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Bowl of hearty slow cooker soup with vegetables and spices.

Slow Cooker Soup

A hearty and comforting slow cooker soup recipe perfect for a chilly day. This easy-to-make dish allows flavors to meld beautifully with minimal effort, resulting in a delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can Diced tomatoes undrained
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
Vegetables
  • 2 large Carrots chopped
  • 2 Celery stalks chopped
  • 1 medium Yellow onion chopped
  • 2 Garlic minced
  • 2 medium Potatoes peeled and diced
Protein & Herbs
  • 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 Bay leaf
Seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt or to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine all ingredients, except fresh parsley, directly into the slow cooker.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and cook on a low setting for 6-8 hours, or on a high setting for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and vegetables are soft.
Finishing
  1. Carefully remove the cooked chicken, shred it using two forks, and then return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
  2. Stir the soup well, remove and discard the bay leaf, and garnish with fresh parsley just before serving.

Notes

For a creamier soup, blend a portion of the soup before serving, or stir in a splash of cream or coconut milk at the end. Adjust seasonings to taste.