Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food mashup with this creamy, crowd-pleasing Broccoli Cheddar Lasagna Soup. It captures all the cheesy, savory notes of a classic lasagna combined with the velvety warmth of a broccoli cheddar bowl. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe brings gourmet flavor to your table in under 45 minutes with minimal cleanup. Whether you are hosting a family dinner or meal-prepping for a chilly week, this soup is a guaranteed hit. It is a one-pot wonder that delivers pure satisfaction in every spoonful.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
8 ounces lasagna noodles, broken into 1-inch pieces
3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken (optional)
Instructions
Melt butter in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Add the onion and cook for 4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir constantly for 2 minutes.
Gradually pour in the broth while whisking to prevent lumps.
Add the heavy cream and smoked paprika, and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the broken lasagna noodles and broccoli florets.
Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and broccoli is tender.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese in small handfuls until the soup is smooth and glossy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Note that the noodles will continue to absorb liquid, so you may need to add a splash of broth or water when reheating. For extra protein, you can stir in 1 cup of shredded rotisserie chicken during the final minutes of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 95mg