Very Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Cheese Soup
Dive into a bowl of pure comfort with this Very Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Cheese Soup, a creamy blend of hearty ingredients perfect for warming up on chilly days. Loaded with tender shredded chicken, vibrant broccoli florets, and a double punch of sharp cheddar and Parmesan, this rich and satisfying soup is a cheese lover's dream. A hint of smoked paprika adds a subtle depth of flavor, while the velvety base of chicken broth and heavy cream wraps every spoonful in luxurious indulgence. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot recipe is a breeze to prepare and makes an ideal weeknight dinner. Pair it with crusty bread or your favorite crackers for an extra comforting touch that'll have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 3 cups Cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 3 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
Instructions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whisking continuously to combine and prevent lumps.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it gently simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the cooked, shredded chicken and broccoli florets to the pot. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, until fully melted and incorporated.
Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers, and enjoy your cheesy, comforting soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.6 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 1440 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 50.7 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 612 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 469 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
