Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Crockpot Potato Broccoli Cheddar Soup is a creamy, hearty, and comforting dish perfect for chilly days. This easy slow-cooker recipe combines tender potatoes, broccoli florets, and rich Velveeta cheese for a smooth, velvety texture. Made with simple ingredients and minimal prep, this soup is a family favorite that’s packed with flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours (high) or 6-8 hours (low)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes – 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen broccoli florets
- 4 medium Idaho potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 small yellow onion, finely sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients – Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Slice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Assemble in Crockpot – Add diced potatoes, sliced onion, minced garlic, and frozen broccoli to the crockpot. Pour in cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and chicken broth. Add butter and flour, then season with salt and pepper.
- Cook – Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours (or low for 6-8 hours) until potatoes are tender and broccoli is cooked. Stir occasionally.
- Add Cheese – In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add Velveeta cheese cubes. Stir well until melted and incorporated.
- Serve – Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with optional toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, croutons.
Notes
- Substitute Velveeta with sharp cheddar or a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack.
- Add extra vegetables like carrots or celery for more nutrients.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and cream of mushroom soup.
- To thicken soup, mix 1 tbsp flour with 2 tbsp cold water and stir in before the last 30 minutes of cooking.
