Description
If you’re in search of a heartwarming dish that embodies comfort and nourishment, look no further than this Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup. With its rich and savory broth, tender chicken, and hearty vegetables, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or chilly days when you want something warm and satisfying. Just toss your ingredients into the slow cooker, set it, and let the magic happen while you go about your day. The delightful aroma that fills your kitchen is just the beginning; each bowl promises to be a hug in a dish. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to customize with your favorite veggies or noodles, making it a versatile option for any family gathering or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 64 oz chicken stock
- 4 bone-in chicken breasts (skin-on)
- 1 sweet yellow onion (chopped)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3–4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 head garlic (cut off the top)
- 3 medium carrots (sliced)
- 4 celery stalks (sliced)
- Your favorite noodles
Instructions
- Combine chicken stock, chicken breasts, chopped onion, bay leaf, salt, pepper, thyme sprigs, and garlic in the slow cooker.
- Cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
- About an hour before serving (if on HIGH) or two hours before (if on LOW), shred cooked chicken and return it to the pot along with sliced carrots and celery.
- Cook your noodles separately according to package instructions until al dente.
- Adjust seasoning before serving and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg