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My go-to Crockpot Parmesan White Bean Chicken Soup with Roasted Delicata Squash. For nights when you’re craving easy, warming, comfort food, but also want healthy! Slow cooked chicken with shallots, garlic, fresh herbs, parmesan cheese, white beans, and chicken broth all make for a tasty, creamy soup. Each bowl of steaming soup is served with pasta and herby parmesan roasted delicata squash…easy and SO DELICIOUS. You can make this in the crockpot, instant pot, or even on the stove. Either way, it’s going to be good. Great for just about any night of the week…and leftovers the next day, make for the best lunch!
Our weather really took a turn today. Unlike the rest of the US, up here in the mountains, some of our leaves are already gone and the temps have turned bitter cold. Yesterday we went from sunny and 64 during the day, to snow and 20 at night. It’s supposed to snow all day today with a high of 30…and a low of 4. Whew, I am definitely NOT ready for that! As I type out this post, I’m sitting in front of my personal space heater with it blasting. Soo, it’s safe to say that it’s back to the usual over here…
Me, always being cold.
Point here? It’s chilly, and it’s soup weather. And that’s where this crockpot chicken soup comes in. It’s everything you’d want out of chicken soup, but with so much more going on. The truth is, sometimes I can find chicken soup to be a little boring. This is an updated version. It’s a little creamier, a touch cheesy, but still on the healthy side. Plus, it has the best topping of sweet parmesan roasted delicata squash.
I could not love this bowl of soup more. It warms your bones, and as cheesy as this will sound, it gives a warm and cozy feeling inside too.
Bonus? This soup is relatively healthy, as it’s filled with plenty of chicken and vegetables. But at the same time, it’s also super cozy.
Are you ready for this? Add everything to your crockpot, slow cook all day…come home to a house that smells of hearty chicken soup.
PS. this is my favorite slow cooker, I’ve been using it for years and years.
Just before you’re ready to eat, switch the oven on, and roast the in-season delicata squash with herbs and parmesan cheese. Yes, this is an extra step, but you should do it.
And while the squash is roasting, boil some pasta. Any cut will do, but I really love a short-cut pasta like orzo. OR go the egg noodle route and use something like these delicious old school style egg noodles. Either one is great, but don’t skip the noodles. Every chicken soup NEEDS noodles.
And then? Finish with plenty of fresh parmesan cheese – delicious.
Serious Question: do you say crockpot or do you say slow cooker? I like crockpot best, but I go back and forth. Today it’s crockpot!
Well, they are the classic chicken soup flavors, just amped up a little. The base of the soup is made with a good amount of shallots, garlic, rosemary, and thyme. The other KEY ingredient is the parmesan. I love incorporating parmesan rinds into my recipes because they add so much flavor to any sauce or soup. Simmering the rind in the soup allows it to slowly break down and infuse the soup with parmesan flavor.
Then there’s the basic chicken broth. But me being me, I also like to add in a splash of wine for even more flavor. Towards the end of cooking, white beans and kale are also added to the broth for another hearty layer. And that’s the soup. It’s simple, but yet so full of flavor.
Next comes the squash, which I know might seem like an unnecessary step, but please, please, hear me out. The roasted squash is a must. It’s herby, salty, and turns crunchy in the oven. It ends up kind of like a crispy, cheesy, herby, “fried” squash that sits atop your cheesy bowl of soup.
It’s GOOD.
And then? Just add the pasta…oh, and maybe a side of beer bread…OK, and maybe a glass of wine too.
You guys know how I like to cook, go all in and leave nothing out. Especially this time of year when meals are meant to be relaxing, enjoyable, and most importantly, delicious. That’s this soup.
OH, and lastly, since I know not everyone owns a crockpot, I’ve also included stove-top and instant pot cooking directions. I really wanted to make sure everyone could make this soup!
If you make this crockpot parmesan white bean chicken soup with roasted delicata squash, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
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Such a delicious recipe! The delicata squash is a must- it elevated this dish in such a beautiful way. We’re a small family, so when I made the meal only roasted half of the squash. Next day leftovers were just as delicious, roasting the second half of the squash and simply reheating the soup & orzo.
Thank you so much Alexandra! xTieghan
Also, do you quick release the instant pot?
Hi Jen! Yes, I use quick release. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
Making now. Do i do the orzo in the instant pot under saute or re-pressurize it for 8 minutes? Help! 🙂
HI! Just add the orzo while sautéing with the lid off. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan
Threw everything in the crock pot this morning and when I came home from work, my house smelled divine! The squash was a nice touch, glad I didn’t skip this step. Thanks for the recipe.
Thank you for trying this Allyson! I am so glad it turned out so well for you! xTieghan
Soup season is the absolute best!
Agreed!! Thank you! xTieghan
Made this tonight and it was a hit with the family! My 4yo AND 1yo old (who I had to keep spoon feeding this to!) loved it + hubby approved! Thanks for all you share– just got your 2nd cookbook in the mail today and so excited to try the recipes!
I hope you love all of the recipes!! Thank you so much Erica! xTieghan
Really enjoyed this hearty “chicken Noodle Soup” variation. I knew I would have to make it when I saw beans, kale, squash, pasta, and chicken all in the same bowl…..it had my name written all over it and it did not disappoint. I think the only change I may make the next time I make it (and there will be a next time!) is to add a bit of extra broth. My soup turned out a bit thicker than I would like…..it had lots of “stuff” in the bowl for very little broth (and I did cook/add pasta separately). Either way, enjoyed it immensely! Thank you.
Thank you so much! I am so glad you loved this soup! xTieghan
My husband, after taking a bite of this soup: “It tastes like cheese.”
Me: “YUP, THAT’S THE IDEA.”
So good, will definitely make again!! Putting the rind in is a game changer – there really isn’t that much cheese in the soup but it has such a strong flavor! It tastes completely decadent in spite of being (in my opinion) very healthy! The only thing that didn’t quite work for me was the squash – I don’t think I cooked it long enough, but that’s easily remedied.
PS I keep a google doc of my very favorite “must make again” recipes and realized I have FORTY half baked harvest recipes on that list. WOW.
Haha that is so great! I am so glad you both enjoyed this recipe Jamie! Thank you! xTieghan
I made the soup in my instapot but on slow cooker mode. It was so easy to throw together before work. I used spinach I had instead of kale and threw in a cup of cut pasta rig he into the pot to cook in the soup. The squash tasted like candy on top and was definitely worth the extra little step. Had such a hearty and earthy flavor.
Thank you ! Carolyn
I am so glad you loved this recipe Carolyn! Thank you so much! xTieghan
This was so good! I cooked it in the crockpot, and the roasted squash is MUST. The creamy, sweet, crispy, herby-ness…I cant imagine the soup without it.
Thank you so much Beth!! I am so glad this turned out so well for you! xTieghan
This was AMAZING!!!! So glad I took your suggestion and baked the squash w Parmesan and herbs. Love the instant pot option- quick and easy and delicious!! Thanks!!
Thank you Stephanie! I am so glad you loved this! xTieghan
My husband is not a “soup guy” and this blew his mind! Used Penzeys dried sage but followed instant pot recipe to the letter otherwise. Tasted so nuanced – like a dressed up chicken soup!
Thank you Lisa! xTieghan
HI Tieghan,
I absolutely loved this recipe spot on perfect!! Everything about it turned out great for me thank you for sharing. I need to buy myself an instant pot as it would make life easier in the kitchen. How often do you use it for your recipe?? I share your recipes with my chefs at work all the time. I am trying to convince our Executive Chef to incorporate your recipes into what we make for our clients. You take a good recipe and elevate it into something absolutely stunning with such ease well done!! I need some help with taking pictures on my phone. Do you have any suggestions on what is the best setting to use?? I can’t wait to buy your next cookbook. Is there any chance you’ll be coming to AZ for a book signing?? I absolutely love to cook for others and you inspire me greatly. Whenever I get new clients its your recipes I cook for them. Thank you for all your wonderful recipes you are simply amazing!! 🙂
Hey Mike! For photographing on your phone, I recommend taking the photo through the phones camera app and then editing the photo through the Lightroom app. This is how I do it! I don’t use any settings, but I will say that natural light is always best whenever possible!
Sadly no AZ signings in the works right now, BUT I have to tell you that this was the kindest comment to read!! Thank you SO MUCH! It really made my night! Please let me know if you have any other questions. And I am so glad you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan ??
This was terrific! Made it in the slow cooker and used boneless thighs. Upped the amount of veggies because that’s how I roll, and it was delicious. A friend brought leeks from her garden which we roasted with the squash–WOW.
Sounds so amazing Rebecca! Thank you for trying this! xTieghan
Love this recipe! I started this in the crockpot with frozen chicken (all I had) but it’s going to take too long this late in the day! You think if I switch it over to the instant pot it would be ok?
Hey Jeanine! I am sure using the instant pot at this point will be just fine. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe! Thank you! xTieghan ??