Panera Copycat Broccoli Cheddar Soup: Easy Instant Pot Delight with Turkey Bacon
A delicious and creamy broccoli cheddar soup that mimics the Panera original, enhanced with turkey bacon for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and chop.
- Add butter, onions, and carrots; sauté until softened.
- Add broccoli and chicken broth. Close the lid and set to manual high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Quick release the pressure and stir in heavy cream and cheese until melted.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot, topped with chopped turkey bacon.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend a portion of the soup and return it to the pot.
- Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Panera, Copycat, Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Instant Pot, Turkey Bacon