Easy Baked Potato Soup

Warm, comforting, and ready in under an hour, this Easy Baked Potato Soup recipe is a creamy dream for chilly days. Featuring hearty Russet potatoes, a velvety roux-based broth, and rich additions like sour cream and cheddar cheese, every spoonful offers a cozy medley of flavors. Topped with crispy bacon and fresh green onions, this one-pot soup is a family favorite that’s as simple to make as it is satisfying. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, it’s a crowd-pleaser that turns humble ingredients into pure comfort. Whether you're craving a quick, hearty meal or looking to impress with a classic, this baked potato soup delivers warmth and indulgence in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 6 slices Bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 3 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash and dry the potatoes, then pierce each one several times with a fork. Place them directly on the oven rack and bake for 45 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Remove the potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.

Step 2

While the potatoes are cooling, melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for 2-3 minutes to create a roux. Slowly add the chicken broth, whisking continually to prevent lumps.

Step 3

Gradually pour in the milk and continue to whisk until the mixture begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Once the potatoes are cool enough to handle, peel off the skins and dice the potato flesh into small chunks. Add the potato chunks to the soup base and stir to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Allow the soup to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is creamy.

Step 6

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, and additional shredded cheddar cheese, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3103.2 grams (3103.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3222

Total Fat 160.60g	206%
Saturated Fat 88.70g	444%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 459mg	153%
Sodium 7288mg	317%
Total Carbohydrate 329.70g	120%
Dietary Fiber 23.10g	83%
Total Sugars 48.20g
Protein 133.30g	267%

Vitamin D 239IU	1193%
Calcium 1874mg	144%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 9081mg	193%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 40.0%