163K views · 53K reactions | Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup 🔥 recipe ⬇️ Chicken 2 chicken breasts, pounded thinly 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp onion powder 2 tsp paprika 2 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tbsp salt 1 tsp black pepper Juice and zest from 1/2 lemon 1/4 tsp chili powder Soup 8-10 oz of bacon 3 tbsp butter 1 yellow onion, diced 3-4 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup flour 2 cups vegetable broth 1 cup whole milk 1 cup heavy cream 3 cups chopped broccoli florets, chopped 1 large carrot, grated 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese Homemade croutons, for serving, optional Slice up your bacon into 1/2 inch chunks. Render down till crispy and set aside. Remove most of the bacon grease and leave some to cook your chicken until golden brown and cooked through 165F. Remove from the pan and add butter & onion. Once softened, add garlic until fragrant. Create a ruox with flour and cook it down for a few minutes. Slowly add chicken broth until gravy-like consistency. Now add in milk, heavy cream, broccoli & carrots. Bring to a boil & simmer for 5 minutes. Slowly add in your shredded cheese, a handful at a time while mixing until melted. Add back your diced chicken & season to taste. Garnish with the more cheese, bacon bits, croutons & parsley. #panera #broccolicheddarsoup #soup #soupseason #onepanmeal | Alex Rios