Description
This Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender broccoli, a creamy base, and rich cheddar cheese. It’s an easy, slow-cooked dish that’s perfect for a cozy meal. Simply toss in the ingredients and let the slow cooker do the work—deliciously smooth and cheesy in just a few hours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups broccoli florets (from 2 heads)
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Roughly chop the broccoli florets and place them in the bottom of the crockpot. Add the chopped onion, shredded carrots, cream cheese, and minced garlic.
- Mix the Broth: In a large bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the broth mixture over the vegetables in the crockpot and stir to combine. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2-3 hours or on LOW for 6-7 hours, until the broccoli is tender.
- Blend the Soup: For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to blend the soup, leaving some chunks if preferred.
- Add the Creamy Ingredients: Reduce the heat to LOW, then stir in the milk and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the cheese has melted completely.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can add more cheese for extra richness or adjust the seasoning to taste.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend more of the broccoli.
- This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be reheated on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours on HIGH or 6-7 hours on LOW
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Crockpot Soup, Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Slow Cooker Soup, Easy Soup Recipe, Cheddar Soup