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Instant Pot Ham and Potato Soup can be ready in just 15 minutes. This comfort food meal is hearty with lots of ham, potatoes and savory broth.

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My family loves a hearty soup so I thought I would jazz up potato soup a little. I just added some diced ham and a few veggies. The results were fabulous and everyone loved the new soup recipe.

If you have leftover ham from Thanksgiving or Christmas, then this is a great recipe to use it in. You may also love these potato soup recipes, Crock Pot Potato Soup with Hashbrowns, Crock Pot Baked Potato Soup and Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup.

Why This Recipe Works

Pressure cooking has been a game changer for my family. It is a great way to cook dinner quick and easy without a lot of work. Potato soup is one of our favorites because of the creamy texture and the amazing flavor.

Adding diced ham to the soup gives it amazing savory flavor that everyone loves.

Ingredients

Ingredients - Russet potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, ham, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, chicken broth, heavy cream, cornstarch, sour cream
  • Large Russet Potatoes – You can substitute with Yukon gold or red potatoes can be substituted. We have even mixed two types of potatoes together when we didn’t have enough of one potato.
  • Medium Onion – If you are out, see Best Onion Substitute
  • Carrots – You can use baby carrots if you prefer
  • Diced Ham – Great use of leftover cooked ham
  • Chicken Broth – If you are out, see Chicken broth substitutes

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How to Make Instant Pot Ham and Potato Soup

  • Step 1 – Put all of the ingredients except for the heavy cream, corn starch and sour cream into the pressure cooker.
  • Step 2 – Make sure everything is well combined. You want the onion celery ham mixture stirred together well.
  • Step 3 – Then seal the instant pot and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes with a quick release.
  • Step 4 – You will need a small mixing bowl. Add the heavy whipping cream with the cornstarch. Mix this together so that you don’t see any lumps.
  • Step 5 – Turn the Instant Pot to the sauté setting and add the heavy whipping cream mixture to the pot.
  • Step 6 – Let this cook for another 4 to 6 minutes to give it a chance to combine and thicken. It should thicken nicely and have a really creamy texture after a few minutes. Serve warm and enjoy with chopped green onions and cheese.

Expert Tips

  • You can use Xanthan Gum to thicken the soup instead of cornstarch. I would start with 1 tsp and then gradually add more until the soup is the consistency that you prefer. It thickens over time so you want to be careful not to add too much.
  • Make sure the potatoes are all cut the same size. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Leftover ham. This is the perfect recipe to use with leftover ham. The recipe does not call for much. You can easily turn leftover ham or ham bone into a brand new meal.
  • Sauté the vegetables and ham. If you prefer, you can use the sauté setting to sauté the veggies and ham first. It is not necessary but will enhance the flavor.
  • Don’t forget to wait to add the heavy whipping cream, corn starch and sour cream in an Instant Pot. If you add this initially, it will separate while cooking and be a mess.

Serving Suggestions

This Pressure Cooker Ham and Potato Soup is delicious served on it own. But adding one of these easy side dish recipes makes this soup even better.

Learn what to serve with potato soup for even more great ideas. There are so many great ideas that will make the entire family happy.

Soup Toppings Ideas

  • You can also garnish with diced chives if you prefer.
  • Shredded cheese is also tasty. Cheddar Cheese, pepper jack and Colby work great.
  • Also try a dollop of sour cream and bacon bits.
Bowl of ham and potato soup.

How Long to Cook the Potato Soup in the Instant Pot?

The instant pot cooks this in literally minutes. You only need about 15 minutes to cook this soup. You can’t get take out in that amount of time. Make this easy soup today for the best comfort food.

The entire recipe is so easy and budget friendly.

How to Cook Ham Potato Soup in the Crock Pot

If you do not have a pressure cooker or prefer to slow cook this soup, feel free to do so.

  • Step 1 – Place everything except the heavy cream and sour cream and cornstarch into the slow cooker.
  • Step 2 – Then just cook everything on low for 6 to 7 hours. If you need to cook it in less time, use the high setting for 3 to 3.5 hours.
  • Step 3 – When the soup has finished cooking, add the cornstarch into the heavy whipping cream. 
  • Step 4 – Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes or on high for 15 minutes until the soup has thickened. It should turn into a thick and creamy consistency.

Get the full details: Crockpot Ham and Potato Soup Recipe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do You Need to Peel Potatoes?

It comes down to preference. I usually peel the potatoes but you can do what your family likes. Either way, the soup will turn out great. It is just about what you like.

What Can I Add to Potato Soup to Thicken It?

If you prefer a thicken potato soup, you can add a cornstarch slurry. Mix together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoon water. Another option is to remove about a cup of the potatoes and mash them slightly. Then pour the potatoes back into the soup and this will cause the soup to thicken.

How to Store Leftover Ham and Potato Soup

First, let the soup cool completely. It needs to be room temperature before storing.
Then put the soup in an airtight container. It will keep in the fridge up to 3-4 days.

Can I Freeze Ham and Potato Soup?

Yes, you can freeze soup. Let the soup cool and place inside freezer bags or containers. I like to use bags because they take up so little space. It is perfect to stack the bags when you don’t have a lot of room for containers. They will keep up to 6 months in the freezer.
When you are ready to use, allow the soup to thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Then heat on the stove until heated through. Another tip is to freeze a few individual portions of soup. This will be perfect to grab for a quick lunch or dinner when the whole family isn’t eating. See Can you Freeze potato soup for even more tips.

How to Reheat Ham and Potato Soup

Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or the stovetop depending on how much you have leftover.

Ham and Potato Soup in a bowl

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Instant Pot Ham and Potato Soup

5 from 4 votes
Instant pot ham potato soup can be ready in just 15 minutes. This comfort food meal is hearty with lots of ham, potatoes and savory broth.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Soup
Calories 401

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients except for the heavy whipping cream, corn starch and sour cream in an Instant Pot.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Seal and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes with a quick release.
  • Then in a small bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream with the cornstarch.
  • Switch the Instant Pot to the sauté setting and stir in the heavy whipping cream mixture and sour cream.
  • Cook for 4-6 minutes until they are well combined and the soup as thickened.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Calories 401kcal, Carbohydrates 36g, Protein 19g, Fat 22g, Saturated Fat 11g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1g, Monounsaturated Fat 5g, Cholesterol 105mg, Sodium 1806mg, Potassium 871mg, Fiber 3g, Sugar 5g, Vitamin A 4114IU, Vitamin C 22mg, Calcium 88mg, Iron 2mg

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  1. Carrie Barnard says:

    Perfect. So glad you loved it!

  2. Vivian says:

    5 stars
    What a flavorful recipe! This might be our new favorite! I discovered it also worked well on the crockpot setting at 5 hours. Thanks!

  3. Susan says:

    5 stars
    Made this recipe tonight and it was delicious. I used a regular pressure cooker and it took slightly longer. Still a quick meal and just wonderful! Thanks for this recipe.