Description
Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup is a hearty, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish. Perfect for any season, it features tender chicken, wholesome vegetables, and soft noodles simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. Let the crockpot do the work for you with this family-friendly recipe that’s simple to prepare and full of comfort.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Chicken broth
- Carrots
- Celery
- Onion
- Garlic
- Dried thyme
- Dried parsley
- Egg noodles
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Chop the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic.
- Assemble in Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. Add the chopped vegetables and garlic. Sprinkle with dried thyme and parsley.
- Add Broth: Pour chicken broth over the ingredients, ensuring everything is submerged.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts, shred with two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
- Add Noodles: Stir in the egg noodles. Cover and cook on high for 20-30 minutes or until noodles are tender.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning if needed and ladle the soup into bowls to serve.
Notes
- For added richness, you can substitute chicken breasts with thighs or add a splash of cream at the end.
- To prevent mushy noodles, consider cooking them separately and adding them when serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high, plus 20-30 minutes for noodles
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
