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Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup

This Slow Cooker Cajun Potato Soup is loaded with tender potatoes, smoky andouille sausage, fresh veggies, and Cajun spices—all slow-cooked in a creamy, cheesy broth. It’s the ultimate comfort food with just the right kick of heat, perfect for cozy dinners or chilly days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 13.5-ounce package andouille sausage, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 4 russet potatoes peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper red or green
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • ½ cup sliced carrots
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup whipping cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Green onions sliced for garnish
  • Tabasco sauce for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Brown andouille sausage slices 4–5 minutes per side. Drain excess fat.
  3. Transfer sausage to slow cooker.
  4. Add potatoes, bell pepper, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 5 hours, until potatoes and vegetables are tender.
  7. Stir in milk and cook for 1 additional hour on low.
  8. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/slow-cooker-cajun-potato-soup/

Notes

  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste—use more for a spicier kick.
  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before adding cream and cheese.
  • Andouille sausage adds smoky heat, but kielbasa can be used for a milder flavor.