Are you ready to spice up your dinner routine with a dish that’s as comforting as it is bold? Introducing the Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Soup—a creamy, zesty delight that will have your taste buds dancing! Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this recipe combines tender chicken with the fiery kick of buffalo sauce, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. Get ready to dive into a bowl of warmth and flavor that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by washing and chopping the onion into small, uniform pieces.
- Place whole chicken breasts into the slow cooker as the base layer of the recipe.
- Sprinkle chopped onions evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Pour chicken broth directly into the slow cooker, ensuring chicken is mostly covered.
- Add buffalo sauce, distributing it evenly across the chicken and broth.
- Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to personal taste preference.
- Cover slow cooker and set to low heat setting for 6 hours.
- After 6 hours, carefully remove chicken and shred using two forks, pulling meat apart into tender pieces.
- Return shredded chicken back to slow cooker.
- Add cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese, stirring gently to combine and allow cheeses to melt.
- Let soup sit for an additional 10-15 minutes to thicken and incorporate flavors.
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with additional buffalo sauce, green onions, or blue cheese crumbles.
Tips
- Choose Quality Chicken: Opt for fresh, high-quality chicken breasts for the best flavor and texture in your soup.
- Customize Your Heat: Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to suit your spice tolerance. For a milder version, use less sauce or mix in some ranch dressing.
- Add Extra Veggies: Consider adding chopped celery or carrots for added nutrition and flavor. They can be tossed in at the same time as the onions.
- Don’t Rush the Shredding: Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking before shredding to make it easier and prevent burns.
- Cheese Variations: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses! A mix of mozzarella and blue cheese can create a delicious twist on the classic flavor.
- Garnish for Presentation: Enhance the visual appeal of your soup with fresh green onions, crumbled blue cheese, or a drizzle of extra buffalo sauce before serving.
- Store Leftovers Properly: Keep any leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze it for a quick meal later on.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 480kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 38g
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 145mg
