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Crockpot Chicken Soup

A warm and comforting chicken soup made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for chilly nights.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup celery, sliced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
  2. Add vegetables: Layer in the chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and diced tomatoes.
  3. Pour in broth: Add in the vegetable or chicken broth for a flavorful base.
  4. Season: Sprinkle dried oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper over the ingredients.
  5. Combine: Gently stir everything to mix the ingredients well.
  6. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  7. Shred chicken: Remove the chicken from the crockpot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup.
  8. Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish if desired, and enjoy warm!

Notes

For a heartier soup, consider adding a roux or cornstarch slurry in the last hour of cooking.