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Simple Hash Brown Potato Soup, Everyone Will Love!

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Although spring is supposedly right around the corner, here in the great state of Utah, we are in the middle of a whiteout, even as I type. I am DONE with the cold weather. Mother nature did not get the memo that it is MARCH.

Although the weather outside is frightful, this recipe is a home run, regardless of the season. It is one of our family’s favorite soups and one I lean on for a quick, easy dinner with minimal effort. Thank goodness for my slow cooker! You could easily convert this to an instant pot recipe and have it ready quickly. (about 25-30 minutes)

Close up of this simple hash brown potato soup recipe, soup is served in a white bowl topped with green onions, sharp cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream.
This simple and delicious comfort food hash brown potato soup is sure to be a hit with your family.

This lazy day hash brown potato soup is so simple to throw together, and with a little bit of effort, you have a pretty hearty and filling dish to feed your crowd. You can serve it in a big bowl, or a bread bowl would be an amazing addition!

All you will need is fresh or frozen hash browns, and cubed ham (leftover ham works great! I still had some leftover ham in my freezer from Christmas, and it was so good in this soup! So this is a great soup for repurposing leftover ham!), chicken broth or chicken stock, cream of chicken soup, onion, cream cheese, and a dry ranch seasoning. That is all you will need for this amazing loaded potato soup.

If you like a heartier potato chunk in your soup, this also tastes amazing with cubed potato hash.

Over the years, as I have developed my cooking skills and have started to shy away from canned soups and items filled with excess preservatives and ingredients I cannot pronounce, I have found some great “from scratch” alternatives you can easily opt out of!

Here are a couple of healthier store-bought options to look for – when you do not have time from scratch!

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Lazy Days Hash Brown Potato Soup

Lazy Days Hash Brown Potato Soup The perfect easy soup for those busy weeknights!

Course Dinner, Kid Friendly, Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword Crock Pot, dinner, Slow Cooker
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Servings 8
Calories 251 kcal
Author Andie Thueson

Ingredients

  • 1 package of fresh or frozen shredded hash browns
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 lb cubed ham leftover ham
  • 2 cans Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1 can Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese cubed cream cheese (for easier melting)
  • 1 packet Ranch Dressing Seasonings this will provide a lot of flavor!
  • Salt & Pepper To Taste

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients into your crock pot except the cubed cream cheese. Let cook on low all day or on High for 3 hours – add cream cheese for the last 30 minutes.

  2. Top with shredded sharp cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, bacon bits, and sliced green onions – So GOOD!

Nutrition Facts
Lazy Days Hash Brown Potato Soup
Amount Per Serving (1 Cup)
Calories 251 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 61mg20%
Sodium 1258mg55%
Potassium 498mg14%
Carbohydrates 18g6%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 16g32%
Vitamin A 535IU11%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 39mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.


This creamy potato soup is a hit each and every time you are in need of an easy soup recipe! With only a few minutes of prep time, this delicious soup is always a crowd-pleaser, perfect for the cold winter months or really anytime you are looking for an ultimate comfort food!

Frequently asked questions:

How long can I store this soup?

This soup will stay fresh in an airtight container for up to one week and makes excellent leftovers for lunch.

What are your favorite toppings?

Shredded cheese (cheddar, gouda, and pepper jack work great), bacon crumbles, green peppers, a dash of hot sauce, and fresh herbs (Rosemary, oregano, marjoram, basil, lovage, and bay to add nutrition, flavor, and depth)

Can I make this vegetarian?

You could easily omit this ham, sub the chicken broth for vegetable broth, and use a cream of mushroom soup instead to make this a vegetarian-friendly comforting soup.

Close up of a spoonful of this hearty delicious hash brown potato soup. Close up showcases the rich and creamy texture of the soup.
I mean, come on, look at the creamy delicious goodness!

I hope you love this creamy hash brown potato soup as much as my family does! It really is one of our favorite go-to’s for its depth of flavor goodness and its ease to make! Let me know in the comments below if you gave this soup a try and if it was a hit with your family.

Much Love + Happy Cooking!

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8 Comments

  1. Yum!!! I’m definitely going to try this recipe out. Thanks!

  2. Kathy George says:

    What size are the cans of low sodium chicken broth and cream of chicken soup? It looks delish but can size would help immensely! Thank you, Kathy George

    1. 1 32 oz box of chicken broth, and just a 10.5 oz can of cream of chicken soup – Hope that helps! 🙂 Andie

  3. You mean 1 package of the ranch dressing, correct? Thanks

    1. Yep just use one package of dry ranch seasoning!

  4. 5 stars
    I had homemade ranch dressing mix on hand, so I used that. Such an easy and yummy soup!

  5. 5 stars
    This is such an amazing potato soup recipe. It is incredibly easy to make and tastes so good. Can’t beat using the crockpot!

  6. 5 stars
    I think that this soup is becoming one of my favorite things! thank you so much for sharing this amazing soup recipe!

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