Creamy & Hearty Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup
350kcal
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 2 lbs potatoes choose a starchy variety like Yukon gold for creamy texture
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 piece bell pepper chopped
- 2 pieces carrots diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth use homemade for richer flavors
For the Creamy Enrichment
- 1 cup heavy cream for luscious and creamy consistency
For the Flavor Profile
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning for signature Cajun flair
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika adds depth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt to enhance flavors
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper for a subtle hint of spice
Optional Protein
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled sausage vegetarian option can be substituted
For Garnish (Optional)
- green onions chopped
- fresh parsley finely chopped
Method
Instructions
- Peel and dice the potatoes, onion, bell pepper, and carrots. Mince the garlic.
- If using sausage, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until browned, then crumble it into bite-sized pieces.
- In the slow cooker, combine the diced potatoes, onion, garlic, bell pepper, carrots, cooked sausage (if using), Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Pour the vegetable broth over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
- Once tender, use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat through for another 10–15 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and parsley if desired.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Nutrition
Serving1bowlCalories350kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein8gFat22gSaturated Fat12gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat9gCholesterol60mgSodium800mgPotassium600mgFiber5gSugar3gVitamin A500IUVitamin C20mgCalcium80mgIron2mg
Notes
Ensure vegetables are diced uniformly for even cooking. Avoid overcooking the potatoes to maintain texture. Use an immersion blender for desired soup consistency.