The 65 Best Winter Soups To Warm You Up All Season Long (2024)

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We’ll admit to enjoying soup year round, but come wintertime? There’s nothing we crave more than a hot, steaming bowl. We’re not picky either. Chilis, stews, chowders, creamy soups…we love them ALL, so we rounded up our best and brightest for inspiration all season long. From easy soups to multi-day projects (hi, ramen), there’s something here for everyone and every occasion. Soup’s on!

Let’s start with the classics. When we’re sick or feeling down, nothing hits like chicken noodle, so we tested ours over and over to get it perfect. Other comforting go-tos include our minestrone, our Italian wedding soup, our beef stew, our pozole, and our French onion soup. Let us know in the comments below what your go-to is when you’re feeling under the weather.

Feeling a little bored of your standbys? Not to worry, we’ve got tons of innovative soups here that’ll perk you right up come dinnertime. Try turning your favorite sandwich into a soup, like we did in our Philly cheesesteak soup or our meatball sub soup; by adding innovative flavors in, like in our gochujang white chicken chili or our chicken spinach artichoke soup; or taking inspiration from your family’s other go-to dinners, like we did in our cabbage roll soup or our chicken Parm soup. Best part about these soup recipes? There is a TON of wiggle room to make them your own. Get creative and try adding in different proteins, different noodles, different greens…soup can pretty much handle it all.

Appliance-heads, we didn’t forget about you either. We’ve included some of our favorite slow-cooker and Instant pot soups here too, like our slow-cooker chicken tortilla soup, our Instant Pot pho, and our slow cooker creamy gnocchi soup.

You know what goes well with soup? Salads and sandwiches! Check out our favorite winter salads, our best , and our top hearty dinner sandwiches to help round out your meals.

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Swedish Meatball Soup

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If you love Italian wedding soup, then you’ll appreciate this Swedish-inspired twist on the classic. In it, the broth base is just as important as its meatball counterpart. Spicy mustard for a little back-end punchiness, cream, and melted sharp cheddar cheese give the broth a light richness you'll love.

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Chicken Noodle Soup

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Chicken noodle soup is one of the world’s most beloved comfort foods. Chunks of juicy chicken mingle with carrots, celery, and tender egg noodles in a deep, savory broth for a soup that will transport you right back to Grandma’s table after just one spoonful.

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Sure, everyone loves chicken noodle soup, but there's nothing that soothes the soul and warms us up like a big bowl of chicken tortilla soup. Best part? You can make this one in your slow cooker AND get to load it up with your fave toppings—chicken noodle could never.

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French Onion Soup

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Rich, deeply flavorful, and downright decadent, French onion soup is the treat-yourself comfort food we’ll never tire of. Caramelized onions, a beefy broth, and the signature melty cheese and bread topping all transform what could be a simple soup into an enduring classic.

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Creamy White Bean Tomato Soup

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A cross between a classic tomato soup and our favorite white bean soup, this soup is the best of both worlds. It’s rich and creamy with added protein and topped with garlicky croutons. It’s just what a chilly, casual winter evening calls for.

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Chicken Spinach Artichoke Soup

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We transformed our favorite party dip into a hearty dinner by adding chicken breasts and broth, without sacrificing any of the classic flavors. lovers—let us introduce your new favorite cozy winter soup.

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Instant Pot Potato Soup

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This soup is what an Instant Pot was made for—no need to boil potatoes for a long time or stand over a stove. Throwing everything in the Instant Pot will give you a delicious soup in about 40 minutes flat. 😍

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Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo

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Hearty gumbo is a top-notch comfort food stew centered around a flavorful roux and the holy trinity of Southern cooking: aromatic onions, celery, and bell peppers. Filled with shrimp, sausage, and Cajun seasoning, it's the true melting-pot dish that will transport you straight to Louisiana after just one bite.

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Creamy Tortellini Minestrone

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We say the more, the merrier when it comes to classic Italian minestrone soup. Sure, typically that's in reference to lots and lots of vegetables, but we took it a different direction and added a touch of creaminess, plus cheese-filled tortellini.

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Creamy Chicken Ramen Soup

This recipe packs a flavorful punch and then some! You get some spiciness from the curry powder, a rich creaminess from the coconut milk, and a burst of citrus with a squeeze of lime.

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Vegetable Soup

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With a few tricks and tips (bouillon paste, a Parmesan rind, and frozen veggies are key!), it’s easy to take this soup from basic to “chef’s kiss”. Click below for everything you need to know to make the most satisfying veggie soup you’ve ever had.

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Baked Feta Soup

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Though we can basically never say no to baked feta pasta, when it's cold outside, we prefer cozy classics like tomato soup. If you're craving the same, this mash-up recipe is the answer.

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Creamy Reuben Soup

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We took inspiration from our favorite Reuben sandwich to create this play on French onion soup. It's got everything you love—even the rye bread!—in an extra cozy form.

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Homemade Shoyu Ramen

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Braised pork belly, aka a little slice of heaven, is the star in this amazing homemade ramen. Making ramen from scratch is pretty darn elaborate, but we promise your patience will be more than rewarded.

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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup

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Here we upgrade classic chicken soup with a creamy broth infused with Italian ingredients inspired by Tuscany: pasta, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, kale, and basil. Rich and flavorful, this gorgeous (and festive!) soup serves a crowd, and it’s fit for any occasion.

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Philly Cheesesteak Soup

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Love Philly cheesesteaks? Us too! Though we'd never judge just searching up a bunch of them for Christmas dinner, may we suggest turning them into an extra festive, super hearty soup instead? Your family will FLIP over these bread bowls.

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White Chicken Chili

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The white beans here make this heartier than your average chicken noodle soup, the green chiles and jalapeño add just the right amount of spice, and a dollop of sour cream adds a tangy creaminess that keeps you coming back for more.

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Meatball Sub Soup

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Meatball sub fans—get ready to meet your new favorite soup. All the flavors of the classic sandwich are mashed into this gloriously cheesy soup recipe that's ready in under an hour. Seriously, it's got it all.

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Chicken & Dumplings

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Shredded chicken and fluffy homemade dumplings (or biscuits, if you like) come together here for the MOST comforting meal ever. Want to make it even easier? Make our instead.

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Steak Au Poivre Soup

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Steak au poivre is a French classic typically made with filet mignon or sirloin steak covered in a creamy, peppery sauce. The sauce is downright drinkable, so we thought—let’s soup-ify it!

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