Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Soup Recipe
This Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for chilly days. Loaded with tender shredded chicken, fresh broccoli florets, sharp cheddar cheese, and creamy heavy cream, this slow-cooked soup offers rich flavors and a velvety texture. Easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s a perfect meal to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Dairy
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Add Ingredients: Place the shredded cooked chicken, broccoli florets, diced onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth into the crockpot. This combination forms the hearty base of the soup.
- Season: Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder evenly over the ingredients in the crockpot to build layers of savory flavor.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 6 hours or on high heat for 3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the broccoli to become tender without losing its vibrant color.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Once cooked, stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix gently until the cheese melts completely and the soup becomes rich and creamy.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately. This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a fresh green salad.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen broccoli florets for this recipe; just adjust cooking time slightly if using frozen.
- For a thicker soup, you can mix 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch with cold water and add to the crockpot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to slightly purée the soup before adding the cream and cheese.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reduce calories, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, though the texture will be less rich.
Keywords: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Soup, Crockpot Chicken Soup, Slow Cooker Soup, Cheddar Broccoli Soup, Comfort Food Soup