Cozy Slow Cooker Chicken Parm Soup
A hearty and comforting soup that combines the classic flavors of chicken parmesan with the ease of slow cooking. Perfect for chilly evenings or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup small pasta shapes (e.g., ditalini or elbow macaroni)
Instructions
- Dice the onion, slice the carrots, and mince the garlic.
- Place chicken breasts, chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, minced garlic, diced onion, sliced carrots, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Stir to combine and ensure the chicken is submerged.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
- Stir in the pasta and cook for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Optionally, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and let it melt.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
[‘Prep veggies the night before to save time.’, ‘Shred the chicken for a cohesive texture.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.’, ‘Avoid overcooking the pasta to prevent it from becoming mushy.’, ‘Layer Parmesan and mozzarella for extra cheesiness.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 30
Keywords: slow cooker, chicken parmesan soup, comfort food, easy dinner, hearty soup, Italian recipe