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This hearty Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup is creamy, cheesy, and full of tender vegetables and savory ham. It’s the perfect comfort food dinner for chilly nights or a great way to use up leftover holiday ham. Bonus: it’s budget-friendly and makes plenty for the whole family.
If you love Ham and Potato Soup, you’ll also enjoy my creamy Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup, hearty Easy Slow Cooker Potato Soup, or cheesy Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup.
Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup is a creamy crockpot soup made with russet potatoes, diced ham, cheddar cheese, and vegetables. This hearty slow cooker soup is easy to prepare, feeds a crowd, and is the ultimate comfort food for weeknights or holidays. A budget-friendly crockpot recipe perfect for family dinners.
For classic slow cooker comfort, try Hearty Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup, flavorful Slow Cooker Chili, or rich Easy Slow Cooker Beef Stew.
Table of Contents
- Why You’ll Love This Recipe…
- Step-by-Step Recipe Video
- Ham and Potato Soup Ingredients
- Rest of the Ingredients
- Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup Variations
- How To Make Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup
- Tips & Tricks
- Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup FAQs
- Serving Suggestions for Ham and Potato Soup
- Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating for Ham and Potato Soup
- Desserts You Need to Make with These Soups
- Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Recipe…
This soup is rich, creamy, and loaded with flavor thanks to tender potatoes, smoky ham, and melty cheddar cheese. It’s the kind of meal that makes you want to grab a blanket and curl up on the couch. Perfect for feeding a family, stretching leftovers, or prepping for the week ahead.
Recipe at a Glance
⏰ Ready In: 7 hours
🛒 Key Ingredients: Ham, potatoes, cheddar cheese
🍽️ Servings: 6
👩🍳 Difficulty: Easy
🧊 Make-Ahead Friendly: Stores well in the fridge or freezer
If you like recipes with a twist, don’t miss my Slow Cooker Marry Me Chicken Soup, creamy Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Soup, or pantry-friendly 8 Can Chicken Taco Soup.
Made With Love,
– Julia
Step-by-Step Recipe Video
Don’t scroll any further just yet — watch this quick 1-2 minute video to see exactly how this recipe comes together! It’s the easiest way to learn before you cook.
Ham and Potato Soup Ingredients
This recipe uses simple, inexpensive ingredients that transform into a creamy, filling slow cooker dinner.
- Potatoes: Russet potatoes break down just enough to create a creamy texture.
- Ham: Adds smoky, salty flavor — a great way to use up leftovers.
- Carrots, celery, onion: Classic vegetable trio that adds sweetness and balance.
- Cheddar cheese: Melts in for richness and cheesy flavor.
- Heavy cream + flour: Whisked together before adding, this thickens the soup perfectly.
For Italian-inspired flavors, check out my Slow Cooker Italian Vegetable and Sausage Soup, classic Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili, or Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup.
Rest of the Ingredients
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp oregano
- 4 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
A full ingredient list with exact amounts is available in the recipe card below.
Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup Variations
- Protein: Swap ham for cooked bacon, smoked sausage, or turkey ham.
- Cheese: Use sharp white cheddar, Gruyère, or Colby Jack.
- Vegetables: Add frozen corn or peas during the last 30 minutes.
- Make it lighter: Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
For another creamy family favorite, try my Zuppa Toscana Casserole.
How To Make Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup
Step 1: Add to the Slow Cooker
Combine potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, ham, seasonings, and chicken broth in a slow cooker.
Step 2: Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 7 hours or HIGH for 5 hours, until vegetables are tender.
Step 3: Make Cream Mixture In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk the flour into the heavy cream until smooth.
Step 4: Finish the Soup
Slowly pour the cream-flour mixture into the slow cooker while whisking the soup well to incorporate. Add sour cream and cheddar cheese, then stir.
Step 5: Cook Briefly
Cover and cook on HIGH for 10 minutes to thicken and melt cheese.
Step 6: Serve
Stir, taste for seasoning, and serve warm.
Full step-by-step instructions are in the recipe card below, which you can also print to save for later.
Tips & Tricks
- Dice potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.
- Cube ham into small pieces for even distribution.
- Whisk soup well when adding the cream mixture for a silky texture.
Round out your meal with Easy One Hour Dinner Rolls or pair it with one of my favorite casseroles: Onion Chicken Potato Casserole, Zuppa Toscana Casserole, Spinach Chicken Orzo Casserole, or Creamy Chicken and Egg Noodles.
Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup FAQs
Can I freeze this soup?
Yes, but dairy-based soups can separate when reheated. Stir well after thawing.
Can I use leftover holiday ham?
Absolutely — this soup is one of the best ways to use it up.
Can I make it thicker?
Yes — mash some of the potatoes or stir in more cheese.
Serving Suggestions for Ham and Potato Soup
- Serve with crusty bread or garlic knots.
- Add a green salad for balance.
- Top with extra cheese, parsley, or crumbled bacon.
Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating for Ham and Potato Soup
Store: Refrigerate up to 4 days.
Freeze: Freeze cooled soup up to 2 months. Stir well after reheating.
Reheat: Warm gently on the stovetop, stirring frequently.
Desserts You Need to Make with These Soups
No cozy dinner is complete without a sweet ending! Pair your favorite slow cooker soup with one of these easy desserts:
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Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup
Ingredients
- 5 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced small
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 large carrots, sliced
- 1 stalk celery, sliced
- 16 oz ham, diced
- 1 tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ⅛ tsp oregano
- 4 ½ cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded or thinly sliced
Instructions
- Add potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, ham, seasonings, and broth to slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW 7 hours or HIGH 5 hours, until tender.
- Whisk flour into heavy cream until smooth.
- Slowly pour cream mixture into slow cooker while whisking soup well to incorporate.
- Stir in sour cream and cheddar. Cover and cook on HIGH 10 minutes, until soup thickens.
- Stir, taste, and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
