Instant Pot Potato Soup You Gotta Try Tonight
This Instant Pot Potato Soup is warm, comforting, and easy to prepare. It's perfect for cozy nights with its quick and delicious flavors.
Equipment
- 1 Instant Pot
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 6 slices bacon cut into ½ inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 ½ lbs russet potatoes peeled and cut into ½ inch cubes
- 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups half-and-half
- ¾ cup sour cream plus more for serving
- shredded cheddar for serving
- sliced chives for serving
Instructions
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add bacon pieces. Cook until crispy and golden, then remove and set aside, keeping the drippings in the pot.
- Add olive oil, onion, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 4 to 5 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add fresh thyme, potato cubes, chicken broth, and kosher salt. Stir well.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 12 minutes.
- Release the pressure quickly and remove the lid carefully.
- Whisk flour with some half-and-half in a small bowl. Add this mixture with the remaining half-and-half to the soup. Simmer for 5-10 minutes. Add bacon before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with shredded cheddar and sliced chives on top for extra flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze for longer preservation.