This Ninja Foodi loaded potato soup is a creamy classic recipe that is super easy to make and tastes incredibly delicious. It has all the flavors of a loaded baked potato but inside a warm and comforting bowl of soup. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and chopped green onions it is the best comforting lunch or dinner! You won't believe how easy it is to prepare this potato soup in under 20 minutes!
This pressure cooker potato soup is made in the Ninja Foodi, but you could also use an Instant Pot just as easily! By cooking it in an electric pressure cooker, this recipe is almost hands-off and ready in no time. Cooking potatoes in Ninja foodi is very easy ,try my other potato recipe ninja foodi mashed potatoes.
Ready in under 20 minutes with minimal prep work and filled with simple and easy-to-find ingredients, this Ninja Foodi soup recipe is quick to make and filled with amazing flavor. It's warm and perfect for any cold day or whenever you want something flavorful and comforting.
Recipe ingredients
Potatoes. Make sure to cut them roughly the same size so that they can cook evenly inside the pressure cooker.
Chopped onions and garlic. Adds rich flavor to the soup.
Thyme. A nice dried herb that pairs well with potatoes.
Salt and black pepper. Everyday kitchen seasonings. Freshly ground black pepper will have the best flavor!
Butter. Used to cook the onions and garlic.
Milk and heavy cream. Used to get the perfect creamy consistency.
Broth. Gives a lot of flavor to the potato soup rather than just using water. Chicken or vegetable broth would both work great!
Cornstarch. Used to thicken the soup.
Cheddar cheese. Use your favorite type of shredded cheese. It adds a nice cheesy depth of flavor.
Bacon. Cooked and chopped into pieces. It adds a smoky flavor and a nice crunch.
Chopped green onion. Pairs well with potatoes, bacon, and cheese. Used for garnish.
How to make Ninja Foodi potato soup
Chop onions and add to the Ninja Foodi inner pot along with butter and garlic. It should take no longer than 5 minutes for them to become fragrant. Meanwhile wash and peel potatoes. Cut them in big pieces and add to the pot.
Add broth. I use chicken broth but any broth will work. You can even dilute chicken bouillon in water according to instructions on the package and add that.
Close and lock the lid. Pressure cook for 8 minutes and quick release the pressure. Make a slurry out of milk and cornstarch. Make sure that the milk is cold! Stir well and add to the soup. Add heavy cream or half and half and stir.
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Serve with lots of chopped green onions or chives, shredded cheese and chopped bacon bites.
Variations and substitutions
- Make soup vegetarian by removing bacon and using vegetable broth instead of chicken.
- Substitute heavy cream for half and half or full fat milk for a lighter texture.
- You can make this Ninja Foodi potato soup dairy free by substituting regular milk or cream to dairy free alternatives and adding vegan cheese instead if regular cheese.
- Substitute bacon for turkey bacon to reduce calories in the dish.
What kind of potatoes work best for soup
Potatoes with a high starch content like Russets work the best for loaded potato soups. You could also use Yukon Golds or Red Potatoes. These aren't as starchy but they have a nice creamy texture when cooked.
If you decide to blend your soup before serving, make sure not to over-blend the soup. Waxier potato varieties like Yukon Golds and Red potatoes can sometimes become gummy when overworked.
Frequently asked questions
Loaded potato soup is a take on loaded baked potatoes but in soup form! It is made with potatoes, onions, and garlic cooked in broth and thickened with cornstarch and heavy cream. You can top with it whatever you like, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon or ham, and chopped green onions are popular favorites!
There are two main ways to thicken potato soup- flour and cornstarch. Both are mixed with a cold liquid to make a slurry, before adding it to a hot pot of soup so it doesn't get clumpy. Cornstarch is preferred because it doesn't leave a floury taste in the soup and you don't need to use that much for it to thicken the soup nicely.
Depending on the recipe used, you might need to cook the potatoes beforehand, but for most soups, this is not necessary. Just add the potatoes to the pressure cooker with the other ingredients then cook! By pressure cooking them with the broth, the potatoes will be soft and tender in just a few minutes!
Adding too much broth and not enough heavy cream can result in a watery soup. Cornstarch and heavy cream both work to thicken and give a nice creamy consistency to this loaded potato soup.
Extra seasonings are a great way to add more flavor to soups, as well as sauteed onions and garlic. You could also use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
Equipment
I used the Ninja Foodi pressure cooker for this recipe but you can use an Instant Pot or any other electric pressure cooker you have will work just fine. Just keep in mind that the settings or cooking time might be a little different.
Storage
I like to store soup leftovers right in the inner pot. I just cover i with a flat plate, foil or the right size lid and keep it in the fridge for couple days. Reheat in the same pot in Ninja Foodi on SAUTE setting until hot.
If using an air tight plastic or glass container, store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave. Great to take leftovers to work and easy reheat right in the container.
More Pressure cooker recipes
- Ninja Foodi vegetable beef soup
- Ninja Foodi steamed shrimp
- Instant pot turkey necks
- Instant pot turkey wings
- Ninja Foodi beets
- Ninja foodi green beans
- Instant pot turkey thighs
- Ninja Foodi frozen turkey breast
Easy Ninja Foodi Loaded Potato Soup
This Ninja Foodi loaded potato soup is a creamy classic recipe that is super easy to make and tastes incredibly delicious. It has all the flavors of a loaded baked potato but inside a warm and comforting bowl of soup. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and chopped green onions it is the best comforting lunch or dinner! You won't believe how easy it is to prepare this potato soup in under 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 lb potatoes
- 4 cups broth
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- black pepper
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 3 slices of bacon , cooked and chopped
- ½c cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Using Ninja Foodi SAUTE function, saute chopped onions with butter and garlic for about 5 minutes.
- Add cubed potatoes and broth. Close and lock the lid. Pressure cook for 8 minutes. Quick release the pressure. Carefully open the lid.
- Mix cornstarch with cold milk and add to the soup. Stir well and turn on SAUTE button. Add heavy cream and stir. Serve with chopped green onions chopped bacon and shredded cheese.
Notes
- Make soup vegetarian by removing bacon and using vegetable broth in stead of chicken.
- Substitute heavy cream for half and half or full fat milk for a lighter texture.
- You can make this Ninja Foodi potato soup dairy free by substituting regular milk or cream to dairy free alternatives and adding vegan cheese instead if regular cheese.
- Substitute bacon for turkey bacon to reduce calories in the dish
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 438Total Fat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 877mgCarbohydrates: 44gFiber: 4gSugar: 7gProtein: 16g
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