Cozy Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup with Fresh Dill
A simple, 5-ingredient comfort food soup made in a slow cooker. Tender shredded chicken, soft egg noodles, and fresh dill create a soul-soothing meal perfect for cold days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups wide egg noodles
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and dice the carrots, celery, and onion into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic.
- Place the diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic into the bottom of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker.
- Pour in the chicken broth. Place the chicken breasts on top of the vegetables (or add whole thighs).
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F and shreds easily.
- Remove chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Discard skin or bones if using thighs.
- Stir the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker. Add the egg noodles and stir to distribute.
- Cook on high for an additional 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
- About 5 minutes before serving, stir in the fresh dill and butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle into bowls and serve immediately, garnishing with extra dill if desired.
Notes
Add noodles in the last 30-45 minutes of cooking to prevent them from becoming mushy. Shred chicken before adding noodles to ensure even heating. Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels. For a creamier texture, stir in heavy cream or coconut milk at the end. Leftovers thicken in the fridge; add broth or water when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 28
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