Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup - Recipe Diaries (2024)

Cheeseburger Soup is my new favorite soup! Your house will smell amazing and this soup tastes amazing. Who wouldn't like creamy cheesy soup with your favorite cheeseburger fixings on top?

I'm pretty positive you won't even miss the bun! Burgers are one of my favorite foods to eat in the Summertime and now that it is starting to transition over to Fall, this is the perfect alternative to a cheeseburger.

The weather is starting to get cooler here. It's that time of year when you have to dress in layers in the morning to stay warm and take the extra layers off in the afternoon. Lately, I've been craving soup or chili. There's a lot of soup recipes on this site and if you're trying to find more of them use the search bar located in the sidebar. On a desktop that is on the right-hand side of this page, but if you are using your phone, that is located towards the bottom of this page.

For more delicious soup recipes please try Lasagna Soup, 5 Ingredient Tomato and Basil Blender Soup, or Knoephla Soup.

Ingredients Needed

• Ground beef 93% fat-free - Is considered better than higher fat options for several reasons. First, it has less saturated fat, which can contribute to heart disease and other health issues. Additionally, it tends to have fewer calories per serving, making it a good option for those watching their weight.
• Onions - provide a sweet and savory flavor to the dish, while also helping to build the foundation of the dish with its aroma and ability to caramelize.
• Celery adds a slightly bitter and salty flavor, along with a refreshing crunch.
• Carrots - contribute a subtle sweetness and a hearty texture to the dish.

• Chicken broth - The best type of chicken stock to use is one that is homemade. For canned stock, I look for ones that say reduced sodium or fat free.
• Russet potatoes also known as Idaho potatoes, are a popular variety of potato that are widely consumed in the United States.Salt and pepper to taste
• Dried parsley - Parsley is a type of herb that is commonly used as a garnish or seasoning in various dishes. It has a bright green color and a mild, slightly bitter taste. Parsley is a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as minerals such as potassium and iron.
• Dried basil
• Milk - Dairy does not like me at all so I go for a lactose free milk such as Fairlife. It also has more protein in it.
• Cubed Velveeta cheese or sharp grated cheddar cheese
• See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

Optional Ingredients

• Diced dill pickles, chopped bacon, shredded cheese,tomatoes, parsley flakes,lettuce for garnish
• Sub ground turkey, Italian sausage, for ground beef
• Other types of cheeses to try - swiss, pepper jack, or shredded cheddar cheese
• Top with sour cream

How to Make Cheeseburger Soup in Instant Pot

Step 1: Turn your Instant Pot onto the saute function. Use the adjust button to set it to the medium setting. Once the pot has heated up, brown the beef and drain off all the extra grease. Add in onions, carrots, celery, salt, pepper, parsley, basil and garlic powder. Saute for 2-3 minutes, until it is translucent.

Step 2: Add in the broth. Keep the pot on the saute setting so that the broth will get heated up while you are preparing the rest of the ingredients. Then add in the potatoes.

Step 3: Cover the Instant Pot and secure the lid. Make sure the valve is set to “sealing.” Set the timer on manual high pressure to 5 minutes.

Step 4: Add milk to the Instant Pot. Make a cornstarch slurry by stirring the cornstarch and water together in a small bowl. Add the slurry to the pot. Turn the saute function on.The soup will start to thicken when, then add in cheese and stir. Enjoy!

When the timer beeps let the pot sit for about 10 minutes. Then release any pressure that remains.

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