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.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

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

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whisking continuously to combine and prevent lumps.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream. Let it gently simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add the cooked, shredded chicken and broccoli florets to the pot. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.

Step 8

Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, until fully melted and incorporated.

Step 9

Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers, and enjoy your cheesy, comforting soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3141.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5166.3

Total Fat 364.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 217.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 1659.9mg	0%
Sodium 9186.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 370.1g	0%

Vitamin D 81.0IU	0%
Calcium 3684.5mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 3274.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.1%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 5.6%