Best 9 The Best Slow Cooker Chicken Soup Recipes

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Chicken soup is comfort food at its finest, especially during the cold winter months. Easy to prepare, and full of flavor, it is the perfect way to warm up after a long day. With the help of a slow cooker, you can effortlessly create a wholesome and flavorful chicken soup that is sure to satisfy. Whether you prefer a classic chicken noodle soup or something with a creative twist, the slow cooker has you covered. So, gather your ingredients, turn on your slow cooker, and let's embark on a culinary journey to find the best slow cooker chicken soup recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This is a classic chicken noodle soup recipe from a recent issue of Good Housekeeping that I'd like to try. Update: I have made this soup and really like it. I did use 3-4 skinless chicken breasts in place of the whole chicken, and I substituted 8 cups of canned chicken broth for the water. If you do this, you might want to add a little less salt unless you use a low-sodium chicken broth. I'm not sure why some reviewers say that their egg noodles dissolve, unless they are using the very fine egg noodles. I use a wide noodle and they are just fine after 20 minutes in the Crock-Pot.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Stocks

Time 8h20m

Yield 14 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups water or 8 cups canned chicken broth
1 cup carrot, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup celery, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
4 teaspoons salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 (3 1/2 lb) roasting chickens
3 cups wide egg noodles, uncooked

Steps:

  • In 4-1/2 to 6-quart slow-cooker bowl, combine water, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaves, thyme, 4 t salt, 1/2 t pepper.
  • Place whole chicken on top of vegetables.
  • Cover slow cooker with lid and cook as manufacturer directs on low setting 8 to 10 hours or on high 4-5 hours.
  • Transfer chicken to cutting board. Discard bay leaves. Add noodles to slow-cooker; cover with lid and cook (on low or high) 20 minutes.
  • While noodles cook, remove and discard skin, fat and bones from chicken; shred meat.
  • Skim fat from soup and discard. Return chicken to soup to serve.

SOULFUL CHICKEN SOUP



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Lucky for you, this slow cooker chicken soup recipe is about to become your new go-to.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 8h20m

Yield Makes 11 cups

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, skinned and trimmed
3 medium carrots, cut into ½-inch pieces (1 ¼ cups)
1 celery root, cut into ½-inch pieces (2 cups)
1 medium leek, white and light green parts only, cleaned, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
2 fresh thyme sprigs
2 fresh sage sprigs
1 fresh rosemary sprig
1 bay leaf
1 ½ teaspoons table salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 cups chicken broth
2 cups wide egg noodles
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place chicken and next 11 ingredients in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW 6 hours or until chicken and vegetables are tender and chicken separates from bone.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker. Dice meat, discarding bones. Return meat to slow cooker. Stir in noodles and parsley. Cover and cook on HIGH 15 to 20 minutes or until noodles are tender. Stir in lemon juice. Serve immediately, and garnish with any leftover chopped fresh parsley.

EASY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN SOUP



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Delicious and flavorful easy slow cooker chicken soup.

Provided by Tara Harrison

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Cream Soup Recipes     Cream of Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups water
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
3 small baby bell peppers, chopped
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix (such as Lipton®)

Steps:

  • Mix water, cream of mushroom soup, chicken, onion, celery, carrots, baby bell peppers, and onion soup mix together in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours. Shred chicken using two forks and stir soup well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 40.6 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 809.5 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN SOUP RECIPE



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This refreshing slow cooker chicken soup is a must-try. It's packed with vegetables, pulled chicken, and cooked in a delicious herby chicken broth.

Provided by Gus

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 kg (2.2 lb) chicken pieces
1 leek, chopped
2 tsp garlic, crushed
2 celery stalks, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
2 bay leaves
½ tsp thyme
½ tsp rosemary
2 l (2.1 qt) chicken stock
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Add all the ingredients into the slow cooker except for the parsley.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours.
  • Skim the foam and fat off the top of the liquid. Remove and discard the bay leaves.
  • Remove the chicken and shred using two forks. Add the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker.
  • Season to taste.
  • Cook on high for 15 minutes or until hot.
  • Stir in the parsley.
  • Serve & Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 536.0 g, Calories 321.0 kcal, Fat 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 118 mg, Sodium 623 mg, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 43 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This slow cooker version of the classic soup is super easy to make. We used chicken thighs because they're less expensive than breasts and tend not to dry out. If you like, skip the noodles and stir in your favorite cooked grain at the end.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 3 large carrots)
6 ounces celery, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 5 large stalks)
1/4 small onion, peeled and root end intact
2 large sprigs parsley, plus 1/4 cup chopped leaves
2 large sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6 thighs)
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
6 ounces wide egg noodles (about 4 cups)
1 to 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss the carrots and celery together in the slow cooker. Add the onion, sprigs parsley, thyme, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Rub the chicken thighs all over, including under the skin, with 1 teaspoon salt total, and put them on top of the vegetables. Add the chicken broth. Cover, and cook on low for 8 hours. During the last 15 minutes of cooking, remove the chicken and stir in the noodles.
  • While the noodles cook, remove and discard the chicken skin and bones and shred the chicken-it will mostly fall apart on its own. When the noodles are done, turn off the cooker, remove the parsley and thyme stems, and add the shredded chicken and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Taste, and add more lemon juice and salt as needed. Stir in a good amount of pepper and the chopped parsley, and serve hot.

SLOW-COOKER LEMONY CHICKEN SOUP



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This lemony, herbal take on chicken soup highlights produce, but the basic technique is useful any time you want chicken soup with minimum effort. Slow-cooking chicken in stock creates a richly flavored, double-concentrated stock. Homemade stock is ideal, but you can also use your favorite store-bought stock. Stock concentrate paste like Better Than Bouillon is particularly good because it is natural-tasting, cost-effective and keeps in the fridge for a very long time. (Check the jar for how to reconstitute the paste. For this soup, no need to use boiling water; tap water works fine.) This recipe is flexible: If peas and asparagus aren't available, substitute two cups of quick-cooking vegetables, like fresh or frozen corn, baby spinach or arugula, or thinly sliced zucchini. Instead of tortellini, you can add an equivalent amount of cooked pasta or grains.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 7h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups chicken stock or broth
1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 leeks, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise then thinly sliced crosswise (about 2 cups)
2 carrots, sliced about 1/2-inch thick
2 celery stalks, sliced about 1/2-inch thick
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Black pepper and kosher salt
1 lemon, juiced (2 to 3 tablespoons)
1 cup sliced asparagus (about 12 ounces, trimmed and sliced 1/2-inch thick)
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
9 ounces refrigerated spinach-cheese tortellini (optional; see Tip)
1/2 cup chopped soft fresh herbs, such as dill, mint, tarragon, parsley, chives or a mixture

Steps:

  • In a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker, combine the stock, chicken, leeks, carrots, celery, garlic, red-pepper flakes, onion powder and several generous grinds of black pepper. Add 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt if using salted stock, 1 teaspoon kosher salt if using low-sodium stock or 2 teaspoons kosher salt if using unsalted stock. Cover and cook on low until the chicken and vegetables are very tender, about 7 hours.
  • Increase the heat to high. Using two forks, tear apart the chicken into bite-size pieces. Add the lemon juice, asparagus, peas and tortellini, if using, to the soup. Cover and cook until the vegetables are tender to crisp-tender, and the tortellini is cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the herbs; season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls to serve.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP



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As a mom to four busy children, this recipe is easy to prepare. All I have to do is throw everything into the slow cooker and relax while it's cooking. -Amanda West, Shelbyville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chicken broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn
1-1/2 cups cubed red potatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium sweet red or yellow pepper, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 package (22 ounces) frozen grilled chicken breast strips
1-1/2 cups fresh baby spinach

Steps:

  • In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients. If desired, cut larger chicken strips into bite-size pieces; add to slow cooker., Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until potatoes are tender. Stir in spinach.

Nutrition Facts :

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN SOUP



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Pop the ingredients for this chicken soup into the slow cooker in the morning, and it will be ready by dinner time. Add noodles at the end, if you like

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Lunch, Soup, Supper

Time 8h15m

Yield Serves 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 onion , finely chopped
2 celery sticks, finely chopped
2 carrots , chopped into 1.5cm pieces
2 leeks , halved and sliced
1 bay leaf and 3 thyme sprigs, tied together
1 whole medium chicken (about 1.4kg)
2l chicken stock
1 lemon , juiced
½ small bunch of dill or parsley, finely chopped
crusty bread , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Set your slow cooker to low. Tip in the onion, celery, carrots and leeks and nestle in the bunch of herbs. Sit the chicken on top of the veg and pour over the stock. Cook for 6-8 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and transfer to a board. Shred the meat from the bones using two forks, then return the meat to the slow cooker, discarding the bones. Season to taste and stir through the lemon juice.
  • Remove and discard the bunch of herbs. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the dill or parsley. Serve with crusty bread, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 35 grams protein, Sodium 1.6 milligram of sodium

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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A slow cooker chicken noodle soup with chicken, green onions, carrots, celery, and noodles.

Provided by Megan S

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 6h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
8 cups water
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
1 green onion, chopped
4 cubes chicken bouillon
4 teaspoons dried parsley
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 ounces egg noodles

Steps:

  • Place chicken, water, celery, carrot, green onion, chicken bouillon, parsley, bay leaf, seasoned salt, salt, dried basil, and pepper into the bottom of a slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low until chicken breasts are no longer pink in the centers, 5 to 6 hours.
  • Remove and discard bay leaf. Remove chicken, shred using 2 forks, and return to the pot. Stir in egg noodles.
  • Cover and continue to cook on Low until noodles are tender, 20 to 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1055.4 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your soup more flavor and nutrients. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and leeks.
  • Don't overcrowd the slow cooker. If you add too much food, the soup will not cook evenly. Leave some space between the ingredients so that the liquid can circulate.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add fresh herbs, such as thyme, rosemary, or oregano.
  • Cook the soup on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. The cooking time will vary depending on the type of slow cooker you have and the amount of food you are cooking.
  • Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or crackers. You can also garnish the soup with fresh herbs or shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker chicken soup is a delicious and easy way to get a healthy meal on the table. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a hearty and flavorful soup that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give slow cooker chicken soup a try.

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