The BEST Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup...better than Panera! | Step-by-Step Instant Pot Recipe

Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar Soup-reminiscent of Panera Bread’s broccoli cheddar soup this pressure cooker version has chopped broccoli, shredded carrots and celery simmered in a velvety smooth cheese sauce. I believe this version is just as good or better than you could order at any restaurant! Try it for dinner this week.
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Make the Instant Pot Broccoli Cheese Soup at home:
1 Tbsp butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 or 3 celery ribs, diced
2 or 3 carrots, match-stick style or grated or diced
4 cups coarsely chopped fresh broccoli florets
3 cups chicken broth (or 3 cups of water and 3 tsp of Better than Bouillon Chicken Base)
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 (8 oz) block of sharp cheddar, grated
1/2 tsp salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste
Turn your Instant Pot to the saute function (“more”) and melt the 1 Tbsp of butter. When the butter is melted add in the diced onion. Saute for 3 minutes.
Add in the celery, carrots, broccoli and chicken broth.
Cover the Instant Pot and lock the lid in place. Make sure valve is on “sealing.” Set the manual button (or pressure cook button) to 1 minute.
While the pot heats up and reaches pressure melt your 1/4 cup of butter in a glass dish in the microwave (you can also melt in a pan on the stove). Slowly whisk in the flour until a creamy mixture is formed. Set aside. If desired (to speed up the process) you can also heat up the milk at this time. Grate your cheddar and set aside.
When the timer beeps indicating the time is up on your Instant Pot let the pot sit there for 5 minutes and then move the valve to “venting.” Remove the lid when you can.
Turn the Instant Pot back to the saute function. Whisk one cup of the broth from the soup into the butter and flour mixture. Then add that whole mixture into the pot. Stir until the soup thickens. Stir in the milk, until it heats through (this is why heating it beforehand can speed up the process). Stir in the cheese, until it melts. Stir in the salt and pepper. If you want a thicker soup you can mix 2 Tbsp of cornstarch with 2 Tbsp of cold water in a small bowl and then stir the cornstarch slurry into the pot. This will produce a nice, thick soup.
Ladle into bowls and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Although I personally haven’t tried freezing this soup, I believe that it would freeze well.
Some notes about the recipe:
Better than Bouillon Chicken Base: I don’t always have a carton or can of chicken broth in my pantry but I always have Better than Bouillon in my fridge. I buy the big jars at Costco…they are so much cheaper. Then when a recipe calls for a cup of chicken broth I simply add in one cup of water and one teaspoon of the chicken base.
Broccoli: I chose to go with fresh broccoli for this recipe. You could totally go a lot heavier on the broccoli if you like to have broccoli in every bite. I just used the florets but if you like the stems you could dice them up and throw them in as well.
Carrots: I used only 2 carrots for this recipe but again, you could totally throw in a third carrots if you like to have more vegetables. I chose to cut my carrots up matchstick style which took a while but you could also just used grated carrots or diced carrots.
Sharp Cheddar: I love that sharp cheddar can bring so much more flavor to a dish than mild or medium cheddar. Don’t worry it’s not overwhelming. I used an entire 8 ounce block of cheddar. I grated my own. I don’t like to use pre-grated cheddar for soups because it has that weird powdery substance on it. What is that stuff anyway?
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[@zjparker5310]

Just made this soup OMG thank you for helping us new to instant pot cooking. Many blessings to you and yours. My family loves the soup, my first time seeing you I have you in my favorites from this day

[@harrisdave]

I made this a couple of days ago and it is honestly the best soup I've ever made. It was easy to make and reheats wonderfully in the microwave. A real keeper recipe. Thanks for sharing.

[@luckycat1997]

Made this soup the other day. SO GOOD! I added diced leftover bacon wrapped chicken breast. Thank you!

[@cybern9ne]

Mmmm bacon.

[@tahoe7779]

I've never seen broccoli soup left chunky like that. It's always pulverized with a hand blender. Can't wait to try this recipe!

[@karenbellessapeterse]

I love the chunks! But if you like a creamy consistency then blend it.

[@jenny45Bravo]

I love the chunks too! I have used frozen broccoli and it was great!

[@roro1975]

I used frozen broccoli. Cooked for two minutes. Turned out amazing.

[@patelkb1988]

How much frozen broccoli did you use?

[@Podeyn]

I made this 2 nights ago!! I got the recipe from your website. It is SOOOOOOOOO good! Definitely going to be a regular meal on our house!! 🙌

[@karenbellessapeterse]

I know! I couldn't stop eating it today!!

[@4ever5candleco49]

Currently ordering everything needed to make this recipe tonight! Looks so delish and simple!

[@robard418]

Nice !! I can't wait to try this latter.

[@brendajacobsen9599]

OMG !!! I made this tonight as i'm new to instant pot and it was so simple and soooooooooooooo DELICIOUS !!!!! Thank you so much for such a great recipe

[@thecozysloth]

Just finished making this and it tastes incredible! Thanks for sharing :)

[@SierraSadie1]

Looks soooooo good. Thanks for the tip about the milk.

[@karenbellessapeterse]

you're welcome! Enjoy!

[@izodman]

Agreed!

[@lifeisgood9175]

Easy and delicious! I did not have carrots or celery on hand, still the best broccoli cheese soup ever!

[@skythomas7008]

I made this today with my gluten free and lactose free items. It turned out well and I'll be making it again for sure. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@brandyw3686]

I just got done making this. Omgoodness it's amazing. This is my first time making it. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

[@izodman]

Simple using the Insta Pot because I own one and just in time for the cooler weather! I followed your recipe and this came out like restaurant quality! even my friends said the same thing and we all ate the entire pot and skipped the salad- it was that good! I shared your Link and im saving to my fav list as well- thank you!

[@tonyacarey4176]

So good!! thank you!!!

[@taniaflores7742]

Just made it and it's delicious!!!! I will definitely be making it again! Thank you!

[@abbyswonderworld7339]

Just made this it was amazing😋😋 thanks for the recipe🙂

[@sherylmanz7232]

Looks yummy thank you can't wait to try this recipe.

[@monkeyman522]

Made this tonight and spiked it with a lot of extra fresh broccoli and Gee Willikers is it good! My goal this year is to cook at home and not go out to eat. Thanks to you sharing these wonderful recipes I'm doing quite well eating at home. Thank you!

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[@laceytomlinson7223]

Girl I tried this tonight my goodness the BEST SOUP!!!! Thank you!

[@NubianP6]

I’m making this right now. Can’t wait to taste it!

[@ASoule-ks6yq]

This soup is right on time. My poor dad got ALL of his teeth pulled out yesterday and I was wondering what could I make him. This LOOKS SOOO GOOD!!!!

[@tahoe7779]

Use a hand blender to get the chunks out for your Dad so he can drink it through a straw. Same delicious soup, smoother texture. 😊

[@karenbellessapeterse]

This makes me so sad for him!!!!

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[@jessieschlee3473]

Made this, very yummy and so easy to make.

[@karek4635]

I just made this for my family and my twelve year old daughter said it was better than Panera (her favorite). My husband and son love it as well. I feel amazing feeding them delicious food. Thank you!

[@lindabegovich7463]

Thank you for this recipe…..

[@terrypogue]

I just bought your book snd im looking forward to it, i usually opt for kindle but i love that yours is spiral. So it will be easy to use.

[@chillytoes337]

Yep, it's edging towards the "soup time" of the year so thanks for the new recipes. WOW! That broccoli Cheddar Soup looks delish!! I will be making that as soon as fall is here! I might add a diced potato to mine too, I think that'd be great too! Thanks for sharing your recipe!

[@karenbellessapeterse]

It got just a tad bit cold this week and I jumped on the soup train!

[@dawngayle9175]

Nothing like homemade soup or stew in cold weather with warm freshly baked bread yum!😁💖

[@teresakindlesparger5431]

This soup is so delicious. My daughter makes it for me all the time I love it. But she adds a little more broccoli to it. If u never tried it before, try it you'll love it.

[@janpos9435]

Hubby & I are enjoying it at this very moment. Yummy!

[@micheleburch7878]

Excellent Soup! Thanks for sharing!

[@mike97525]

Made this last nite and it was good😃thanks👍

[@tonyacarey4176]

It’s great!!! Thank u

[@careymarks7244]

Just made this...it is verrryyyy good!!! Thanks for posting this video!!!

[@bpatterson1846]

Looks really good! I like your kitchen!

[@patpowles2129]

Looks delicious.

[@karenbellessapeterse]

It is!!

[@geraldinelucas3143]

I like Chilly Toes idea of adding the potato but this recipe looks like a keeper once fall finally arrives. We so look forward to it in the Central Valley of CA with temperatures still in the 90's. Thx for a good looking recipe.

[@karenbellessapeterse]

Oh that’s so hot still!! Give it a month

[@MarFel2009]

My family loves this recipe thank you for sharing

[@pattypeterson9296]

Excellent, thank you!

[@lululala139]

Looks so good and easy!

[@karenbellessapeterse]

it is!!

[@angelikakopek]

Where did you ever find that tiny mixer that you mixed the flour and butter together?? It is absolutely perfect for the job!

[@manjeethansra2591]

I made this delicious soup and it turned out great. Next time can I use Lactose free milk?

[@robynlutes1415]

This looks so good. Will be making this as soon as I get fresh broccoli and celery.

[@karenbellessapeterse]

You will love it!

[@adelinenicholas922]

Love my 3 quart instant pot!! Got a farberware 6 quart on order.

[@lindagailsch]

Looks amazing!!!!!

[@karenbellessapeterse]

It really is so tasty!

[@jackyc1402]

Looking forward to making this soup, as it comes into autumn, ....... it's soup time and comfort food 😋

[@karenbellessapeterse]

Yep my favorite time of year!!!!

[@semco72057]

I love the look of that soup and have to try making it myself and hope it turns out so delicious as your's.

[@karenbellessapeterse]

it will! It's so good!

[@chelseaboucher2907]

Just made this best soup ive ever made SO DELICIOUS just make sure you taste to make sure you have enough salt 😉😉

[@tonyacarey4176]

Made it today…used a head of cauliflower,carrots,onions,celery and a few pieces of broccoli …. Called it Cauliflower soup! 😉 …it’s a delicious recipe… thank u💋

[@45darkandlovely1]

Made the soup today for dinner. OMG talk about delicious 😋.

[@karenbellessapeterse]

Yay! Glad you liked it!!

[@doriskenner5411]

This looks delicious ! I will definitely try your recipe! And l will check out your other instant pot soup recipes! Thank you for sharing Karen!

[@karenbellessapeterse]

Thanks for being here Doris!

[@debralynnbailey6527]

Thank you I just got my Insta pot and looking for recipes I tried one yesterday followed somebody and it got burnt but it was still good just didn’t scrape the bottom so learning

[@angeladear9237]

I make mine on the stove but I agree, I prefer fresh veggies and sharp cheddar!

[@sumant2000]

After carrot 🥕 what u added green one .. before brocolli... Not understanding. Was it diced cucumber 🥒?

[@PoojaPatel-it7dk]

Looks amazing! Do you know how to adjust cook times if we are using frozen broccoli instead of fresh?

[@karenbellessapeterse]

Keep the same cooking time for frozen

[@PoojaPatel-it7dk]

365 Days of Slow and Pressure Cooking Perfect, can’t wait to try it! Thanks so much!

[@nancyzermeno1222]

Will substituting milk for heavy cream change the consistency or flavor in any way?

[@88KeysIdaho]

She mentioned using milk. Do you mean, will using Heavy Cream make a difference? I'm trying it with Heavy Whipping Cream now. Will let you know...

[@Lorraine24_]

I made this soup today and it is so, so good! I have a 3 quart Instantpot so I reduced the amounts accordingly. I will be making this again and again! I wonder if it would freeze well? How nice it would be to have this available on a day when I don’t feel like cooking! If anyone ever tries freezing it, please respond to this post.

[@karenbellessapeterse]

I haven't tried freezing it yet! I hope that it works. I bet it would do okay

[@Ambershah200]

How can I make this is a smaller quantity?

[@cavemantero]

Saute chicken first before the onions and garlic and add cut up red or white or both potatoes with the broccoli....and hotsauce with the seasoning for those who know.

[@tonyacarey4176]

Can I use frozen broccoli??

[@sewahem9629]

Can I make this in the 3qt IP?

[@valeriefielhauer5725]

How many servings does this make

[@joshchavez8190]

What kind of sides did you guys serve with soup

[@MACKdaddy1220]

Broccoli

[@user-ct2ch5zb6p]

Thank u nice videos.. I'm here from six sisters

[@karenbellessapeterse]

Thanks for being here!

[@lindafundytus3930]

I love this because it doesnt contain cream!

[@karenbellessapeterse]

I never have cream on hand, so I like that it uses milk!

[@user-wd4sx1yz6l]

Is this her own kitchen or rental space? Just wondered

[@judycallaghan4889]

What if it doesn't thicken up?

[@louisj80]

I’m sorry if someone already asked, but your recipe is written to say 1 T of better than bouillon, your video demonstrates 1 T. Can you please let me know which you prefer

[@bangUwitApickle]

What kind of onion?

[@rubinus6674]

❤⭐😋

[@eileencook1246]

I use potato flour

[@karenbellessapeterse]

good idea!

[@10adespain]

Looks really really good. Can't wait to make it. One thing The video was really hard to watch. To much movement all over the place.

[@karenbellessapeterse]

Yep it was my 15 year old daughter. Next time I'll have husband film

[@thistimedreamss]

How many people does this feed?

[@jillellen2631]

Sounds delicious but that is ALOT of butter! :)

[@2000nikiniki]

Where is the recipe?

[@VladimirGorev]

There is no such thing...

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im so excited to try this today omg!!!!!