Description
Hearty chicken parmesan soup simmers with Italian-inspired comfort in this crockpot marvel. Fragrant herbs and melted cheese create a delicious meal you’ll savor to the last spoonful.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Tomato Base:
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
Pasta and Cheese:
- 1 cup uncooked small pasta (rotini or ditalini)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Place whole chicken breasts in the crockpot along with tomato varieties, aromatic herbs, and seasonings, gently mixing to distribute flavors evenly.
- Secure lid and allow soup to simmer on low temperature for 6-7 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours until chicken becomes fork-tender.
- Extract chicken from liquid and carefully shred meat using two forks, then return shredded pieces back into the slow cooker.
- Introduce uncooked pasta directly into the hot liquid, continuing to cook on high setting for approximately 20-25 minutes until pasta reaches perfect al dente texture.
- Incorporate freshly grated Parmesan cheese, stirring gently to help cheese melt smoothly into the soup’s rich broth.
- Ladle steaming soup into serving bowls, garnishing with melted mozzarella cheese and delicate fresh basil leaves for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for those who prefer mild or extra-hot flavors.
- Choose gluten-free pasta to make this recipe suitable for individuals with gluten sensitivities.
- Reduce sodium content by using low-sodium chicken broth and controlling added salt quantities.
- Swap chicken breasts with rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation method if time is limited.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 3 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg