Pin It 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.
I first served this to my family on a chilly evening and it quickly became a staple in our meal rotation because everyone enjoyed the tender chicken and flavorful broth.
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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
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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.
Pin It This soup reminds me of a family dinner where everyone gathered around the table enjoying a warm meal and sharing stories.
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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 per serving
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This soup is the perfect finish to a cozy day and an easy way to enjoy homemade comfort food.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How long does the slow cooking process take?
The slow cooker setting requires about 6–8 hours on low or 4–6 hours on high for tender chicken and rich flavor.
- → Can I substitute the fusilli noodles with other pasta types?
Yes, feel free to use egg noodles, ditalini, or gluten-free pasta to suit dietary needs and preferences.
- → Is it necessary to sauté the vegetables before slow cooking?
Sautéing vegetables in olive oil enhances depth of flavor but isn’t required if you prefer a quicker prep.
- → What herbs are used to season this dish?
Fresh rosemary sprigs and a bay leaf infuse the broth with aromatic flavors throughout the cooking process.
- → How should the chicken be added and prepared in the slow cooker?
Place the boneless chicken breasts whole in the cooker, then shred them after cooking before combining with noodles.
- → Can this dish be made dairy free?
Yes, this preparation contains no dairy ingredients and suits dairy-free diets as provided.
