Description
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with hearty goodness, this Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the perfect all-season comfort dish. Packed with protein-rich chicken, tender broccoli, and melty cheddar, it’s a one-pot wonder that’s easy to make and irresistibly satisfying.
Ingredients
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
3 cups broccoli florets, chopped
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: pinch of nutmeg or red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Sauté Veggies: Melt butter & oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery (5–7 mins). Add garlic.
- Make a Roux: Sprinkle in flour, stir constantly for 2 mins to thicken.
- Add Broth: Slowly pour in chicken broth, whisk until smooth. Simmer 10 mins.
- Add Chicken & Broccoli: Stir in cooked chicken and chopped broccoli. Simmer 10–12 mins.
- Make It Creamy: Add milk and cream. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season & Serve: Add salt, pepper, and optional spices. Serve hot with bread!
Notes
- For best texture, use freshly grated cheddar cheese rather than pre-shredded.
- Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver and adds a flavor boost.
- If the soup thickens too much after cooling, add a splash of broth or milk when reheating.
- To make it gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour or cornstarch slurry in place of all-purpose flour.
- This soup can be blended partially for a smoother texture if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soups & Stews
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg