Description
This comforting Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is perfect for a cozy meal. Made with tender potatoes, fresh broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese, it simmers slowly to develop deep flavors and a creamy texture. Ideal for busy days, this easy slow cooker recipe delivers a rich, hearty soup with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups diced potatoes (about 4 medium potatoes)
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter option)
Optional Toppings
- Croutons
- Chopped green onions
- Bacon bits
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a crockpot, add diced potatoes, broccoli florets, chopped onion, minced garlic, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasonings and vegetables.
- Cook Slowly: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Blend the Soup: Using an immersion blender, blend the soup directly in the crockpot to your desired consistency. For a chunkier texture blend only half the soup, or fully blend for a smooth finish.
- Add Dairy: Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese into the blended soup. Continue stirring until the cheese melts completely and the soup becomes creamy and smooth.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with extra shredded cheddar cheese and any optional toppings like croutons, chopped green onions, or bacon bits for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use milk instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.
- Immersion blender is recommended but you can carefully transfer soup to a regular blender in batches.
- Leftover soup keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- For a vegetarian option, omit bacon bits in toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
