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Crockpot Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Crockpot Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
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Crockpot Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting slow-cooked soup featuring tender chicken breasts, egg noodles, fresh vegetables, and a rich, creamy broth. This easy-to-make recipe offers a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and soothing flavors, ideal for chilly evenings or recovery days. With a velvety texture and nourishing ingredients, this soup brings warmth and healing to your table.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Pasta

  • 4 cups egg noodles

Vegetables

  • 2 carrots, finely diced
  • 2 celery stalks, finely diced
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Liquids & Dairy

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

Fats

  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil (for sautéing vegetables)

Herbs & Seasonings

  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or rosemary/tarragon as variation)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños (for spicy kick)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Finely dice the carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté these vegetables in butter or olive oil over medium heat until softened and fragrant. This step builds a rich flavor foundation for the soup.
  2. Combine Ingredients in the Crockpot: Add the sautéed vegetables, chicken breasts, minced garlic, chicken broth, and herbs (thyme and parsley) into the slow cooker. Stir gently to mix everything well, then cover with the lid.
  3. Slow Cook on Low: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 6 to 8 hours. This allows the flavors to meld and the chicken to become fork-tender.
  4. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot and shred them using two forks. Return the shredded chicken back into the soup and stir to combine.
  5. Add Noodles and Cream: Stir in the egg noodles and pour in the heavy cream or half-and-half. Cover the crockpot again and cook on high for an additional 20 to 30 minutes until the noodles are tender and the soup is creamy.
  6. Final Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and extra herbs as desired before serving to ensure a comforting and well-balanced flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh thyme and parsley for the best aroma and flavor.
  • Add egg noodles towards the end of cooking to prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Sautéing vegetables before slow cooking deepens the overall flavor of the soup.
  • Choose thick or wide egg noodles; they hold texture better in slow cooking.
  • Add cream late in the cooking process to avoid curdling or breaking.
  • For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream.
  • For gluten-free, replace egg noodles with gluten-free pasta or spiralized zucchini noodles.
  • Enhance with extra veggies like diced potatoes, peas, or spinach for added nutrition.
  • Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for a spicy variation.

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