Simple Crockpot Chicken Soup: A Weeknight Hug in a Bowl (Print Version)
Warm up with Simple Crockpot Chicken Soup. This recipe brings cozy comfort to your table with minimal fuss. Perfect for busy weeknights and chilly evenings.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 3-8 Hours minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Dairy-Free (if broth is dairy-free)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Soup Base
01 -
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 -
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
03 -
2 cups egg noodles
→ Vegetable Goodness
04 -
1 cup chopped carrots
05 -
0.5 cup chopped celery
06 -
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
→ Flavor Builders
07 -
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
08 -
1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried parsley
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Finishing Touches
11 -
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, get your chicken, broth, chopped carrots, celery, and onion into your trusty crockpot. Seriously, just dump it all in there. I always take a deep breath at this point, knowing the hardest part is over. I once forgot the onion here, and the soup felt a little... flat. Don't be like me; get all those aromatics in!
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Now, toss in your minced garlic, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and pepper. Give it a good stir. This is where the magic starts to happen, creating those deep flavors for your Easy Crockpot Chicken Soup. I usually give it an extra stir, just to make sure everything's evenly distributed. You want all those flavors to marry!
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Pop the lid on and set your crockpot to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. This is the beauty of it—just walk away! Go live your life! The house will smell incredible as it simmers. I didn't expect that the first time I made it, but it's such a comforting scent.
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Once the chicken is cooked through and super tender (it should shred easily with two forks!), carefully remove it from the crockpot. Shred it right on a cutting board, then return it to the soup. This is my favorite part; seeing how perfectly tender the chicken gets!
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Stir in your egg noodles. Turn the crockpot to high (if it's not already) and cook for another 20-30 minutes, or until the noodles are tender. Keep an eye on them; nobody wants mushy noodles! I've definitely overcooked them once or twice, and it's a texture tragedy.
06 -
Give the Easy Crockpot Chicken Soup a final taste and adjust any seasonings if needed. Ladle it into bowls, and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. It's ready! That first spoonful is always the best, warm and utterly satisfying.
# Notes:
01 -
Don't add the noodles too early; they get mushy.
02 -
Reheat leftovers gently on the stovetop for best texture.
03 -
Try ditalini if you're out of egg noodles, it works!
04 -
A crusty bread for dipping is a must, honestly.
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Crockpot (Slow Cooker)
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Cutting Board
03 -
Knife
04 -
Forks for shredding
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 350 kcal
Total Fat: 10g
Total Carbohydrate: 30g
Protein: 35g