Prepare this comforting chicken noodle soup in your slow cooker for a simple, set-it-and-forget-it weeknight meal. It yields tender chicken and a flavorful broth.
Author:leogrant
Prep Time:15 min
Cook Time:6 hours
Total Time:6 hours 15 min
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Slow Cooking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 liters chicken broth
450 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
225 grams egg noodles
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts, sliced carrots, and sliced celery into the basin of your slow cooker.
Pour the chicken broth over the ingredients.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker. Shred the chicken using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Stir in the egg noodles. Cook for an additional 20 to 30 minutes, or until the noodles are tender. Check the manufacturer’s instructions for noodle cooking time in liquid.
Season the soup with salt and pepper to your preference.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a richer broth, you can add 1 tablespoon of dried herbs like thyme or oregano with the initial ingredients.
If you prefer a creamier soup, stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream or milk during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving to brighten the flavor.