Description
Warm and comforting, this slow cooker chicken soup is the ultimate cozy dish for any occasion. With tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered to perfection, it’s a hassle-free recipe that brings heartfelt flavors right to your table. The delightful aroma will fill your home as it cooks, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep. Just set it and forget it while you enjoy your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper.
- Chop carrots, celery, onion, and garlic; add them on top of the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth until all ingredients are submerged.
- Sprinkle dried thyme over the contents and stir gently.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
- After cooking, shred the chicken using two forks before returning it to the soup. Stir well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg