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Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup

A rich and comforting slow cooker soup with tender shredded chicken, crushed tomatoes, heavy cream, and silky Parmesan. Ready with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth Better Than Bouillon recommended
  • 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 14.5 oz crushed tomatoes 1 can, San Marzano preferred
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese do not use pre-grated
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water, optional for thickening
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker or crock pot
  • Tongs
  • Two forks for shredding
  • Small bowl for cornstarch slurry

Method
 

  1. Place raw chicken in the bottom of the crock pot. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and crushed tomatoes on top. Pour chicken broth over everything and stir gently. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until chicken reaches 165 degrees F internally.
  2. Remove chicken with tongs and transfer to a cutting board. Shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crock pot.
  3. Stir in heavy cream until fully combined. If thicker soup is desired, whisk cornstarch with cold water to form a slurry and stir into the pot. Cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Add freshly grated Parmesan in three batches, stirring constantly after each addition until fully melted before adding more.
  5. Cook uncovered on low for 20 to 30 more minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For freezing, leave out cream and Parmesan and add them fresh when reheating. Add cooked pasta during the last 10 minutes for a heartier meal. San Marzano tomatoes give the best flavor.