Chicken Potato Soup (Crockpot)
A comforting and hearty chicken potato soup, perfect for chilly nights. Easy to prepare in a slow cooker and customizable with your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (boneless and skinless)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream (optional for a creamier texture)
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breast at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add the broth and vegetables: Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and minced garlic.
- Season the mixture: Sprinkle in the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook slowly: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return to the soup.
- Add cream (optional): Stir in the heavy cream and let it warm through.
- Serve and garnish: Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
For quicker prep, use pre-chopped vegetables or rotisserie chicken. Adjust seasoning before serving.