Description
This Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup is a simple, one-pot meal packed with tender shredded chicken, tomatoes, Italian herbs, and pasta, all simmered to perfection in a slow cooker. Topped with melty mozzarella and Parmesan, it’s the ultimate comfort food—without the hassle of breading and frying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 cup uncooked small pasta (such as rotini, ditalini, or elbow)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for a creamy version)
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
- Croutons or garlic bread (for serving)
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker
- Place chicken breasts, crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes into the crockpot.
- Cook
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- Shred Chicken
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the crockpot.
- Add Pasta & Cheese
- Stir in uncooked pasta and Parmesan cheese. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Finish & Serve
- Stir in heavy cream (if using) for a richer texture.
- Ladle soup into bowls and top with mozzarella cheese and fresh basil.
- Serve warm with croutons or garlic bread for dipping!
Notes
Make it Low-Carb: Swap pasta for cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles (stir in at the end).
Use Pre-Cooked Chicken: If using rotisserie chicken, add it in the last 20 minutes of cooking.
Creamy Version: Stir in ½ cup heavy cream or cream cheese for extra richness.
Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days. The pasta may absorb liquid, so add extra broth when reheating.