Best 6 Creamy Chicken And Broccoli Soup Recipes

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Craving a comforting and indulgent dish? Look no further than creamy chicken and broccoli soup! This classic soup is a delightful blend of tender chicken, crisp broccoli florets, and a velvety, flavorful broth that warms the soul and tantalizes the taste buds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy meal on a busy weeknight or a cozy dish to savor on a chilly day, this versatile soup is sure to hit the spot. With its creamy texture, savory flavors, and nutritious ingredients, creamy chicken and broccoli soup is a must-try recipe that will soon become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY BROCCOLI-CHICKEN SOUP



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Dinner's on the table in less than 30 minutes with this creamy, hearty chicken and broccoli soup.

Provided by Tyson Chicken

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Tyson® Grilled & Ready®

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups small broccoli florets
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
½ cup shredded carrot
¼ cup chopped onion
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon dried basil, crushed
¼ teaspoon black pepper
3 cups milk
1 cup half-and-half or light cream
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ teaspoons instant chicken bouillon granules
2 (6 ounce) packages Tyson® Grilled & Ready® Refrigerated Diced Chicken Breast

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven cook and stir broccoli, mushrooms, carrot, and onion in hot butter 6-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in flour, basil, and pepper. Add milk and half-and-half all at once; add Worcestershire sauce and bouillon granules. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Add Grilled & Ready® Diced Chicken; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 139 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 36.9 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 426.7 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

CREAMY CHICKEN & BROCCOLI STEW



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Shh! Don't tell anyone! This recipe is so simple, but you'd never know it. My husband, who normally doesn't like chicken, asks for this dish regularly. -Mary Watkins, Little Elm, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 bone-in chicken thighs, skinned (about 3 pounds)
1 cup Italian salad dressing
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2 pounds red potatoes, quartered

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker. Combine the salad dressing, wine, 4 tablespoons butter, onion, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl; pour over chicken., Cover and cook on low for 5 hours. Skim fat. Remove chicken from slow cooker with slotted spoon; shred chicken with 2 forks and return to slow cooker. Combine the soup, cream cheese and 2 cups of liquid from slow cooker in a small bowl until blended; add to slow cooker. Cover and cook 45 minutes longer or until chicken is tender, adding the broccoli during the last 30 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to pan. Mash potatoes with the remaining butter, salt and pepper. , Serve chicken and broccoli mixture with potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572 calories, Fat 36g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 1126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CREAMY BROCCOLI SOUP



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A quick, creamy, hearty soup.

Provided by Marge

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Broccoli Soup

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chicken broth
2 ½ cups fresh broccoli
¼ cup chopped onion
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil. Add broccoli and onion. Cook for five minutes, or until broccoli is tender.
  • In a separate bowl, slowly add milk to flour, and mix until well blended.
  • Stir flour mixture into broth mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until soup is thick and bubbly. Add cheese if desired; stir until melted. Add seasonings and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.8 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 10.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 480.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI



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My gang likes the taste of chicken cordon bleu, but I don't like the time required to make it. This skillet sensation, with the addition of broccoli, gives my family the flavors they crave with only a fraction of the work.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
4 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed
3 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Hot cooked pasta or rice
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute chicken and onion in butter until meat is no longer pink. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the soup, mayonnaise, sour cream, wine or broth, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add to the chicken mixture. , Stir in the ham, broccoli and bacon; cover and cook until heated through. Serve with pasta; sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

CREAMY CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI SOUP



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Make and share this Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 shallot, minced
2 cups broccoli, cut into small florets
1/2 cup butter
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup cream, heated
1 cup half-and-half
1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped
salt
pepper
parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a soup pot, bring broth to a boil over med-high heat.
  • In a skillet; heat oil over med-high heat; saute shallot and broccoli 3 minutes.
  • Add to broth; decrease heat to medium.
  • Melt butter in skillet over medium heat.
  • Add flour; stir until mixture forms a paste.
  • When roux begins to bubble, stir in hot cream; whisk until smooth.
  • Add cream mixture to broth along with half-and-half and chicken.
  • Simmer, without boiling, 10 minutes.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove from heat and serve with grated Parmesan cheese over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.1, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 21.9, Cholesterol 119.4, Sodium 938.9, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.4, Protein 15.4

CREAMY CHICKEN & BROCCOLI



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This can be made with other veggies instead of broccoli, Our son doesn't like broccoli, for him I make with pea pods or carrots.

Provided by Lali8752

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
1 can chicken broth
0.75 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, diced or strips
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 lb bow tie pasta, cooked

Steps:

  • Melt butter and add chicken, cook till done.
  • Remove chicken from pan.
  • add broth, broccoli, red pepper, garlic& pepper.
  • Cook till tender, add chicken.
  • Cook additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Add cooked bowties and cook another 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in cream cheese till melted.
  • Serve.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and make the cooking process more efficient.
  • Choose the Right Chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for this soup. If you use chicken breasts, be sure to pound them thin so they cook evenly.
  • Cook the Chicken Properly: Cook the chicken until it is no longer pink in the center. You can do this by boiling, poaching, or grilling the chicken.
  • Use Fresh Vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your soup the best flavor. If you can, use organic vegetables whenever possible.
  • Don't Overcook the Vegetables: Overcooked vegetables will lose their flavor and texture. Cook them just until they are tender-crisp.
  • Use a Good Quality Broth: The broth is the base of your soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and made with real ingredients.
  • Season to Taste: Season your soup to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or dried thyme.
  • Let the Soup Simmer: Let the soup simmer for at least 30 minutes so that the flavors can meld together.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Toppings: Serve the soup with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, croutons, or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Creamy chicken and broccoli soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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