🍲 Crockpot Marry Me Chicken Macaroni Soup (Mediterranean Style)

Creamy • Comforting • Slow-cooked • Tomato–herb • One-pot

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📝 Ingredients (Serves 6)

Chicken

• 1.5 lbs (700g) boneless chicken breasts or thighs

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1/2 tsp thyme

• Salt & pepper

Soup Base

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained & chopped)

• 4 cups chicken broth

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)

• 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1/2 cup cream or evaporated milk

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan

• 1/3 cup cream cheese (optional for extra silkiness)

Pasta

• 2 cups dry small macaroni or ditalini
  (You’ll add this near the end)

Finishing

• Fresh basil

• Fresh parsley

• More Parmesan

• Olive oil drizzle

• Optional: feta for a Mediterranean twist

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🍳 Instructions

1. Season the Chicken

Rub chicken with:
Olive oil, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Place in the crockpot.

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2. Build the Crockpot Base

Add to the crockpot:

• Onion

• Garlic

• Bell pepper

• Sun-dried tomatoes

• Chicken broth

• Cherry tomatoes (if using)

• Lemon juice

• Chili flakes

Cover and cook:
Low 6–7 hours or High 3–4 hours

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3. Shred the Chicken

Remove cooked chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the crockpot.

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4. Make It Creamy

Stir in:

• Cream

• Parmesan

• Cream cheese (optional)

Mix until melted and smooth.

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5. Add the Macaroni

Add dry pasta directly to the crockpot.

Cook on High for 12–18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

(If too thick, add a splash of extra broth.)

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6. Finish with Mediterranean Flair

Stir in:

• Fresh chopped basil

• Fresh parsley

Serve topped with:

• More Parmesan

• Olive oil drizzle

• Optional crumbled feta (SO good)

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Pair with:

• Warm pita

• Greek salad

• Roasted lemon vegetables

• Garlic herb flatbread