Chicken Soup Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker Chicken Soup

Ingredients (Serves 6–8):

• 1.5 lbs (about 700g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced

• 3 celery stalks, sliced

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 3–4 garlic cloves, minced

• 8 cups (2 liters) chicken broth (low sodium preferred)

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp dried parsley

• 1 bay leaf

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for richer flavor)

• 1 cup small pasta (egg noodles, ditalini, or orzo) or 1 cup cooked rice (optional)

• Juice of ½ lemon (optional, for brightness)

• Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Add Everything to the Slow Cooker:

   • Place chicken, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, broth, herbs, and olive oil into your slow cooker.

   • Season with salt and pepper.

2. Cook:

   • Cook on Low for 6–8 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

3. Shred the Chicken:

   • Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup.

4. Add Pasta or Rice (optional):

   • If using pasta, add it in the last 30 minutes of cooking so it doesn’t overcook.

   • If using cooked rice, stir it in right before serving.

5. Finish & Serve:

   • Stir in lemon juice, adjust seasoning to taste.

   • Remove bay leaf and garnish with fresh parsley or dill.