Description
Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup is a warm, hearty, and creamy slow cooker meal that captures the rich flavors of classic chicken parmesan in a comforting soup form. Made with tender chicken, parmesan cheese, creamy broth, crushed tomatoes, and pasta, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy days, offering a flavorful, family-friendly dish that’s simple to prepare and sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2–3 chicken breasts or thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
Liquids & Dairy
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings & Herbs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
- 1 cup small pasta (such as small shells or rotini)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Chop the onions and mince the garlic, then add them to the crock pot along with the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. This will form the flavorful foundation of the soup.
- Add the Chicken: Place raw chicken breasts or thighs directly into the crock pot, allowing them to cook slowly and infuse the broth with savory flavor.
- Simmer Slow and Low: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for about 6 hours or on high for approximately 3 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the crock pot, shred it with forks, then stir the shredded chicken back into the soup to distribute evenly.
- Add Pasta and Cream: Stir in your choice of small pasta, then pour in the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheese melts and the soup develops a velvety texture.
- Finish Cooking: Let the soup cook for another 15-20 minutes or until the pasta is al dente — tender yet firm to the bite.
Notes
- Use fresh grated parmesan cheese for a sharper, creamier flavor compared to pre-grated options.
- Add pasta during the last 30 minutes of cooking to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Adjust salt and pepper at the end of cooking, especially after adding cream and cheese.
- Choose chicken thighs for juicier meat or add a splash of broth if the soup appears dry.
- Let the soup rest for a few minutes after cooking to thicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
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