Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
This creamy and flavorful soup brings all the savory elements of Chicken Parmesan into a comforting, easy-to-make soup form. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s rich, cheesy, and full of delicious Italian seasoning.
Ingredients:
- 3 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
Directions:
- Add chicken, garlic, crushed tomatoes, sauce, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and broth to the crockpot.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred chicken and return to crockpot.
- Add parmesan, heavy cream, and pasta. Cook for 30 minutes.
- Sauté breadcrumbs in butter, then top servings with mozzarella and breadcrumbs.
Servings and Timing: Servings: 8
Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Variations:
- Use chicken thighs or rotisserie chicken.
- Add veggies like bell peppers or spinach.
- Make spicy with red pepper flakes.
- Substitute pasta for gluten-free options.
Storage/Reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave. For freezing, store the soup without pasta and cream, then add them later.
FAQs:
- Can I use frozen chicken?
- Can I make this on the stovetop?
- Can I freeze leftovers?
- Can I substitute the pasta?
- How do I reheat the soup?
- Can I add more vegetables?
- What other toppings can I use?
- Can I use half-and-half instead of cream?
- Can I cook this with a slow-cooker liner?
- Can I double the recipe?
Conclusion:
This Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup is the perfect, effortless meal for chilly nights. With minimal prep time, it offers all the comforting flavors of chicken parmesan, making it a family-friendly favorite.
Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe
- Total Time: 6-8 hours
- Yield: 8 servings
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Looking for a comforting and easy-to-make dinner? Try this Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup recipe! This creamy, cheesy soup combines all the delicious flavors of chicken parmesan in a hearty soup form. With minimal prep time, it’s perfect for busy weeknights. Rich in Italian seasonings and topped with mozzarella and breadcrumbs, this soup will be a family favorite in no time. It’s customizable, making it easy to adjust to your taste!
Ingredients
- 3 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Add chicken breasts, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth into the crockpot.
- Cook: Set the crockpot to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the Chicken: After cooking, remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the crockpot.
- Add Dairy and Pasta: Stir in parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and rotini pasta. Cook for an additional 30 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
- Toast Breadcrumbs: In a small pan, sauté the breadcrumbs with butter until golden brown.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded mozzarella and toasted breadcrumbs.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. For freezing, store the soup without the pasta and cream. Add them when reheating.
- Variations: You can substitute chicken thighs or rotisserie chicken for the chicken breasts. Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor. For a spicier version, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes.
- Make it Gluten-Free: Substitute rotini pasta with gluten-free pasta options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Soup, Crockpot, Italian
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
