Some weeks, good soup recipes are the only meal plan I need. One big pot covers dinner tonight and lunch tomorrow, and the whole kitchen smells cozy while it simmers.
Soup is also one of the easiest ways to stretch simple ingredients and feed a crowd. When I want something creamy and simple, I make my Crock Pot Potato Soup, and my Easy Ground Beef Vegetable Soup is perfect for busy nights. For something lighter, try my Carrot and Celery Soup, or go cozy with Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup or a 30-minute Creamy Crab Soup.
I'm sharing 37 of the best soup recipes below. They include Broccoli Cheddar Soup, Lasagna Soup and Tom Kha Gai, and more. You'll find light, brothy bowls right next to rich chowders and bisques. Pick a few for your meal plan this week!
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Chicken Soups
Chicken soups are the ultimate comfort food, and these recipes prove there is so much more to explore beyond the classic bowl.
Quick and Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
This homemade chicken noodle soup is the classic comfort bowl done right, and once you try it, reaching for the canned version will be a thing of the past.
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Quick and Easy Chicken Noodle SoupPhoto and recipe: The Modern Proper
Chicken and Rice Soup
Bright lemon and fresh dill make this chicken and rice soup feel lighter and livelier than your average weeknight bowl.
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Chicken and Rice SoupPhoto and recipe: The Modern Proper
White Bean Chicken Soup
White beans add creamy heartiness to this naturally low-carb chicken soup that comes together in under 30 minutes.
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White Bean Chicken SoupPhoto and recipe: Nourish and Fete
Instant Pot Creamy Wild Rice and Chicken Soup
Made in the Instant Pot, this thick and hearty wild rice and chicken soup is packed with vegetables and can even be made with leftover turkey.
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Instant Pot Creamy Wild Rice and Chicken SoupPhoto and recipe: 365 Days of Slow Cooking and Pressure Cooking
Coconut Chicken Soup
This Thai-inspired coconut chicken soup is quick to make and delivers a wonderfully aromatic, flavorful bowl every time.
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Coconut Chicken SoupPhoto and recipe: She Wears Many Hats
Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi Soup
This copycat version of the beloved Olive Garden classic is creamy, comforting, and ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Olive Garden Chicken Gnocchi SoupPhoto and recipe: Creme De La Crumb
Chicken and Dumplings
Tender chicken and fluffy dumplings come together in this easy, old-fashioned recipe that delivers pure, classic comfort food flavor.
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Chicken and DumplingsPhoto and recipe: Little House Big Alaska
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
Loaded with beans, veggies, and all your favorite Mexican toppings, this slow cooker enchilada soup is a hands-off weeknight winner.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada SoupPhoto and recipe: Spend With Pennies
Hearty & Meaty Soups
When you want something that truly sticks to your ribs, hearty and meaty soups deliver bold flavor and plenty of substance in every spoonful.
Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup
Tender beef, hearty barley, and vegetables slow-simmer all day into a deeply fragrant and satisfying soup best enjoyed with warm, buttery bread.
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Slow Cooker Beef and Barley SoupPhoto and recipe: Inquiring Chef
Easy Lasagna Soup
All the cozy, familiar flavors of lasagna come together in one easy pot with bowtie pasta that holds up beautifully for leftovers.
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Easy Lasagna SoupPhoto and recipe: The Kitchen Girl
Easy Hamburger Soup
Lean ground beef, potatoes, diced tomatoes, and vegetables make this quick hamburger soup a filling meal that freezes wonderfully.
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Easy Hamburger SoupPhoto and recipe: Spend With Pennies
Taco Soup
This one-pot taco soup is fast, healthy, and endlessly flexible since you can make it on the stovetop, in a Crock Pot, or in the Instant Pot.
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Taco SoupPhoto and recipe: Tastes Better From Scratch
Stuffed Pepper Soup
Every cozy element of stuffed peppers is transformed into an easy, family-friendly soup made with simple, wholesome ingredients.
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Stuffed Pepper SoupPhoto and recipe: Cooking Classy
Cheeseburger Soup
All the best flavors of a classic cheeseburger show up in this cheesy, veggie-packed soup that feels indulgent but is actually quite wholesome.
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Cheeseburger SoupPhoto and recipe: Farmhouse on Boone
Vegetable & Legume Soups
Vegetable and legume soups are proof that meatless meals can be just as filling and satisfying, packed with plant-based goodness.
Minestrone Soup
This vegetarian Italian minestrone is hearty, fresh, and full of vegetables, and it truly shines when served alongside a thick slice of crusty bread.
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Minestrone SoupPhoto and recipe: Love and Lemons
Dal Soup
Simple and nourishing, this dal soup is a comforting lentil-based bowl that is easy to prepare and deeply satisfying.
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Dal SoupPhoto and recipe: Hebbar's Kitchen
Easy Black Bean Soup
Made with pantry staples and canned black beans, this vegan and gluten-free soup is a simple, flavorful meal you can pull together any night.
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Easy Black Bean SoupPhoto and recipe: Two Peas & Their Pod
Easy Coconut Curry Lentil Soup
Red lentils, warming spices, and sweet coconut milk come together in under 30 minutes for a vegan soup that is creamy, filling, and full of flavor.
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Easy Coconut Curry Lentil SoupPhoto and recipe: Wholly Nourished
Hearty Hungarian Mushroom Soup
Inspired by Hungarian flavors, this hearty mushroom soup can be served chunky or blended smooth like a bisque for a truly versatile meal.
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Hearty Hungarian Mushroom SoupPhoto and recipe: a hint of rosemary
Cabbage Soup
Cabbage, carrots, celery, onion, and tomatoes cook down into a light yet filling herby broth that tastes even better the next day.
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Cabbage SoupPhoto and recipe: The Recipe Rebel
Potato Leek Soup
This classic French potato leek soup is creamy, comforting, and endlessly customizable for a simple meal that never goes out of style.
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Potato Leek SoupPhoto and recipe: Once Upon a Chef
Creamy & Bisque Soups
Creamy and bisque-style soups feel indulgent and special, making them perfect for both cozy nights at home and dinner party starters.
Buffalo Cauliflower Soup
Silky smooth and loaded with cheddar, wing sauce, and blue cheese, this buffalo cauliflower soup is bold, creamy, and totally craveable.
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Buffalo Cauliflower SoupPhoto and recipe: How Sweet Eats
Creamy Tomato Soup with Cream Cheese and Basil
Cream cheese and fresh basil take this low-carb tomato soup to a rich and savory level that works beautifully for lunch or dinner.
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Creamy Tomato Soup with Cream Cheese and BasilPhoto and recipe: My Montana Kitchen
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Rich, creamy, and ready in just 30 minutes, this broccoli cheddar soup is a classic comfort bowl that pairs perfectly with crusty bread or homemade croutons.
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Broccoli Cheddar SoupPhoto and recipe: Love and Lemons
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
This velvety butternut squash soup achieves a gorgeous creamy texture without any cream, letting the natural squash flavor truly shine.
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Roasted Butternut Squash SoupPhoto and recipe: Cookie and Kate
Potato Corn Chowder
This slightly lightened-up potato corn chowder is still packed with creamy flavor and colorful vegetables in every satisfying spoonful.
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Potato Corn ChowderPhoto and recipe: The Cozy Apron
Carrot Soup with Ginger
Ginger and turmeric give this vegan carrot soup a bright, glowing warmth that is both light and deeply flavorful.
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Carrot Soup with GingerPhoto and recipe: Feasting At Home
Seafood Soups
Seafood soups bring a rich, oceanic depth of flavor that feels elegant yet surprisingly simple to pull together on any night of the week.
Smoked Salmon Chowder
Smoked salmon brings a rich, distinctive depth to this creamy, comforting chowder that is perfect for a chilly evening.
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Smoked Salmon ChowderPhoto and recipe: The View from Great Island
Seafood Bisque
Three types of seafood make this bisque incredibly flavorful and impressive, yet it comes together in just 20 minutes.
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Seafood BisquePhoto and recipe: Countryside Cravings
Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup
This Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup brings bold, vibrant flavors to your bowl with tender shrimp in a rich coconut broth. It's a satisfying seafood option that feels special enough for company but easy enough for a weeknight.
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Thai Coconut Shrimp SoupPhoto and recipe: Iowa Girl Eats
Global & Specialty Soups
Global and specialty soups open up a whole world of bold spices, unique ingredients, and exciting flavors right from your own kitchen.
Egg Drop Soup
This classic Chinese-style egg drop soup takes just 15 minutes to make and delivers a simple, cozy bowl any time you need it.
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Egg Drop SoupPhoto and recipe: Gimme Some Oven
Easy Mexican Chicken Tortilla Soup
Loaded with bold Mexican flavors and perfect for serving a crowd, this chicken tortilla soup is a beloved family staple for good reason.
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Easy Mexican Chicken Tortilla SoupPhoto and recipe: Camille Styles
Creamy Tikka Masala Soup
Inspired by the beloved Indian dish, this high-protein creamy tikka masala soup is layered with warm, complex spices in every bowl.
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Creamy Tikka Masala SoupPhoto and recipe: Clean Food Crush
Authentic Tom Kha Gai
Coconut milk, lemongrass, galangal, and makrut lime leaves infuse this authentic Thai chicken soup with layers of aromatic, comforting flavor.
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Authentic Tom Kha GaiPhoto and recipe: Hot Thai Kitchen
Avgolemono: Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
Egg yolks and plenty of lemon juice give this traditional Greek chicken soup its signature silky texture and bright, warming taste.
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Avgolemono: Greek Lemon Chicken SoupPhoto and recipe: Skinny Spatula
Creamy Roasted Pumpkin Soup
Roasted pumpkin brings maximum flavor to this creamy, healthy soup that looks beautiful on a holiday table and makes great next-day leftovers.
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Creamy Roasted Pumpkin SoupPhoto and recipe: Cookie and Kate
Thai Chicken Curry Soup
Coconut milk, Thai red curry paste, chicken breast, and rice noodles make this one-pot soup a warming, well-balanced cold-weather meal.
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Thai Chicken Curry SoupPhoto and recipe: Erin Lives Whole
I hope one of these soups finds its way into your kitchen soon and becomes a new favorite for your family!












































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