Slow Cooker Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes

This Slow Cooker Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for busy days. Utilizing a crockpot, this recipe allows the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day.

With tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a mix of vegetables, this soup is both nutritious and satisfying. It’s an easy meal that can be prepared in advance and enjoyed throughout the week.

Easy Crockpot Chicken Orzo Soup

This chicken orzo soup features juicy chicken breasts, orzo pasta, carrots, celery, and spinach simmered in a flavorful broth. The recipe takes about 6-8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup orzo pasta
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lemon (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Dice the carrots and celery, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
Combine in Slow Cooker: In the slow cooker, add the chicken breasts, orzo pasta, diced carrots, celery, onion, garlic, chicken broth, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.

Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts, shred them with two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the soup.
Add Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach and let it wilt for about 5 minutes.
Finish: If desired, add lemon juice for brightness and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.