Crockpot Soup Recipes That Make Dinner So Much Easier (Print Version)
Crockpot soup recipes perfect for busy weeknights. Set it and forget it comfort food that fills your home with amazing aromas.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 6 Hours minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Can be made gluten-free
# Ingredients:
→ Base Ingredients
01 -
8 cups chicken broth
02 -
2 cans diced tomatoes
03 -
3 cups frozen mixed vegetables
→ Protein Options
04 -
1 lb ground turkey or beef
05 -
Optional: rotisserie chicken
→ Seasonings & Spices
06 -
2 tsp onion powder
07 -
Salt and pepper to taste
08 -
Italian seasoning
→ Finishing Touches
09 -
1 cup pasta or rice
10 -
Optional: shredded cheese
11 -
Fresh herbs
# Instructions:
01 -
Pour chicken broth and diced tomatoes with juice into crockpot. Stir gently to combine.
02 -
Add ground meat, breaking it up slightly. Can brown first for extra flavor but not necessary.
03 -
Add frozen vegetables straight from freezer and all seasonings. Stir to distribute evenly.
04 -
Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours or high 3-4 hours. Don't lift the lid during cooking.
05 -
In final 30 minutes, stir in pasta or rice. Set timer to avoid overcooking.
06 -
Season to taste and add any final touches like cheese or hot sauce before serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Don't lift the crockpot lid during cooking-it really does add 15 minutes each time and messes with the temperature.
02 -
This soup freezes well for up to 3 months, but leave out pasta and add fresh when reheating to avoid mushiness.
03 -
Frozen vegetables work better than fresh in slow cookers because they hold their texture and don't get overcooked.
04 -
Layer denser vegetables on the bottom of the crockpot for more even cooking throughout.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
6-quart slow cooker or crockpot
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 285
Total Fat: 8g
Total Carbohydrate: 32g
Protein: 22g