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My Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup has so much flavor, with tender chicken, cream, veggies and plenty of basil, you will love this rich version of chicken noodle soup.
If you haven’t tried creamy chicken noodle soup, then this is the perfect recipe to try. I’ve created a perfect crockpot version for you to try. I do have my traditional slow cooker chicken noodle soup that I love, but the cream and extra seasonings take this soup over the top.
Key Ingredients
Chicken Breasts: A few chicken breasts start out in the recipe and shred up nicely after being slow-cooked.
Vegetables: Celery, carrots, and onions – the standards.
Creamy Broth: Chicken broth and heavy cream make the base of the soup.
Seasonings: Thyme, basil, bay leaf, and salt & pepper. This creamy version has more seasonings than regular.
Noodles: I use wide egg noodles for this recipe – they are a classic choice for chicken noodle soup.
Optional Thickener: Cornstarch and cold water if you want to add some thickness
to the soup.
How to Make Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup in the Crockpot
- Cook the chicken with the vegetables, broth, and seasonings.
- Shred the chicken and remove the bay leaves.
- Stir in the cream and cooked noodles, then serve.
Tips & Variations
More Vegetables: Best options for additions are mushrooms, leeks, broccoli or green beans. Add spinach just before serving if desired.
Rice Instead: Add 1 cup of minute brand rice the last 45 minutes instead of adding noodles.
Pasta Shape: Use any shape of pasta you’d like, such as bow-tie, wagon-wheels or ditalini.
Toppings and Sides for Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Toppings: We love freshly ground black pepper and parmesan cheese. You can also crunch up saltine crackers or croutons for the toppings.
Sides: Just add some bread, such as cornbread or garlic breadsticks.
Can noodles be cooked in the slow cooker?
No, if you add the egg noodles to the slow cooker they will turn chalky and fall apart. The slow cooker does not get hot enough, fast enough.
Can Rotisserie chicken be used?
Yes, you can add rotisserie chicken (or leftover chicken or turkey) to soup recipes. Add at the beginning of the cooking time so the broth can become more flavorful. You may need to add more broth before serving for there is less liquid in cooked chicken than raw.
Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
How to Video
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced white onion
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp. dried basil, (plus more for serving)
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. dried thyme
- ¼ tsp. pepper
- 2 bay leaves
Wait to Add
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz. wide or extra wide egg noodles, (cook on stovetop- see directions)
Optional for Thickening
- 3 Tbsp. water
- 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
Instructions
- Add the chicken breasts, vegetables and spices to the slow cooker. Pour over the chicken broth.
- Stir. Place the lid on the slow cooker. Cook on LOW For 6-8 hours.
- When the cooking time is up, boil water to cook the noodles. Cook until the noodles are just done, DO NOT OVER COOK.
- Shred the chicken with two forks (right in the slow cooker). Remove the bay leaf.
- Add the heavy cream and strained noodles to the slow cooker.
- If you would like the soup thicker, mix up the cornstarch and water. Add in with the cream and noodles.
- Stir and serve. Add additional, salt, pepper and basil to taste. I think the more basil the better in this recipe.
Nutrition
Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.
How to Store and Reheat
This soup does freeze well! Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three months. Or in the fridge for up to 4 days. Leftovers are easily reheated in the microwave.
What other Soups can be made in the Slow Cooker?
If you’re looking for easy slow cooker soups, try Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup, Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili, and Slow Cooker Zuppa Toscana for flavorful options.
Slow Cooker Beef Stew, Bean and Bacon Soup, and Corned Beef Soup are great when you want something hearty.
Slow Cooker Chicken Wild Rice Soup is another great choice for a simple, satisfying meal.
