Plug in your crock pot and set it to your desired cooking temperature (high or low). Give it a light spray with non-stick cooking spray for easier cleanup later.
Combine Ingredients
Add the entire bag of frozen hash browns to the crock pot.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the cream of chicken soup until well combined.
Add the shredded cheese and softened cream cheese. (Tip: Cut the cream cheese into chunks to help it melt faster and evenly.)
Stir in ¾ cup of crumbled cooked bacon.
Cook
High Setting: Cover the crock pot and cook for 3 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure the cream cheese melts and incorporates fully.
Low Setting: Cover the crock pot and cook for 6-7 hours, stirring occasionally.
Season To Taste
Once the soup is cooked, taste it and add salt and pepper as needed. Stir well to distribute the seasoning.
Serve and Top
Ladle soup into bowls and let everyone customize their own bowl with optional toppings like more shredded cheese, green onions, bacon bits, and a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
Pair this comfort food soup with warm crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.