Description
This Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup brings the classic flavors of chicken parmesan into a rich and comforting soup. The creamy broth, tender chicken, garlic, tomatoes, and parmesan cheese combine effortlessly for a hearty, satisfying dish. Perfect for busy days or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make soup will soon be a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for added heat)
Instructions
- Sauté the Onions and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onions until soft. Add garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine Ingredients in the Crock Pot: Add the chicken breasts, sautéed onions, garlic, diced tomatoes (with juices), chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the Crock Pot. Stir to combine.
- Cook on Low: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. For faster cooking, you can cook on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the Crock Pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.
- Add the Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Continue to cook for another 30 minutes until the soup is creamy and the cheese has melted.
- Optional Pasta: If adding pasta, cook separately and stir it in just before serving.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, and garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese if desired
Notes
- Use Bone-In Chicken: For added flavor, use bone-in chicken breasts or thighs. Just remove the bones before shredding.
- Don’t Skip the Cream: The heavy cream is what makes this soup creamy and rich—avoid substituting with milk.
- Shred the Chicken Well: For optimal texture, shred the chicken into small pieces for better flavor absorption.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low setting)
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker (Crock Pot)
- Cuisine: Italian, American