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Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup, a creamy and delicious comfort food, is shown in this featured image.

Best Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup

This Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup delivers all the satisfying flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a comforting, creamy soup. It's an easy, hands-off recipe perfect for a weeknight meal, combining ground beef, cheese, and savory seasonings in a slow cooker for maximum flavor and convenience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/2 cup milk or half-and-half optional
  • Cooked bacon crumbles, for topping
  • Green onions, for topping
  • Sour cream, for topping

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • spatula
  • 6-Quart or Larger Slow Cooker
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Ladle
  • Bowls

Method
 

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Transfer the cooked beef, onion, and garlic mixture to a 6-quart or larger slow cooker. Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice!), diced potatoes, shredded carrots, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. If the soup is too thick, add milk or half-and-half until it reaches your desired consistency.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with cooked bacon crumbles, green onions, sour cream, and extra shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.

Notes

For best results, brown the ground beef before adding it to the slow cooker to enhance the flavor. Russet potatoes are recommended to prevent mushiness. Add cream cheese and cheddar cheese at the end of the cooking process for a creamy texture. Adjust seasonings to your preference. Soup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.