Description
A warm and hearty soup with rich chicken parmesan flavors, perfect for busy families during winter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
- 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
- 1 can (28 oz) Crushed Tomatoes
- 1 diced Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (to taste)
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
- 1 cup Elbow Macaroni or small tubular pasta
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Add Ingredients to the Crockpot: Combine chicken, broth, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and seasoning in the crockpot.
- Season It Up: Add red pepper flakes to your liking.
- Let It Cook: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
- Add Greens and Pasta: Stir in spinach and uncooked pasta 30 minutes before serving.
- Finish with Cheese and Basil: Stir in Parmesan and basil just before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breast. Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken soup, crockpot recipes, Italian soup, healthy soup, winter recipes
