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Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup

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This easy, comforting soup transforms classic chicken parmesan flavors into a creamy, cheesy, tomato-rich bowl made effortlessly in your slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s packed with tender chicken, Italian spices, and a velvety broth that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
  • 1/2 cup diced roasted red peppers (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cooked small pasta shells or orzo (optional)
  • Extra parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Crusty bread or garlic toast (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion and mince garlic. Cut cream cheese into cubes. Pat chicken breasts dry.
  2. In a 6-quart crock pot, add chicken breasts, onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, basil, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours, or HIGH for 2.5-3 hours, until chicken is fork-tender.
  4. Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crock pot.
  5. Stir in cream cheese cubes, heavy cream, and grated parmesan. Mix until cream cheese is melted and broth is creamy.
  6. Add optional spinach, roasted red peppers, or cooked pasta. Let warm through for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more salt, pepper, or parmesan if needed. Adjust consistency with extra broth if too thick.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with parmesan, fresh basil, and cracked pepper. Serve with crusty bread or garlic toast.

Notes

For best results, use freshly grated parmesan and cube cream cheese before adding. You can prep ingredients the night before and refrigerate. Adjust spice level with red pepper flakes. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and vegan parmesan. Soup thickens as it sits; add broth to thin when reheating. Freezes well for up to 2 months.

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