Slow Cooker Chicken Sausage Soup Recipe

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

This Slow Cooker Chicken Sausage Soup is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. Utilizing a Crockpot, this recipe allows you to set it and forget it, making meal prep effortless.

Packed with flavorful chicken sausage, vegetables, and spices, this soup is both nutritious and satisfying. It’s a great way to enjoy a warm meal with minimal effort.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Sausage Soup Recipe

This soup features tender chicken sausage simmered with a variety of vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, all cooked in a savory broth. The recipe takes about 6-8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound chicken sausage, sliced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Slice the chicken sausage, dice the carrots and celery, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
Combine in Slow Cooker: Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker. Add the sliced chicken sausage, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Add Spinach: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the chopped spinach and allow it to wilt.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot, optionally with crusty bread.