Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Soup
A comforting and quick soup made with tender broccoli, juicy chicken, and melty cheddar cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat until it’s bubbling and fragrant.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions become translucent and the garlic is tender (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
- Add the broccoli florets and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and heavy cream, letting the mixture come together.
- Reduce the heat to low and let everything simmer for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the cheddar cheese and stir until it melts completely.
- Season with salt and black pepper. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience. Consider blending a portion for a smoother texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg