Description
A warm, creamy, and comforting chicken Parmesan soup made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for cozy evenings and busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound / 450g)
- 4 cups chicken broth (960ml), low-sodium preferred
- 4 oz cream cheese (115g), softened, full-fat
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz / 411g), fire-roasted preferred
- ½ cup heavy cream (120ml)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A handful fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing garlic, optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry chicken breasts. Mince garlic, grate Parmesan, and chop basil leaves.
- Optional: Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes with juice, Italian seasoning, sautéed or raw garlic, crushed red pepper flakes if using, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or until chicken is tender and cooked through. Alternatively, cook on high for 2-3 hours.
- Remove chicken breasts and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot.
- Stir in softened cream cheese and grated Parmesan until fully melted and combined.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Sprinkle chopped fresh basil on top.
- Ladle soup into bowls and serve hot, optionally with extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Sautéing garlic before adding to the crockpot enhances flavor but is optional. Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for best creamy texture. Shredding chicken improves texture and flavor absorption. Adjust seasoning at the end. Leftovers taste better after overnight refrigeration. Soup freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximatel
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
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