Potato Chip Soup
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food twist with this creamy and savory Potato Chip Soup, a recipe that transforms everyone's favorite salty snack into a rich, velvety bowl of goodness. Made with crumbled plain potato chips, sautéed onions, garlic, and smooth heavy cream, this quick and easy soup comes together in just 30 minutes—perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an effortless crowd-pleaser. The saltiness of the chips blends seamlessly with chicken or vegetable broth, creating a uniquely indulgent base that’s both hearty and satisfying. Garnish with fresh chives and a handful of crushed chips for an irresistible crunch and vibrant pop of flavor. Ideal for anyone looking to elevate pantry staples, this one-pot recipe is a fun, unexpected twist that’s sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups potato chips (plain, salted)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 cups crushed potato chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Crumble the potato chips and add them to the pot. Stir to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to help the potato chips dissolve.
Using an immersion blender (or a regular blender in batches), blend the soup until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the heavy cream and season with black pepper.
Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to warm through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped chives and additional crushed potato chips, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3097 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.1 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.4 g | 507% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 5740 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.6 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 4923 mg | 105% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
