35 Easy Soup Recipes

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When it's cold out, nothing beats a big pot of soup. These 35 easy soup recipes are my tried-and-true favorites, from creamy loaded potato soup and chicken pot pie soup to crockpot lasagna soup, chowders, chili and hearty beef stew.

a photo of 4 recipes butternut squash, tortellini soup, lasagna soup and hobo stew.

I've grouped them so you can find what you're craving: chicken soups, potato soups and chowders, beef and sausage soups, bean and vegetable soups, and chili and stews. A lot of them are made in the slow cooker, so dinner cooks while you go about your day.

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Why You'll Love These Easy Soup Recipes

Cozy comfort food. These are hearty, filling soups made for cold nights.

Lots of crockpot soups. Many of these cook in the slow cooker, so dinner is ready when you are.

Simple ingredients. These are easy, homestyle soups the whole family will eat.

Easy Chicken Soup Recipes

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

All the comfort of chicken pot pie in a bowl, loaded with tender chicken, veggies and noodles. Serve it with buttermilk biscuits.

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Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup

A creamy, hearty chicken and rice soup that's quick enough for any night of the week.

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Homemade Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup

Tender chicken, fresh veggies, orzo and herbs in a hearty, bright soup.

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White Chicken Lasagna Soup

A fun, hearty take on lasagna made with chicken. It's perfect for fall and winter.

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Chicken Enchilada Soup

An easy soup loaded with chicken and beans and packed with flavor. It's the perfect bowl of comfort.

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Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup

An easy, hearty turkey noodle soup with plenty of veggies. It's a great way to use leftover turkey.

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Creamy Potato Soups and Chowders

Loaded Potato Soup

Thick, creamy potato soup loaded with tender potatoes, cheese and bacon, like a loaded baked potato in a bowl.

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Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup

A creamy, cheesy ham and potato soup with easy prep. It's perfect for busy nights.

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Slow Cooker Kielbasa Potato Soup

A hearty kielbasa and potato soup made in the slow cooker for a filling, satisfying dinner.

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Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheese Soup

A creamy, rich broccoli cheese soup full of fresh broccoli florets. Your family will be asking for seconds.

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New England Clam Chowder

Thick and creamy chowder loaded with tender potatoes, sweet clams and smoky bacon. It's classic comfort in every bite.

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Sweet Corn Chowder

A creamy corn chowder loaded with potatoes, corn and bacon. It's the ultimate comfort food.

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Hearty Beef and Sausage Soups

Crockpot Lasagna Soup

Creamy, hearty lasagna soup made in the crockpot, so you can feed the whole family without all the layering.

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Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup

Everything you love about a cheeseburger, with ground beef, bacon, veggies and creamy, cheesy goodness, made in the slow cooker.

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Crockpot Vegetable Beef Soup

Tender beef and hearty vegetables in a rich broth. It's an easy slow cooker dinner the whole family will love.

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Slow Cooker Taco Soup

A hearty, comforting taco soup that's a Taco Tuesday favorite and perfect for busy weeknights.

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Italian Meatball Soup

Tender meatballs, vegetables and pasta in a rich tomato broth. It's an easy, comforting dinner.

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Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup

Cheese-filled tortellini and Italian sausage in a rich, creamy broth.

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Pasta e Fagioli Soup

A simple, hearty Italian pasta and bean soup. It's total comfort food for a weeknight.

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Easy Bean and Vegetable Soups

Italian Sausage White Bean Soup

A hearty, creamy white bean soup with Italian sausage. It's filling and full of flavor.

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Slow Cooker Pinto Bean Soup with Chorizo

Pinto bean soup with both bacon and chorizo for lots of flavor.

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Slow Cooker Bean and Bacon Soup

A creamy, hearty bean soup with smoky bacon, perfect for chilly nights.

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Slow Cooker Sausage Bean Soup

Made from scratch and loaded with hearty beans and sausage. This crockpot soup is going to be a favorite in your house.

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Nonna’s Minestrone Soup

A one-pot minestrone loaded with fresh vegetables, beans, pasta, herbs and parmesan.

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Roasted Garlic Tomato Soup

A simple, smooth soup with roasted tomatoes, smashed garlic, herbs and spices. It's perfect with grilled cheese.

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Panera Bread Butternut Squash Soup

A creamy, hearty butternut squash soup made with veggies and warm spices.

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Easy Chili and Stew Recipes

Hearty Beef Stew

Tender beef, potatoes and carrots in a rich tomato and red wine gravy. It's perfect for a cold night.

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Guinness Beef Stew

A hearty beef and Guinness stew packed with veggies and tender beef for the perfect comfort meal.

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Hobo Stew (Mulligan Stew)

A hearty ground beef and vegetable stew with potatoes, carrots, green beans and corn. It's one pot and budget-friendly.

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One Pot Chicken Stew

Tender chicken thighs and savory vegetables in a creamy broth. It's the ultimate comfort food on a chilly night.

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Garlic Parmesan Slow Cooker Chicken Stew

A creamy garlic parmesan chicken stew with shredded chicken, two kinds of potatoes and peas. Dump it in the crockpot and let it go.

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Taco Chili

Three kinds of beans with ground beef and veggies for a bold, flavorful bowl of comfort.

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White Chicken Chili

Hearty beans and chicken in a creamy broth. Pile on all your favorite toppings.

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No-Bean Chili

A thick, hearty chili with deep, rich flavor. You won't even miss the beans.

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Steak Chili

Steak chili made with tender ribeye, beans and a rich, slow-simmered sauce, all in one pot. Serve it with cornbread.

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Recipe FAQ's

What are the easiest soups to make?

Slow cooker soups are some of the easiest, because the crockpot does most of the work. Slow Cooker Taco Soup, Crockpot Vegetable Beef Soup and Garlic Parmesan Slow Cooker Chicken Stew are great places to start. Nonna's Minestrone Soup and Hobo Stew are easy one-pot options on the stove.

What are good soups for cold winter nights?

Thick, hearty soups are perfect when it's cold out. Loaded Potato Soup, Chicken Pot Pie Soup, New England Clam Chowder and Hearty Beef Stew are all cozy, filling bowls.

What soups can I make in the crockpot?

Plenty! Crockpot Lasagna Soup, Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup, Slow Cooker Ham and Potato Soup and Slow Cooker Sausage and Three Bean Soup all cook in the slow cooker.