Thursday, February 28, 2013

Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Soup



Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Soup



--------------INGREDIENTS-----------------


2 Bunches of Fresh Broccoli
1 Onion, diced
2 Cloves Garlic, minced
1 C Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, shredded
2 Boneless Chicken Breats, cooked and diced small
1 1/2 C Brown Rice, cooked ( I cheated and used instant rice)
2 C Chicken Broth
1 C Milk or Cream

---------PREPARATION--------


In a large skillet or pan, sautee onions and garlic in just a little bit of olive oil. Cook until translucent.

Add broccoli florets.

Top off with broth and milk and cook until boiling.

Once boiling, stir in cheese simmer for 20 minutes or until broccoli is fully cooked.

Puree with a hand blender your broccoli and liquid.

Add cooked chicken and rice

Serve and enjoy!!



{I made this soup with a three cheese grilled cheese on the side :) 
I also added some left over corned beef and avocado to these. Soo good!}