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Chicken Egg Drop Soup
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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4
Calories 90 kcal

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
Keyword chicken stock soup, comfort food, crockpot soup, egg drop soup, simple soup, slow cooker soup, weeknight dinner
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