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Slow Cooker Chicken Soup

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A comforting slow cooker chicken soup that warms the kitchen and soothes the soul with minimal hands-on time. This dish is rich in flavor and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 pounds bone-in chicken (thighs or a small whole chicken) or 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups egg noodles, or 1 cup long-grain rice (add later)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or dill for finishing
  • Optional: lemon juice or zest to finish

Instructions

  1. Prep vegetables: chop onion, carrots, and celery. Mince garlic.
  2. Place vegetables in the slow cooker. Add bay leaves and thyme.
  3. Season the chicken lightly and nestle it on top of the vegetables.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth to cover. Cover the cooker.
  5. Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken falls off the bone.
  6. Remove chicken. Shred meat and discard bones and skin. Return shredded meat to the pot.
  7. If using noodles: add them in the last 20–30 minutes on HIGH. For rice: add 30–40 minutes before serving on HIGH, or cook separately and add.
  8. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Stir in fresh parsley.

Notes

Use bone-in chicken for richer broth; cook noodles separately for better texture if desired. Store leftovers properly for best flavor.

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