Description
A cozy, super simple potato soup made with tender potatoes simmered in a creamy, buttery broth—easy, comforting, and perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Chopped green onions or shredded cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Add potatoes, onion, and chicken broth to a pot. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 12–15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Use a potato masher to lightly mash the potatoes, leaving some chunks.
- Stir in butter, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until creamy.
- Stir in sour cream if desired.
- Serve warm with toppings of your choice.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, replace some milk with heavy cream.
- Add cooked bacon or ham for more flavor.
- Use vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American