The Best Broccoli Cheddar Soup With Chicken

Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 4 hrs

Ingredients

• 4 (8 ounce) cans low sodium chicken broth
• 1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup flour
• 8 tablespoons butter (i like smart balance) or 8 tablespoons butter, alternative (i like smart balance)
• 1 cup diced red onion
• 2 cups minced fresh broccoli
• 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups shredded chicken
• 12 ounces cheddar cheese
• 2 teaspoons fresh garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Recipe

• 1 saute onion and garlic with 2 tbsp butter until onion is becoming translucent.
• 2 in another pan melt remaining butter and slowly add flour to create a roue.
• 3 combine all ingredients in crock pot and simmer on high for 4 hours or until potatoes are tender.
• 4 you may need to stir often during first hour to ensure all ingredients are combined.
• 5 top with additional cheddar cheese and green onions if you like!