Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan Soup
All the comforting flavors of Chicken Parmesan in a creamy, slow-cooked soup—perfect for parties, meal prep, or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours (low)
- Total Time: ~6½ hours
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
- Cooked pasta (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Add chicken, tomatoes, broth, onion, garlic, and seasonings to the slow cooker.
- Cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours.
- Remove and shred chicken. Return to pot.
- Stir in cream cheese and Parmesan until melted.
- Add cream or cooked pasta, if using.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot with toppings of choice.
Notes
- Freeze leftovers in airtight containers.
- Add spinach or kale during last 30 minutes for extra greens.
- For extra richness, top with shredded mozzarella.