Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe
This Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for cozy meals. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked with fragrant garlic, oregano, and rich chicken broth before being combined with creamy heavy cream and savory Parmesan cheese. The result is a velvety, flavorful soup reminiscent of classic Chicken Parmesan, made effortlessly in a slow cooker.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 3 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Broth
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
Seasonings and Dairy
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice the garlic cloves finely and chop the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and distribution of flavors throughout the soup.
- Layer in Crock Pot: Place the chopped chicken into the crock pot, then sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the top for a fragrant base.
- Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth ensuring it completely covers the chicken pieces to allow thorough slow cooking.
- Season: Add the dried oregano along with salt and pepper to taste, then gently stir the ingredients together to combine all flavors evenly.
- Slow Cook: Set the crock pot to low and cook for 6 hours or choose high for 3 hours until the chicken becomes tender and infused with the savory broth.
- Finish Soup: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the cheese melts completely creating a creamy, luscious soup.
Notes
- For thicker soup, you can shred the chicken after cooking and return it to the crock pot.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste after adding the cream and cheese.
- This soup pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a light side salad.
Keywords: Chicken Parmesan Soup, Slow Cooker Soup, Creamy Chicken Soup, Crock Pot Recipes, Comfort Food
