Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Soup

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup

butter

1 cup

chopped carrots ( I used baby carrots)

4 cups

chopped broccoli

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

1/2 tsp

paprika

4 cups

chicken or vegetable broth

1 1/2 cups

heavy whipping cream

1 tsp

yellow mustard

1/4 cup

cornstarch, whisked into ½ cup cold broth

2 cups

sharp cheddar cheese, grated

2 cups

cooked chicken, cubed