Description
Experience the comforting warmth of a hearty bowl of Slow Cooker Italian Chicken Hamburger Soup—a delightful blend of tender ground beef, colorful vegetables, and small pasta immersed in a savory, flavorful broth. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for families looking for a nutritious meal on busy weeknights. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you relax or attend to other tasks. It’s versatile enough to customize with your favorite veggies or pasta shapes, making each bowl unique and satisfying. Serve with crusty bread or a fresh salad for an inviting family dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3/4 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley and Parmesan for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat and transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add chopped carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic directly into the slow cooker.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the small pasta and cook until tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6–7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg