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A bowl of creamy Instant Pot loaded baked potato soup topped with shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon bits, and chopped green onions sits on a light surface next to a striped napkin and spoon. Another bowl and extra toppings are nearby.
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Instant Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup

Everything you love about a loaded baked potato is packed in this Instant Pot Loaded Baked Potato Soup recipe. Budget friendly and ready in only 10 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 - 8
Author: Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

  • 5 large russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon  Xanthan Gum

Instructions

  • Add 5 large potatoes, 1 diced onions, 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of pepper, and 4 tablespoons of butter to your Instant Pot.
  • Add the lid. Lock and set the valve to sealing.
  • Set the pressure for 5 minutes.
  • Do a quick release to release the pressure. In a small mixing bowl whisk 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/3 cup of sour cream, and 1 tablespoon of xanthan gum together. This will get thick.
  • Stir into the soup.
  • Press the saute button and cook the soup (while stirring) until the soup thickens.

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Notes

Serve with your favorite toppings. We like cheddar cheese, sour cream, chives and bacon!

Tips for the Best Loaded Potato Soup

  • Smoother Soup - If you prefer a smoother soup consistency that is less chunky, you can use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash the potatoes up more.
  • Potatoes - Diced potatoes about the same size so it cooks evenly.
  • Season after Cooking - Potatoes absorb salt, so taste and adjust at the end

Variations to Try

  • Spicy - Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce
  • Bacon - Try stirring crispy bacon in the soup right before serving for a different flavor.
  • Dairy Free - If you need it dairy free, try using a cheese substitute and substitute almond milk for the heavy cream.
  • Add Bell Peppers - Consider adding red peppers or any color of bell peppers.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 607mg | Potassium: 957mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 895IU | Vitamin C: 11.7mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 1.9mg
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