Description
A rich and creamy Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup packed with hearty potatoes, nutritious broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese. This easy slow cooker recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
- 3 cups broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Peel and dice the potatoes, chop the broccoli into florets, and dice the onion.
- Mince the garlic and set aside.
- Load the Crockpot:
- Add potatoes, broccoli, onion, and garlic to the crockpot.
- Pour in the broth and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the potatoes are tender.
- Make the Cheese Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheese.
- Blend and Combine:
- Use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired consistency (chunky or smooth).
- Stir in the cheese sauce and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Cook for another 10-15 minutes on low until heated through.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with extra cheese, croutons, or crispy bacon.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or a fresh green salad.
Notes
- Gluten-Free: Use cornstarch instead of flour to thicken.
- Lighter Version: Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and reduce the cheese amount.
- Extra Protein: Add diced cooked chicken or crispy bacon.
- Spicy Twist: Stir in cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.
- More Veggies: Add carrots or cauliflower for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crockpot potato broccoli cheddar soup, slow cooker soup, cheesy potato soup, easy broccoli cheddar soup, comfort food soup