Description
Hearty crockpot chicken noodle soup delivers comfort in each spoonful, bringing warmth to cold days. Home cooks can savor this classic dish with minimal effort and maximum flavor satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Vegetables:
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Base and Seasonings:
- 8 cups (1.9 liters) chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Noodles and Garnish:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Layer chicken, sliced carrots, diced celery, minced onion, crushed garlic, fragrant thyme, and bay leaf into the crockpot.
- Pour chicken broth over the ingredients, ensuring everything is well-submerged.
- Sprinkle kosher salt and cracked black pepper throughout the mixture, gently stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Cover and slow cook on low temperature for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken becomes incredibly tender and easily pulls apart.
- Carefully extract chicken from the broth and use two forks to shred meat into bite-sized pieces.
- Return shredded chicken back into the crockpot, maintaining the rich, aromatic broth.
- Add egg noodles directly into the hot liquid, then cook on high setting for 15-25 minutes until pasta reaches perfect al dente consistency.
- Discard bay leaf to prevent any unwanted bitter flavors.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Ladle piping hot soup into bowls and serve immediately for maximum comfort and flavor.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by searing chicken before adding to crockpot for deeper, richer taste profile.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt content and accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Replace egg noodles with gluten-free alternatives like zucchini noodles or rice noodles for celiac-friendly version.
- Add a splash of fresh lemon juice at the end to brighten the soup’s overall taste and provide a zesty finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg