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Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe Easy Comforting Dinner with Carrots and Celery

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A comforting slow cooker chicken noodle soup with tender chicken, fresh carrots, and crisp celery, perfect for busy days and cozy family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups egg noodles or your favorite pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice carrots and celery into bite-sized pieces. Dice onion and mince garlic (about 10 minutes).
  2. Optional: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Place chicken in the slow cooker and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Add sautéed vegetables (or raw if skipping sauté) and pour in chicken broth. Sprinkle dried thyme or Italian seasoning on top.
  5. Cook on low for 6 to 7 hours until chicken is tender and flavors meld.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  7. Stir in egg noodles or pasta, cover, and cook on high for 30 minutes until noodles are tender but not mushy.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Add noodles during the last 30 minutes to avoid mushiness. Sautéing vegetables before slow cooking adds deeper flavor but is optional. Shred chicken separately for better texture. Adjust cooking time if using frozen chicken or high heat setting. Store noodles separately when refrigerating leftovers to prevent sogginess.

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