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A comforting bowl of crockpot chicken noodle soup, steaming and ready to eat.

Upgraded Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup

This Upgraded Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting and nutritious meal, featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and savory herbs, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker for an easy and delicious experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker (6-quart or larger)
  • Skillet (optional)

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • ½ cup chopped fresh dill and/or parsley
  • 1 cup whole wheat elbow macaroni or egg noodles
  • 1 cup chopped spinach or kale
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil optional, for sautéing

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • If desired, sauté onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil for 5-7 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Place chicken in the slow cooker; add sautéed or raw vegetables, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, then sprinkle with thyme and oregano.
  • Pour chicken broth over all ingredients in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and easily shredded.
  • Remove chicken from the slow cooker, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
  • Add noodles, peas, spinach or kale, and nutritional yeast to the slow cooker.
  • Increase the slow cooker to high and cook for 20-30 minutes until noodles are tender.
  • Stir in fresh dill and/or parsley, then season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

For an even richer flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth. You can also add other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for variety. Adjust spice levels to your preference by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes. This soup freezes well without the noodles; add freshly cooked noodles when reheating. Enjoy with a crusty bread for a complete meal!