Chicken Pasta Soup Crock Pot Recipe
Description
This Chicken Pasta Soup Crock Pot Recipe is a delicious, comforting and hearty meal that is perfect for those cold winter nights. This soup is so simple to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. The best part is that it can be made in the slow cooker and left to simmer all day long, so you can enjoy it when you’re ready. The rich and creamy broth is made with chicken, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and spices and is loaded with tender pasta. You’ll love how easy this recipe is and how much flavor it packs.
Prep Time
This Chicken Pasta Soup Crock Pot Recipe takes about 10 minutes of prep time. This includes chopping the vegetables, gathering the ingredients, and adding them to the slow cooker.
Cook Time
The cook time for this Chicken Pasta Soup Crock Pot Recipe is about 6-8 hours. This is the perfect dish to make ahead of time and have ready when you're ready to eat.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 pound pasta
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, combine the chicken, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, olive oil, oregano, basil, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Add the pasta and stir to combine. Cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
- Remove the bay leaves and discard. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the soup topped with fresh parsley.
Equipment
This Chicken Pasta Soup Crock Pot Recipe requires a few pieces of equipment. You will need a slow cooker, a cutting board, a knife, and a large spoon or ladle for serving.
Notes
This soup is great for meal prep. Simply make the soup and store it in individual containers for easy lunches or dinners throughout the week. The soup will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze the soup for up to 3 months.
Nutrition: Per Serving
This Chicken Pasta Soup Crock Pot Recipe is full of protein, carbohydrates, and vitamins and minerals. One serving contains about 450 calories, 24 grams of protein, 49 grams of carbohydrates, 5 grams of fat, and 8 grams of fiber.
Recipe Tips
- Feel free to use any type of pasta you like. This recipe calls for pasta shells, but you can use any type of small pasta such as macaroni, elbow, or penne.
- If you don’t have fresh herbs, you can substitute dried herbs. The ratio for dried to fresh herbs is 1:3, so use 1 teaspoon of dried herbs for every 3 teaspoons of fresh herbs.
- If you want to add more vegetables, feel free to add any type of chopped vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini.
- To make the soup richer and creamier, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or half-and-half before serving.
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