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    Instant Pot Keto Broccoli Chicken Bacon Cheese Soup

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    Instant Pot Keto Broccoli Chicken Bacon Cheese Soup-

    Instant Pot Keto Broccoli Chicken Bacon Cheese Soup is a low carb, gluten-free, creamy, cheesy, incredibly delicious soup with broccoli, shredded chicken, and bacon.

    Instant Pot Keto Broccoli Chicken Bacon Cheese Soup - Low Carb & Gluten FreePin

    A creamy, cheesy soup base with broccoli, chicken, spices and crumbled bacon makes the tastiest, low carb & gluten-free soup that is made quickly in the Instant Pot. Everyone loves this soup and can't believe that it is keto!

    This soup might be the only way I can get my son to eat broccoli and actually enjoy it!

    The recipe is a slightly different version of a recipe adapted from my book  "Keto in an Instant- 100 Ketogenic Recipes for Your Instant Pot".

    I added shredded chicken and I slightly changed a few of the ingredients from the ever-popular version in my book.

    The shredded chicken can be leftover from a rotisserie chicken from Costco or can also shred some grilled or baked chicken.

    Hearty and flavorful, Instant Pot Keto Broccoli Chicken soup is so comforting and satisfying that you will want to make this again and again. I know I have!

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    We love that this soup is filled with broccoli because broccoli is full of nutrients and has so many health benefits.

    Health Benefits of Broccoli:

    1. Aids digestion
    2. Can help to prevent chronic diseases (Diabetes, Alzheimers, Cancer, & Heart diseases)
    3. Can help boost cognition and memory
    4. Anti-Inflammatory properties
    5. Anti-Aging properties
    6. Can help improve metabolism

    (Source)


    Instant Pot Keto Broccoli Chicken Bacon Cheese Soup Recipe-

    Ingredients:

    • 1 cup shredded cooked or rotisserie chicken
    • 2 tablespoon butter
    • ⅓ of a yellow onion, diced
    • 2 ribs celery, diced 
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • 1 ⅔ cups heavy cream
    • 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
    • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
    • ½  cup shredded jack cheese
    • 3 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
    • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
    • ½ teaspoon xanthan gum *optional (to thicken if desired)

    Directions:

    1. Select Saute (Normal) on the Instant Pot. When the Instant Pot is hot, add butter and melt.
    2. Once the butter has melted add onions, celery, and garlic. Continuously stir for 5 minutes or until vegetables have softened and onions are translucent.
    3. Add chicken broth and broccoli florets to the pot and stir until the liquid in the pot is starting to boil, turn off the Instant Pot.
    4. Cover, lock the lid and flip the steam release handle to the Sealing position.
    5. Select Pressure Cook (or Manual on some models) on High Pressure and set the cook timer for 5 minutes.
    6. Once cooking time is complete, let the pressure release Naturally for 10 minutes (do nothing) and then Quick release the remaining pressure.
    7. Open the Instant Pot lid and add the cream cheese,  nutmeg, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
    8. Add shredded chicken and stir in.
    9. Select Saute (Normal) and let the soup come to a boil. Slowly add shredded Cheddar and Jack cheeses while continuously stirring.
    10. Once the cheese has melted, select the Keep Warm setting on the Instant Pot. Add heavy cream & stir.
    11. To thicken if desired, add the xanthan gum powder to the pot and stir until thickened.
    12. Pour soup into bowls and sprinkle each with ½ tablespoon of the cooked crumbled bacon, and serve hot. 

    Nutritional Data: Yield: 8 servings, Serving Size: ½ cup, Amounts per serving- Cal: 377, Carbs: 5g, Net Carbs: 4g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 28g, Saturated Fat: 16g, Protein: 23g, Sugars: 2g, Sodium: 619mg

    *all nutritional data are estimates based on the products I used*

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    Instant Pot Keto Broccoli Chicken Bacon Cheese Soup

    Stacey
    Instant Pot Keto Broccoli Chicken Bacon Cheese Soup is a low carb, gluten-free, creamy, cheesy, incredibly delicious soup with broccoli, shredded chicken and bacon.

    4.96 from 46 votes
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    Prep Time 11 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Pressure release 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 26 minutes mins
    Course gluten fee, keto, ketogenic, low carb, Soup
    Cuisine American, instant pot, soup
    Servings 8
    Calories 377 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot
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    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 cup shredded cooked or rotisserie chicken
    • 2 tablespoon butter
    • ⅓ of a yellow onion diced
    • 2 ribs celery diced
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • 1 ⅔ cups heavy cream
    • 4 cups chopped broccoli florets
    • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
    • ½ cup shredded jack cheese
    • 3 ounces cream cheese softened and cubed
    • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 4 slices cooked bacon crumbled
    • ½ teaspoon xanthan gum *optional to thicken if desired

    Instructions
     

    • Select Saute (Normal) on the Instant Pot. When the Instant Pot is hot, add butter and melt.
    • Once the butter has melted add onions, celery, and garlic. Continuously stir for 5 minutes or until vegetables have softened and onions are translucent.
    • Add chicken broth and broccoli florets to the pot and stir until the liquid in the pot is starting to boil, turn off the Instant Pot.
    • Cover, lock the lid and flip the steam release handle to the Sealing position.
    • Select Pressure Cook (or Manual on some models) on High Pressure and set the cook timer for 5 minutes.
    • Once cooking time is complete, let the pressure release Naturally for 10 minutes (do nothing for 10 mins) and then Quick release the remaining pressure.
    • Open the Instant Pot lid and add the cream cheese, nutmeg, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine. Add shredded chicken and stir in.

    • Select Saute (Normal)and let the soup come to a boil. Slowly add shredded Cheddar and Jack cheeses while continuously stirring.
    • Once the cheese has melted, select the Keep Warm setting on the Instant Pot. Add heavy cream and stir.
    • To thicken if desired, add the xanthan gum powder to the pot and stir until thickened.
    • Pour soup into bowls and sprinkle each with ½ tablespoon of the cooked crumbled bacon, and serve hot.

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    Notes

    *all nutritional data are estimates based on the products I used*
    Yield: 8 servings, Serving size: ½ cup, Amounts per serving- Net Carbs per serving: 4g

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 377kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 23gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gSodium: 619mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
    Keyword broccoli cheese soup, instant pot broccoli cheese soup, Instant Pot Keto broccoli chicken bacon cheese soup, keto instant pot soup, low carb broccoli cheese soup
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    1. Barb says

      September 22, 2025 at 12:05 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great recipe! Thank you for sharing it. We will definitely be enjoying it again and again in our house. 🙂

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        September 25, 2025 at 9:27 am

        Hi Barb, Thank you for trying the recipe and for your kind words.
        🙂

        Reply
    2. Kristen says

      February 25, 2023 at 3:18 pm

      5 stars
      This was awesome but to be fair I didn't have broccoli but I did have a head of cauliflower (So still keto) and I didn't have celery so had to leave that out but otherwise followed the recipe. SOOOO GOOD!! It was pretty thick without the xantham, probably due to cauliflower breaking down a bit more than broccoli would have.

      Reply
    3. Beth says

      January 04, 2023 at 3:10 pm

      5 stars
      Very good! Very rich. I enjoyed having chicken in the recipe and the cheese and cream didn't curdle. I'll make it a regular dish. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        January 05, 2023 at 11:45 am

        Thank you, Beth, for trying the recipe and for your kind words.

        Reply
    4. Kristi says

      October 22, 2022 at 11:44 am

      5 stars
      This soup was fantastic! I did add the chicken after I melted all the cheeses in per others suggestions. This truly was super easy and perfect for cold NC fall day!
      Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    5. Katie says

      December 22, 2021 at 5:52 am

      Did no one have an issue with it burning with only 2 cups of broth? I put it in for 5 and it burned and there was zero liquid left. It all evaporated

      Reply
      • Lisa says

        December 23, 2021 at 7:17 am

        I’ve never had anything burn up in my instant pot. You could possibly have a faulty seal. Liquid shouldn’t be evaporating.

        Reply
      • Tanis says

        January 18, 2022 at 6:08 pm

        5 stars
        Delicious! I have made a lot of instant pot soups, and I think this is my favourite! Used a bag of frozen broccoli, put my chicken in at beginning, and added an extra cup of water for more servings… thanks for the great recipe!

        Reply
        • Stacey says

          January 20, 2022 at 7:40 am

          Thank you so much, Tanis, for trying the recipe and for your kind words.

          Reply
    6. Karissa says

      August 24, 2021 at 6:54 am

      5 stars
      Made this last night and it was so good. Me and my kids hate broccoli but loved this soup! I also loved how quick and easy it was to make. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        August 24, 2021 at 7:25 pm

        Thank you, Karissa, for trying the recipe and for your kind words. So glad you the kiddos enjoyed it 🙂

        Reply
    7. Leanna says

      July 29, 2021 at 12:27 pm

      I've tried several broccoli cheese soup recipes and this has by far been the easiest and tastiest!!! I absolutely loved it. Thank you so much!!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        July 30, 2021 at 8:25 am

        Thank you, Leanna, for trying the recipe and for your very kind words.

        Reply
    8. Jan says

      December 28, 2020 at 11:32 am

      I had the same problem with the cheese. I added it before the chicken but it still came out in clumps. The flavor was good though.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        December 29, 2020 at 8:02 am

        Jan, Maybe soften the cream cheese first before adding it might help it mix in better.

        Reply
    9. Shirley Edstedt says

      December 10, 2020 at 4:24 pm

      5 stars
      This soup is delicious! I made the recipe exactly as directed and we couldn't be happier with the result. It's rainy and cold here and the soup is just what the doctor ordered. I made homemade croutons using store bought Franz keto bread and and used them to top the soup - with the bacon, of course. I can see this in our winter rotation ALL winter. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        December 11, 2020 at 9:17 am

        Thank you, Shirley, for trying the soup and for your kind words & tips. I will have to try to find that Franz Keto bread. Our stores are so limited here.

        Reply
    10. Sally Bennett says

      December 05, 2020 at 4:21 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely Delicious!! I ran short on the chicken broth, so used half beef broth, and sautéed the bacon in with the onions and celery mix.

      Reply
    11. Malia says

      September 09, 2020 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      Just finished this and it is AHmazing!! My picky 15yr loved it as well!! I did leave out nutmeg as I didn’t have any and only added 1cup hw since that’s all I had. DELICIOUS and EASY, my kind of recipe!! Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        September 09, 2020 at 5:58 pm

        Thank you so much, Malia, for trying the recipe and for your kind words & tips.

        Reply
        • Douglas Shannon says

          October 11, 2020 at 3:38 pm

          I added the shredded chicken in with the broccoli and it turned out super creamy and delicious

          Reply
          • Stacey says

            October 12, 2020 at 7:43 am

            Great idea, Douglas!

            Reply
    12. Katrina says

      August 30, 2020 at 6:31 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious!!! My cheese didn’t melt as nicely as I had hoped though. I may try adding the chicken after the cheese melts because I think the cheese stuck to some of the chicken. It was still one of the best soups I’ve made! Ty!!!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        August 31, 2020 at 9:55 am

        Thanks, Katrina for trying the recipe and your kind words. Great idea to add cheese before the chicken, as I think your right about it getting stuck in the chicken.

        Reply
    13. Jessy says

      June 27, 2020 at 7:08 am

      I dont have heavy cream right now so can I substitute with whole milk? Should I make a roux before adding the milk?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        June 29, 2020 at 11:45 am

        Jessy, if you are not counting carbs then you can use whole milk & a cornstarch slurry or a roux. But if you are on a low carb/ keto diet then those will add more carbs.

        Reply
    14. Judi says

      March 31, 2020 at 10:45 am

      This is the best soup. My husband and I love it. Try it. Kids like it also.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        April 01, 2020 at 9:57 am

        Thank you so much, Judy for trying the recipe and for your kind words 🙂

        Reply
    15. Karen says

      March 03, 2020 at 10:13 am

      My first instant pit meal and the first soup I’ve ever made. Definitely Keto, didn’t need the gum stuff to thicken. It was perfect and the hubby loved it. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    16. Tricia says

      February 09, 2020 at 4:56 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve made a lot of keto meals and soups but this one turned out so well. I added more garlic, extra celery, extra onion and added some jalapeños for some heat. The only slight down side, it takes a little bit to prepare everything. Don’t think you’re just throwing all ingredients into the pot and walking away! But definitely worth it.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        February 11, 2020 at 8:12 am

        Tricia, I really like the idea to add jalapeños! Thank you for trying the recipe & for your kind word & tips.

        Reply
    17. Shanna says

      February 03, 2020 at 2:15 pm

      2 whole stalks of celery or 2 sticks ?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        February 05, 2020 at 8:31 am

        Shanna, it is 2 ribs celery (or 2 sticks), not stalks. Thank you for letting me know about that error 🙂

        Reply
    18. Caleigh says

      January 22, 2020 at 11:00 am

      Absolutely delicious, only problem was only eating one serving! It looks like a lot more than 8 (1/2 cup servings). I did put a little more broccoli because it was the rest of what I had. I like things really spicy so I added a dash of Tony Chachere’s creole seasoning When serving and even yummier!!! Thanks so much for taking the time to perfect this recipe and posting and all. I especially like that you included the nutritional information. So many don’t and I really appreciate that you do! Lots better than Panera .(lol)

      Reply
    19. Sandra says

      January 11, 2020 at 4:29 pm

      5 stars
      The most delicious soup my instant pot ever made. Looking forward to trying your other recipes. Thank you

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        January 12, 2020 at 7:55 am

        Thank you so much, Sandra, for trying the recipe and for your very kind words.

        Reply
    20. Michelle Forester says

      December 28, 2019 at 2:13 pm

      5 stars
      This soup is AMAZING! I don't like broccoli, can't stand it actually, but this was delicious. I used an immersion blender to blend up the broccoli before adding the chicken and cheeses because of a broccoli texture aversion. I love that it is so low in carbs. Will make this again and have already shared the recipe multiple times. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        December 29, 2019 at 9:08 am

        Thank you so much, Michelle, for your kind words and for sharing the recipe! Great idea to use the immersion blender for extra pureed broccoli.

        Reply
    21. Maria Panzetta says

      December 12, 2019 at 7:59 am

      How can this be done in a slow cooker? Should I add the heavy cream, cream cheese and other cheese last?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        December 13, 2019 at 9:02 am

        Maria, yes, I would think it would as long as all the cream and cheeses are added last.

        Reply
    22. Terri says

      December 05, 2019 at 12:58 pm

      Did you use fresh or frozen broccoli please? We absolutely loved the soup from the Insta pot!!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        December 06, 2019 at 7:51 am

        I used fresh but you can use frozen as well.

        Reply
    23. Jen says

      November 27, 2019 at 2:56 pm

      4 stars
      The flavor is fantastic. I made this on the stove, so maybe the instant pot would have given a better result, but I'll mention it for anyone else who comes along and wants to make this on the stove... The cheese seized up into little clumps that will not melt. It still tastes good, but you have to chew all the little cheese balls. I started reading online about what makes the cheese do that and everything said high heat will make cheese clump. The instructions say to bring to a boil then add the cheese. In the future I'll try lowering the heat to avoid the clumps. And I did shred my own cheese, I did not use bagged cheese with additives 🙂

      Reply
      • Jala says

        January 23, 2020 at 9:50 am

        I just made this on the stove top. I used the whipped cream cheese and it melted perfectly. This is delicious!!

        Reply
    24. Kaci says

      November 24, 2019 at 3:01 pm

      I do not have a instant pot so I just made this on the stove. Hands down, BEST soup I’ve ever made in my life. Can’t wait to eat this all week. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        November 24, 2019 at 11:00 pm

        Thank you, Kaci, for making the recipe and for your kind words. Yes, it can be made easily on the stovetop as well.

        Reply
    25. Pedro says

      November 19, 2019 at 3:50 pm

      5 stars
      Tried it and made it for my wife and she absolutely loved it and I loved it too. Had a bit of left over ingredients which we will use for round two.

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        November 20, 2019 at 9:08 am

        Thank you, Pedro, for trying the recipe and for your kind words. So happy your wife enjoyed it & how nice of you to cook for her! My hubby is a disaster in the kitchen, lol.

        Reply
    26. Kerry says

      November 12, 2019 at 9:08 pm

      This was very yummy, and I had forgotten the bacon, LOL. I also used it without chicken as a sauce for my steamed broccoli (lots of broccoli going on that night!) But it would be good as a sauce over chicken as well. The nutmeg was a nice touch, and the cream cheese added just the right amount of tang and thickening. Keeper!

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        November 13, 2019 at 7:46 am

        Thank you, Kerry, for trying the recipe, and for your kind words. The bacon is optional & definitely not a deal-breaker 😉

        Reply
    27. Mary says

      July 28, 2019 at 5:44 pm

      What step does the cooked chicken get added?

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        July 29, 2019 at 9:02 am

        Step #8. Thanks for pointing that out.

        Reply
    28. Zuzana says

      July 15, 2019 at 3:31 am

      5 stars
      Taking my Instant Pot for holidays to my mum and this would be the first recipe we will make. Bacon and Cheese? anytime

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        July 16, 2019 at 9:08 am

        Have a great vacation with your mum 🙂

        Reply
    29. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says

      July 13, 2019 at 8:25 pm

      5 stars
      I love your version of broccoli cheddar soup with the added protein and you can never go wrong with bacon either!

      Reply
    30. chihyu says

      July 13, 2019 at 4:57 pm

      5 stars
      What a lovely flavor combo! And I love that it's so easy to make in an Instant Pot!

      Reply
    31. Kelly says

      July 12, 2019 at 2:05 pm

      5 stars
      This will be a great recipe when the temperatures drop again. Will keep you warm and cozy!

      Reply
    32. Jean says

      July 11, 2019 at 6:28 pm

      5 stars
      Broccoli cheddar soup was my favorite growing up and I can't wait to try this! LOVE that you added bacon. Looks fantastic!

      Reply
    33. Linda says

      July 10, 2019 at 2:51 pm

      5 stars
      There's nothing more comforting than coming home to a big bowl of comforting soup like this. So hearty and flavorful, indeed! Love every spoonful of this soup.

      Reply
    34. jennifer says

      July 10, 2019 at 12:50 pm

      5 stars
      Looks so delicious, I can't wait to trying it! Love that i can do it in the IP!

      Reply
    35. Joni Gomes says

      July 10, 2019 at 9:37 am

      5 stars
      I make a lot of soup recipe but oddly have never made a broccoli cheese one! Cannot wait to try your recipe! Love that I can use leftover chicken and all.that.cheese!!

      Reply
    36. Megan Stevens says

      July 09, 2019 at 3:39 am

      5 stars
      This looks AMAZING! We love rich and creamy comfort food that's low carb. Thanks, I can't wait to make this! Pinned!

      Reply
    37. Raia Todd says

      July 08, 2019 at 8:56 am

      5 stars
      I can tell this is going to be a hit at my house! Broccoli, chicken, bacon, cheese... can't go wrong with those ingredients!

      Reply
    38. Annette says

      July 08, 2019 at 6:49 am

      Am I missing something? I don’t see in the instructions when to add the cream. ??

      Reply
      • Stacey says

        July 08, 2019 at 9:23 am

        Annette, it was there & it must have accidentally been deleted. I added it back. You add the heavy cream on step 8 in the instructions. Thanks for letting me know

        Reply
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