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4.67 from 3 votes

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Soup

Slow cooker chicken soup that's good for the soul! It's got chunks of chicken and veggies in a creamy broth that'll lift your spirits.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time7 hours
Total Time7 hours 20 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken Soup, Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Soup
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Caytlin McCleery

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium white onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 4 medium carrots cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 4 ribs celery sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup cooking wine optional
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley for garnishing
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  • Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked. Transfer to a cutting board and shred.
  • Add all ingredients, except the parsley, to the slow cooker.
  • Mix cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Pour into the slow cooker.
  • Cover with the lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Season with more salt and pepper to taste. Remove bay leaves and serve hot with a garnish of parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 362kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 1098mg | Potassium: 595mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 6101IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg
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