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High Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup

A creamy and nutritious soup packed with protein and flavor, featuring broccoli and cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Liquids
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low sodium
  • 1 cup milk or dairy-free alternative
Dairy
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus extra for garnish
Protein
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables
  1. In a large pot, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the broccoli florets and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add Liquids and Cook
  1. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
Blend the Soup
  1. Using a blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth. You can blend in batches if necessary.
Add Dairy and Protein
  1. Return the blended soup to the pot. Stir in the milk, shredded cheddar cheese, and cooked chicken. Heat over low until cheese is melted and soup is heated through.
Season and Serve
  1. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste. Serve hot, garnished with extra cheddar cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use a plant-based milk and cheese.

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