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Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Rich, creamy broccoli cheddar soup Panera copycat recipe
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword Panera,broccoli,cheddar,soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 428kcal

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces butter (can use 2 tablespoons cooking oil)
  • ½ medium onion (diced)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 large carrot (shredded)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese (grated)
  • 2 cups half and half
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water) *this is optional if you like a thicker soup

Instructions

  • Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Allow it to get hot, and then add in your butter.
  • Once hot, add in your onions. Sauté for about 3 minutes until they are softened.
  • Add in your carrots. Sauté for about 2 minutes.
  • Add in your broccoli, chicken broth, garlic, and seasonings.
  • Close the lid on your Instant Pot. Close the sealing valve by pushing it away from you. Set for 3 minutes.
  • Once the time is completed, do a quick release by opening the sealing valve. Once the pressure has been fully released, open the lid.
  • Add in your cheese and half and half cream. Mix well until the cheese is fully melted and well incorporated.
  • If you choose to add in your slurry for a thicker soup, stir while slowly pouring in your slurry. Do this until all of your slurry is mixed in.
  • Transfer to your soup bowl and enjoy! You top with bacon or more cheese. Enjoy with a sandwich, salad, or as is! Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 1101mg | Potassium: 413mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3440IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 397mg | Iron: 1mg