Comforting Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

Name: Comfort Food
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 240 min
Total time: 255 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef, browned & drained.; 2 russet potatoes, peeled & diced.; 1 cup carrots, shredded.; 1/2 cup celery, diced.; 1 white onion, diced.; 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning.; 1 tbsp garlic, minced.; 1 tsp salt.; 1/2 tsp ground pepper.; 3 cups chicken broth.; 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed.; 8 oz cream cheese, cubed.; 1/2 cup bacon, crumbled.

This Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup combines ground beef, creamy Velveeta, and a mix of vegetables to create a deliciously comforting meal. Perfect for family dinners, this hearty soup is easy to prepare, and the crockpot does all the work. Serve with a garnish of crumbled bacon, diced pickles, or extra onions for a flavorful twist!

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By Zaho

Updated on Sat, 04 Jan 2025 14:12:46 GMT

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Warm up with this Best-Ever Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup—a creamy, cheesy soup packed with flavors reminiscent of a classic cheeseburger! Perfect for a comforting family dinner that everyone will love.

Ground Beef: 1 pound, browned and drained
Russet Potatoes: 2, peeled and diced
Carrots: 1 cup, shredded
Celery: 1/2 cup, diced
Onion: 1 white, diced
Italian Seasoning: 1 tablespoon
Garlic: 1 tablespoon, minced
Salt: 1 teaspoon
Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon, ground
Chicken Broth: 3 cups
Velveeta Cheese: 16 ounces, cubed
Cream Cheese: 8 ounces, cubed
Bacon: 1/2 cup, crumbled (for garnish)

Step 1:: Place the peeled and diced russet potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot to create a solid base.
Step 2:: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no pink remains, then drain any excess fat. Add the cooked beef to the crockpot.
Step 3:: Add the diced onion, shredded carrots, and diced celery evenly over the beef and potatoes.
Step 4:: Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the vegetables and meat for added flavor.
Step 5:: Pour in the chicken broth, ensuring it covers all the ingredients to promote even cooking.
Step 6:: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and the potatoes to become tender.
Step 7:: After cooking, add the cubed Velveeta cheese and cream cheese to the crockpot. Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes until the cheeses are fully melted.
Step 8:: Stir well to combine all ingredients, ensuring a smooth, creamy texture. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Step 9:: Garnish each bowl with crumbled bacon, diced pickles, and chopped onions if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

Chef Tip: Sautéing the vegetables before adding them to the crockpot enhances their flavor.
Chef’s Advice: Browning the ground beef well gives the soup a deeper, richer taste.

Comfort Food

This Crockpot Cheeseburger Soup is a comforting, cheesy, and hearty meal that combines ground beef, potatoes, and creamy Velveeta for a delicious dinner.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

240 Minutes

Total Time

255 Minutes

By: Zaho

Category: Dinners

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (1 large pot of soup)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 1 pound ground beef, browned & drained.

02 2 russet potatoes, peeled & diced.

03 1 cup carrots, shredded.

04 1/2 cup celery, diced.

05 1 white onion, diced.

06 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning.

07 1 tbsp garlic, minced.

08 1 tsp salt.

09 1/2 tsp ground pepper.

10 3 cups chicken broth.

11 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed.

12 8 oz cream cheese, cubed.

13 1/2 cup bacon, crumbled.

Instructions

Step 01

Place the peeled and diced russet potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot.

Step 02

Cook the lean ground beef over medium heat until there's no pink left. Drain any excess fat and add it to the slow cooker.

Step 03

Add the finely chopped onion, shredded carrots, and diced celery to the crockpot.

Step 04

Evenly sprinkle Italian Seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic over the vegetables.

Step 05

Pour in 3 cups of chicken broth, ensuring it covers all ingredients in the crockpot.

Step 06

Place the lid on the crockpot and set it to cook on low heat for 4-6 hours.

Step 07

Cube the Velveeta cheese and cream cheese, then add to the slow cooker for the last 30 minutes of cooking until melted.

Step 08

Stir the soup well to combine all ingredients, adjusting salt or pepper as needed.

Step 09

Garnish with crumbled bacon, pickles, and extra diced onions if desired before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, garnish with chopped pickles and onions.
Cook the ground beef thoroughly before adding it to the crockpot to avoid excess grease.
Add the cheese towards the end of cooking for a smooth, creamy consistency.