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Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup

A close-up of a blue bowl filled with creamy Cajun potato soup, garnished with fresh parsley.
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A creamy and smoky Cajun potato soup made easily in your slow cooker. Perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 bell peppers (any color), chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the cubed potatoes, chopped onion, and chopped bell peppers in your slow cooker.
  2. Add the minced garlic, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and chicken broth.
  3. Stir in the smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, thyme, black pepper, and salt.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and cheddar cheese (if using).
  6. Continue to cook until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through. Do not boil.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, you can mash some of the potatoes against the side of the slow cooker before adding the cream.
  • Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spice level.
  • Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

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Find it online: https://gourmetgaze.com/cajun-potato-soup-slow-cooker-recipe/