Description
When the chill of winter sets in, toss tender chicken breast, fresh veggies, broth, and noodles into your slow cooker for a cozy crockpot chicken noodle soup that practically makes itself.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups carrots, peeled and sliced ¼” thick
- 1 ½ cups yellow onion, ½” dice
- 1 cup celery, ¼” pieces
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped, or ¾ teaspoon dried
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped, or ½ teaspoon dried
- 2 dried bay leaves
- 8 cups unsalted chicken stock, or broth
- 8 ounces wide egg noodles
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Load the Crockpot
Place the chicken, sliced carrots, chopped onions, celery, minced garlic, herbs (thyme, rosemary), bay leaves, salt, pepper, and chicken stock into a 6-quart slow cooker.
2. Let It Simmer
Cover the lid and set it to high for 3 ½ hours or low for 5 ½ hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender (aim for 160ºF or 71ºC). Add extra time if needed.
3. Shred the Chicken
Carefully remove the chicken to a plate and cover it to keep warm. Just before serving, shred it into bite-sized pieces with two forks.
4. Add the Noodles
Toss the pasta straight into the broth and cook on high for 25–30 minutes, or until the noodles are soft and cooked through.
5. Finish and Reheat
Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Let it sit on high heat for 5 minutes to warm everything up. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.
6. Serve with Love
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with freshly chopped parsley for a fresh pop of flavor.
Notes
Yields: Approximately 8 cups
Serving Size: 1 cup per person
Storage Tips:
Let the chicken noodle soup cool to room temperature before storing. Transfer to a sealed, airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. If it thickens over time, simply stir in a splash of chicken broth or water when reheating.
Reheating Instructions:
Warm the soup on the stovetop over medium heat until thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally for even warmth.
Freezer Friendly:
For longer storage, portion the soup into freezer-safe containers or zip-top bags and freeze for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw overnight in the fridge or place the container under cool running water to loosen. Then reheat as usual.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 4 hrs
- Category: chicken
- Cuisine: American