It's that time of year again.....that time of year when it is so cold outside all you want to do is sip warm drinks and eat a bunch of warm comfort food. Comfort food includes soup. What's better than homestyle chicken noodle soup? Well, homestyle chicken noodle soup with added spinach and sundried tomatoes. This recipe also includes instructions for a slow-cooker.
Calories: 256 Fat: 9G Carbs: 20G Protein: 22G
I decided to jazz up my typical chicken noodle soup recipe by adding a couple of extra veggies. Sometimes, chicken noodle soup isn't filling enough for me. Additional veggies are the perfect trick.
I work in finance now. Early on in my career, I was more focused on accounting. Immediately upon graduating from college, I worked with a large CPA firm where I earned my CPA license. The hours at the firm were grueling.
We had our traditional busy season that lasted from January to March of each year. Then, we were also busy the first month following each quarter end, which includes April, July, and October.
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Needless to say, about 6 months out of every year I would work 50-60 hours a week. In the early part of the year, the hours were closer to 60-65 hours per week. There was no time to come home and cook dinner each night.
By the time I got off work I just wanted to shower and sleep. I learned early on that I would have to meal plan and prep in advance.
One of the perks of being busy during the months I mentioned, meant that we were not busy in December and during the holiday season. Most of us who worked at the firm would take 2-3 weeks vacation in December in preparation for the hell we would endure in January.
I would usually spend this time catching up on my reading. I typically read 10 books during this vacation, alone. I felt starved for an opportunity to come home, just RELAX....and READ.
I also took advantage of this time to meal prep. Over the 2 weeks vacation, I would cook 6-8 hearty soups. I would place them in large Tupperware containers. I labeled each with the type of soup and the date it was cooked.
When work busy season started, every Sunday night I would remove one of the Tupperware containers from the freezer to thaw overnight. I would take the soup with me to work. This would serve as my lunch (and sometimes dinner) each day.
I loved this "strategy." I was able to commit to eating healthy meals each day without having to put much thought into it. More importantly, I did not have to put any time into it. Work was stressful enough! The last thing I needed to worry about was making time to cook meals.
Chicken noodle soup was one of my favorites of this mass meal prep bunch. However, it needed a little more ummph to it. Spinach and sundried tomatoes have proven to be the perfect addition. These veggies save the soup from becoming dull and boring after the first couple of days. I love meals that I can look forward to each day of the week.
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Instant Pot Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup with Spinach
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups egg noodles
- 3 chicken drumsticks
- 1 skinless chicken breast
- 3 carrots chopped
- 3 celery stalks chopped
- 4 cups spinach fresh
- ¼ cup sundried-tomatoes
- 2-3 garlic cloves chopped
- 1 cup onion chopped
- 2 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon® Reduced Sodium Roasted Chicken Base
- 6 cups chicken stock I used Kirkland's Organic
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Instant Pot Instructions
- Turn the Instant Pot on the Saute function. Add the olive oil to the pot.
- When the pot becomes warm, add the garlic and onions. Cook until fragrant.
- Add the carrots, celery, and spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the veggies are soft and the spinach has wilted.
- Add the Better Than Bouillon, chicken stock, and chicken to the pot.
- Place the lid on the pot and seal. Cook for 10 minutes on Manual High Pressure.
- Allow the steam to release naturally instead of quick release.
- Open the pot and remove the chicken.
- Place the Instant Pot on the Saute function. Add the egg noodles and sundried tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine. Allow the soup to cook until the noodles soften.
- Shred the chicken. Add the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Taste the soup repeatedly and add salt and pepper to taste.
Slow Cooker Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil onions and garlic. Cook until fragrant.
- Add the carrots, celery, and spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the veggies are soft and the spinach has wilted.
- Add the sauteed veggies, Better Than Bouillon, chicken stock, and chicken to the slow-cooker.
- Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 8 hours.
- Remove the chicken from the slow-cooker. Shred the chicken. Add the shredded chicken, noodles, and sundried tomatoes to the slow-cooker.
- Cook for an additional 30 minutes on Low.
Nutrition
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Julia says
I love soups and this one looks amazing! Btw, reading books is one of the best ways to relax! 🙂
Suzy says
I'm going to need to invest in an instant pot! This sounds great.
Lisa | Garlic + Zest says
You can't go wrong with chicken noodle soup! I've never tried it with sun dried tomatoes, but I'll bet they add a nice flavor!
Traci @ The Kitchen Girl says
Always up for a good Chicken Noodle Soup recipe...esp with the Instant Pot. Thanks for sharing!
Dannii says
I have had a cold for ages and some chicken noodle soup is just what I need I think. This looks amazing too.
Sandi says
This looks like a nice thick soup that has a ton of flavor!
sue | theviewfromgreatisland says
Another reason for me to get an instant pot! This is so much more vibrant and delicious looking than the canned chicken noodle soup I grew up eating :))
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
I love all the veggies you put in this delicious soup! I love soup so much and always have. I'm glad I'm not in finance, I can just imagine how busy you can be. This soup is perfect for busy and not busy people. I can't wait to try it!
Ayngelina Brogan says
I love my Instant Pot but I've never made soup in it, thanks for the inspiration.
Ashley says
YUM! This sounds and looks absolutely delicious! I love spinach and chicken together.
Soniya says
Love my instant pot and I am always looking for new recipe to try. And I have found one .. the chicken noodle soup looks so Delish.. giving it a try this weekend!
Cathy says
This sounds like a great recipe, but I think I'm probably the only person who doesn't own an Instant Pot yet. I might have to consider buying one soon!
staysnatched says
I included the instructions for slow-cookers/crock pots. If you own one of those you don't need an Instant Pot.
Rebecca Bryant says
Now that fall is here I am really enjoying having soup for dinner and lunch. There is something so warm and comforting about a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup.
Lois Alter Mark says
What a colorful (and healthy) take on chicken noodle soup. Though I'm not much of a cook, this recipe seems easy to handle. Will have to try it now that the temperatures are dropping!
reesa says
This looks so hearty and perfect for a cold day! I cannot wait to get an instant pot!
Cassie says
This looks absolutely delicious - I love the idea of adding in sundried tomatoes - not something I would have thought to do but I bet it adds so much flavour!
Alicia Taylor says
I love that you added spinach to this. It looks like it would be soothing. I can see why this would be one you'd make while on your much-needed break.
Andrea says
and this is the perfect weather for recipes like the one above! And how cool that you have the version for those of us wiht slow cookers!
Karen Eidson says
I'm retired now, but I don't always like to spend hours in the kitchen every day. What a great idea to cook up several dinners and freeze them. I should be doing that. I may try your soup recipe too. I love spinach, and the rest of the ingredients sound really good.
Alecia says
Soup is great for meal planning! I love having a big pot of soup in the fridge when I get hungry
Louise says
I absolutely LOVE chicken noodle soup, but I've never tried it with spinach before! I'll definitely have to give it a try as it looks and sounds delicious 🙂
Louise x
Jen Temcio says
Soup is not usually this gorgeous! I love the colors and the healthy spinach. Now all I need is to get up to speed and get an instant pot!
Jacqui Odell says
It's chilly here and chicken noodle soup sounds good! I love one pot and instant pot stuff. It's perfect for busy days.
David Elliott says
I really miss my Dutch Oven. So many dishes I could make until it chipped and cracked. Was so very disappointing. This makes me realize I need a new one. Looks delicious.
Monica (NYCTechMommy says
I’ve recently been using my crock pot a lot more. This is a great recipe I must try! I love all these ingredients.
Krysti says
This looks so delicious! I love slow cooker meals and this looks so healthy and easy. Definitely saving xx
Jake Ferrer says
Oh my! This soup looks so very delish! It's a prefect winter dinner for my family.
Stephanie Cruz says
What a heartwarming recipe! Reminded me of something my grandmother would use to make back when I was still in the Philippines. Love the addition of veggies too. Will totally make this as the weather gets colder and colder. Thank you!
Debbie Savage says
Wow, this looks so delicious and healthy too! I don't think I have seen a recipe quite like this and I love the addition of spinach! YUMMY!
Tanya @Intimate Explorations says
I love your food prep strategy. I'm in an extended busy phase, and I am not managing my diet well at all. I'm going to think about implementing your strategy.
Orvina says
As I do every time I’m looking for a recipe; I searched “soup” and saw this recipe. This was the very first Stay Snatched Recipe I’ve ever made years ago. And I realized I didn’t leave a review and I’ve made it probably a thousand times over the last few years. It’s so flavorful and the tomatoes add a nice touch. Whenever my friends are sick, I make this soup. I honestly don’t like veggies(Horrible, I know) but I eat everything in this recipe as is! Sooo GOOD!!
staysnatched says
Yay! Great way to sneak those veggies in.
Mallory says
My new favorite chicken noodle soup recipe. The sun dried tomatoes really add a delicious touch. The use of drumsticks and a chicken breast gives an extra depth of flavor. I’ll definitely make this again!
staysnatched says
Awesome.
Felicia says
Been a bit under the weather and I wanted a soup that was comforting and filling. This soup was perfect! It was easy to make and it was packed full of protein and veggies so it filled me up. The sun dried tomatoes and spinach were the perfect addition to chicken noodle soup. I doubled it and put some in the freezer. Thank you for this great recipe!
staysnatched says
Yay! I’m glad you enjoyed it.