Crockpot Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
This Crockpot Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting and flavorful slow-cooked dish combining tender chicken breasts, hearty vegetables, and creamy broth with egg noodles. Perfect for cozy meals, it features aromatic sautéed veggies, rich cream, and a touch of Italian seasoning to create a satisfying, home-style soup that requires minimal prep and hands-off cooking in your slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 medium carrots, diced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Other Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups uncooked egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Prepare Chicken in Slow Cooker: Place the chicken breasts into the slow cooker. Season the chicken evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Add Vegetables and Broth: Transfer the sautéed vegetables into the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and the can of cream of chicken soup. Stir everything gently to combine ingredients well.
- Slow Cook Chicken: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours. This slow cooking process will ensure the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them with two forks. Return the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker.
- Add Cream and Noodles: Stir in the heavy cream and the uncooked egg noodles. Cover and continue cooking on high for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, or until the noodles have softened and are tender.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the soup, stirring to combine. Serve the creamy chicken noodle soup hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, you can reduce the amount of chicken broth slightly or add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with water during the final cooking stage.
- Use wide egg noodles or your preferred noodle shape for best results.
- To make it lighter, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or evaporated milk, though it will be less rich.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, adding extra broth if the soup has thickened too much.
Keywords: Crockpot chicken noodle soup, creamy chicken soup, slow cooker soup, comfort food, creamy chicken noodle
