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. Set high pressure and cook for 25 minutes. When cooking time is complete, quick release the pressure.
before 
after - 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 my 3.5-quart slow cooker for this recipe.
Chicken Soup Recipes
PrintCrockpot Copycat Benihana Chicken Soup
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.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 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. Set high pressure and cook for 25 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.
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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22 thoughts on “Crockpot Copycat Benihana Chicken Soup”
so i made it smells amazing it just finished havent eaten it yet
came out real bland not sure why
Did you try adding more salt?
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Looks good but I’m vegan. Any suggestions for a flavorful vegan protein to replace the chicken with?
Apologies for the delay! Beans or lentils would be a great addition.
This sounds really easy to make and am adding this to my list for this weekend
Oh yeah I’m making this! It looks easy enough for me! And it looks yummy. I’m adding chicken to mine also.
I love a dish that can be cooked in one pot. This one looks so hearty and flavorful.
This looks great and healthy which is a plus
Hmmm this makes me hungry. I must try it over the wekend too.
I think that my family would love this. Chicken, mushrooms and broth.
To me, nothing is more comforting than soup. I also love that this recipe calls for the slow cooker! Can’t wait to try this, great post!
Nothing is more comforting than soup. Plus, I love that this recipe calls for the slow cooker! Great post, can’t wait to try it!
Perfect for cold weather. I love chicken soup and this one is good to try.
I haven’t been to Benihanna is forever! The soup looks so YUMMM. Gonna have to add this to my go to soup for a comforting sick day.
I will have to try this, i love benihanna.
Mmmm, I think I’d really like this. I don’t think I’ve ever tried the soup at Benihana, but I’d certainly try this.
For the rainy and cold days, a chicken soap is my sole bestie 🙂 Thanks for another recipe 🙂
-blairvillanueva
I’m a vegetarian, so this isn’t something that I could eat haha, but my boyfriend would absolutely love this! It looks so wholesome and comforting. 🙂
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I’ve never been to Benihana before but the soup looks scumptious! I like a meal that’s simple and savory all at once.
I have not been to Benihana in sooo long! I love it, and I love that soup! Yummm, going to have to pin this to make for later. 🙂