Broccoli And Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe
Description
This Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter evening. It’s rich, creamy and filled with delicious vegetables. Plus, it’s made in the slow cooker, so it’s super easy to make. The soup is made with broccoli, carrots, onions, garlic and cheese, and it’s finished with a blend of herbs and spices for extra flavor. For a heartier meal, you can add cooked chicken or turkey to the soup. Serve it with crusty bread or your favorite crackers.
Prep Time
This Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare. You’ll need to chop the vegetables and measure out the ingredients, but the rest is hands off. Once the ingredients are in the slow cooker, all you need to do is turn it on and let it cook.
Cook Time
The soup cooks for 4-6 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high. You’ll know it’s done when the vegetables are tender and the cheese is melted. If you’re adding cooked chicken or turkey to the soup, be sure to add it at the end of cooking time.
Ingredients
For this Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe, you will need:
- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: cooked chicken or turkey
Instructions
To make this Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe, you will need to:
- Place the broccoli, carrots, onion, garlic, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, thyme, oregano, black pepper and salt in a slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the cheese and continue to cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- If desired, stir in cooked chicken or turkey.
- Serve with crusty bread or your favorite crackers.
Equipment
You will need a slow cooker for this Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe. You can use any size slow cooker, but a 5 or 6 quart slow cooker works best.
Notes
For a thinner soup, add more chicken broth. For a thicker soup, add more cheese. You can also use a combination of different cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack. If you don’t have Italian seasoning, you can substitute a blend of oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary.
Nutrition: Per Serving
This Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe makes 8 servings. Each serving contains:
- Calories: 229
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Sodium: 595 mg
- Fiber: 2 g
Recipe Tips
To make this Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe even easier, you can buy pre-chopped vegetables. You can also use frozen vegetables, such as broccoli florets and diced onions. If you have time, you can sauté the vegetables in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker. This will add extra flavor to the soup. To make a vegetarian version of the soup, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
This Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crock Pot Recipe is a great way to get a warm, comforting meal on the table with minimal effort. The soup is packed with flavor and it’s sure to be a hit with your family. Enjoy!
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