Are you craving a soul-warming, creamy chicken soup that practically cooks itself? Get ready to fall in love with the most effortless and delicious comfort meal that will have your family begging for seconds! This Crockpot Creamy Chicken Soup is not just a recipe – it's a culinary hug that transforms simple ingredients into a luxurious, hearty dish that will make you the kitchen hero of your household.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables: slice carrots into thin rounds and chop celery into small pieces.
- If using raw chicken, cook and cube the chicken beforehand. Alternatively, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Add chicken broth, cream of mushroom soup, and heavy cream into the crockpot, whisking gently to combine and create a smooth base.
- Add sliced carrots and chopped celery to the liquid mixture in the crockpot.
- Sprinkle dried thyme over the vegetables and liquid, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently fold in the cubed chicken, ensuring it's evenly distributed throughout the soup.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat setting for 6 hours, allowing flavors to meld and vegetables to become tender.
- After cooking time is complete, stir the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with fresh parsley or additional black pepper.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Tips
- Chicken Selection: For maximum flavor and convenience, use rotisserie chicken or pre-cooked chicken. This saves time and ensures tender meat throughout the soup.
- Vegetable Prep: Cut carrots and celery into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking and a consistent texture.
- Cream Base Trick: Whisk the cream of mushroom soup and heavy cream together before adding to prevent lumps and create a smooth, silky base.
- Seasoning Secret: Add thyme early in the cooking process to allow its flavor to fully infuse into the soup.
- Low and Slow: Stick to the low heat setting for 6 hours to develop rich, deep flavors and ensure vegetables are perfectly tender.
- Final Touch: Taste and adjust seasoning just before serving – a little extra salt and pepper can elevate the entire dish.
- Storage Tip: This soup freezes beautifully for up to 3 months, making it perfect for meal prep and busy weeknights.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 95mg
