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Creamy Cozy Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

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A warm, comforting, and creamy chicken noodle soup made effortlessly in a slow cooker, perfect for cold days and busy schedules.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 8 ounces egg noodles, cooked separately
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth, preferably low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter for sautéing

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice 2 medium carrots, chop 2 celery stalks, finely dice 1 medium yellow onion, and mince 3 garlic cloves (about 10 minutes prep).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  3. Transfer sautéed veggies to the slow cooker. Add 6 cups chicken broth, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, and 1 bay leaf. Stir to combine.
  4. Add 3 cups shredded cooked chicken to the slow cooker. Season with salt and black pepper (start with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper).
  5. Cover and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld but not exceeding 4 hours to avoid drying out the chicken.
  6. About 15 minutes before soup is done, cook 8 ounces egg noodles in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  7. Remove bay leaf from slow cooker. Lower heat to warm setting. Add 1 cup heavy cream and 4 ounces softened cream cheese. Stir gently until cream cheese melts into a smooth, creamy broth.
  8. Stir in cooked noodles just before serving to prevent mushiness. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Notes

Sautéing vegetables before adding to the slow cooker enhances flavor. Cook noodles separately to avoid sogginess. Use softened cream cheese for a silky texture; microwave for 15 seconds if needed. For thicker soup, mash some cooked carrots. Can substitute gluten-free pasta or spiralized zucchini for noodles. Dairy-free options include coconut milk and dairy-free cream cheese.

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