Save to Pinterest A cozy, homemade classic that cooks itself while you get on with your day. Tender shredded chicken, soft vegetables, and twirly noodles come together in a warm, comforting broth that tastes like its been simmering all afternoon.
Ingredients
- Poultry: 1½ pounds (680 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Vegetables & Aromatics: 1 small yellow onion peeled and diced, 3 medium carrots peeled and sliced or cut into coins, 3 celery stalks sliced, 3 large garlic cloves finely minced
- Herbs & Seasonings: 2 fresh rosemary sprigs, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Broth & Noodles: 6 cups (1.4 L) low sodium chicken broth, 6 ounces (170 g) fusilli noodles
- Optional Garnish: Fresh chopped parsley for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Add the chicken breasts onion carrots celery garlic rosemary sprigs bay leaf salt and black pepper to the slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth over the top and gently stir to combine.
- Step 2:
- Cover and cook on low for 6 8 hours or high for 4 6 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Step 3:
- Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them with two forks. Discard the bay leaf and rosemary sprigs.
- Step 4:
- Meanwhile cook the fusilli noodles separately on the stovetop according to package instructions drain and set aside.
- Step 5:
- Return the shredded chicken and cooked noodles to the slow cooker. Stir to combine and let everything warm through for about 5 minutes.
- Step 6:
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Save to Pinterest Required Tools
Slow cooker (crockpot) Chefs knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Medium saucepan Ladle
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (pasta). May contain Celery. Always double check broth and pasta ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 265 Total Fat 3 g Carbohydrates 27 g Protein 33 g
Save to Pinterest This comforting soup is perfect for any day when you want a warm homemade meal with minimal effort.
Ask About This Recipe
- → What type of chicken is best for slow cooking?
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work well as they shred easily after slow cooking and absorb flavors thoroughly.
- → Can I use different pasta shapes in this dish?
Yes, fusilli can be swapped for egg noodles, ditalini, or other pasta shapes based on preference.
- → How do herbs enhance the flavor in this dish?
Fresh rosemary and bay leaf add aromatic, earthy undertones that deepen the richness of the broth.
- → Is it necessary to cook the noodles separately?
Cooking noodles separately prevents them from becoming overly soft or absorbing too much broth, maintaining ideal texture.
- → How can I enrich the flavor before slow cooking?
Sautéing onions, carrots, celery, and garlic briefly in olive oil before adding brings out extra savory depth.
- → Can I make this dish gluten-free?
Yes, substitute gluten-free pasta and ensure the broth ingredients are gluten-free to suit dietary needs.