Slow-Cooker Loaded Broccoli & Chicken Soup

Instructions

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   1. Combine Ingredients

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   Add 6 cups broccoli, 1 1/2 cups onion, 2 medium celery stalks, 1 cup evaporated milk, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup water, 2 teaspoons mustard, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 3 3/4 cups broth and 1 cup Cheddar to a 6-quart slow cooker; stir to combine.

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   2. Add Chicken

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   Nestle chicken into the mixture, submerging completely. Cover and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest portion of chicken registers 165°F, about 4 hours on High or 7 hours on Low. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board; shred, using 2 forks.

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   3. Finish Soup

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   Whisk 2 tablespoons cornstarch and the remaining 1/4 cup broth in a small bowl until smooth. Stir into the soup, along with cream cheese, 2 cups rice and the shredded chicken. Cover and cook on High until the rice is tender and the soup has thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir to combine.

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   4. Enjoy

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   Divide the soup among 8 shallow bowls. Top with the remaining 1 cup Cheddar, 1/2 cup scallions and 3 tablespoons bacon.