeseburger soup is a full meal all on its own, so keep your pairings on the lighter side. A side salad or some bread is a nice complement to it. In addition, try pairing it with:

    • Slow Cooker Focaccia
    • Cracker Barrel Fried Apples
    • Chocolate Lava Cake
    Close up of a bowl of soup with a slow cooker in the background.

    Storage

    Transfer cooled leftovers to the refrigerator as soon as possible to preserve the soup's flavor and ensure it's safe to eat as long as possible.

    To reheat the soup, place it in a saucepan and cook on medium-low until heated through. Add a touch of milk or broth if the soup is too thick.

    Refrigerator: Store for up to four days in an air-tight container.

    Freezer: Cool the soup completely, then transfer it to an air-tight, freezer-safe container and store for up to 3 months.

    Close up of cheeseburger soup on a spoon.

    More Crock Pot Soup Recipes

    • Crock Pot Tomato Soup
    • Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup
    • Crock Pot Sausage Potato Soup
    • Crock Pot Taco Soup
    • Crock Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup

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    Crock Pot cheeseburger soup in a white bowl with bread in the background.

    Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup

    Author: Ryan Allen
    Imagine the delicious flavors of a cheeseburger but in a warm and comforting soup. This Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup is easy to make and perfect for a cozy night in! The combination of ground beef, potatoes, cheese, and creamy broth makes for a truly satisfying meal.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    4 hours hrs
    Total Time 4 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 519 kcal

    Equipment

    • My Favorite Slow-Cooker
    • Slow-Cooker Liners

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb ground beef
    • 2 lbs petite red potatoes (quartered)
    • 2 tbsp butter (divided)
    • 4 cups chicken broth
    • ¾ cup yellow onion (diced)
    • ¾ cup carrots (shredded)
    • ¾ cup celery (diced)
    • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
    • ½ tsp salt
    • 1 tsp black pepper
    • 2 tbsp cornstarch
    • 1½ cups milk
    • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese (Shredded)
    • ⅓ cup sour cream

    Instructions
     

    • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown hamburger, and drain. Then, add to a 6-quart Crock Pot.
    • Add potatoes, butter, chicken broth, onion, carrots, celery, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
    • Cover and cook on low for 7½ hours or high for 3½ hours.
    • In a small bowl, add milk and cornstarch. Whisk until well combined and pour into crock pot.
    • Add cheese and sour cream. Mix until well combined. Cover and continue to cook for 30 minutes.
    • Stir before serving, and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 519kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 27gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 967mgPotassium: 1021mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1457IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 595mgIron: 7mg

    *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.

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