Wisconsin-Style Crockpot Creamy Potato & Chicken Hamburger Soup
Warm up with this Wisconsin-Style Crockpot Creamy Potato & Chicken Hamburger Soup, a comforting dish that combines tender potatoes, ground beef, and vibrant vegetables in a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make soup will fill your home with delightful aromas as it simmers away in your slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 large potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 3 large carrots (sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; cook until onions are translucent.
- Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker and add diced potatoes, sliced carrots, and celery.
- Pour in the broth and season with thyme, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours until vegetables are tender.
- In the last 20 minutes of cooking, stir in heavy cream and shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve hot with garnishes like fresh parsley or additional cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg