Step 1

Heat olive oil in a stockpot.

Step 2

Add sliced onions. Sauté until tender.

Step 3

Add potatoes, chicken broth, bay leaf, and garlic powder to the stockpot.

Step 4

Boil potatoes until tender. Remove bay leaf.

Step 5

Pour potato mixture into a food processor along with 2 cups of water. Blend together. Set aside.

Step 6

Add milk to the stockpot. Bring to a simmer.

Step 7

Add Colby Jack and Cheddar cheeses and potato mixture to stockpot. Mix together and allow the cheese to melt and the mixture is smooth. Stir occasionally.

Step 8

Meanwhile, cook broccoli according to microwave instructions and then give it a rough chop.

Step 9

Add broccoli to the stockpot. Stir. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10

Let simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Top with cubed chicken and croutons. Enjoy!