Crock Pot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup
This creamy and comforting Crock Pot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is packed with wholesome ingredients and cheesy goodness! Perfect for a cozy dinner or to impress your guests. Garnish with crispy bacon bits, green onions, or extra cheese for a flavorful twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes (low) or 3 hours 20 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soups
- Method: Crock Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled and diced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Optional: crispy bacon bits, green onions, or extra cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Base:
Add the potatoes, broccoli, onion, carrots, garlic, broth, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using) to your crock pot. - Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes and broccoli are tender. - Blend the Soup:
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency. You can leave some chunks for texture or blend it completely smooth. If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer portions of the soup to a countertop blender, then return it to the crock pot. - Add Cream and Cheese:
Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. - Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with your choice of crispy bacon bits, green onions, or extra shredded cheese. Serve warm and enjoy
Notes
- For a thicker soup, reduce the broth by 1/2 cup or add a slurry of cornstarch and water before blending.
- Smoked paprika adds a subtle depth of flavor but is optional.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg