Description
Crockpot Broccoli and Cheddar Soup is a creamy, comforting slow cooker soup packed with tender broccoli, rich cheddar cheese, and a velvety base. Perfect for an easy, cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups milk or half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
Instructions
- Add broccoli, onion, garlic, chicken broth, and carrots to the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours until vegetables are tender.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Pour the mixture into the crockpot and stir to combine.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if desired.
- For a smoother soup, blend partially before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese. You can substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: crockpot broccoli cheddar soup, slow cooker soup, creamy broccoli soup, comfort food