This Crockpot Shredded Chicken and White Bean Soup is a cozy, wholesome meal made with simple pantry ingredients and hearty vegetables. Just toss everything into your slow cooker and let it simmer into a flavorful, filling dinner—no extra steps needed. Packed with protein-rich white beans, tender shredded chicken, and classic veggies, it’s the perfect cold-weather comfort food. Plus, it’s budget-friendly and makes a generous batch, ideal for feeding the whole family during Fall and Winter.
Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken and White Bean Soup
There’s nothing quite like a warm, hearty bowl of soup to make winter feel a little cozier. As someone who adores bean soups, this Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken and White Bean Soup has become a staple in my kitchen during the colder months. Alongside my favorites like Crockpot Swiss Chard & White Bean Stew and Kale, Bean, and Potato Soup, this recipe offers comfort in every spoonful.
Packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy white beans, and a medley of vegetables, it’s the kind of meal that warms you from the inside out. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make—just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic.
Cooking Tips
- Dry Beans for the Win: Using dry white beans not only enhances the flavor and texture but also makes this meal budget-friendly. No need to soak them overnight; they cook beautifully right in the slow cooker.
- Fresh or Canned Tomatoes: If you have canned stewed tomatoes from your garden, this is a perfect opportunity to use them. Otherwise, store-bought canned tomatoes work just as well.
- Vegetable Variety: Feel free to add other vegetables you have on hand, like chopped kale or spinach, to boost the nutritional value and add more color to your soup.
Storing Leftovers
This soup stores wonderfully, making it great for meal prep or enjoying throughout the week.
- Refrigerator: Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: For longer storage, freeze the soup in individual portions. It will keep well for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat on the stove or in the microwave.
Whether you’re looking for a comforting dinner or a nourishing lunch, this Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken and White Bean Soup is sure to satisfy. Enjoy!
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Crockpot Chicken and White Bean Soup
PrintIngredients
- 2 large carrots peeled and diced
- 4 stalks celery chopped
- 1 small onion peeled and chopped
- 1 pound dry white beans
- (1) 28 oz can stewed tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound chicken breast uncooked
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients into the crockpot, stirring to completely mix.
- Cook on LOW for 8 hours. After 8 hours, remove the chicken and shred on cutting board with fork and knife (the chicken should just fall apart). Add chicken back to slow cooker and give it a stir. You can stir right away, but I like to let it sit in the crockpot for 30 more minutes to soak up the broth while I get the dinner table ready.
- Serve in bowls and serve. I love mine with a little Parmesan cheese on top.
Amanda says
Hi! This sounds delish!! Can I use canned beans instead? I don’t have dry beans on hand. TIA!! 🙂
Pamela says
Hey Amanda, you can, they might just get a little softer compared to dry beans. I’d use (3) 15 ounce cans. Enjoy the soup!
BRISCOE says
Do u add water at anytime to this soup
Pamela says
No, you only need the 6 cups chicken broth.
Ryan says
This is amazing, thanks for sharing!
Pamela says
Hey Ryan, thanks for commenting! I’m glad you liked this soup recipe!
Agness of Run Agness Run says
I would love to give this soup a try, Pamela! I definitely have to introduce more soups into my diet!
Vanessa says
I use dried beans a lot in my cooking, but I can honestly say I’ve never thought to grow my own. My yard is tiny though and so is my veggie garden.
Hope says
This looks like the perfect comfort food – yum!
Cakespy says
This is the most cozy dish I could imagine! I love white bean chili (which sometimes has chicken in it) so it’s pretty sound logic that I’m going to love this soup.
Karen (Back Road Journal) says
This would be a good soup with store bought ingredients but it has to be a great soup with veggies from your garden.
Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says
I’m so jealous that you can cook with veggies from your own garden! I can’t make anything but weeds and cacti grow. . .This soup looks absolutely fabulous!
Marta @ What should I eat for breakfast today says
I need to finally buy a slow cooker. How come I don’t have it! The soup looks delicious.
cheri says
Hi Pamela, what a delicious pot of soup, I bet your home smells wonderful.