Are you tired of the same old boring soup recipes? Do you crave a comforting, soul-warming bowl of goodness that will become a staple in your household? Look no further! Mimi's Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup is a game-changer. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 6 hours of slow-cooked goodness, this recipe yields 6 servings of tender, flavorful chicken, vegetables, and noodles that will leave everyone wanting more. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into this easy and delicious recipe that's sure to become a family favorite!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables. Dice carrots into small, uniform cubes, chop celery and onion finely, and mince garlic cloves.
- Place whole chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Add diced carrots, celery, chopped onion, and minced garlic around and on top of the chicken breasts.
- Pour chicken broth over the ingredients, making sure the chicken is mostly covered.
- Sprinkle dried thyme, salt, and pepper evenly across the surface of the ingredients.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low heat. Cook for 6 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and flavors to meld together.
- After 6 hours, carefully remove chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
- Add egg noodles to the slow cooker and stir. Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until noodles are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot in bowls, ensuring each serving has a good mix of chicken, vegetables, and noodles.
Tips
- * To ensure tender and juicy chicken, make sure to not overlap the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. * Use high-quality chicken broth for the best flavor. * Don't overcook the noodles - 10-15 minutes is the perfect time to achieve tender, yet still firm, noodles. * Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed before serving to ensure the perfect balance of flavors. * Consider making a double batch and freezing some for later - this soup freezes beautifully!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 70mg
