Description
This velvety, slow-cooked soup is a luxurious, elevated take on the classic comfort dish. By utilizing a simple flour-thickened base, the soup achieves a rich and creamy texture that perfectly complements the fork-tender shredded chicken. It is the ultimate ‘set it and forget it’ meal, ideal for busy weeknights when you want a homemade, heartwarming bowl of soup waiting for your family at the end of the day.
Ingredients
3 large celery stalks, finely diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into coins
1 pound boneless, skinless raw chicken breasts
1/2 tablespoon dried thyme
1/2 tablespoon dried basil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
6 cups chicken stock
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups wide egg noodles
1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Place the diced celery, sliced carrots, and chicken breasts into the crockpot.
Add the dried thyme, dried basil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the chicken and vegetables.
Pour the chicken stock over the mixture and set the crockpot to cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender.
About 30 minutes before serving, remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks, then return them to the pot.
In a small bowl, whisk together the softened butter and all-purpose flour to form a paste (roux).
Stir the roux and the uncooked egg noodles into the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the soup is thickened.
Stir in the heavy cream just before serving to add a final note of silkiness.
Notes
Ensure the noodles are added during the final cooking stage to prevent them from becoming too soft. You can garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg