Here’s a high-protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup that’s creamy, comforting, and actually keeps you full.
🥦 High-Protein Broccoli Cheddar Soup
🧾 Ingredients (3–4 servings)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (chopped small)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 cup milk (or low-fat milk)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (key protein booster)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast (shredded, optional but boosts protein a lot)
- 2 tbsp flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- ½ tsp mustard powder (optional, enhances cheese flavor)
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook base
- Heat oil in a pot
- Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes until soft
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds
2. Add broccoli
- Stir in broccoli and broth
- Simmer for 8–10 minutes until broccoli is tender
3. Make it creamy
- In a small bowl, mix flour with milk (prevents lumps)
- Add to pot and stir
- Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened
4. Add protein & cheese
- Blend soup partially (optional for texture)
- Add cottage cheese and blend OR whisk until smooth
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted
- Add cooked chicken if using
5. Season
- Add salt, pepper, mustard powder, chili flakes
- Simmer 2 more minutes and serve hot
💪 Why this is high-protein
- Cottage cheese adds creamy protein without heavy cream
- Cheddar boosts flavor + protein
- Chicken (optional) makes it a full meal-level protein soup
⭐ Tips
- Blend half the soup for a creamy-but-chunky texture
- Use sharp cheddar for stronger flavor
- Add extra broccoli if you want more fiber and volume
If you want, I can also make:
- a Keto version (very low carb)
- a vegetarian high-protein version (no chicken)
- or a meal prep version for the week
