Description
Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup is a warm, creamy delight that envelops your senses with its rich, savory aroma. The tender chicken melds beautifully with the tangy tomatoes and the nutty flavor of Parmesan, creating a comforting bowl that feels like a hug on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Vegetables: 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced
- Liquids: 4 cups chicken broth; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 cup heavy cream
- Seasonings: 1 tsp dried basil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; salt and pepper to taste
- Cheese: 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pasta: 1 cup uncooked small pasta (like ditalini or elbow)
Instructions
- In a crockpot, combine the diced chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery.
- Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and uncooked pasta. Cover and continue cooking until the pasta is tender.
- Once cooked, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, allow the soup to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: main-dish
- Method: slow cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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