Best 8 Low Carb Cheesy Broccoli Chowder Recipes

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Indulge in a creamy, comforting, and low-carb culinary delight with our cheesy broccoli chowder. This chowder is a symphony of flavors, featuring tender broccoli florets, gooey melted cheese, and a velvety broth infused with aromatic herbs and spices. The secret to its richness lies in the perfect balance of creamy cauliflower sauce and flavorful chicken broth, while the addition of crispy bacon and sharp cheddar cheese elevates it to a truly decadent dish.

Alongside the classic cheesy broccoli chowder, we present three additional variations to tantalize your taste buds:

1. **Keto Cheesy Broccoli Chowder:** This version is a keto-friendly delight, featuring a luscious broth made from scratch with chicken bones and a variety of vegetables. It's a delightful blend of flavors and textures, showcasing the natural goodness of the ingredients.

2. **Whole30 Cheesy Broccoli Chowder:** For those following a Whole30 lifestyle, this chowder is a nutritious and satisfying choice. With a creamy base made from almond milk and cashews, and a medley of flavorful vegetables, it offers a guilt-free indulgence that nourishes the body and soul.

3. **Vegan Cheesy Broccoli Chowder:** This plant-based chowder is a testament to the versatility of vegetables. With creamy coconut milk as its base, a variety of wholesome vegetables, and a delightful blend of spices, it's a hearty and flavorful dish that caters to vegan preferences while delivering a satisfying meal experience.

Whether you're craving a comforting classic or seeking a healthier alternative, our collection of cheesy broccoli chowder recipes has something for everyone. Embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the goodness of fresh ingredients and indulge in a creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly delicious bowl of chowder.

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EASY BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP RECIPE - 5 INGREDIENTS



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How to make the best broccoli cheddar soup in 20 minutes! This easy, low carb broccoli cheese soup recipe is healthy, CHEESY, 5 ingredients, & gluten-free.

Provided by Maya | Wholesome Yum

Categories     Main Course     Soup

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups Broccoli ((cut into florets))
4 cloves Garlic ((minced))
3 1/2 cups Chicken broth, reduced sodium
1 cup Heavy cream
3 cups Cheddar cheese ((pre-shredded - see notes))

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, saute garlic for one minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and chopped broccoli. Increase heat to bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-20 minutes, until broccoli is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 377 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LOW CARB BROCCOLI CHEESE SOUP



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This Broccoli Cheese Soup recipe is an effortlessly easy take on a classic and satisfying soup. A few shortcuts make this low carb soup crazy easy!

Provided by URVASHI PITRE

Categories     Appetizers     Main Courses     Soups

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup Onion (onion)
4 garlic cloves (sliced)
4 cups broccoli florets (frozen or fresh (no need to thaw))
3 cups low sodium chicken broth (or vegetable or bone broth)
1/2 cup Heavy Cream
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 ounces Cream Cheese (diced)
1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
2-3 dashes Louisiana Hot Sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • In a 3-quart pot on medium heat, melt the butter. Add onions and garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Add broccoli, chicken broth, and pepper, and cook until the broccoli is tender (about 8-10 minutes).
  • Turn the heat down to low. Use an immersion blender to purée half the broccoli, or just mash with the back of a spoon until half the broccoli is crushed.
  • Turn up the heat to medium, add in cream cheese and stir to melt the cream cheese into the soup.
  • When the soup boils, turn down the heat, and in a slow steady stream, add the heavy cream.
  • Add in cheddar cheese a handful at a time to keep the cheese from clumping. Stir until the cheese has melted.
  • Add hot sauce, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 19 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, Cholesterol 123 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LOW-CARB BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP



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We left out the cream but made sure to add plenty of cheese in this low-carb version of the classic.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 strips thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 pounds broccoli (about 4 heads), separated into florets and stems (about 15 cups total)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large white onion, diced (about 2 cups)
1 teaspoon Hungarian smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar (8 ounces), plus more for topping
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese (4 ounces), plus more for topping
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
Pinch cayenne pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a paper towels-lined plate with a slotted spoon; set aside to drain.
  • Add the broccoli stems, garlic and onion to the drippings in the pot and cook until slightly softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the paprika and crushed red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until incorporated.
  • Add the broccoli florets, chicken broth and 2 cups water. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until thickened and the broccoli stems and florets are cooked through, about 25 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until creamy. If using a stand blender, work in batches, transferring the soup to the blender and pureeing until smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids); return the soup to the pot.
  • Return the soup to medium-low heat and whisk in the Cheddar and Monterey Jack until smooth and thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with the vinegar, cayenne and some salt and pepper. Divide among bowls and sprinkle with the bacon and extra Cheddar and Monterey Jack.

LOW CARB CHEESY BROCCOLI CHOWDER



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Make and share this Low Carb Cheesy Broccoli Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mercy

Categories     Chowders

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 bunch fresh broccoli
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup cooked cubed ham
1/4 cup butter
2 cups swiss cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Clean broccoli and cut into bite-size pieces.
  • Place in 4-quart pan with chicken broth.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and cook another 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add cream, ham, salt, pepper, cheese and butter.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes, adding 1/2 to 1 cup water if it seems too thick.

EASY LOW-CARB KETO BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP



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This easy, low-carb, keto-friendly broccoli cheddar soup is so tasty and ideal for those winter nights that we all need some comfort food!

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ cups vegetable broth
3 cups chopped broccoli
1 cup heavy whipping cream
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 slices bacon, chopped and cooked
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook garlic until tender, about 2 minutes. Add vegetable broth, heavy cream, and broccoli. Bring to a boil; simmer until broccoli is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Add Cheddar cheese gradually, stirring constantly, until completely melted. Stir in bacon pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.3 g, Cholesterol 115.5 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 21.5 g, Sodium 603 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

BROCCOLI-CHEESE CHOWDER



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This satisfying remake of broccoli chowder benefits from the creamy texture of cooked potatoes and smooth, tangy reduced-fat sour cream instead of getting its richness from as much as a cup each of cream and cheese. Not only is the flavor vibrant, but a single serving gives you over half of the daily recommendation for vitamin C.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Broccoli Recipes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 large carrot, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 large potato, peeled and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon dry mustard
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 14-ounce cans vegetable broth, or reduced-sodium chicken broth
8 ounces broccoli crowns, (see Ingredient Note), cut into 1-inch pieces, stems and florets separated
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
½ cup reduced-fat sour cream
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot and celery; cook, stirring often, until the onion and celery soften, 5 to 6 minutes. Add potato and garlic; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Stir in flour, dry mustard and cayenne; cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes.
  • Add broth and broccoli stems; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Stir in florets; simmer, covered, until the broccoli is tender, about 10 minutes more. Transfer 2 cups of the chowder to a bowl and mash; return to the pan.
  • Stir in Cheddar and sour cream; cook over medium heat, stirring, until the cheese is melted and the chowder is heated through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.1 calories, Carbohydrate 22.9 g, Cholesterol 21.3 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 623 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

GOLDEN CHEESE/BROCCOLI CHOWDER



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This chowder is a wonderful warmer-upper on a rainy afternoon. For a quick and delicious variation, spoon chowder into a split baked potato! I like all types of cooking, especially baking pies. I'm a volunteer at our local hospital. When at home, I enjoy reading, biking and hiking.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups water
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 pound fresh broccoli, chopped
CHEESE SAUCE:
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
4 cups milk
Hot pepper sauce, optional
1 pound cubed Velveeta or 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham

Steps:

  • In large saucepan, combine the water, carrots, celery and onion. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add broccoli; cook, uncovered, until broccoli is crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, melt butter in large saucepan; stir in the flour, salt and pepper and milk until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Add pepper sauce if desired. Stir in the cheese; cook and stir until melted. Add the ham and undrained vegetables; stir until blended.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEESY BROCCOLI CHOWDER



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Make and share this Cheesy Broccoli Chowder recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mmlwjr

Categories     Chowders

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrot
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups water
4 cups coarsley chopped broccoli
2 cups milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Melt margarine in a saucepan, add onion, celery & carrot,cook until softened, about 3 min.
  • Add flour & mustard, cook stirring for a minute or two.
  • 'Stir in broth & broccoli, bring to a boil.
  • Simmer covered, stirring occasionally until broccoli & veggies are tender, about 10 min.
  • Place broccoli mixture in a blender & process until smooth.
  • Return to pan & stir in milk.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Add cheese, stir just until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.6, Fat 30.1, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 76.4, Sodium 909, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 24

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. Besides broccoli, you can also add other low-carb vegetables like cauliflower, zucchini, and celery.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese. Cheese is what gives this chowder its rich and creamy flavor. Feel free to use your favorite type of cheese, but cheddar, Parmesan, and Gruyère are all good choices.
  • Make it a meal. Serve this chowder with a side of salad or bread for a complete meal.
  • Store leftovers properly. This chowder will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

This low-carb cheesy broccoli chowder is a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a low-carb soup recipe, give this one a try.

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