Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup
This rich and creamy Cajun potato soup marries smoky sausage with bold seasoning and melty cheeses for the ultimate comfort meal, all slow-cooked to perfection.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds andouille sausage or smoked sausage sliced good and thick
- 1 yellow onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Old Bay works as substitute
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 bag frozen shredded hash browns 30 oz.
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.75 oz.
- 1 package cream cheese 8 oz., room temperature
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese grated, plus extra for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- Heat your olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté the sliced sausage until browned and fragrant.
- Remove sausage and sauté onions and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer sausage, onions, and garlic to slow cooker bowl.
- Add hash browns, broth, cream of chicken soup, and Cajun seasoning. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high 3-4 hours until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in cream cheese and cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with extra cheddar on top.
Notes
Top with green onions for extra flavor and color, and serve with crusty bread for a hearty meal.