Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup

Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 240 min Total Time: 255 min
Yield: 6 servings Category: Dishes Cuisine: Italian Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free pasta)

Description

Description A cozy recipe that combines the heartiness of chicken soup with the savory flavors of Chicken Parmesan, perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into 1 -inch cubes
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (optional for searing)
  • 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp dried basil
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp pepper
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini, fusilli, elbows, or rotini)
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Instructions

  1. Sear cubed chicken in olive oil for 2-3 minutes until golden (optional).
  2. Sauté diced onion for 5-7 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Transfer onions and garlic to slow cooker, add chicken, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  5. Shred chicken and return to slow cooker.
  6. Add heavy cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan. Stir until melted.
  7. Add pasta and cook on HIGH for 15-20 minutes until al dente.
  8. Serve and garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with hearty vegetables and use vegetable broth. Cook the pasta separately if storing leftovers.