Description
Crockpot Broccoli Cheddar Soup is creamy, rich, and packed with flavor—made easily in the slow cooker with no roux or fuss. This cozy, one-pot recipe uses simple ingredients and delivers bold cheesy flavor with every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or cold-weather comfort. Try it today and make dinner the easiest part of your day!
Ingredients
24 oz chopped fresh broccoli (or frozen)
1.5 cups shredded carrots
1 yellow onion, diced
6–7 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken broth, divided
1/3 cup cornstarch
1 tbsp garlic and herb seasoning (like Mrs. Dash)
1 tsp all-purpose seasoning blend
Pinch of nutmeg
1.5–2 cups heavy cream (or half and half)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop broccoli, dice onion, shred carrots, and mince garlic.
- Add to crockpot: Place broccoli, carrots, onion, and garlic into a 4–6 quart slow cooker. Sprinkle in the garlic and herb seasoning, all-purpose blend, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Mix liquids: Pour in 3 cups of chicken broth.
- Thicken broth: In a small bowl, whisk the remaining 1 cup of broth with the cornstarch until fully dissolved. Add to the slow cooker and stir everything together.
- Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 4–5 hours, until the vegetables are tender but not overcooked.
- Add creamy goodness: Once the veggies are soft, stir in the heavy cream and freshly shredded cheddar cheese. Let everything melt together into a smooth, creamy soup.
- Season to taste: Add salt and pepper as needed, then ladle into bowls and enjoy while hot.
Notes
Freshly shredded cheddar melts best for a smooth, creamy texture.
For a vegetarian version, swap chicken broth with vegetable broth.
If using frozen broccoli, reduce cook time slightly to avoid mushiness.
Add cooked chicken or ham for extra protein.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (on HIGH) or 4–5 hours (on LOW)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American