Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

This is a hearty soup that only takes 15 minutes prep time and 6 hours in slow cooker. It is very easy and low in fat.

3/4 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs(cut into 1 inch pieces)
2 medium stalks of celery(with leaves)
sliced (1-1/4 cups)
1 large carrot, chopped(3/4 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped(1/2 cup)
1 can(14.5oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1- 3/4 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 box(9oz.) frozen baby sweet peas
1 cup frozen home-style egg noodles

Spray 10 inch skillet with cooking spray, heat over med. heat until hot. Add the chicken pieces, cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until browned.
Spray 3 to 4 quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix chicken and remaining ingredients, except peas and noodles. Cover' cook on low heat setting 6 hours 30 minutes to 7 hours.
Stir in peas and frozen noodles, cover, cook on low heat setting about 10 minutes longer, or until noodle are tender.
Serves 6
Enjoy!