Enjoy everything you love about Chicken Parmesan in this easy Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe. Each bite is loaded with flavor and the crock pot makes it super easy.
Our family loves Chicken Parmesan, and this easy Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Parmesan lets us enjoy those same delicious flavors with very little work. It has become one of our favorite slow cooker chicken recipes.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe!
- Dump and Go: Let the slow cooker do the work.
- Chicken Parmesan Flavor: Get the classic Italian flavor without breading or frying.
- Budget Friendly: Costs about $2.45 per serving and feeds a family.
- Crispy Topping: Classic chicken parmesan crunch.
- Freezer Friendly: Make a double batch and freeze half for later.
Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Soup is the perfect weeknight meal. If you love chicken parmesan as much as my family, check out these other recipes. Chicken Parmesan Recipe and Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Recipe are always a crowd favorite. You may even like this Pizza Soup.
Looking for more cozy dinners? Check out all of our slow cooker soups.
What is Chicken Parmesan Soup?
Chicken Parmesan Soup combines all the delicious flavors of chicken parmesan but in a soup form.
The simple ingredients are cooked on low all day in chicken broth. This allows the chicken to have so much flavor and so delicious. Once you have cooked all the ingredients, then remove the chicken and shred.
Add in your heavy whipping cream and pasta to make this soup more creamy. Top with parmesan cheese for an amazing Chicken Parmesan Soup without a lot of work.
Ingredients
- Boneless Chicken Breast: Cooks until tender and easy to shred. Boneless chicken thighs can also be used for a richer flavor.
- Minced Garlic: Adds savory flavor to the soup. Fresh garlic or jarred minced garlic both work.
- Crushed Tomatoes: Give the soup a rich tomato base with a little texture.
- Tomato Sauce: Helps create a smooth, flavorful broth.
- Salt and Pepper: Season to taste after the soup cooks.
- Italian Seasoning: Adds classic Italian flavor with herbs like basil, oregano, and thyme.
- Chicken Broth: Forms the base of the soup and keeps it from becoming too thick.
- Parmesan Cheese: Adds salty, nutty flavor. Freshly grated Parmesan melts best.
- Heavy Whipping Cream: Makes the soup rich and creamy. Add it near the end of cooking.
- Rotini Pasta: Holds onto the creamy tomato broth. Other short pasta shapes can also be used.
- Bread Crumbs: Add the crispy chicken parmesan texture on top.
- Butter: Used to toast the breadcrumbs until golden.
- Shredded Mozzarella: Sprinkle on top before serving for a cheesy finish.
For the full recipe and ingredients, scroll to the bottom for the recipe card.
How to Make Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup
Step 1 – First, add the chicken breast, minced garlic, and crushed tomatoes. Then add in tomato sauce, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning and chicken broth to the crock pot.
Step 2 – Cover crock pot with lid, and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Step 3 – Remove the chicken, shred and add back to the slow cooker.
Step 4 – About 30 minutes before serving, add in the shredded Parmesan cheese, heavy whipping cream and rotini pasta. Cook until everything is blended together and the pasta is cooked al dente.
Step 5 РDuring this last step, I like to go ahead and saut̩ the bread crumbs. Cook in the butter in a sauce pan on the stovetop.
Step 6 – Top the individual soup servings with mozzarella cheese and bread crumbs. Enjoy! It really is so tasty.
Recipe Variations
- Cooked Chicken – We used frozen chicken breast for this recipe, but you can easily use boneless chicken thighs or chicken tender. If you have leftover rotisserie chicken, you can add that to the soup as well.
- Double the Recipe – This recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd. Double the ingredients for a crowd pleasing soup. Add a side of salad and breadsticks and everyone will come back for more.
- Seasoning – We used Italian Seasoning blend for this recipe. You can easily use fresh herbs if you prefer or other types of seasoning.
- Change the Pasta – We usually cook this dish with a traditional pasta. But if you prefer to use gluten free pasta or whole wheat pasta instead, I would cook separately. This will ensure that the pasta gets cooked and is not mushy.
- Add in Vegetables – Add in bell peppers, onions, or spinach to add flavor to this delicious soup.
- Spicy – Add in Red Pepper Flakes to this soup to add a little kick to the soup.
How to Serve
- Garden Salad – Serve it with a salad and your dinner is complete. Talk about an easy and frugal dinner idea.
- Cheese Sticks – It’s also really good with garlic bread or Garlic Bread Cheese Sticks Recipe. I highly recommend the bread.
- Steamed Broccoli – In just minutes, this easy broccoli side dish is ready to enjoy. It is light and healthy. We love this with the cream sauce.
I like serving this dish with a light veggie. It balances out the heavy cream sauce for the best combination.
My kids also like to spoon the sauce over the veggies and they don’t complain about eating their veggies.
Topping Ideas
There are many different ways to top this delicious soup. These are some of our favorites.
- Croutons
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Ricotta
Can this Soup be Made on the Stove Top?
Yes, this soup can definitely be made in your dutch oven or in a large pot on the stove. Place the ingredients in the large pot and cook until chicken is done.
Add in the pasta and the heavy cream once the chicken is cooked and shredded. Continue cooking for about 20 minutes and then serve with your favorite topping.
I like to make it on the stove top as well if I am going to be home. It cooks perfectly on the stove and it always smells delicious.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Stir in 3 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken when you add the Parmesan and cream in, just to heat it through.
As written this is a mild soup and kid-friendly. But if you like more spice, add in 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
This Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan Soup is delicious leftover. We like to place in individual air tight containers for an easy way to have lunch the next day. Place containers in the refrigerator and they will stay good for about 3 to 4 days.
This soup heats well on the stove or in a microwave. The soup is delicious the next day as the ingredients really marinate together. Add a side of garlic bread and your lunch is complete.
I would recommend keeping the pasta and cream broth separate and just freezing the soup contents. Then when you are ready to serve again, add in the rotini. Then mix in the heavy cream as the recipe card indicates. If frozen properly, this soup will last about 2 months in the freezer. Thaw soup in the refrigerator overnight and then reheat on the stovetop.
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Crockpot Chicken Parmesan Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 can crushed tomatoes (28 oz can)
- 1 can Tomato Sauce (15 oz can)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (freshly shaved)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz rotini pasta (uncooked)
For the Topping:
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 ½ cup Shredded Mozzarella
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Instructions
- Add the chicken breast, minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning and chicken broth to the crock pot.
- Cover crock pot with lid, and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the chicken. Stir in the shredded parmesan cheese, heavy whipping cream and rotini pasta. Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes or high for 15 minutes.
- While this is cooking, sauté the bread crumbs in the butter in a sauce pan on the stovetop.
- Top the individual soup servings with mozzarella cheese and bread crumbs. Enjoy!
want to see the reviews
Hi! If you scroll to the very bottom of the post, you can read lots of reviews. Hope this helps. Let me know what you think once you try it!
The reviews are at the bottom of the post!
How much is a serving size.? It has all the nutrition facts but no serving size.
Janet – Each batch is a bit different so it’s hard to put an exact size on a serving. The entire soup feeds 8 so 1 serving is approximately 1/8 of the entire recipe.
Love the easy crockpot recipes
Can you can this soup?
Do you think it would work if I left the chicken out? Maybe add extra pasta instead?
Yes, it would still be delicious without the chicken. I don’t think you would need to add more pasta. Let me know how it turns out!
How would these directions translate to a instant pot version? It looks delicious!!!
I haven’t tried it yet but I would cook the ingredients that are initially added to the crock pot on high pressure for 25 minutes with a quick release. Shred the chicken and stir in the uncooked pasta. Then cook on high pressure for 3 minutes with a quick release. Then serve with the sautéed breadcrumbs – let me know how it turns out!
I really love this soup! So easy and so delicious! The melted butter and bread crumbs make it! Awesome recipe! Thank you!
Thank you Jane! I’m glad you enjoyed it!
This is such a delicious, easy recipe! It’s one of our favorites and definitely in our normal rotation during the winter months.
Thank you, Sarah! Your comment means so much!