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Creamy Broccoli Soup

Creamy Broccoli Soup is a rich, comforting soup made with tender broccoli, onions, garlic, chicken, and a velvety cream base. It's easy to prepare, family-friendly, and perfect for cozy lunches or dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Dinner, lunch, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 lb Chicken tenders, breasts, or thighs, cut into cubes
  • 4 Tbsp Butter
  • 1 Small Onion, finely diced
  • 2 Carrots, chopped
  • 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
  • 4 Cups Chicken broth
  • 3 Medium Yellow potatoes, peeled and diced into cubes
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 1 Head Broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 1/4 Cup Flour
  • 3 Cups Milk
  • 1/2 Cup Heavy whipping cream

Equipment

  • 1 Dutch oven pot

Method
 

  1. Cook the Chicken: Add olive oil to a large Dutch oven pot and saute the cubed chicken until almost cooked through. No more than 4 minutes. The chicken will continue cooking with the rest of the ingredients.
  2. Saute the Aromatics: Meld the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and carrots and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Add the Broth: Add the chicken broth to the dutch oven, potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring everything to a light boil.
  4. Cook: Cook on low for 10 minutes. Add small broccoli florets and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Make the Cream: In a small bowl, whisk together flour, heavy whipping cream, and milk. Stir the liquid into the soup. Turn the heat down to low and let the soup thicken up. Avoid boiling after adding the cream to prevent curdling.
  6. Serve: Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve and enjoy!