instant pot broccoli, ham, and cheese soup

Detroit, MI
Updated on Dec 31, 2025

Fun broccoli fact: Broccoli is a member of the cabbage family, making it a cruciferous vegetable.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Easy to make, this broccoli, ham, and cheese soup is comforting on a cool day. The Instant Pot is an easy way to quickly prepare homemade soup. Creamy, we loved the bits of broccoli and the savory chunks of ham. It's a great recipe to use any leftover ham. Sprinkle with a little extra cheese for a wonderful meal.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Pressure Cooker/Instant Pot
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups diced, cooked ham
  • 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
  • 3 tablespoons dehydrated onion flakes
  • 2 teaspoons dehydrated garlic flakes or minced garlic or garlic powder
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli flowerets
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup corn starch
  • 1/2 pound Velveeta cheese cut into cubes
  • - salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make instant pot broccoli, ham, and cheese soup

  • Select the SAUTE button on your Instant Pot.
    Step 1
    Select the SAUTE button on your Instant Pot.
  • Melt butter, add ham, garlic and onion. Saute until ham is starting to brown.
    Step 2
    Melt butter, add ham, garlic and onion. Saute until ham is starting to brown.
  • Press CANCEL on Instant Pot.
    Step 3
    Press CANCEL on Instant Pot.
  • Add broccoli and broth to Instant Pot.
    Step 4
    Add broccoli and broth to Instant Pot.
  • Cover and lock the lid; seal. HIGH pressure for 3 minutes.
    Step 5
    Cover and lock the lid. Make sure the steam releasing handle is pointing to sealing. HIGH pressure for 3 minutes.
  • When cook time is finished, use quick release and remove lid.
    Step 6
    When cook time is finished, use quick release. When pressure is released, remove lid.
  • Strain broccoli out and finely chop. Then return broccoli to the pot.
    Step 7
    Strain broccoli out and finely chop. Then return broccoli to the pot.
  • Select the SAUTE button and bring broth back to a simmer.
    Step 8
    Select the SAUTE button and bring broth back to a simmer.
  • Mix corn starch and milk together until smooth. Add milk and Velveeta to the pot.
    Step 9
    Mix corn starch and milk together until smooth. Add milk and Velveeta to the pot. Continue to stir until smooth and thickened.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
    Step 10
    Salt and pepper to taste if needed.
  • Press cancel and serve.
    Step 11
    Press CANCEL on the Instant Pot. Ladle soup into bowls and serve!

Nutrition Facts

(per serving*)
calories: 310 kcal, carbohydrates: 20 g, cholesterol: 75 mg, fat: 18 g, fiber: 2 g, protein: 19 g, saturated fat: 10 g, sodium: 1632 mg, sugar: 10 g, unsaturated fat: 7 g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is estimated.

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Keyword: #Garlic
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Keyword: #Cheese Wiz
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Collection: Soup's On!
Ingredient: Vegetable
Culture: American

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