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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Cozy, hands-off chicken noodle soup with tender chicken, soft vegetables, and comforting noodles. Your slow cooker does the work.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.75 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 cup low-sodium chicken broth add more to thin if desired
  • 2 cup sliced carrots
  • 1.25 cup sliced celery
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley flakes
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 0.75 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 oz wide egg noodles stir in near the end
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice brightens the broth
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Load the slow cooker with broth, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic.
  • Season with thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Nestle chicken breasts into the mixture, submerging them in the broth.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours, or High for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Transfer chicken to a board and shred with two forks. Skim broth if needed.
  • Stir in egg noodles. Cook on High until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Return shredded chicken to the pot. Add lemon juice and fresh parsley.
  • Taste and adjust salt or pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve warm.

Notes

Variation: Swap chicken breasts for boneless thighs for richer flavor. Add a splash of extra broth if the noodles thicken the soup. Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days; add a little broth or water when reheating to loosen.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.