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Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

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Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup – A comforting crock pot soup recipe made with turkey, noodles, carrots, and more! A great way to use up leftover turkey from the holidays or just an easy to make weeknight meal!

Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

I love cooking with turkey throughout the year.  I love the versatility of the meat and how it can be great brined and cooked on it’s own or used in a variety of dishes like this turkey noodle soup.  This recipe is just a simple chicken noodle soup recipe but with turkey instead of chicken.  It takes about 3 hours start to finish and it’s really packed with flavor.

The great thing about this recipe is how flexible it is.  I like to make my own turkey stock from the leftover turkey bones and scrap vegetables while also using fresh vegetables from the farmers market but you can always use pre-made stock and any vegetables you have on hand from the grocery store.  I like to saute the vegetables in olive oil until soft before putting them in the slow cooker to bring out the flavor but that’s totally optional.  They will all cook in the slow cooker too.

Crock Pot Turkey Noodle Soup

Common Questions About Making Turkey Noodle Soup

What is turkey noodle soup?

Turkey noodle soup is a slow cooker soup inspired by the flavors of chicken noodle soup but using turkey.  This soup has celery, carrots, onion, garlic, turkey breast, egg noddles, chicken or turkey broth, and herbs as the ingredients and it is easy to make with holiday leftovers or just as a simple weeknight meal.

What kind of noodles can I make?

Any noodles will work but I usually stick to a big spiral egg noodle.

Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Yes! Use vegetable broth and skip the turkey to make this recipe vegetarian.

What size crock pot do I need?

I like to use a 6 quart crock pot for this recipe so that there is extra room.

How do I reheat turkey noodle rice soup?

Reheating turkey noodle soup is best over the stove top in a saucepan over medium heat.

Turkey Noodle Soup

What can I serve with turkey noodle soup?

Some of my favorite things to serve with turkey noodle soup include –

Should I use fresh or dried herbs?

Either! Fresh herbs are ideal because they have a stronger flavor but for sake of convenience and price, the recipe calls for dried.  Use whichever you have access to.

Can I use chicken instead of turkey?

Yes, using a rotisserie chicken or shredded chicken breasts will work great instead of turkey.  Just substitute in the same amount as the recipe calls for.

Can I use homemade stock?

Yes! So homemade stock can be such a great way to take advantage of leftover scraps from around the kitchen such as old herbs, scraps of carrots, and turkey or chicken bones.  Feel free to make your own and use it for this recipe, it will make the soup even better!

What cut of turkey should I use?

Any cut will work.  I prefer to use whatever leftover turkey chunks I have from dinner the previous night or from a holiday meal.  For the soup pictured, I used turkey thighs.

Turkey Noodle Soup Recipe

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Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup Recipe

Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

Yield: 4-6 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes

Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup - A comforting crock pot soup recipe made with turkey, egg noodles, carrots, and more! A great way to use up leftover turkey from the holidays or just an easy to make weeknight meal!

Ingredients

  • 2 large carrots (chopped)
  • 2 stalks celery (chopped)
  • 1 large onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 6 cups chicken or turkey broth
  • 1-2 bay leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups egg noodles
  • 2 cups shredded turkey

Instructions

  1. In a 6-quart slow cooker, combine carrots, celery, onion, garlic, chicken or turkey broth, bay leaves, and black pepper. Cover and cook for 2-3 hours on HIGH or 4-6 hours on LOW.
  2. 30 minutes before serving, add in shredded turkey and noodles. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
  3. Check that the noodles have fully cooked before serving.
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Cuisine: american / Category: Dinner
Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Chili

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Slow Cooker Chili – The BEST chili ever! Made with just 10 simple ingredients, this is going to be your new favorite chili recipe.

Slow Cooker Chili

Slow Cooker Chili

Slow cooker chili is a staple at my house in the fall and winter.  This comforting dish is an easy meal that takes just a few minutes to prep before dumping everything in the crock pot to cook all day.  I like to serve it with some sour cream, cheddar cheese, and cilantro to finish off this perfectly cozy meal.

This recipe makes about 8-10 servings and makes great leftovers.  Perfect to serve to a large group or bring to parties.

Chili

Common Questions About Making Crock Pot Chili

What is slow cooker chili?

Slow cooker chili is a simple meal made by combining beef, tomatoes, and beans with spices and cooking it in a crock pot until it becomes a thick and flavorful soup.

What can I serve with chili?

Some of my favorite things to serve with chili include –

Is chili good for you?

Chili can be pretty good for you if you go with low sodium options for the beans, tomatoes, broth, etc.  It also has a good amount of protein from the meat and beans.

Can I freeze chili?

Yes, let the chili fully cool and then transfer it to a freezer safe bag if you would like to freeze some of it.

What kind of beans can I use in chili?

I usually stick to using light and dark red kidney beans but you can also use black beans or pinto beans in chili.

 

Can I make it on the stove-top?

Sure can! This version (and the Instant Pot version below) are adapted from my popular venison chili recipe.

  1. In a medium pan, saute ground beef, onion, and garlic in olive oil over medium-high heat until the beef has browned.
  2. Transfer browned meat, onions, and garlic into a dutch oven. Add in the remaining ingredients and bring the chili to a boil before reducing the heat to a simmer to cook for 20-30 minutes.

Can I make it in an Instant Pot?

  1. Using the SAUTE function on the Instant Pot, saute the beef, onion, and garlic in olive oil until the beef has browned.
  2. Add in remaining ingredients and seal the Instant Pot. Cook on HIGH pressure for 14 minutes.
  3. Once it has finished cooking, follow the instructions for your Instant Pot on how to preform a quick release.

Crock Pot Chili

Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Yes! Just skip the meat and use extra beans or a beefless crumble substitute instead.

What can I top my chili with?

Some of the best toppings for chili are –

  • Diced onions
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Bacon
  • Avocado
  • Cornbread
  • Sour cream
  • Green onions
  • Pickled jalapenos
  • Doritos
  • Fritos
  • Lime Juice

Slow Cooker Chili Recipe

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Slow Cooker Chili

Slow Cooker Chili

Yield: 8 Servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes

Slow Cooker Chili - The BEST chili ever! Made with just 10 simple ingredients, this is going to be your new favorite chili recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion (chopped - about 1 cup)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. In a large killet set over medium heat, add the ground beef, chopped onions, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring often, until the beef is browned and the onions are soft - about 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer the beef to your slow cooker (drain the grease if needed).
  3. Add in the rest of the ingredients (beans, diced tomatoes, water, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt) and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, or LOW for 6 hours.
  4. Serve warm, with garnishes of your choice. Store any leftover chili in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.
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Cuisine: american / Category: Soups and Stews
Slow Cooker Chili

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Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Meatballs

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Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Meatballs – The perfect 4 ingredient crock pot meal or appetizer! Filled with flavor, these meatballs taste amazing and are so easy to make!

Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Meatballs

Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Meatballs

Calling all bourbon fans! These meatballs are just about the perfect appetizer for parties or easy dinner recipe served over rice. Made with just 4 ingredients – frozen meatballs, bourbon, barbecue sauce, and honey – all you do is combine them in a slow cooker. That’s it! The bourbon cooks down in the slow cooker so it perfectly fine to serve these to the whole family.

Now this recipe makes about 4-6 servings depending on if it’s a meal or an appetizer. It’s super easy to double or even triple for a party and you can customize the flavor a bit by experimenting with what type of barbecue sauce you use. Personally, I went for a pretty basic barbecue sauce but next time I want to try making my own and using it. I also like to serve the meatballs with a bit of fresh parsley on top to break up how brown the meatballs are.

Crock Pot Honey Bourbon Meatballs

Common Questions About Making Honey Bourbon Meatballs

What are honey bourbon meatballs?

Honey bourbon meatballs are a simple four ingredient appetizer or meal made in a slow cooker with meatballs, bourbon, barbecue sauce, and water.

Should I use fresh or frozen meatballs?

Any meatballs would work whether they are homemade or frozen.  If you go the homemade route, just make sure you cook them first.  If they are frozen, don’t worry about thawing them.  Just put them in the slow cooker frozen.

What type of meat should my meatballs be?

Any type of meat (or even meatless) will be fine.  I used frozen turkey and chicken blend but beef, pork, or a blend of those would taste great too.

Are honey bourbon meatballs an appetizer or a meal?

Either! If you are serving it as an appetizer, sprinkle some fresh parsley on top as garnish.  If you are making a meal out of it, serving the meatballs over white rice.

What size slow cooker should I use?

I would use at least a 2-3 quart slow cooker but you can always use a bigger one.

Honey Bourbon Meatballs

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Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Meatballs

Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Meatballs

Yield: 4-6 Servings
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 2 minutes

Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Meatballs – The perfect 4 ingredient crock pot meal or appetizer! Filled with flavor, these meatballs taste amazing and are so easy to make!

Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen meatballs
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients in slow cooker and cover with a lid. Cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  2. Stir before serving.
© Madison
Cuisine: american / Category: Appetizers
Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Meatballs

Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup

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Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup – A simple crock pot soup recipe made with potatoes, sausage, cheddar cheese, and more.  A great way to serve a crowd and so tasty.

Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup

Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup

One of the most popular meals for easy weeknight meals is potato soup.  It’s simple to make, easy to customize, and so tasty.  For this recipe, I add in andouille sausage to a basic potato soup before cooking it all day in a crock pot.  When I serve it, I love putting a bunch of cheddar cheese, sour cream, and green onions to top for some extra flavor and color.

Now this recipe makes about 4-6 servings and is great as leftovers because it heats up really well.  Additionally, you can put it in an airtight container once it has cooled to room temperature to store in the refrigerator or even the freezer.  Just make sure to let it fully defrost before heating again!

Common Questions About Making Sausage Potato Soup

What is sausage potato soup?

Slow cooker sausage potato soup is a crock pot soup recipe made with potatoes, sausage, cheddar cheese, sour cream, spices, and more.  It’s an easy meal that makes about 4-6 servings.

What else can I add to it?

You could also add things such as bacon, extra cheeses, green onions, and fresh parsley.

How do I reheat sausage potato soup?

Reheating sausage potato soup is best over the stove top in a saucepan over medium heat.

What kind of sausage should I use?

So you can really use any type of sausage.  If you want ground sausage, just brown it before putting it in the soup.  Past that, if you are using 1 large smoked sausage or a package of 4 smoked sausages, just slice them before putting them in the crock pot.

What size crock pot do I need?

I like to use a 6 quart crock pot for this recipe so that there is extra room.

What type of potatoes should I use?

I like to either use russet or yellow potatoes in this recipe.

Can I use vegetable broth?

Of course! You can use homemade vegetable or chicken broth or store bought vegetable or chicken broth.  Whatever you have time for/have on hand.

What other potato soups can I make?

There are so many amazing potato soup recipes to try! Some of my favorite include –

Crock Pot Sausage Potato Soup

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Sausage Potato Soup

Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup

Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup

Yield: 4-6 Servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes

Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup - A simple crock pot soup recipe made with potatoes, sausage, cheddar cheese, and more.  A great way to serve a crowd and so tasty.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 1 14 ounce smoked sausage (sliced)
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1/2 onion (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine potatoes, smoked sausage, chicken stock, onion, garlic, and thyme in a 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or LOW for 6-8 hours or until potatoes are tender.
  2. Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash potatoes until they are your desired consistency. Add in cheddar cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream before covering and cooking for 15-30 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
  3. Serve immediately.
© Madison
Cuisine: american / Category: Soups and Stews
Slow Cooker Sausage Potato Soup

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs

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Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs – The perfect 4 ingredient crock pot meal or appetizer! Filled with flavor, these meatballs taste amazing and are so easy to make!

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs

I might never make another meatball recipe again because these meatballs are so good! Now it may sound crazy but these meatballs are just about the perfect appetizer for parties or easy dinner recipe served over rice.  Made with just 4 ingredients – frozen meatballs, canned pineapple, barbecue sauce, and soy sauce – all you do is combine them in a slow cooker.  That’s it! My picky husband even thought these were great!

Now this recipe makes about 4-6 servings depending on if it’s a meal or an appetizer.  It’s super easy to double or even triple for a party and you can customize the flavor a bit by experimenting with what type of barbecue sauce you use.  Personally, I went for a pretty basic barbecue sauce but next time I want to try making my own and using it.  I also like to serve the meatballs with a bit of green onion on top and sesame seeds.

Crock Pot Hawaiian Meatballs

Common Questions About Making Hawaiian Meatballs

What are hawaiian meatballs?

Hawaiian meatballs are a simple four ingredient appetizer or meal made in a slow cooker with meatballs, canned pineapple, barbecue sauce, and soy sauce.

Should I use fresh or frozen meatballs?

Any meatballs would work whether they are homemade or frozen.  If you go the homemade route, just make sure you cook them first.  If they are frozen, don’t worry about thawing them.  Just put them in the slow cooker frozen.

What type of meat should my meatballs be?

Any type of meat (or even meatless) will be fine.  I used frozen turkey and chicken blend but beef, pork, or a blend of those would taste great too.

Hawaiian Meatballs

Are hawaiian meatballs an appetizer or a meal?

Either! If you are serving it as an appetizer, sprinkle some green onions and sesame seeds on top.  If you are making a meal out of it, serving the meatballs over white rice.

What size slow cooker should I use?

I would use at least a 2-3 quart slow cooker but you can always use a bigger one.

Can I use fresh pineapple?

Of course! Use about 2 cups of fresh pineapple either cut into chunks or slices.

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Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs

Yield: 4-6 Servings
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 2 minutes

Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs - The perfect 4 ingredient crock pot meal or appetizer! Filled with flavor, these meatballs taste amazing and are so easy to make!

Ingredients

  • 1 bag frozen meatballs
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 can pineapple (20 ounces)

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients in slow cooker and cover with a lid. Cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 2-3 hours.
  2. Stir before serving.
© Madison
Cuisine: american / Category: Appetizers
Slow Cooker Hawaiian Meatballs Recipe

Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

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Slow Cooker Baked Ziti – An easy crock pot meal made with just 4 simple ingredients! Baked ziti is a great way to feed a crowd and it’s so good!

Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

I love baked ziti.  It was always a go-to growing up because it could feed a crowd while also being simple to make and delicious.  When I moved out and started making everything I possibly could in a slow cooker to save time, slow cooker ziti was a favorite of mine.  Made with just 4 simple ingredients – dried noodles, marinara sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella – it is an affordable and delicious meal that anyone can make!

Another great part about this recipe is that it makes enough pasta for about 6 people.  Sometimes I make a batch and it lasts me the entire week! I like to serve it with a bit of fresh parsley on top but it’s not necessary if you don’t have it.

Crock Pot Baked Ziti

Common Questions About Baked Ziti

What is slow cooker baked ziti?

Slow cooker baked ziti is a simple pasta dish made by combining marinara, dried noodles, ricotta, and mozzarella in a crock pot until the noodles are cooked through.  It is an easy dump-and-go meal that feeds about 6 people.

What type of noodles should I use?

Being that the name is “baked ziti”, ziti noodles are the ideal noodles but alternatively, penne (used in the pictures) or rigatoni are both great options too.

Is this recipe vegetarian?

Yes! This recipe is vegetarian but if you are looking to add meat to it, feel free to use italian sausage.  If you want to keep it meatless, I love adding meatless crumbles to it.

What size crock pot do I need?

I like to use a 6 quart crock pot for this recipe so that there is extra room.

Crock Pot Ziti

How do I reheat ziti?

Reheating ziti is best over the stove top in a saucepan over medium heat.  I like to add a bit of vegetable or chicken broth to it to thin out the sauce a bit.

What can I serve with baked ziti?

Some of my favorite things to serve with baked ziti include –

Can I used homemade marinara?

Of course! Use about 6 – 6 1/4 cups of homemade marinara if you go that route.

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Baked Ziti

Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

Slow Cooker Baked Ziti - An easy crock pot meal made with just 4 simple ingredients! Baked ziti is a great way to feed a crowd and it's so good!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried noodles (ziti, penne, or rigatoni)
  • 2 jars marinara sauce (48 ounces total)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1 container ricotta cheese (15 ounces)

Instructions

  1. Combine noodles, marinara sauce, ricotta, and half of the mozzarella in a 6 quart slow cooker and stir so that everything is mixed together well. Top with the remaining mozzarella.
  2. Cover the slow ocoker and cook on HIGH for 1.5-2 hours or on LOW for 2-3 hours.
  3. Check that the pasta is fully cooked through before serving.
© Madi
Cuisine: american / Category: Pasta
Slow Cooker Pasta

Slow Cooker Turkey Orzo Soup

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Slow Cooker Turkey Orzo Soup – A comforting crock pot soup recipe made with turkey, orzo, carrots, and more! A great way to use up leftover turkey from the holidays or just an easy to make weeknight meal!

Slow Cooker Turkey Orzo Soup

Slow Cooker Turkey Orzo Soup

Recently, I have been on a kick of getting big chunks of meat like a turkey breast or a whole chicken, cooking it up, and using it in a whole bunch of different meals.  It’s been great because then I am left with enough of the extra stuff that then I can turn it into homemade stock! This week, I got a big turkey breast which I brined and then cooked in the oven until perfectly brown.  After making sandwiches out of it, I had the perfect amount leftover to use it in a turkey soup recipe.

Now I have been wanting to make this recipe for a while because I thought it would be a fun spin on chicken noodle soup.  While it is a great way to use up holiday leftovers, I also think that it completely stands on it’s own as a great meal any other time of the year because of the flavor and simplicity.

I chose orzo to go in this soup because it is a favorite of mine and it’s a nice change from egg noodles in soup.  It’s small but quite tasty, I’m sure you will love it!

Common Questions About Turkey Orzo Soup

What is turkey orzo soup?

Turkey orzo soup is a slow cooker soup inspired by the flavors of chicken noodle soup but using orzo and turkey.  This soup has celery, carrots, onion, garlic, turkey breast, orzo, chicken broth, and herbs as the ingredients and it is easy to make with holiday leftovers or just as a simple weeknight meal.

What is orzo?

Orzo is type of pasta that is shaped like a grain of rice.  Every grocery store I’ve been to has it but if you can’t find it, just substitute in 2 cups of any other noodle (such as penne, elbow, etc)

Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Yes! Use vegetable broth and skip the turkey to make this recipe vegetarian.

What size crock pot do I need?

I like to use a 6 quart crock pot for this recipe so that there is extra room.

How do I reheat turkey orzo rice soup?

Reheating turkey orzo soup is best over the stove top in a saucepan over medium heat.

What can I serve with turkey orzo soup?

Some of my favorite things to serve with turkey orzo soup include –

Should I use fresh or dried herbs?

Either! Fresh herbs are ideal because they have a stronger flavor but for sake of convenience and price, the recipe calls for dried.  Use whichever you have access to.

Can I use chicken instead of turkey?

Yes, using a rotisserie chicken or shredded chicken breasts will work great instead of turkey.  Just substitute in the same amount as the recipe calls for.

Can I use homemade stock?

Yes! So homemade stock can be such a great way to take advantage of leftover scraps from around the kitchen such as old herbs, scraps of carrots, and turkey or chicken bones.  Feel free to make your own and use it for this recipe, it will make the soup even better!

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Turkey Orzo Soup

Slow Cooker Turkey Orzo Soup

Slow Cooker Turkey Orzo Soup

Yield: 4 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes

Slow Cooker Turkey Orzo Soup - A comforting crock pot soup recipe made with turkey, orzo, carrots, and more! A great way to use up leftover turkey from the holidays or just an easy to make weeknight meal!

Ingredients

  • 2 large carrots (chopped)
  • 2 stalks celery (chopped)
  • 1 large onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1-2 bay leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 cups shredded turkey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a 6-quart slow cooker, combine carrots, celery, onion, garlic, chicken broth, bay leaves, and black pepper. Cover and cook for 2-3 hours on HIGH or 4-6 on LOW.
  2. 30 minutes before serving, add in shredded turkey and orzo. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
  3. Check that the orzo has fully cooked before serving topped with fresh parsley.

Notes

* Can substitute chicken for turkey.

© Madison
Cuisine: american / Category: Soups and Stews
Turkey Orzo Soup Recipe

Slow Cooker Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

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Slow Cooker Chicken Lemon Rice Soup – Warm and comforting soup made with shredded chicken, lemon juice, rice, carrots, and more. This soup is filled with flavor and an easy crock pot meal.

Slow Cooker Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

Chicken lemon rice soup has always been a go-to for me at coney islands.  The thick and creamy soup was so simple, yet delicious.  As a picky kid, it was perfect because there was never anything in it that I didn’t want.  Now that I have a kitchen of my own and I have to think of meals to make, slow cooker chicken lemon rice soup has been a regular part of my weekly menu because of how easy it is to make while being delicious.

Now the biggest changes I made to the classic recipe are adding carrots and celery because I think they taste great in it and it never hurts to add some vegetables.  To help thicken the soup up, I used condensed chicken soup but don’t worry, you can always either skip that and go for a thinner, brothier soup or substitute it for a homemade version (usually made with chicken broth, flour, and butter).  There are tons of recipes online with substitutes but I used condensed chicken soup to make it easier to make for the average cook.

Crock Pot Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

Common Questions About Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

What is chicken lemon rice soup?

Chicken lemon rice soup is a slow cooker soup inspired by the thick and creamy favorite from coney island restaurants.  Made with shredded chicken, carrots, celery, rice, lemon juice, and other simple ingredients, it is an easy and comforting meal.

Can I make this recipe vegetarian?

Yes! Use cream of celery soup, vegetable broth, and skip the chicken in the recipe!

What size crock pot do I need?

I like to use a 6 quart crock pot for this recipe so that there is extra room.

How do I reheat chicken lemon rice soup?

Reheating chicken lemon rice soup is best over the stove top in a saucepan over medium heat.

What can I serve with chicken lemon rice soup?

Some of my favorite things to serve with chicken lemon rice soup include –

Should I use fresh or dried herbs?

Either! Fresh herbs are ideal because they have a stronger flavor but for sake of convenience and price, the recipe calls for dried.  Use whichever you have access to.

Can I use a rotisserie chicken?

Yes, using a rotisserie chicken is a great way to add some extra flavor to the soup.  Just shred it and add it in the last 30-60 minutes.

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Lemon Rice Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

Slow Cooker Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes

Slow Cooker Chicken Lemon Rice Soup - Warm and comforting soup made with shredded chicken, lemon juice, rice, carrots, and more. This soup is filled with flavor and an easy crock pot meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can condensed chicken soup
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 2 large carrots (diced)
  • 2 stalks celery (diced)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon greek seasoning*
  • 2 cups white rice

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, chicken broth, condensed chicken soup, lemon juice, onion, carrots, celery, bay leaf, and greek seasonings in a 6 quart slow cooker. Cover and cook for 6-8 hours on LOW or 2-3 hours on HIGH.
  2. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred using two forks. Place back in slow cooker and add in white rice. Cook for 1 more hour.
  3. Serve.

Notes

* Don't have greek seasonings on hand? Just mix some dried dill, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, oregano, and salt together.

© Madison
Cuisine: american / Category: Soups and Stews
Slow Cooker Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

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Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Noodle Soup – The BEST chicken noodle soup recipe ever! Made with ranch seasonings, this crock pot soup is filled with so much flavor!

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

For years, one of the go-to recipes at every family event has been crack dip, a delicious dip made with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, and of course, a ranch seasoning packet.  After seeing recipes for crack white chicken chili or crack chicken pasta floating around, I started to wonder if I could combine those same flavors with another dish – chicken noodle soup.  It sounded like a great combination and I turned out to be right – this soup is AMAZING!

Now this recipe has all of the classic chicken noodle ingredients – chicken, carrots, celery, onions, noodles, etc but with the addition of heavy whipping cream, a ranch seasoning packet, white cheddar cheese, spinach, bacon, and some cream cheese.  These help make it a creamy soup with so much flavor that the whole family will love.  I like to serve this soup topped with some chopped bacon on top and some fresh herbs but those are both totally optional.

Crock Pot Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Common Questions About Making Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

What is crack chicken noodle soup?

Crack chicken noodle soup is a spin on chicken noodle soup with the addition of a ranch seasoning packet, cream cheese, spinach, white cheddar cheese, bacon, and heavy whipping cream.  The “crack” part of the soup is comes from the common addition of that word to refer to recipes that incorporate ranch seasoning flavors into a recipe.  It is a creamier version of normal chicken noodle soup.

Can I make homemade ranch?

Yes! Substitute in 1 tablespoon of each of the following – fresh dill, chives, and parsley along with substituting in buttermilk for the heavy whipping cream.

What makes it creamy?

Heavy whipping cream and cream cheese are the main things that makes this soup creamy.

How do I reheat crack chicken noodle soup?

Reheating crack chicken noodle soup is best over the stove top in a saucepan over medium heat.

What size crock pot do I need?

I like to use a 6 quart crock pot for this recipe so that there is extra room.

What type of noodles should I use?

Any noodles will work! I used egg noodles but tortellini, rotini, penne, spaghetti, etc will all work great too!

Can I use vegetable broth?

Of course! You can use homemade vegetable or chicken broth or store bought vegetable or chicken broth.  Whatever you have time for/have on hand.

Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

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Crack Chicken Soup

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Noodle Soup

Yield: 6 Servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes

Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Noodle Soup - The BEST chicken noodle soup recipe ever! Made with ranch seasonings, this crock pot soup is filled with so much flavor!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 3 large carrots (diced)
  • 2 stacks celery (diced)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 - 2 1/2 cups egg noodles
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 cups spinach (chopped)
  • 1 cup white cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 4 pieces of cooked bacon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine chicken, chicken stock, ranch seasoning, onion, carrots, celery, and bay leaf in a 6 quart slow cooker. Cover and cook for 6-8 hours on LOW or 3-4 hours on HIGH.
  2. Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred using two forks. Place back in slow cooker.
  3. Stir in pasta, heavy whipping cream, white cheddar cheese, spinach, and cream cheese. Cover and cook on low heat for an additional 30 minutes (or until pasta is tender).
  4. Serve topped with bacon (optional).
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Cuisine: american / Category: Soups and Stews
Crock Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs

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Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs – Frozen meatballs slow cooked in a savory french onion sauce. These meatballs are a great appetizer or meal!

Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs

Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs

When I used to work at a chain coffee shop, one of my favorite things to get for lunch was their french onion soup.  It was cozy, comforting, and filled with so much savory umami flavor that it tasted amazing.  Since then, I use cans of french onion soup in various dinner recipes like these slow cooker cooker french onion meatballs as a fun spin on those same flavors.

Now for this recipe, all you need are two simple ingredients – french onion soup and meatballs.  There are some options here for what you want to do if you want to make homemade french onion soup or homemade meatballs for this recipe but I chose to go the basic canned and frozen route because I wanted it to be as easy as possible.  Feel free to experiment and make them your own!

French onion meatballs are great because they can either be an appetizer or meal.  If you are having them as a meal, I love to serve them over white rice or egg noddles with a bit of fresh parsley and some shredded gruyere.  Totally optional, just some yummy ideas!

French Onion Meatballs

Common Questions About Making French Onion Meatballs

What are french onion meatballs?

French onion meatballs are a simple two ingredient appetizer or meal made in a slow cooker with meatballs and french onion soup.

Should I use fresh or frozen meatballs?

Any meatballs would work whether they are homemade or frozen.  If you go the homemade route, just make sure you cook them first.  If they are frozen, don’t worry about thawing them.  Just put them in the slow cooker frozen.

What type of meat should my meatballs be?

Any type of meat (or even meatless) will be fine.  I used frozen turkey but chicken, beef, pork, or a blend of those would taste great.

Are french onion meatballs an appetizer or a meal?

Either! If you are serving it as an appetizer, sprinkle some fresh parsley and shredded gruyere cheese on top.  If you are making a meal out of it, serving the meatballs over white rice or egg noodles.

French Onion Meatball Recipe

What size slow cooker should I use?

I would use at least a 2-3 quart slow cooker but you can always use a bigger one.

What other types of meatballs can I make?

There are so many amazing meatballs recipe to try! Some of my favorites include –

Crock Pot French Onion Meatballs

Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs

Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs

Yield: 4-6 Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes

Slow Cooker French Onion Meatballs {2 Ingredients} – Frozen meatballs slow cooked in a savory french onion sauce. These meatballs are a great appetizer or meal!

Ingredients

  • 1 bag of frozen meatballs
  • 2 cans french onion soup

Instructions

  1. Combine ingredients in a slow cooker and cover with lid. Set to HIGH heat for 2-3 hours or LOW for 4-6 hours. Serve.
© Madison
Cuisine: american / Category: Slow Cooker
Slow Cooker Meatballs