Healthy broccoli cheddar soup

This healthy broccoli cheddar soup healthy chicken broccoli soup is the perfect simple recipe for cozy winter dinners. Easy comfort food in a bowl served with crusty bread. Bay leaf, dried mixed herbs, oregano, thyme, chilli flakes. You can use any fresh or dried herbs of your choice.

I used fresh broccoli but you could use frozen broccoli too. Chicken bone broth is an excellent addition that will add even more goodness to the soup. The milk adds creaminess but is completely optional. Substitute with plant-based milk or stock. You could also use heavy cream if you wanted a richer soup. I used shredded rotisserie chicken but leftover roast chicken is also a good idea. Alternatively, poach chicken breasts in the soup until cooked through and shred.

How to make chicken and broccoli soup? Make the base: In a large pot or Dutch oven set over medium-high heat, add a few tablespoons of olive oil or butter. Start by sautéing onion, celery, carrot and chopped broccoli stalks until soft and fragrant then add garlic and seasoning. Cook the soup: Simmer until the soup has thickened slightly then add the broccoli and shredded chicken.

Allow to cook until the broccoli is tender, approximately 5-7 minutes. Serve:  Season to taste and serve with crusty bread. Allow the cooked soup to cool completely then transfer to freezer-safe containers or freezer bags. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw completely before reheating in a saucepan until hot and bubbling. Any leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stove or in the microwave. Can I make this in a slow cooker? This recipe is fantastic in a crock pot.

Cook on high for 2 hours or low for 3-4 hours. Similarly, you can make this in an Instant Pot and cook for 10 minutes on high pressure. What to serve with chicken soup: As with any soup, good crusty bread is always a delicious side dish. Dinner rolls or beer bread are great too! Add the garlic, bay leaf and herbs and sauté for another minute before adding the chicken stock, milk and cornflour mixture.

Bring to a simmer then add the broccoli florets and shredded chicken. I’m Alida, mom of twins and creator of Simply Delicious. I hope to encourage a love for cooking by creating fool-proof recipes that are easy and delicious. Updated September 27, 2021 This post may contain affiliate links. Perfect for fall, this newly updated Crock Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup From Scratch is cheesy, creamy, and dreamy but without any store-bought canned goods.

Instead, it’s packed full of fresh broccoli and cheese! My mom is visiting from New Hampshire this week and since I need to still work, I want to make sure that dinner is mostly done and easy for maximum time to visit. Perfect for fall, this Crock Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup From Scratch is cheesy, creamy, and dreamy but without any store-bought canned goods. Cheese – We prefer sharp cheddar for this but you could also use a milk cheddar.