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Dinner for 6

Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup

$5.75for 435 minServes 6

Chicken, broccoli, carrots, and cheddar simmer in a creamy broth thickened with flour and finished with mustard.

Chicken Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Photo: hummusapien.com

What it costs

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IngredientAmountCost
Butter, 1 oz$0.40/oz typical1 oz$0.40Typical price
Onions, 0.4 lb$1.29/lb typical0.4 lb$0.52Typical price
Carrots, 0.3 lb$1.09/lb typical0.3 lb$0.34Typical price
Garlic, 0.25$0.75 each typical0.25$0.15Typical price
Broccoli, 0.95 lb$1.99/lb typical0.95 lb$1.87Typical price
Broth, 29 oz$0.07/oz typical29 oz$2.03Typical price
Milk, 8.5 oz$0.04/oz typical8.5 oz$0.34Typical price
Chicken breast, 0.65 lb$3.49/lb typical0.65 lb$2.18Typical price
Cheddar and shredded cheese, 2 oz$0.30/oz typical2 oz$0.60Typical price
Juice, 0.25 oz$0.04/oz typical0.25 oz$0.01Typical price
Total for the servings shown$8.63

Swaps

  • Swap chicken breast for chicken thighsabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
  • Swap carrots for sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
  • Swap onions for red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
  • Swap cheddar and shredded cheese for mozzarellaabout the same price

Pantry staples you likely have

Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsFlourMustard, mayo, ketchup

Not included in the cost.

  • 35 minstart to table
  • Mediumdifficulty
  • 6servings as written
  • $typical cost tier

AmericanBudgetFamilyLunchesDinnersCold-weather comfortWinter

Typical price

$1.44 per serving$5.75 for 4

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The amounts listed are small for a full dinner, so this price per serving is likely low. Plan on a side or a bigger portion.

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 2 carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp kosher salt + freshly ground black pepper (optional)
  • 1/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 5 cups broccoli
  • 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)

Steps

  1. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat, then cook the onion and carrots for 7 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, then gradually whisk in the broth.
  4. Add the broccoli, bring the soup to a simmer, and cook for 12 minutes.
  5. Stir in the milk and cooked chicken, then simmer for 8 minutes.
  6. Check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 165 F before serving.
  7. Add the cheddar and mustard, stir until smooth, and cook for 5 minutes.

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