This cozy broccoli cheddar chicken rice soup is a high-protein, winter-comfort dish that combines tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and creamy cheddar cheese. It’s perfect for warming up on chilly days and is sure to satisfy your hunger.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be made in one pot, making cleanup a breeze. You can easily adjust the ingredients to suit your taste or dietary needs.

Hearty Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Rice Soup

This soup features chunks of chicken, fresh broccoli, and rice simmered in a creamy cheddar broth. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 1 cup broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
• 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk or heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Sauté Chicken: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
2. Cook Aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the broccoli florets and cook for about 5 minutes until tender.
4. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the cooked rice, cooked chicken, milk or cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook until the cheese is melted and the soup is heated through.
5. Season: Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste.
6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 6 bowls
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 30g