By: Shannon Epstein
- March 21, 2017
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This crockpot copycat Benihana chicken soup is a homemade version of Benihana’s famous onion soup….with chicken. Cooking this Japanese inspired onion soup in the slow cooker makes this recipe incredibly easy. Add your ingredients and let them simmer throughout the day, infusing the broth with rich flavors from the chicken breasts, onions, celery, carrots, and seasonings.This copycat Benihana soup recipe is not only delicious but also healthy too being low in calories, low-carb, paleo, and Whole30 compatible. Instructions to make this easy chicken soup in the Instant Pot are also included.
Ingredients For Crockpot Copycat Benihana Chicken Soup
- Chicken Breasts
- Mushrooms
- Carrots
- Celery
- Onion
- Garlic
- Fried Onions
- Green Onions
- Chicken Broth
- Beef Broth
- Seasonings: salt, pepper, ginger
How To Make Crockpot Copycat Benihana Chicken Soup
Slow Cooker
- Add the chicken, broth, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, ginger, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
- Cook HIGH for 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.
- Strain out the veggies so only broth and chicken are left in the slow cooker.
- To serve, add 2 tablespoons of the sliced mushrooms to a bowl. Ladle about 1 cup of broth into the bowl. Garnish with a few pieces of the fried onions and green onions.
- Add the chicken, broth, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, ginger, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
- Close lid and seal valve. Sethigh pressureand cook for25 minutes. When cooking time is complete, quick release the pressure.
- Strain out the veggies so only broth and chicken are left in the Instant Pot.
- To serve, add 2 tablespoons of the sliced mushrooms to a bowl. Ladle about 1 cup of broth into the bowl. Garnish with a few pieces of the fried onions and green onions.
FAQs & Tips
What type of chicken should you use?
The recipe is meant to use uncooked chicken breasts but chicken thighs are another good option. If you have leftover cooked chicken, you can use that as well.
Do you have to use meat?
Of course not. Omit the meat for a meatless, vegetarian soup. Omit the meat and use vegetable broth to make this a vegan soup.
How is this soup served?
This soup is an excellent choice for a light lunch, a soothing dinner, or even as a starter before a more meal.
How do you store leftovers?
Store leftover slow cooker copycat benihana soup in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
What size slow cooker did I use?
I used my3.5-quart slow cookerfor this recipe.
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This crockpot copycat Benihana chicken soup is a homemade version of Benihana’s famous onion soup….with chicken. Cooking this Japanese inspired onion soup in the slow cooker makes this recipe incredibly easy. Add your ingredients and let them simmer throughout the day, infusing the broth with rich flavors from the chicken breasts, onions, celery, carrots, and seasonings.This copycat Benihana soup recipe is not only delicious but also healthy too being low in calories, low-carb, paleo, and Whole30 compatible. Instructions to make this easy chicken soup in the Instant Pot are also included.
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breasts, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups beef broth (or water)
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 white onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery ribs, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoons pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup French onions
Instructions
Slow Cooker
- Add the chicken, broth, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, ginger, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
- Cook HIGH for 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.
- Strain out the veggies so only broth and chicken are left in the slow cooker.
- To serve, add 2 tablespoons of the sliced mushrooms to a bowl. Ladle about 1 cup of broth into the bowl. Garnish with a few pieces of the fried onions and green onions.
- Add the chicken, broth, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, ginger, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
- Close lid and seal valve. Sethigh pressureand cook for25 minutes. When cooking time is complete, quick release the pressure.
- Strain out the veggies so only broth and chicken are left in the Instant Pot.
- To serve, add 2 tablespoons of the sliced mushrooms to a bowl. Ladle about 1 cup of broth into the bowl. Garnish with a few pieces of the fried onions and green onions.
- Author: Shannon Epstein
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hours
Of course if you’re following whole30 then don’t use the french onions. If you’re following a paleo lifestyle then you can make your own! Or just omit them all together as well.
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