Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe
This Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup is a creamy and comforting slow cooker soup combining tender chicken breasts, rich crushed tomatoes, savory chicken broth, Italian seasonings, and rotini pasta. Finished with heavy cream and freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, it offers the classic flavors of chicken Parmesan in a hearty, one-pot soup perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
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Protein & Dairy
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Vegetables & Pantry
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups uncooked rotini pasta
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Build the Base: Place the cubed chicken breasts into the crockpot. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- Let It Simmer: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. This slow cooking infuses the chicken with flavor and develops the soup’s broth.
- Add the Pasta: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the uncooked rotini pasta. Cover again and cook until the pasta is tender but not mushy.
- Make It Creamy: Once the pasta is cooked, reduce the heat to warm. Gently stir in the heavy cream to avoid curdling. Let the soup warm through for about 5 minutes.
- Finish with Cheese: Ladle the soup into bowls and top each serving with a generous sprinkle of freshly shredded Parmesan cheese. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of cracked black pepper for extra flavor.
Notes
- Freshly shredded Parmesan melts better and provides a richer texture than pre-shredded cheese.
- Add pasta just before the end of cooking to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- For extra flavor, stir in a handful of fresh basil right before serving.
- To freeze, omit adding pasta and prepare fresh pasta when reheating.
- Swap chicken breasts for thighs for juicier meat; trim excess fat before cooking.
- Use dairy-free alternatives such as coconut milk and vegan cheese for a dairy-free version.
- Cooking the pasta separately is recommended if you want leftovers that maintain pasta texture.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick if desired.
- Vegetarian option: Substitute chicken with white beans or chickpeas and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Keywords: Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup, Slow Cooker Soup, Italian Chicken Soup, Comfort Food, Creamy Chicken Soup, Rotini Pasta Soup, Easy Chicken Dinner
