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This easy soup recipes collection has a delightful bowl for every craving … all with few ingredients and simple steps!

These easy soup recipes are filled with simple ingredients, comforting flavors, and family favorites that make dinner easy any night of the week.

Few Ingredients, Simple Instructions

When the weather cools down (or you’re simply craving a comforting meal), nothing hits the spot quite like a warm bowl of homemade soup. Soup recipes are some of our favorite dinners because they’re easy to make, feed a crowd, and often taste even better the next day.

Whether you’re looking for a hearty soup packed with meat and vegetables, a creamy chowder, a classic chicken soup, or a cozy slow cooker favorite, we’ve rounded up our very best recipes in one place. We’re kicking things off with our Top 10 Easy Soup Recipes that our readers make again and again, followed by 20 more delicious soup recipes you’ll want to keep on hand all season long.


Our Top 10 Easy Soup Recipes

1 Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe

Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Enjoy the flavors of a taco in this easy chicken tortilla soup that preps in minutes and can be made on the stove or in the crock pot.
5 from 393 votes
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2 Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe

Broccoli Cheese Soup Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
This Broccoli Cheese Soup is creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender broccoli, an easy one pot dinner that's ready for busy weeknights.
5 from 28 votes
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3 Albondigas Recipe

Albondigas soup scooped into white bowl.
Albondigas Recipe
Total Time: 55 minutes
Handed down for generations, there's nothing better than Great Grandma's famous albondigas soup!
5 from 357 votes
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4 Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe

A bowl of chicken enchilada soup topped with fresh cilantro.
Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
This Chicken Enchilada Soup is creamy, hearty, and packed with bold enchilada flavor. An easy slow cooker dinner that's perfect for busy nights.
4.99 from 161 votes
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5 Cheesy Potato Soup Recipe

Cheesy Potato Soup Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Creamy cheesy potato soup is made with a handful of ingredients for a simple set-it-and-forget-it crockpot classic!
5 from 72 votes
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6 Taco Soup Recipe

Taco soup served with fresh cilantro and tortilla strips.
Taco Soup Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Taco Soup recipe is packed with hearty beans, chili, corn, and bold taco flavor, making it a quick family dinner ready in just 20 minutes.
5 from 29 votes
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7 Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Bowl of our homemade chicken noodle soup recipe in it.
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
Total Time: 40 minutes
Chicken Noodle Soup with tender carrots, celery, herbs, and egg noodles in a savory broth, cozy, kid friendly, and perfect for make ahead meals.
5 from 33 votes
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8 Egg Drop Soup Recipe

Egg drop soup in bowl with fried wontons and green onions on top.
Egg Drop Soup Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Egg Drop Soup is a quick, easy soup with savory chicken broth, silky egg ribbons, fresh chives, ginger, and crispy wonton strips.
5 from 19 votes
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9 Ham and Potato Soup Recipe

Ham and Potato Soup Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Try this creamy, comforting ham and potato soup for a 30 minute easy soup that's perfect for using leftover ham!
4.98 from 74 votes
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10 Crockpot Tortellini Soup Recipe

Crockpot tortellini soup recipe in bowl with ingredients behind.
Crockpot Tortellini Soup Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Crockpot Tortellini Soup is a creamy slow cooker soup with cheese tortellini, spinach, tomatoes, cream cheese, and chicken broth.
4.97 from 218 votes
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More Easy Soup Recipes

11 Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Hearty chicken gnocchi soup is filled with veggies and on the table in only 30 minutes. It's a favorite copycat recipe!
4.95 from 17 votes
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12 Buffalo Chicken Soup Recipe

A bowl of buffalo chicken soup topped with bleu cheese and herbs.
Buffalo Chicken Soup Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Buffalo Chicken Soup is loaded with tender chicken, cheese, and bold buffalo flavor for an easy one pot dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
5 from 8 votes
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13 Chicken Dumpling Soup Recipe

close up of a ladle in chicken dumpling soup.
Chicken Dumpling Soup Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Shortcut Chicken Dumpling Soup has tender chicken, fluffy biscuit dumplings, and creamy broth for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
4.97 from 82 votes
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14 Mexican Corn Soup Recipe

Mexican Corn Soup Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Delicious Mexican Chicken and Corn Soup filled with chicken, corn, tomatoes, cheese, & lots of seasonings! This Chicken Corn Soup recipe is so simple and can be made in 20 minutes!
4.97 from 26 votes
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15 Chicken Chowder Recipe

Chicken Chowder Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Creamy chicken corn chowder hits the spot, brimming with tender chicken, sweet corn, and a rich broth – all in under 30 minutes.
5 from 20 votes
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16 King Ranch Chicken Soup Recipe

King Ranch Chicken Soup Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
King Ranch Chicken Soup is savory and delicious. This twist on a classic brings all the flavor to the table in under 30 minutes.
5 from 7 votes
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17 White Chicken Chili

White Chicken Chili
Total Time: 25 minutes
This award winning White Chicken Chili is creamy and hearty, an easy one pot dinner ready in about 30 minutes.
5 from 165 votes
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18 Cauliflower Soup Recipe

Cauliflower Soup Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Cheesy and Delicious Cauliflower Soup. One of our favorite soup recipes to enjoy all year long! Ingredients include cauliflower, potato flakes, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and bacon!
5 from 4 votes
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19 Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup Recipe

Homemade grilled cheese and tomato soup topped with fresh herbs.
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup Recipe
This grilled cheese and tomato soup recipe is creamy, comforting, and easy to make, with crispy sandwiches and rich homemade soup.
5 from 7 votes
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20 Tomato Bisque Recipe

Homemade tomato bisque served in bowl and topped with sour cream and a piece of bread.
Tomato Bisque Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Thick, creamy, and delicious tomato bisque is a family favorite that can be made in 20 minutes making it perfect for busy nights.
5 from 37 votes
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21 Sweet Potato Soup Recipe

Sweet Potato Soup Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Velvety smooth Sweet Potato Soup has just a bit of spice. It's the perfect soup recipe for anyone who loves sweet potatoes.
4.91 from 20 votes
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22 Crock Pot Hamburger Soup

Crock Pot Hamburger Soup
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
Hearty crock pot hamburger soup is packed with veggies and flavor. Best of all, it's made in the slow cooker with minimal effort.
5 from 7 votes
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23 Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

Crock Pot Cheeseburger Soup Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Thick and cheesy crockpot cheeseburger soup is rich and creamy with plenty of chunks for a stick-to-your-ribs kind of soup!
5 from 4 votes
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24 Crock Pot Baked Potato Soup Recipe

Crock pot baked potato soup served in a white bowl topped with green onions and shredded cheese.
Crock Pot Baked Potato Soup Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes
Crock pot baked potato soup is a creamy twist on a loaded baked potato, an EASY, delicious slow cooker staple!
5 from 43 votes
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25 CrockPot Taco Soup Recipe

CrockPot Taco Soup Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Creamy & delicious Crockpot Taco Soup is SO easy to make! It's packed with flavor and takes just 5 minutes of prep time!
5 from 16 votes
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26 Chicken Taco Soup Recipe

Bowl of chicken taco soup.
Chicken Taco Soup Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Our favorite chicken taco soup is a dump-and-go slow cooker favorite, it's perfectly spiced and easily doubled!
4.98 from 42 votes
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27 CrockPot Chicken Stew Recipe

CrockPot Chicken Stew Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
Creamy Crock Pot Chicken Stew is simple, convenient, and TASTY! This hearty slow cooker meal is perfect for busy nights.
4.98 from 38 votes
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28 Creamy Tortellini Soup Recipe

Creamy Tortellini Soup Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Deliciously smooth & Creamy Tortellini Soup is cheesy, hearty and SO warm and delicious. Everyone loves this quick, easy soup!
5 from 9 votes
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29 Cheeseburger Soup Recipe

Cheeseburger Soup Recipe
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Sink your teeth into this hearty cheeseburger soup. Filled with meat and veggies, it's cheesy and completely crave-able!
4.79 from 14 votes
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30 Ham and Bean Soup Recipe

Ham and Bean Soup Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Easy ham and bean soup is perfect for using up leftover ham. It is warm, hearty, and full of savory flavors!
5 from 5 votes
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FAQ

What are the easiest soups to make?

Simple soups like potato soup, taco soup, tomato soup, broccoli cheese soup, and chicken noodle soup come together quickly with pantry staples and are perfect for beginner cooks.

Can soup be frozen?

Yes! Most broth-based soups freeze beautifully for up to 3 months. Cream-based soups can also be frozen, though they may need a good stir after reheating.

What goes well with soup?

Soup pairs perfectly with homemade dinner rolls, breadsticks, garlic bread, cornbread, grilled cheese sandwiches, crackers, or a fresh green salad.

How long does homemade soup last?

Most homemade soups will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3โ€“4 days.

Whether you’re feeding your family on a busy weeknight, bringing dinner to a friend, or just looking for something cozy to enjoy on a chilly evening, these easy soup recipes are guaranteed to satisfy.

One of the best things about soup is how versatile it is. Many of these recipes can be made ahead of time, frozen for later, or customized with whatever ingredients you already have on hand. Pair them with homemade rolls, cornbread, garlic bread, or a simple salad, and dinner is done!

Be sure to save this collection for the next time you’re wondering what to make for dinner. With 30 tried-and-true favorites to choose from, you’ll always have a comforting meal ready to go.

About Kristyn

Kristyn Merkley is a published cookbook author, wife, mom of six, and major food enthusiast! For the past 15 years, she has been sharing foolproof, family-friendly recipesโ€”each one tested in her kitchenโ€”that anyone can master. As a seasoned recipe creator, she loves making cooking simple, stress-free, and totally doable for everyone!

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