The 3 Ingredients You Need
That’s right — only three!
- 1 (30–32 oz) bag frozen diced hash brown potatoes
- 1 (32 oz) carton chicken broth
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese
That’s it. These basic ingredients come together to create a creamy, hearty soup without any extra work.
Ingredient Notes
- Frozen hash browns save you from peeling and chopping potatoes.
- Chicken broth gives the soup flavor without extra seasoning.
- Cream cheese makes the soup rich, creamy, and smooth.
If you want to keep it vegetarian, you can easily swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth.
How to Make 3-Ingredient Crockpot Creamy Potato Soup
Step 1: Add the Potatoes
Pour the entire bag of frozen diced hash browns directly into the crockpot.
Step 2: Add the Broth
Pour in the 32 oz carton of chicken broth, covering the potatoes.
Step 3: Add the Cream Cheese
Cut the 8 oz block of cream cheese into cubes and place them on top of the potatoes and broth.
Step 4: Cook
Cover and cook on:
- Low for 6–7 hours, or
- High for 3–4 hours
Step 5: Stir and Serve
Near the end of cooking, stir the soup well until the cream cheese is fully melted and everything is creamy and smooth.
That’s it — dinner is ready!
Tips for the Best Results
- Stir the soup during the last 30 minutes to help the cream cheese blend in
- If the soup is thicker than you like, add a little extra broth
- For extra creaminess, mash some of the potatoes with a spoon
- Taste at the end and add salt and pepper if needed
Easy Add-Ins (If You Want More Flavor)
Even though this is a 3-ingredient recipe, you can easily dress it up if you’d like:
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Cooked bacon bits
- Chopped green onions
- Sour cream
- Garlic powder or onion powder
These toppings turn the soup into a loaded baked potato-style meal.
How to Serve It
This creamy potato soup is perfect on its own, but it also pairs well with:
- Crusty bread or dinner rolls
- Grilled cheese sandwiches
- A simple side salad
- Crackers or cornbread
It’s a cozy, filling meal that works for lunch or dinner.
Storage and Leftovers
This soup reheats beautifully.
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days
- Freezer: You can freeze it for up to 2 months (stir well when reheating)
To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth if needed to thin it out.
Perfect for Busy Days
What makes 3-Ingredient Crockpot Creamy Potato Soup so special is how effortless it is. You can throw everything into the slow cooker in the morning and come home to a warm, comforting meal with almost no work.
It’s ideal for:
- Snowy or rainy days
- Quick weeknight dinners
- Meal prepping
- Feeding a family on a budget
Final Thoughts
If you love simple, cozy recipes that don’t require much time or effort, this one is a must-try. 3-Ingredient Crockpot Creamy Potato Soup proves that you don’t need a long list of ingredients to make something delicious.
Easy, creamy, and comforting — this is a recipe you’ll want to make again and again.