Best 8 Easy Cheesy Broccoli Potato Soup Recipes

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Comforting and creamy, cheesy broccoli potato soup is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. This classic soup combines tender potatoes, broccoli florets, melty cheese, and a creamy broth for a satisfying meal. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a cozy dish to serve at your next gathering, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. Our recipe features simple, wholesome ingredients and step-by-step instructions that make it easy for home cooks of all skill levels to prepare. Additionally, we've included variations and serving suggestions to customize the soup to your liking. So grab your ingredients and let's get cooking! In this article, you'll find not just the classic cheesy broccoli potato soup recipe but also exciting variations that add a unique twist to this timeless dish. From a creamy vegan version to a spicy Mexican-inspired soup, we've got something for every taste preference. Get ready to explore a world of flavors and discover your new favorite soup!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEDDAR BROCCOLI POTATO SOUP



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This Cheddar Broccoli Potato Soup is creamy, comforting and utterly delicious. It's sure to please even the fussiest of eaters. Grab a bowl a get cozy!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 1/2 Tbsp butter (, divided)
1 1/3 cups chopped carrots ((about 3))
1 cup chopped celery ((2 stalks))
1 cup chopped yellow onion ((1 small))
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 1/2 cups peeled and cubed russet potatoes (, cut 1/2-inch to 3/4-inch thick (2 large))
3 cups chopped broccoli florets ((from about 2 heads))
1/4 tsp dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 Tbsp all-purpose flour
3 cups milk ((preferably 1% or 2%))
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese ((8 oz))
1/3 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese ((1 oz))

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, melt 1 1/2 Tbsp of the butter. Add carrots, celery and onion and saute 3 - 4 minutes. Add garlic and saute 30 seconds longer.
  • Stir in chicken broth, potatoes and thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium, cover with lid and cook 15 minutes. Stir in broccoli and cook 5 minutes longer or until veggies are tender.
  • Meanwhile, melt remaining 4 Tbsp butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook, whisking constantly 1 minute. While whisking vigorously, slowly pour in milk (whisk well until no lumps remain).
  • Cook stirring constantly until mixture begins to thicken, stir in heavy cream. Remove from heat and once all veggies are tender pour into the soup and stir. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar and parmesan cheese until melted. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Sodium 568 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BROCCOLI CHEESE AND POTATO SOUP



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This creamy and cheesy potato soup with broccoli comes together quickly for a crowd-pleasing weeknight meal that everyone will love.

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Soup

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1 medium yellow onion (, chopped)
3 large white potatoes (, cubed, about 4 cups)
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
6 cups broccoli florets*
3 cups whole milk
3 cups shredded medium cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, until softened, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the cubed potatoes, chicken broth and the kosher salt and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a rolling simmer and cook the potatoes for about 8 minutes or until soft and easily pierced with a fork. Whiz the potatoes and broth with an immersion blender to the consistency you desire (I like to leave some chunks of potato), or mash with a potato masher.
  • Add the broccoli florets and the milk and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, cooking for 5-7 minutes or until the broccoli is al denté.
  • Toss the cheese with the flour and add to the soup 1 cup at a time, stirring until melted before adding the next batch of cheese. Season with black pepper and more salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Sodium 922 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

POTATO BROCCOLI SOUP



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This filling & flavorful Potato Broccoli Soup is the perfect meatless meal for lunch or dinner!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner     Lunch     Side Dish     Soup

Time 37m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion (diced)
1 rib celery (diced)
1 clove garlic (minced)
16 ounces baking potatoes (peeled and diced, about 2 medium potatoes )
3 cups chicken broth
3 cups broccoli florets
salt & pepper ( to taste)
½ cup heavy cream
⅓ cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (fresh)

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion & celery. Cook until softened, 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add potatoes and chicken broth. Cover and simmer 8 minutes.
  • Add broccoli and cook until softened, about 5-6 minutes.
  • Remove 1 cup of broccoli and potatoes and slightly chop. Set aside.
  • Using a hand blender, blend remaining soup in the pot until smooth. Add cream and simmer 1 minute. Stir in reserved broccoli, potatoes, and cheeses.
  • Garnish with additional cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.25 cup, Calories 306 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 817 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g

BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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This is a great, very flavorful soup. Good for serving at luncheons or special gatherings with a quiche. To make this soup a little fancier, add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and 1 cup white wine with the onions.

Provided by Karin Christian

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Broccoli Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter
1 onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (1 pound) loaf processed cheese food, cubed
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon garlic powder
⅔ cup cornstarch
1 cup water

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter until softened. Stir in broccoli, and cover with chicken broth. Simmer until broccoli is tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat, and stir in cheese cubes until melted. Mix in milk and garlic powder.
  • In a small bowl, stir cornstarch into water until dissolved. Stir into soup; cook, stirring frequently, until thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 56.5 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1136.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

BROCCOLI & POTATO SOUP



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If I don't have frozen broccoli on hand, I like to use frozen spinach or chopped carrots and celery instead. -Mary Price, Youngstown, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
Dash pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups frozen broccoli florets
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in broccoli; return to a boil., In a small bowl, whisk flour and milk until smooth; stir into soup. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; cool slightly., Process in batches in a blender until smooth. Return to pan; heat through. Sprinkle servings with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 636mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY CHEESY BROCCOLI POTATO SOUP



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Make and share this Easy Cheesy Broccoli Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grammyof3

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 17m

Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

32 ounces low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 cups fresh broccoli, chopped
1 cup instant potato flakes
1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup skim milk
2 tablespoons sweet unsalted butter
1/2 cup chopped celery (optional)

Steps:

  • Place broth, onions, and broccoli in a pan and simmer 8-10 minutes. You should still see small chunks of broccoli floating in it.
  • Add milk and stir in potato flakes.
  • Stir in butter and cheese. Heat 2-3 more minutes. Serve with oyster crackers or saltines.
  • Adjust soup's consistency by adding milk to thin or potato flakes to thicken. If you want a saltier soup add a bouillon cube.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.3, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 30.6, Sodium 217.3, Carbohydrate 15.9, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.9, Protein 11.4

CHEESY BROCCOLI SOUP



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That's why she often serves Cheesy Broccoli Soup. "This creamy and flavorful soup goes together in a flash because it uses frozen chopped broccoli and process American cheese," she explains. Plus, it's easy to warm up if Bob works late. "He likes it so much that when he grocery shops, he always makes sure the ingredients for this soup are on the list," she reports.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon or 1/2 vegetable bouillon cube
1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup 2% milk
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Add broccoli. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain, reserving 3/4 cup liquid. , In another large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Whisk in flour until blended. Add the milk and cheese. Cook over medium-low heat until thickened and cheese is melted, stirring frequently. Stir in broccoli and reserved cooking liquid.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEESY BROCCOLI POTATO SOUP



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Make and share this Cheesy Broccoli Potato Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ShortyBond

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons butter or 4 tablespoons margarine
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup flour
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups milk
16 ounces frozen chopped broccoli
2 cups peeled diced potatoes
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan. Add onion and cook until tender.
  • Add flour; stir until blended. Gradually stir in broth. Heat until slightly thickened.
  • Add milk, broccoli and potatoes.
  • Cook on low heat about 15 minutes or until broccoli and potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in cheese and seasonings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210.7, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 36.4, Sodium 629.2, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 10.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the soup will taste. Choose fresh broccoli and potatoes, and use a good quality cheddar cheese.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Broccoli and potatoes should be cooked until they are tender but still have a slight crunch. Overcooking them will make them mushy.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality one. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water, but if you use water, you'll need to add more salt and pepper to taste.
  • Season the soup to taste: Once the soup is cooked, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for broccoli potato soup include shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, and chopped green onions.

Conclusion:

This easy cheesy broccoli potato soup is a delicious and comforting meal that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's made with simple, everyday ingredients and can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give this one a try!

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