Easy Broccoli Cheese Soup made in the Crock Pot! This easy soup tastes great and is the perfect comfort food.
Crock Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
We talked a bit ago about how I have been making meals for John's Grandmother. This week I brought her this Crock Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup and she loved it.
We love cooking for our loved ones and try to work in veggies as much as possible into hearty, nutritious meals they will love. This soup just seems perfect for fall! Hot, cheesy, yummy goodness that is easy to make.
One thing about this CrockPot soup is that your house smells like broccoli while cooking. Not a big deal if you like broccoli but just something to be aware of.
I walked back into the house after running to the store, and the smell hit me as soon as I opened the door. I had to laugh because our house smelled like broccoli and pumpkin since I had been baking all day when I made this.
It was an exciting scent combination and a small price to pay for how fantastic the recipes turned out.
There is nothing like a bowl of hot soup on a cold night. Especially one that takes so little prep time.
Ingredients
Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients needed to make an epic Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.
- Butter
- Onion
- Broccoli Florets
- Chicken Broth or Veggie Broth
- Evaporated Milk
- Pepper
- Velveeta Cheese
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Parmesan Cheese
Optional add ins - diced carrots, salt, garlic
Equipment Needed
- Skillet
- Kitchen Spoon/ Whisk
- CrockPot
Preparation and Storage
Make Ahead: Our CrockPot Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a make-ahead-friendly recipe; leftovers will keep in the fridge for up to five days.
Storage: Always refrigerate your leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Freezing/How to Freeze: Transfer any freezer-bound leftovers to an airtight, freezer-safe container, and enjoy them within three months.
How to Reheat: Thaw your leftovers in the fridge, then reheat them using your microwave, stovetop, or CrockPot, depending on how many portions you need to prepare.
Recipe Variations
Substitutions: We use cubed Velveeta for the unique flavor and color it imparts on the soup, but you can swap this for another similar cheese if you prefer to stick to non-processed ingredients.
You can also use frozen broccoli if you don’t have fresh broccoli.
Cheese - You can use any type of shredded cheese. Sharp Cheddar Cheese tastes great.
Vegetarian Option: Our CrockPot Broccoli Cheese Soup is vegetarian if you replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth.
Vegan Option: In addition to the guidance for vegetarians, vegans will want to replace the evaporated milk, butter, Velveeta, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese with plant-based substitutes.
Gluten-Free: The ingredients in this recipe typically don’t contain gluten. However, check each label if you are highly sensitive.
Alcohol-Free Option: We don’t use alcohol in our soup. However, add beer to your batch to make Broccoli Beer Cheese Soup!
Smaller Serving Size + Larger Group/More Servings: The written recipe makes six servings. Scale it up or down to your desired yield, keeping in mind that you may need to work in batches if you scale up.
Make it Spicy: Cayenne, smoked paprika, and hot sauce are fantastic additions for a spicier version of this soup.
Sugar-Free: This recipe contains 11 grams of sugar per serving. The components of this recipe don’t typically have a large amount of sugar, so use ingredients with the lowest sugar content possible if this is a dietary concern.
Tips for the Best CrockPot Broccoli Cheese Soup
- Prepare the recipe as written if you don’t mind a chunky soup. However, you can blend your soup with an immersion blender for a smooth consistency.
What to Serve with CrockPot Broccoli Cheese Soup
From the classic soup and salad combo to a dinnertime appetizer, there are many yummy ways to enjoy this CrockPot Broccoli Cheese Soup! Here are some menu planning suggestions.
Sides: Black-Eyed Pea Salad, Kidney Bean Salad, Hawaiian Mac Salad, Pear Salad, 7-Layer Salad, Big Mac Salad, Greek Cucumber Salad, Easy Watermelon Salad, Orzo Pasta Salad with Bacon & Parmesan Vinaigrette, Broccoli Slaw, Kale & Apple Salad
Main Dishes: CrockPot French Dip Sandwich, Sloppy Joe Grilled Cheese, Funeral Sandwiches, CrockPot Bourbon Barbecue Beef, Cuban Pulled Pork Sandwich, CrockPot Bacon Ranch Chicken, Swedish Meatballs, Crab Rolls, CrockPot Buffalo Ranch Chicken
Desserts: Ambrosia Salad, Grape Salad, Orange Dreamsicle Salad, Mandarin Orange Jello Salad, Strawberry Fluff Salad, Apple & Snickers Salad
When to Serve
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Anytime you want a cozy, comforting, and cheesy soup!
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Crock Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoon Butter
- 1 small onion chopped
- 3 cups broccoli chopped
- 4 cups Chicken Broth reduced sodium if possible
- 1 12 oz Evaporated Milk
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 8 oz velveeta cheese cubed
- 1 ½ cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Heat butter in a skillet, add in onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender, add to crock pot
- Add in broccoli, chicken broth, milk and pepper
- Cook on low for 3-4 hours until broccoli is tender
- Stir in velveeta until melted, add in cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese, stir until melted
- Serve topped with extra cheddar cheese
Kitchen Tools
- Slow cooker
Nutrition
Recipe originally shared on November 9, 2015. Updated October 2020
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