Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup (Printable)

Slow-cooked chicken with tender vegetables and fusilli noodles in a warm, flavorful broth.

# Ingredient List:

→ Poultry

01 - 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

→ Vegetables & 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 & Seasonings

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

→ Broth & Noodles

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

→ Optional Garnish

12 - Fresh chopped parsley

# Steps:

01 - Place chicken breasts, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, rosemary sprigs, bay leaf, salt, and pepper into the slow cooker. Pour chicken broth over and stir gently to combine.
02 - Cover and cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
03 - Remove chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Discard bay leaf and rosemary sprigs.
04 - Prepare fusilli noodles on stovetop according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
05 - Return shredded chicken and cooked noodles to the slow cooker. Stir thoroughly and allow to heat through for approximately 5 minutes.
06 - Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley as desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

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