Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting meal that’s incredibly easy to make. This slow cooker recipe simmers simple ingredients to perfection, creating a hearty and satisfying soup. Packed with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and soft egg noodles, this dish is ideal for cold weather, busy weeknights, or when you need a nourishing meal with little hands-on cooking time. 

Family meals like this homemade chicken noodle soup always bring back fond memories. I especially remember my Great Aunt Kate, who made the most delicious chicken noodle soup. Years later, my dad revealed her secret: she used canned chicken and broth! It made me chuckle, but also appreciate those simple shortcuts. This soup reminds me of her, and how comforting a simple bowl can be.

Other simple dishes that are made from family recipes also take shortcuts like this Best Spaghetti and Meatballs or this Slow Cooker Lazy Lasagna. Both have been made in my family for many years and requested often as this chicken soup is, too.

Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

While my Aunt’s recipe used canned chicken, I used fresh chicken breasts that slow cooked in the stock and vegetables. When I make my stove-top chicken noodle soup, sometimes I use canned chicken if I’m in a pinch and it’s delicious.

You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs for tender, juicy meat that shreds easily. The combination of carrots, celery, onions, and garlic creates a classic base, while egg noodles add the perfect texture.

Unlike store-bought options, homemade chicken noodle soup is free from preservatives and allows you to control the seasoning and ingredient quality for a healthier option.

Timesaving Tips and Variations

Save time and adjust this soup to your schedule with these quick tips and variations. Whether you need faster prep or ingredient swaps, these ideas keep it simple and flavorful.

• Skip cooking raw chicken by adding pre-cooked, shredded rotisserie chicken in the last 30 minutes.
• Prep and store chopped carrots and celery in the fridge the night before for quick assembly.
• You can use any type of noodles you prefer or even small pasta shapes.
• Not a fan of pasta? Use cooked rice.
• You can use this homemade chicken stock recipe instead of store-bought.
• Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup, such as peas, corn, or green beans.

These simple adjustments help tailor the soup to your needs while cutting down on prep time.

Frequently Asked Questions

What to Serve with Soup

Looking for ideas to round out your meal? These dishes complement this homemade soup perfectly:

• Homemade Rosemary Bread
• The Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich
• Cucumber Tomato Salad
• Southern-Style Skillet Biscuits

This soup is incredibly versatile! Feel free to pair it with your favorite sides for a complete meal.

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Recommended Tools for Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Having the right tools can make the cooking process even smoother. Here are some recommended tools for this recipe:

• Hamilton Beach 6 Qt. Slow Cooker
• large pot (to cook the pasta)
• cutting board
• sharp knife
• soup ladle
• soup bowls

These tools make preparation and serving effortless. Cook with ease and enjoy the flavorful results!

Ingredients for chicken noodle soup in the crock pot

Before you start cooking, let’s make sure you have everything we need. This recipe uses simple, accessible ingredients that you can find in your local grocery store.

• chicken breasts
• carrots
• celery
• garlic cloves
• frozen pearl onions
• unsalted chicken stock
• salt and pepper to taste
• dried bay leaves
• dried thyme
• dried rosemary
• celery seed
• egg noodles (cooked)

With these simple ingredients, you’ll be well on your way to creating a comforting and flavorful soup. Let’s get cooking!

Directions to make crockpot chicken noodle soup

Place chicken breasts into the crock pot. Add carrots, celery, garlic, and frozen pearl onions. Add bay leaves and salt & pepper. Combine the thyme, rosemary, and celery seed in the palm of your hand. As you sprinkle the seasonings into the soup, crush them between your fingers. This helps release the flavors of the seasonings.

Pour the chicken stock over the chicken and vegetables. Give the soup a bit of a mix and cover. Cook on low for 5 1/2 hours. Remove chicken and let sit on a platter for about 5-10 minutes. You want it to cool a few minutes so when you cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces it doesn’t just shred.

After cutting the chicken into pieces, return the chicken to the crock pot and let cook another 30 – 60 minutes or until your carrots and celery are tender but still a bit crisp. I like the vegetables to be fork-tender but not mushy.

Cook your egg noodles according to the package directions. To serve, place a handful of egg noodles in a bowl and ladle soup over them. Enjoy with some crusty bread.

Note: If you desire to, you can add the egg noodles to the crock pot for the last 15 minutes of cooking time to reheat them. I will do this if I know there will not be leftovers. The noodles will soak up the broth too much otherwise.

With just a few simple steps, you’ll have a homemade soup that’s hearty and satisfying. Let the slow cooker do the work while you enjoy a comforting meal with minimal effort.

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Enjoy!