Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup (Print out)

Tender chicken, vegetables, and fusilli noodles combine in a warm, satisfying broth for easy enjoyment.

# What You'll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Vegetables and Aromatics

02 - 1 small yellow onion, peeled and diced
03 - 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 3 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 3 large garlic cloves, finely minced

→ Herbs and Seasonings

06 - 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
07 - 1 bay leaf
08 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Broth and Noodles

10 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
11 - 6 ounces fusilli noodles

→ Optional Garnish

12 - Fresh chopped parsley for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Place chicken breasts, diced onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, minced garlic, rosemary sprigs, bay leaf, kosher salt, and black pepper into the slow cooker. Pour in chicken broth and stir gently to mix.
02 - Cover and cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours until chicken is cooked through and tender.
03 - Remove chicken breasts from slow cooker and shred with two forks. Discard bay leaf and rosemary sprigs.
04 - Cook fusilli noodles separately on stovetop according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
05 - Return shredded chicken and cooked noodles to slow cooker. Stir thoroughly and allow to warm for five minutes.
06 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Tender shredded chicken
  • Warm comforting broth
02 -
  • For a richer flavor sauté the onion carrot celery and garlic in a bit of olive oil before adding to the slow cooker
  • Swap fusilli for egg noodles ditalini or other pasta shapes if desired
03 -
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice at the end for brightness
  • For gluten-free use gluten-free pasta and verify broth ingredients
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