Slow Cooker Italian Chicken Noodle Soup
A comforting and hearty Italian chicken noodle soup made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 250 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soups
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: No restrictions
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the chicken breast, chicken broth, minced garlic, roasted red peppers, and Italian seasoning in a slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Remove the chicken breast from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks before returning it to the soup.
- Stir in the egg noodles and heavy cream, and cook for an additional 20-30 minutes until the noodles are tender.
- Mix in the grated parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or non-dairy alternatives. Monitor noodle cooking time closely to avoid overcooking.