Description
This Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup combines tender shredded chicken, a rich tomato base, and melty cheese for a comforting twist on classic chicken parmesan. Perfectly hearty and flavorful, it’s an easy one-pot meal that’s ready when you are.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium recommended)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup uncooked pasta (penne or rotini work well)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup heavy cream (optional, for added richness)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Add diced onion to the bottom of your crockpot to create an aromatic foundation. This infuses flavor into the chicken as it cooks.
- Layer the Key Components: Place chicken breasts on top of the onions. Add minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Do not stir—this layering ensures even cooking.
- Set It and (Almost) Forget It: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours. The slow cooking process melds flavors and makes the chicken tender enough to shred easily.
- The Mid-Cook Addition: About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and add uncooked pasta. Let the pasta cook in the broth for 20–25 minutes until tender.
- Make It Creamy and Cheesy: Once the pasta is cooked, stir in Parmesan cheese, mozzarella, and heavy cream (if using). The residual heat will melt the cheese, creating a creamy, cheesy broth.
- The Final Touch: Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Ladle into bowls, top with additional Parmesan, mozzarella, and fresh basil. Serve with crusty garlic bread for dipping!
Notes
Substitutions: Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for extra richness. Substitute half-and-half or whole milk for heavy cream if desired. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta or serve over cooked rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (LOW) or 3 hours (HIGH)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: crockpot chicken parmesan soup, slow cooker soup, easy chicken soup, cheesy tomato soup