Description
This Creamy Crockpot Cheesy Potato Broccoli Soup is the ultimate comfort food — easy to make, incredibly hearty, and rich with flavor. It’s perfect for chilly nights, lazy weekends, or whenever you need a nourishing bowl of warmth. The crockpot does most of the work, making this an ideal hands-off dinner idea. With sharp cheddar, soft potatoes, and fresh broccoli, it’s one of those easy recipes that’ll become a staple in your food ideas list. Whether you’re after a quick meal prep solution, healthy snack upgrade, or new dinner ideas — this one checks all the boxes.
Ingredients
4 large Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Peel and dice the potatoes, chop broccoli into bite-sized florets, dice onion, slice carrots, and mince garlic.
2. Add potatoes, carrots, onion, and garlic to the crockpot. Pour in the broth and stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until potatoes are tender.
4. (Optional) Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamier base.
5. Add broccoli florets during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
6. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux. Slowly add milk and cream, whisking until thickened.
7. Stir the roux into the crockpot and mix until fully incorporated.
8. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Serve hot with extra cheese, a sprinkle of pepper, or your favorite toppings.
Notes
Freshly shredded cheese is best for melting — avoid pre-shredded if possible.
If you prefer a smoother soup, blend more of the base before adding broccoli.
Always add cheese on low heat to prevent it from curdling or becoming grainy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg