This slow-cooker Chicken Egg Drop Soup is a comforting twist on the classic Chinese-inspired dish, prepared with just a handful of pantry ingredients. Unlike traditional stovetop methods, this version uses a crockpot for gentle simmering, allowing the flavors of rich chicken stock and fluffy egg dumplings to meld beautifully. It’s a heartwarming, simple soup that balances the rustic ease of American home cooking with a nod to the light, silky texture of Chinese egg drop soups. Perfect for cool evenings or when you crave something soothing and satisfying without fuss.
Ingredients
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base
- Place chicken stock in the slow cooker and set to high heat.
Step 2: Make the Egg Batter
- In a medium bowl, combine egg, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat together until the mixture is smooth and lump-free.
Step 3: Add Batter to Soup
- Drop the egg mixture by half-teaspoonfuls into the hot broth.
Step 4: Cook the Soup
- Cover and cook for 15–30 minutes, until the small egg drops are set and cooked through.
Step 5: Serve
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Tips
- Beat egg mixture until completely smooth to avoid lumps in the dumpling-style drops.
- Drop batter by ½ teaspoons as written, larger drops will need extra cooking time.
- Use low-sodium chicken stock if you prefer lighter salt levels.
- Add finely sliced green onions for color and mild onion flavor.
- A dash of white pepper can add classic egg drop soup aroma.
- For richer body, simmer an extra 5 to 10 minutes to slightly thicken broth.
- To make it heartier, stir in a handful of cooked shredded chicken.
- Substitute part of the stock with vegetable stock for a lighter taste.
- Keep the slow cooker on High as written so dropped batter cooks through quickly.
- Serve immediately; egg-drop style soups are best hot and freshly cooked.
Nutrition
Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 7gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 120mgVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg
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