Description
This Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it comfort food! Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with vegetables, it’s a cozy, nourishing bowl perfect for weeknight dinners or make-ahead lunches. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy a warm, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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6 cups broccoli florets (from 2 heads)
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1 cup chopped onion
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1 cup shredded carrots
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2 oz cream cheese
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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⅓ cup cornstarch
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4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
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8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
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2 cups milk
Instructions
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Load the Crockpot
Roughly chop the broccoli and place it in the bottom of the crockpot. Add the onion, shredded carrots, cream cheese, and minced garlic. -
Make the Broth Base
In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth, cornstarch, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour over the vegetables and stir to combine. -
Cook
Cover and cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours or LOW for 6–7 hours, until broccoli is tender. -
Blend (Optional)
Use an immersion blender to purée some or all of the soup to your desired consistency. -
Add Cheese and Milk
Reduce the heat to LOW. Stir in the milk and cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 30 minutes, until cheese is fully melted and soup is creamy.
Notes
Texture: Blend completely for a smooth soup or leave some chunks for added texture.
Make it Vegetarian: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Storage: Cool completely and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Add-ins: For a heartier version, add cooked, diced potatoes or a handful of cooked bacon bits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours on LOW or 2–3 hours on HIGH
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: broccoli cheddar soup, crockpot soup, slow cooker recipes, cheesy vegetable soup, easy soup recipe