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A bowl of creamy Cajun potato soup topped with green onions in a cozy kitchen setting.

Easy Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 345 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
  • 2 stalks celery , finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 cups low -sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Place the cubed potatoes, onion, bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic into a 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  • Pour the chicken broth over the vegetable mixture.
  • Secure the lid and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
  • Use an immersion blender to pulse the soup 3-4 times for a creamy consistency with remaining potato chunks, or use a potato masher to reach desired texture.
  • Incorporate the heavy cream and softened cream cheese into the slow cooker, stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the liquid is emulsified.
  • Season with salt and black pepper; adjust to taste.
  • Maintain on the WARM setting until service.