Description
Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender potatoes, smoky andouille sausage, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a rich, creamy broth seasoned with authentic Cajun spices. Perfect for a comforting meal, this recipe utilizes a slow cooker for effortless cooking and deep, developed flavors.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 13.5 ounce package andouille sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 4 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup diced bell pepper (red or green)
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup sliced carrots
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Serving
- Green onions, sliced
- Tabasco sauce
Instructions
- Brown the sausage: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the andouille sausage slices and cook them until they are browned on both sides, which enhances their smoky flavor and adds depth to your soup.
- Add ingredients to slow cooker: Transfer the browned sausage to the slow cooker along with the potatoes, diced bell pepper, onion, celery, carrots, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients and seasoning.
- Add broth and cook: Pour the chicken broth over the mixture in the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine everything. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or on low for 5 hours until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
- Stir in milk and continue cooking: After the initial cooking time, stir in the cup of milk. Continue cooking for another hour to allow the soup to become creamy and fully incorporated.
- Add cream and cheese: Finally, add the whipping cream and shredded cheddar cheese to the slow cooker. Stir and cook for about 15 minutes longer or until the cheese has melted completely and the soup is rich and creamy.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and a dash of Tabasco sauce for a spicy kick. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Browning the sausage first adds extra flavor and helps to render out some fat for a richer soup.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning according to your spice preference.
- You can substitute milk and cream with half-and-half for a slightly lighter version.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding the cream and cheese.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Keywords: Cajun potato soup, slow cooker soup, andouille sausage soup, creamy potato soup, easy slow cooker recipes
