Satisfy your comfort food cravings with our Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup. This quick and easy recipe captures the essence of a classic cheeseburger in a warm and savory soup. Let the Instant Pot do the work, turning simple ingredients into a flavorful bowl of goodness.
Get ready to enjoy the comfort of cheeseburger bliss with the convenience of Instant Pot cooking!
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Why This Recipe Works
- Quick and easy. Using your Instant Pot, you can whip this creamy, cheesy soup up in less than an hour.
- Cheesy and delicious. Packed with ground beef, fresh seasonings, and lots of cheesy goodness, this soup is one the whole family will love.
- Perfect for a crowd. This Cheeseburger Soup serves 4-6 people, but can easily be doubled to serve a crowd.
🥘 Ingredients
- Ground Meat: Provides hearty protein. Beef is traditional, but ground turkey or chicken can be used for a leaner option.
- Onion: Adds a sweet depth of flavor that balances the richness of the meat and cheese.
- Potatoes: Contribute starchy thickness and comforting heft to the soup.
- Cheddar Cheese Soup: This canned soup adds instant cheesy flavor and creaminess.
- Heavy Cream: Key for creating a rich, creamy texture in the soup.
- Shredded Cheese: Enhances the soup's cheesy flavor. The amount can be adjusted according to personal preference.
- Seasonings (Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Salt, Pepper): These add depth and savory notes, enhancing the overall flavor.
- Green Onions: Used as garnish, they add a fresh, slightly spicy flavor and vibrant color.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
📖 Substitutions & Variations
- Bacon Cheeseburger Soup: Adds bacon and cheddar for extra richness.
- Cheeseburger and Mushroom Soup: Add mushrooms for an earthy flavor.
- Add Some Spice : Kick up the heat with jalapenos or hot sauce.
- Add Sweet Potatoes: Use sweet potatoes for a unique twist.
- Loaded Cheeseburger Soup: Includes all your favorite toppings, like tomatoes and pickles, cream cheese, and sour cream.
🔪 How To Make Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup
- Step 1: First, hit the sauté or sear button on your Instant Pot. Then, add the ground meat and onion. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Step 2: Next, add the water, potatoes, soup, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to your Instant Pot. Stir to combine, but don’t overmix.
- Step 3: Place the lid on your Instant Pot, put the pressure valve into the sealing position, hit manual or pressure cook, and set the time for 1 minute.
- Step 4: Once the Instant Pot beeps, flip the pressure valve to the venting position to do a quick release of the pressure. Hit cancel on your Instant Pot, and then hit the sauté or sear button.
- Step 5: Once it starts to simmer, add the cream, stir to incorporate, and then add the green onions. Slowly stir in your shredded cheese. Mix until the cheese is completely melted.
- Step 6: Top your soup with your favorite garnishes such as bacon bits, more cheese, or green onions. Serve and Enjoy!
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Don’t Overcook The Meat. Don’t completely cook your meat as it will continue cooking under pressure. You don’t want the meat to be overdone.
- Spread Out The Potatoes. Make sure the potatoes are evenly spread out in your pot. This helps them to cook evenly, so that they are tender, but not mushy.
- Add bacon. Instead of just bacon bits, add fresh crumbled bacon to your soup to make it even tastier.
💭 FAQs
The best potatoes to use for soup are Russet potatoes. This is because they get tender, but not mushy in soups. You can use yellow and red potatoes, but you want to be careful not to overcook them.
For this recipe, I used shredded cheddar cheese because it melts the best. However, you could use pepper jack, mozzarella, or any shredded cheese you prefer. Additionally, I find that Velveeta cheese leaves this soup thick, creamy, and cheesy.
Cook your Instant Pot Cheeseburger Cheese Soup in the slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, ensuring the ground beef is fully cooked and flavors have melded deliciously.
Absolutely! You can add vegetables like carrots, celery, or bell peppers to make the soup more nutritious.
Yes, vegetable broth can be used as a healthier or vegetarian alternative to chicken or beef broth in this recipe.
Store your Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
To freeze cheeseburger soup pour the soup into freezer-safe containers or heavy-duty freezer bags; it can last up to 2-3 months.
🧂Serving Suggestions
Here are some side dishes to serve with Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup:
- Tasty Broccoli Salad: Vibrant and crunchy broccoli salad pairs perfectly with hearty Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup, enhancing the dining experience.
- Air Fryer Corn On The Cob: Simple yet satisfying, corn on the cob offers a juicy sweetness that pairs well with the savory flavors of the cheeseburger soup.
- Hawaiian Rolls: Sweet, fluffy, and warm rolls - a perfect accompaniment for rich soup, balancing out the savory notes.
- Lemon Orzo Asparagus Salad: An orzo and asparagus salad complements Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup adding some fresh veg to the mix.
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Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb Lean Ground Meat I Used Ground Turkey, But You Can Use Ground Chicken or Ground Beef.
- ½ Onion Diced
- 1 ½ Cup Water
- 2 Cups Potatoes Diced
- 2 Can Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup 10.5 Ounce cans
- 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
- 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 Cups Heavy Cream
- 2 Cups Shredded Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Green Onions Chopped, For Garnish
Instructions
- First, hit the sauté or sear button on your Instant Pot. Then, add the ground meat and onion. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
- Next, add the water, potatoes, soup, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to your Instant Pot. Stir to combine, but don’t over mix.
- Place the lid on your Instant Pot, put the pressure valve into the sealing position, hit manual or pressure cook, and set the time for 1-minute.
- Once the Instant Pot beeps, flip the pressure valve to the venting position to do a quick release of the pressure.
- Hit cancel on your Instant Pot, and then hit the sauté or sear button. Once it starts to simmer, add the cream, stir to incorporate, and then add the green onions.
- Slowly stir in your shredded cheese. Mix until the cheese is completely melted.
- Top your soup with your favorite garnishes such as bacon bits, more cheese, or green onions. Serve and Enjoy!
This soup is my go-to for a cozy night in—it's like a cheeseburger in a bowl, hearty, cheesy, and utterly comforting. Plus, the Instant Pot makes it a breeze to whip up!