Instant Pot Cream of Potato Soup Recipe
So, you want to make Instant Pot cream of potato soup? Perfect, because who has the patience to babysit a pot on the stove for hours? With the Instant Pot, this soup goes from “I’m starving” to “I’m in heaven” in less than 30 minutes. Forget those slow-simmered versions—this soup is creamy, comforting, and done in a flash. You’ll get a rich, velvety texture without the sweat and tears. It’s almost too easy. The only thing left is to make sure you don’t eat it all before your guests arrive (or maybe you should, who’s judging?).
Instant Pot Cream of Potato Soup Recipe
A rich, creamy potato soup made effortlessly in the Instant Pot, packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or plant-based alternative
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Veggies: Press the Sauté button on the Instant Pot. Add butter, onions, and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add Potatoes and Broth: Toss in the diced potatoes, broth, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika. Stir well.
- Pressure Cook: Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to Manual on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Quick Release: When the timer is up, use the quick release to release pressure.
- Blend the Soup: Use an immersion blender or carefully transfer to a blender and purée until smooth.
- Finish with Cream: Stir in the heavy cream. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with chives or parsley.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 4%
- Potassium: 8%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Texture: For a chunkier texture, don’t blend the soup entirely. Leave some potato bits for bite.
- Seasoning: Adjust the seasoning based on your taste. Add extra herbs like rosemary or thyme for extra flavor.
- Vegan Option: Use plant-based butter and cream for a vegan version.
- Cheese Lovers: Toss in some shredded cheese to make this soup extra creamy and indulgent.
