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Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Comforting Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup for Cozy Nights

This Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting meal that warms the soul and is perfect for chilly evenings.
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Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food, Cozy Recipe, Easy Dinner, family-friendly, Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup, Wholesome
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

For the Soup Base

  • 1.5 pounds Chicken breasts
  • 4 cups Chicken broth Consider homemade for extra flavor.
  • 2 cups Carrots, diced
  • 1 cup Celery, diced
  • 1 cup Onion, diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced

Seasoning Essentials

  • 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

For the Noodles

  • 1 cup Egg noodles

Optional Additions

  • 2 cups Spinach Adds nutrition.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice For brightness.

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken: Place 1 ½ pounds of chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Add the Broth and Vegetables: Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth followed by 2 cups of diced carrots, 1 cup of diced celery, 1 cup of diced onion, and 3 cloves of minced garlic. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon each of dried thyme and dried parsley, plus ½ teaspoon of black pepper.
  • Cook the Soup: Cover and set to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
  • Shred the Chicken: About 30 minutes before serving, shred the chicken in the pot.
  • Add Noodles and Spinach: Stir in 1 cup of egg noodles and 2 cups of spinach, and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  • Final Adjustments and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning, then ladle warm soup into bowls.

Notes

For optimal results, shred the chicken at the right time and opt for quality broth. Customize with other vegetables if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg