Description
This Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Noodle Soup is a rich, creamy, cheesy, and hearty one-pot meal packed with chicken, bacon, and noodles. The slow cooker does all the work — perfect for busy nights and cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
½ pound bacon, cooked and chopped
1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1-ounce package ranch seasoning mix
4 ribs celery, chopped
4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
½ medium yellow onion, diced
2 (10.5-ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups heavy cream
8 ounces thin spaghetti, uncooked and broken into thirds
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until browned and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel to drain, then chop into small pieces. Set aside for later use.
Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and the ranch seasoning mix. Add celery, carrots, and onion. Pour in the two cans of condensed cream of chicken soup, then add the 6 cups of low-sodium chicken broth. Stir gently to combine.
Cover and cook on High for 2½ to 3½ hours, or on Low for 4 to 5 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker and shred them with two forks while still warm (this gives the juiciest texture). Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and broken spaghetti. Toss gently to coat all ingredients in the creamy broth.
Cook on the High setting (or equivalent) for 20–30 more minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the pasta is tender but not mushy.
Just before serving, stir in the chopped bacon to retain its crispness. Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra cheese or parsley if desired.
Notes
Shred chicken while warm for juicier texture.
Add pasta near the end to prevent overcooking.
Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt.
Add bacon at the end for a crispy finish.
Adjust broth for preferred soup thickness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Soup, Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 788
- Sugar: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 41g