Comforting Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe
This Comforting Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup combines the rich flavors of classic chicken parmesan with the ease of slow cooker preparation. Tender chicken simmers in a savory tomato broth enhanced with garlic, Italian seasoning, and creamy Parmesan, then finished with pasta, mozzarella, and crispy sautéed breadcrumbs for a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours (slow cooker low) or 3 to 4 hours (slow cooker high), plus 15 to 30 minutes for pasta cooking
- Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pounds Boneless Chicken Breasts (or rotisserie chicken for quicker prep)
- 4 cloves Minced Garlic (fresh is best, but jarred works too)
- 28 oz Crushed Tomatoes (canned)
- 15 oz Tomato Sauce (canned)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust according to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Italian Seasoning (make your own blend for a personal touch)
- 4 cups Chicken Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
Dairy and Cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly shaved)
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream (or half-and-half as a lighter alternative)
- 1½ cups Shredded Mozzarella (feel free to experiment with other melting cheeses)
Carbohydrates and Sauté Elements
- 8 oz Rotini Pasta (uncooked, any preferred shape can be swapped in)
- ½ cup Breadcrumbs (gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten sensitivities)
- 1 tablespoon Butter (used to sauté breadcrumbs for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients in Crockpot: In your crock pot, toss together the boneless chicken breasts, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, ground black pepper, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth. Mix it well to ensure even flavor distribution throughout the soup.
- Cook Chicken Slowly: Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Shred Chicken and Add Dairy & Pasta: Once cooked, carefully shred the chicken using two forks right in the pot. Stir in the freshly shaved Parmesan cheese, heavy whipping cream, and uncooked rotini pasta to enrich the soup and provide body.
- Cook Pasta in Soup: Cover the crock pot again and cook on high for an additional 15 minutes or on low for 30 minutes, just until the pasta is tender but not mushy.
- Sauté Breadcrumbs: In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the breadcrumbs and sauté until golden brown and crisp to add a delightful texture contrast.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls, topping each serving generously with shredded mozzarella cheese and the sautéed breadcrumbs for a perfect finishing touch.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth and omit the chicken, or use plant-based chicken alternatives.
- Using rotisserie chicken can reduce overall cooking time significantly.
- Adjust salt according to the saltiness of your broth and tomato products.
- For a lighter soup, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or use a lower-fat cream option.
- Gluten-free breadcrumbs and pasta can be used to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; pasta may soak up soup, so add extra broth or water when reheating.
Keywords: chicken parmesan soup, crockpot chicken soup, slow cooker soup, comfort food, casserole soup, easy dinner, Italian soup, creamy soup, rotini pasta soup
