Description
A comforting and hearty Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup featuring tender shredded chicken simmered with diced onions, garlic, crushed tomatoes, and Italian herbs in a flavorful broth. This slow-cooked soup is finished with pasta, Parmesan, mozzarella, and a touch of cream for a rich and satisfying meal perfect for cozy days.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta and Cheese
- 1 cup uncooked small pasta (ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional and Garnish
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts or thighs, diced onion, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, dried basil, dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker.
- Cook the Soup: Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker, shred it finely using two forks, and then return the shredded chicken back into the soup.
- Add Pasta and Cook: Stir in uncooked small pasta and cook on high heat in the slow cooker for an additional 15 to 20 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- Add Cheeses and Cream: Incorporate grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheese into the soup, stirring until melted and well combined. If using, stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half for a creamy finish.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil or parsley, extra cheese, or croutons as desired.
Notes
- You can use either chicken breasts or thighs depending on your preference for lean or more flavorful meat.
- Crushed red pepper flakes are optional; omit if you prefer no heat.
- Pasta should be added towards the end to avoid overcooking and becoming mushy.
- The heavy cream or half-and-half adds creaminess but can be left out for a lighter version.
- Fresh herbs such as basil or parsley add a fresh burst of flavor when serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high, plus 15 to 20 minutes for pasta
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: chicken parmesan soup, crockpot soup, slow cooker chicken soup, Italian chicken soup, comfort food, easy dinner, weeknight meal
