Creamy, comforting, and ridiculously easy to make, this soup features juicy shredded chicken in a rich, tomato-forward broth with parmesan tang and Italian herbs.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time4 hourshrs
Total Time4 hourshrs10 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6servings
Equipment
Crock Pot
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
1lbBoneless, skinless chicken breastsWhole or halved for even cooking
4cupsChicken brothLow-sodium recommended
1can (15 oz)Diced tomatoesUndrained
1teaspoonItalian seasoningDried
1teaspoonGarlic powder
1teaspoonOnion powder
1/2teaspoonSaltAdjust to taste
Optional Toppings
Parmesan cheeseFreshly grated, for serving
Fresh basil leavesTorn, for serving
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Pour evenly over the chicken.
Stir gently to combine the seasonings and distribute the tomatoes around the chicken.
Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Before serving, remove the chicken and shred it using two forks, or shred directly in the pot with a large spoon or tongs. Stir the shredded chicken back into the soup and mix well to distribute flavors.
Optionally, serve each bowl with fresh grated parmesan and torn basil for brightness and richness.
Notes
Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt level. For a thicker soup, whisk in cornstarch near the end of cooking. Avoid adding delicate herbs until just before serving.