By Broccoli & Cheese Soup Slow Cooker is a comfort-food classic made simpler for home cooks. With everyday ingredients and reliable technique, it delivers big flavor with little effort.
Broccoli & Cheese Soup Slow Cooker captures the essence of meals|chicken while staying approachable for everyday cooking. The method focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal steps, using common pantry items and fresh ingredients. From the first bite you’ll notice a balance of texture and taste that feels both familiar and exciting. To build depth, we combine proper seasoning with simple techniques: gentle heat for aromatics, accurate measurements, and attention to doneness. Small details—like resting time or layering ingredients—make a noticeable difference in the final dish. This recipe is designed to be flexible. You can swap in seasonal produce, adjust spices to match your preferences, or adapt the base to suit dietary needs. The goal is to keep the spirit of the dish while letting you tailor it to your kitchen. Serving ideas are wide open: pair with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, warm bread, or your favorite grains. Leftovers store well and often taste even better the next day as flavors settle. That makes the recipe suitable for meal prep and busy schedules. For best results, read the steps once before you start, assemble ingredients, and cook with confidence. Taste as you go, and don’t be afraid to adjust seasoning. With these principles, Broccoli & Cheese Soup Slow Cooker becomes a reliable addition to your rotation—crowd-pleasing, practical, and full of flavor.
INGREDIENTS
5 cups chopped broccoli florets about 16 ounces
1 cup grated carrots, you can grate yourself or use bagged, pre-cut julienne carrots
1 medium yellow onion finely diced
3
cloves garlic minced
2 ounces reduced fat cream cheese do not use fat free
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 1/2 cups reduced sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 can 2% evaporated milk (12 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated* (1 block)
How To Make Broccoli & Cheese Soup Slow Cooker
Place the broccoli, carrots, onion, and garlic in the bottom of 5-to-6-quart slow cooker. Top with the cream cheese, oregano, nutmeg, and chicken broth. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4-6 hours, until the broccoli is tender.
Remove the lid and stir in the evaporated milk. With an immersion blender, puree about 3/4 of the soup, so that it is mostly smooth but still has a few chunks of broccoli remaining. Alternatively, you can puree the soup in 1 cup-sized batches in a food processor or blender. (Be careful—it’s hot and prone to splatter!)
Recover the soup and let cook on low for 10 minutes until warmed through. Stir the salt, pepper, and grated cheese. Taste and add additional salt and pepper as desired. Recover and cook on high until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is hot, about 5 additional minutes. Serve warm.
PREPARATION STEPS
1 can 2% evaporated milk (12 ounces)
How To Make Broccoli & Cheese Soup Slow Cooker
Place the broccoli, carrots, onion, and garlic in the bottom of 5-to-6-quart slow cooker
Top with the cream cheese, oregano, nutmeg, and chicken broth
Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients
Cover and cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4-6 hours, until the broccoli is tender.
Recover the soup and let cook on low for 10 minutes until warmed through
Stir the salt, pepper, and grated cheese
Taste and add additional salt and pepper as desired
Recover and cook on high until the cheese is fully melted and the soup is hot, about 5 additional minutes
Serve warm.
ORIGIN STORY
Home-style cooking inspired by classic flavors and modern, reliable methods.
META INFOS
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 20 min | Total: 35 min | Servings: 4 | Calories: ~350 kcal | Difficulty: Easy
BENEFITS
Balanced flavor with approachable prep. Nutrition-friendly options and make-ahead friendly for busy schedules.
OCCASIONS
Weeknight dinners; Family gatherings; Potlucks; Holidays; Picnics; Meal prep
VARIATIONS
Swap seasonal produce; Adjust spices; Offer gluten-free or low-carb options where suitable; Try alternative proteins.
PAIRING
Green salad; Roasted vegetables; Rice or bread
STORAGE
Refrigerate in airtight container 2–4 days; freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.
TIPS
Measure accurately; Preheat pans/oven; Avoid overcooking; Taste and adjust seasoning; Rest before slicing when needed.
