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brocolli and chicken soup

Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Soup

This cheesy chicken and broccoli soup is creamy and comforting, with tender chicken and crisp broccoli in a rich, velvety cheese broth. Sharp cheddar and American cheese melt in for a bold, smooth finish packed with flavor.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 onion chopped fine
  • 1¼ teaspoons table salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 6- to 8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and halved lengthwise
  • 1 pound broccoli florets cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded (2 cups)
  • 4 ounces American cheese chopped (1 cup)

Instructions

  • Melt butter and cook onion with salt and pepper until softened, about 4 minutes. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
  • Whisk in broth. Add chicken and broccoli. Simmer until chicken hits 160°F, about 10 minutes.
  • Shred chicken. Stir in cream, then whisk in cheeses until melted.
  • Return chicken to soup. Season and serve.