This Slow Cooker Chicken Leek Soup is creamy, comforting, and made with just 6 ingredients. An easy crockpot dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Slow Cooker Chicken Leek Soup
If you love easy comfort food, this slow cooker chicken leek soup is one of those recipes you’ll want to keep on repeat. It’s rich, creamy, and comes together with minimal effort.
Just add everything to the slow cooker and let it do the work for you. By the time dinner rolls around, you’ll have a warm, homemade meal ready to serve.
This soup is simple but full of flavor, making it perfect for busy families or cozy nights at home.
Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Chicken Leek Soup
- Made with only 6 simple ingredients
- Hands-off slow cooker recipe
- Creamy and comforting
- Perfect for meal prep
- Family-friendly and easy
What Are Leeks?
Leeks are a mild, slightly sweet vegetable that belongs to the onion family. They add a delicate flavor to soups and stews without being overpowering.
Because they grow in sandy soil, it’s important to clean them well. Slice them first, then rinse thoroughly to remove any dirt trapped between the layers.
How To Make Slow Cooker Chicken Leek Soup
This recipe is as simple as it gets. Add your ingredients to the slow cooker and let everything cook low and slow until tender and flavorful.
Once the chicken is cooked through, shred it into bite-sized pieces and return it to the soup. This helps distribute the flavor evenly throughout the dish.
You can adjust the seasoning to your taste before serving.
Tips For The Best Chicken Leek Soup
- Wash leeks thoroughly to remove dirt
- Use chicken thighs for extra flavor or breasts for a lighter option
- Shred the chicken while warm for easier handling
- Adjust seasoning at the end for the best flavor
What To Serve With It
Serve this soup with toasted crusty bread, a green salad, or even a grilled sandwich for a complete meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make chicken leek soup ahead of time?
Yes, this soup stores well and tastes even better the next day.
Can I freeze this soup?
Yes, allow it to cool completely before freezing in airtight containers.
Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?
Yes, chicken breast works well if you prefer a leaner option.
How do I make it thicker?
You can blend a portion of the soup or add a little cream at the end.
I hope you give this delicious Slow Cooker Chicken Leek Soup a try. If you make it, tag me on Instagram @LivingSweetMoments.
Slow Cooker Chicken Leek Soup
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 2 Chicken Breasts
- 2 Leeks
- 6 cups Chicken Broth low sodium
- 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 1 teaspoon Garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Rosemary minced
- salt + pepper as desired
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the slow cooker bowl
- Add 1/2 cup of the chicken broth and cook on high for 2 – 3 hours or low for 4 – 5 hours
- When the chicken is cooked, remove it and shred using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker.
- While the chicken is cooking, Wash the leeks thoroughly (see notes)
- Cut off the thick, woody and tough green portions of the leeks
- Slice the leeks in half, and then chop the leeks in half moon thin slices
- Add the leeks, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
- Add the rest of the chicken broth (see notes)
- Cook on high for another 2–3 hours, or until the leeks are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Hold the leeks under running water and with your fingers, slightly separate the layers to allow the water to get into the layers and remove the dirt. Adding the chicken broth: Depending on how thick/hearty you prefer your soup will depend on how much broth you add. If you prefer a brothy soup, then add more liquid. If you prefer a more hearty type soup, then add less broth to the slow cooker bowl.
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This sounds fabulous! Quick question for you… Step 7 mentions rosemary, but it’s not listed in the ingredients list. Can you clarify?
You’re aboslutely right Christy, my mistake, it’s 1 tbs minced rosemary. I will add it to the recipe
No worries… thank you so much! Making this now!
let me know how it comes out!
Fabulous! I made it stove top using rotisserie chicken because I didn’t have time for the slow cooker after work. This is definitely going into my rotation. Love it! So simple, but so yummy! Thank you!
Yay! so glad you enjoyed it Christy! have a lovely weekend and thanks for your feedback
Is that supposed to be a tablespoon or a teaspoon of rosemary? I’ve seen teaspoon as tsp & Tablespoon abbreaveated as Tbsp but never seentbs
tablespoon