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Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Panera Copycat)
5 from 63 votes

Broccoli Cheddar Soup (Panera Copycat)

This Broccoli Cheddar Soup replicates Panera's creamy blend of tender broccoli florets, sweet shredded carrots, and diced onion in a rich, cheesy broth. The soup is slow-cooked to soften the vegetables, then combined with a butter and flour-based creamy sauce enriched with heavy cream and sharp white cheddar cheese. The result is a thick, velvety soup with balanced savory flavors and a smooth texture.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
3 hrs 30 mins
Total Time
3 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 566 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 heads broccoli Florets Cut Into Small Pieces
  • 1 small onion diced
  • ½ cup carrot shredded
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 6 oz White Cheddar Cheese shredded

Instructions

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  1. In a 4 quart or larger slower cooker, add the chopped broccoli florets, onion, carrots, salt, pepper, garlic and pour in the chicken stock.
  2. Cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours or until the broccoli is tender or cooked to your liking.
  3. 10 Minutes before the broccoli is done cooking, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Pour in the heavy cream, cook over medium heat on stir constantly until thickened. Turn down the heat to low, add the shredded cheese and stir until completely melted. Remove the cheese mixture from the heat and set aside.
  4. Once the broccoli is cooked, pour in the cheese mixture and stir until completely incorporated. Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for another 30 minutes. • Serve and sprinkle on more shredded cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat on the stovetop or microwave.
  • You can substitute half & half or whole milk instead of heavy cream to reduce richness.
  • Fresh garlic cloves can replace garlic powder for a more pronounced garlic flavor.

Nutrition Information

Serving 6 Calories 566kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 30g (46%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 6g (30%) Trans Fat 0.2g (10%) Cholesterol 133mg (44%) Sodium 689mg (29%) Potassium 935mg (20%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 4588IU (92%) Vitamin C 183mg (203%) Calcium 362mg (36%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 566

% Daily Value*

Serving 6
Calories 566kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 30g 46%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 133mg 44%
Sodium 689mg 29%
Potassium 935mg 20%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 4588IU 92%
Vitamin C 183mg 203%
Calcium 362mg 36%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.