Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup with Fresh Ingredients

Added by kocky, September 21, 2024
soups → noodle-soup
American cuisine

This slow cooker creamy chicken noodle soup offers rich comfort with tender chicken, soft noodles, and creamy broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner or lunch, it's easy to make with a slow cooker.

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Recipe:

Ingrediens

• 1.5 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cups carrots, sliced
• 2 cups celery, chopped
• 8 oz egg noodles (wide)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, and thyme.
2. Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side, until lightly golden. This will help lock in the flavor.
3. Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place the chicken, garlic, onion, carrots, celery, rosemary, and chicken broth into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
4. Shred the Chicken: After the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
5. Cook the Noodles: Add the egg noodles and cook on high for an additional 30 minutes until they’re soft.
6. Prepare the Cream Base: In a small bowl, whisk the heavy cream and flour until smooth. Stir the mixture into the slow cooker and cook on high for another 10-15 minutes to thicken the soup.
7. Season and Garnish: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Tips and Tricks

1. Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh vegetables and herbs add extra depth to the flavor.
2. Avoid Overcooking the Noodles: Add noodles towards the end to prevent them from becoming mushy.
3. Make it Creamier: For an extra creamy soup, substitute half the water for more heavy cream.

Historical & Cultural Overview

Chicken noodle soup has long been a staple in American cuisine, commonly associated with warmth, comfort, and home cooking. Originating from early 20th-century recipes, it evolved over the years with each region adding its own twist. The creamy variation of chicken noodle soup is a modern adaptation, merging the traditional broth-based soup with a rich, velvety texture, making it a favorite across many cultures.

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