Loaded Instant Pot Potato Soup Recipe

Easy Pressure Cooker Potato Soup

I absolutely love this instant pot potato soup recipe! It really warms me up and makes me feel amazing even on a cold winter day! It’s definitely one of my go-to comfort foods. Also, the fact that this potato soup is cooked in a pressure cooker makes me like it even more because it’s so convenient, quick and easy.

On top of all that, this potato soup has amazing flavor and consistency. It’s full of that delicious loaded potato flavor with cheese, bacon, and sour cream. Yum!

Instant Pot Potato Soup Ingredients

I really like Yukon Gold potatoes in this instant pot potato soup recipe because they already have a creamy texture, but I think any type of potato would probably work well too. If you’re looking for other ways to use up Yukon Gold potatoes, they are my favorite kind of potato for these recipes too: Melting Roasted Potatoes and Slow Cooker Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes.

Have you tried using a Y-peeler before? I was hesitant at first, but now I prefer it over the traditional style peelers!

Cooking the Soup & Potatoes

The soup and potatoes only need about 3 minutes of cooking at high pressure. My Instant Pot pressure cooker usually takes around 15 minutes to first come to pressure with this potato soup recipe, but it is still a pretty quick cook time and totally hands off during that time too.

Adjusting the Thickness of Your Potato Soup

Adjust the thickness of the soup to your preference by either cooking the soup on saute setting after adding the roux of flour and butter or by adding more chicken broth.

Final Thoughts

This instant pot potato soup recipe is a creamy, cheesy, delicious meal, perfect for those cold fall and winter days! One of my favorite comfort foods for sure. You can make it even more comforting by serving it with some warm fresh bread like rolls, breadsticks, or in bread bowls.

If you end up trying this recipe out, I hope you enjoy it! Let us know how you liked it in the comments!

P.S. This is my favorite chef knife – I’ve been using it for years and it is still awesome! Just get a simple knife sharpener to go with it and you’ll be set.

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Loaded Instant Pot Potato Soup Recipe

Delicious and easy instant pot potato soup that's loaded with flavor.

4.80 / 5 ( 5 Reviews )

Print Rate

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Serves: 8

Adjust Servings: 8

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Equipment

• Pressure Cooker

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
• 1 medium yellow onion diced
• 6 garlic cloves minced
• 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes peeled and diced
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoons dried parsley
• 10 slices cooked bacon diced
• ⅓ cup all purpose flour
• 12 ounces evaporated milk half and half, or heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• ½ cup sour cream
• salt and pepper to taste
• topping options: chives green onion, cheese, bacon, sour cream

Instructions

• Instant Pot: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in the pressure cooker on saute setting. Add the onion and garlic and saute until onion begins to soften, 1-2 minutes. Add the potatoes, broth, parsley, and bacon. Cook on high pressure for 3 minutes, then quick release. (If liquid is being released too, wait about 5 minutes and try again.)
• In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter and melt. Whisk in the flour and gradually add the milk or cream, whisking until smooth. Add the mixture to the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
• Mash about 3/4 of the potatoes with a potato masher, then stir in the shredded cheese and sour cream. Add salt and pepper to taste. If needed, set to saute and cook, while stirring, until thickened.
• Slow Cooker: Add onion, garlic, potatoes, broth, parsley, and bacon to the slow cooker. Stir and cook for 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 on high, until potatoes are fork tender.
• Once soup is cooked, add 4 tablespoons butter to a medium saucepan over medium heat and melt. Whisk in the flour and gradually add the milk or cream, whisking until smooth. Reduce heat and let simmer until it starts to thicken, stirring occasionally. Add the mixture to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
• Mash about 3/4 of the potatoes with a potato masher, then stir in the shredded cheese and sour cream. Add salt and pepper to taste. Continue cooking soup on low for 30 minutes or on high for 15 minutes.
• Serve warm, garnished with desired toppings.

Recipe Notes

If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 429kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 26g | Sodium: 736mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g