Cozy Crockpot Chicken Soup (Printable)

Tender chicken with vegetables and noodles in a warm, comforting broth slow-cooked to perfection.

# Components:

→ Poultry

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

02 - 1 small yellow onion, peeled and diced
03 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 3 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 3 large garlic cloves, minced

→ Herbs & Seasonings

06 - 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
07 - 1 bay leaf
08 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Broth & Noodles

10 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
11 - 6 ounces fusilli pasta

→ Optional Garnish

12 - Fresh chopped parsley

# Directions:

01 - Place chicken breasts, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, rosemary sprigs, bay leaf, salt, and pepper in the slow cooker. Pour chicken broth over and gently stir to combine.
02 - Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours, until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
03 - Remove chicken breasts and shred with two forks. Discard bay leaf and rosemary sprigs.
04 - Prepare fusilli pasta according to package instructions; drain thoroughly and set aside.
05 - Return shredded chicken and cooked pasta to slow cooker. Stir and heat through for about 5 minutes.
06 - Ladle warm soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • For a richer flavor, sauté the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic in a bit of olive oil before adding to the slow cooker
  • Swap fusilli for egg noodles, ditalini, or other pasta shapes if desired
03 -
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for brightness
  • For gluten free use gluten free pasta and verify broth ingredients
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