~ cheesy chicken broccoli soup ~

Somewhere, PA
Updated on Jan 7, 2015

What a wonderful day for this soup. So flavorful on such a cold, blustery day. My daughter just loves this soup. It won't last long, as she always takes extra to work and shares with her buddies. I hope you try it sometime...it really is good. Enjoy!

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • salt - & pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 32 ounces chicken broth
  • 1 cup each - milk & heavy cream
  • 24 - 26 ounces broccoli flourets, not stems and pieces - i use birdseye, baby flourets when can find - thawed
  • 1 cup shredded, montery jack cheese
  • 1 package ( 8 ounce ) sharp cheddar cheese - shredded
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

How To Make ~ cheesy chicken broccoli soup ~

  • Step 1
    In a dutch oven, melt butter. Salt and pepper your chicken and add to the pot, cook over medium heat until chicken starts browning and stir often. Add the onion and garlic and cook until onion becomes translucent.
  • Step 2
    Stir in the flour and cook off for about 3 - 4 minutes, stirring often.
  • Step 3
    Add the broth, milk and cream. Stirring well to combine. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes. Add the broccoli and simmer 20 minutes or until soup is thicker and broccoli is tender.
  • Step 4
    Stir in cheeses and stir until melted. Whisk in the sour cream. Simmer for another 1 - 2 minutes and taste. Adjust seasoning if desired. Ladle into serving bowls and top with a sprinkle of cheese and some cracked black pepper. ENJOY!

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Category: Cream Soups
Category: Other Soups
Keyword: #cheese
Keyword: #broccoli
Keyword: #creamy
Keyword: #main-dish
Keyword: #chicken
Keyword: #soup
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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