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Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup

A thick, creamy, cheesy potato broccoli cheddar soup made effortlessly in the crockpot. Pure cozy comfort in every bowl.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 4 cups diced potatoes
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Cheddar Finish
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups milk or half-and-half
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar shredded

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Immersion blender (optional)

Method
 

  1. Add potatoes, broccoli, onion, garlic, broth, salt, and pepper to crockpot.
  2. Cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours.
  3. Make a roux with butter and flour, add milk, then melt in cheddar.
  4. Stir cheddar cream into crockpot.
  5. Blend slightly for creaminess or leave chunky.
  6. Serve hot with extra cheese on top.

Notes

Use sharp cheddar for the best flavor. Add milk slowly to avoid lumps.