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Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

by Sarah Olson on September 10, 2019 | Updated December 28, 2020 18 Comments

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This is the best Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle soup, just like grandma used to make! This is a great all-day cooking recipe that is great to come home to.

Chicken noodle soup can be made in so many ways, this is a classic version but why not try curried chicken noodle soup or bacon ranch chicken noodle soup next time!

Chicken noodle soup in a slow cooker with spaghetti type noodles, carrots and celery.

How to make Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup:

  • Start by adding chicken breasts, veggies, bay leaves, spices and salt and pepper to the slow cooker. Add chicken broth and stir.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
Uncooked chicken, sliced carrots, celery, diced onions, bay leaves and pepper in a slow cooker.
  • When the cooking time is done, cook the noodles on the stovetop as the package directs.
  • Drain the noodles and add them to the soup in the slow cooker.
  • Serve and enjoy!
chicken noodle soup in the slow cooker not yet cooked.

Can I use chicken thighs?

  • Chicken thighs work great in this recipe, use the same amount as you would chicken breasts.
  • I like to trim the large pieces of fat from the chicken thighs to prevent the soup from getting greasy.

Would precooked chicken such as a rotisserie chicken work in this recipe?

  • You can use cooked chicken in this recipe but keep in mind you will lose some flavor as raw chicken will add more flavor to the broth.
  • Add 2-3 cups of cooked chicken instead of raw chicken if desired.
finished cooking chicken noodle soup with rolls on the side.

Can I put uncooked noodles in slow cooker chicken noodle soup?

  • For the best results do not add uncooked noodles to the slow cooker. The slow cooker does not get hot enough fast enough.
  • Cook the noodles on the stove-top to al-dente, drain and then add to the soup in the slow cooker towards the end of the cooking time.
  • Using this method will give you a better texture of pasta.
close up of cooked chicken noodle soup in a slow cooker.

What can I do if my soup thickens too much?

  • Add water or chicken broth if this soup thickens.
  • I often have to add more broth to the leftovers as the noodles soak up the moisture.
3 bowls of chicken noodle soup.

Can I freeze this?

Yes! This chicken noodle soup freezes very well. I often give the extras of this to neighbors and my mom so they can stock their freezers and can have soup at any time.

  • Let cool off before adding to containers.
  • Place in plastic containers with a tight fitting lid. Leave an inch of room at the top for expansion.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To thaw, place in fridge 24 hours before needing.
  • Heat in microwave in the plastic container or on the stove top in a pan.

You may like these other soups here on The Magical Slow Cooker:

  • Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup
  • Slow Cooker French Dip Soup
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
  • Slow Cooker Curried Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Slow Cooker Turkey and Brown Rice Soup
  • Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings
  • Slow Cooker French Onion Soup

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Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

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Homemade chicken noodle soup in the slow cooker.
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours 45 minutes
Total Time: 9 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 231kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker- 6 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts (thighs work great too!)
  • 8 cups Chicken Broth (or stock)
  • 3 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 1 small white onion diced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 8 ounces spaghetti noodles broken up (see directions how to cook)
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Instructions:

  • Add the chicken, carrots, onion and celery to the slow cooker. Add the salt, pepper, thyme and pour over the chicken broth. Stir.
  • Cover, and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  • After the 8 hours are up, cook the noodles on the stove top according to their package directions.
  • Shred the chicken with two forks right in the slow cooker.
  • Drain the noodles well and add to the soup in the slow cooker. Stir and serve!

How to Video:

Recipe Notes:

Can I use cooked chicken such as a rotisserie chicken?

Yes, but keep in mind you get a more flavorful soup using raw chicken. If you need to use cooked chicken use 2-3 cups in lieu of the raw chicken.

Can I put my noodles uncooked into the slow cooker?

NO! The slow cooker doesn’t get hot enough fast enough and the noodles will be chalky and mushy. Cook the noodles as stated on the package, drain and add to the soup in the slow cooker.

Can I freeze this?

Yes, this soup freezes great. Freeze for up to 3 months.

My soup is too thick?

Add water or more chicken broth. The soup will tend to thicken the longer the lid has been opened or after it has been refrigerated. 

Nutrition:

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 1104mg | Potassium: 685mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3892IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Judy says

      December 29, 2020 at 4:05 am

      I have tyme leaves as a spice, it that ok? I also make my noodles separate and just add them to the bowl when serving.

      Reply
    2. Anonymous says

      December 21, 2020 at 10:26 am

      What would be considered a serving for this soup? Like 1-1.5 cups?

      Reply
    3. Sharon says

      December 15, 2020 at 9:54 am

      your nutrition lists a ton of sodium, etc.. Do you know what the nutrition would be using low salt chicken broth? I have Stage 3 Kidney failure so I have to watch the intake, Thank you

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 15, 2020 at 10:16 am

        Hi Sharon, I do not. You could use low salt, or even use water to really cut it down. Sorry I am not more help.

        Reply
      • Dan says

        February 15, 2021 at 4:28 pm

        Hi Sharon. I use Pacific Foods Brand Low Sodium Chicken Both or No Salt Added Bone Broth which has 90 MG of sodium in the bone broth or 40 MG sodium in the the low salt broth per cup serving. Still some sodium but much much less than the standard stocks or broths and they don’t taste too bad. Hope that helps.

        Reply
    4. Vicki Kensinger says

      December 8, 2020 at 6:44 pm

      I leave for work too early to start the crock pot. Can I program my crock pot to come on later without the chicken being cook? I’m nervous about the raw chicken.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 8, 2020 at 7:01 pm

        No, the chicken will be in the danger zone. For soup recipes, you can cook longer than stated or let the slow cooker switch to warm at the end of the cooking time.

        Reply
    5. 2D says

      November 2, 2020 at 9:25 am

      I used home style frozen noodles!!!
      I love how they make the soup “like
      g’ma used to make”!!!!

      Reply
    6. Tammy says

      September 28, 2020 at 8:14 am

      Very, very good!! Even my husband liked it and he’s a picky eater!

      Reply
    7. Nick Doshi says

      July 28, 2020 at 8:49 am

      With the increased popularity of Instant Pots, is it possible for you to add alternate process that could combine pressure cooking followed by slow cooker finish? Thanks.

      Nick D

      Reply
    8. Bonnie Bender says

      July 27, 2020 at 12:20 pm

      5 stars
      Looks so delicious. I can hardly wait to shop for the ingredients and make this soup.

      Reply
    9. Jamie says

      January 21, 2020 at 8:06 am

      Could I cook this on high? Won’t have enough time to cook on low for 8 hours?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        January 21, 2020 at 9:14 am

        Yes, high for 4-5 hours will work great.

        Reply
    10. deb says

      December 28, 2019 at 1:08 pm

      5 stars
      ALL I CAN SAY IS WOW IT’S REALLY GOOD.

      Reply
    11. Brenda Shaw says

      October 12, 2019 at 4:57 am

      5 stars
      I follow you’re recipes to the T and I’ve made a lot of them. Dinner is always amazing. You are very good at what you do. And thank you for sharing with us.

      Reply
    12. Jane Gisel says

      September 25, 2019 at 2:23 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipes please keep them coming

      Reply
    13. Anonymous says

      September 21, 2019 at 8:48 pm

      Could I use Egg noodles for this instead of spaghetti noodles???

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        September 22, 2019 at 7:50 am

        Yes, serve right away as egg noodles can break down fast.

        Reply

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