Chicken Broccoli Soup Slow Cooker Recipe
A rich and cheesy chicken broccoli slow cooker soup made easy in the crockpot with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and melty cheddar.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 12 ounce bag frozen broccoli florets
- 1 cup diced carrot
- 1 cup diced onion (fresh or frozen)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water optional, for thickening
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Place chicken, broth, cream of chicken soup, broccoli, onion, carrots, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper in a greased slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until chicken is shreddable and veggies are tender. Remove chicken and shred.
- Optional: blend the soup with a hand held blender until the desired consistency is reached.
- Whisk together warmed cream and cornstarch. Add to the pot, and cook on HIGH for 15–20 minutes.
- Add cheddar and mozzarella, stirring until melted and creamy. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot. Warm soup a little longer if needed. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve.
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Notes
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TIPS: Sharp cheddar gives the boldest flavor—don’t use pre-shredded if you want the smoothest melt. Add cheese at the very end to avoid curdling.
VARIATIONS: Swap chicken for leftover turkey or cooked ham. Stir in a handful of spinach or kale just before serving for a veggie boost. For a little kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with crusty bread, garlic toast, or in bread bowls. Pair with a simple green salad to balance the richness.
Nutrition
Calories: 541kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 40gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 1412mgPotassium: 844mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5152IUVitamin C: 55mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg
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