Chicken soup recipes come to mind when comfort food calls. Whether you need a quick weeknight meal or something to nurture you when you're under the weather, this collection has it all.
34 Chicken Soup Recipes That’ll Warm the Soul
Updated on May 27, 2025
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Chicken Noodle Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My first Wisconsin winter was so cold, all I wanted to eat was homemade chicken noodle soup. Of all the soup recipes out there, this type of soup is my favorite and is in heavy rotation in my house from November to April. It has many incredibly devoted fans. —Gina Nistico, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 239 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 1176mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein.
This classic chicken noodle soup recipe brings together tender bites of chicken and noodles that perfectly soak up every drop of broth. It’s a cozy, no-fuss soup that is familiar, soothing and just homemade enough to feel special.
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Chicken Wild Rice Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
14 servings (3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm originally from Minnesota, where wild rice grows in abundance and is very popular in recipes. This creamy chicken wild rice soup has been part of our Christmas Eve menu for years. To save time, I cook the chicken and wild rice and cut up the vegetables the day before. —Virginia Montmarquet, Riverside, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 154 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 807mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
Nutty wild rice gives this soup some earthy depth, while the creamy base hugs the shredded chicken and veggies in each spoonful. It’s a satisfying wild rice recipe with texture and soul.
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Chicken and Dumplings
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Homemade chicken and dumplings hearkens back to my childhood and the chilly days when we devoured those cute little balls of dough swimming in hot, rich broth. It's one of those soups you'll want to eat again and again. —Erika Monroe-Williams, Scottsdale, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 470 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 892mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein.
Something about chicken and dumplings feels like stepping into your grandma’s kitchen. This recipe keeps it old-school with tender chicken and a classic mirepoix. The soft, doughy drop dumplings steam into little pillows of comfort right on top. It’s the kind of slow-simmered meal that fills your home with cozy smells and your bowl with food that’s truly soul-soothing.
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Chicken Tortilla Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This chicken tortilla soup is as good as (if not better than) any I've had in a restaurant. I get so many compliments when I serve it: You will too. —Laura Black Johnson, Largo, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 200 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 941mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
This punchy chicken tortilla soup turns everyday ingredients into a dish that’s vibrant and full of life. Juicy shreds of rotisserie chicken soak up a tomato-rich broth with green chiles, cumin and garlic. The best part? It’s all done in under 30 minutes.
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Chicken Vegetable Soup
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
2 hours 35 min
Servings
16 servings (about 4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I experimented with different variations, and this is the best chicken vegetable soup recipe I came up with. It's especially good to take to potlucks or share with friends. I often take a bowl to work to heat up for a fast lunch. —Bertha Vogt, Tribune, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 195 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 537mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
This chicken vegetable soup is endlessly customizable since you can use whatever is in your fridge or garden. We suggest peas, carrots, broccoli, potatoes, turnips and tomatoes alongside chicken to make a broth that’s deeply satisfying and layered with texture.
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Tuscan Chicken Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Tuscan chicken soup, also known as marry me chicken soup, proves that to get to the heart, you have to go through the stomach. This creamy, cheesy soup is complemented with heavy Italian seasoning, bright sun-dried tomatoes and protein-rich rotisserie chicken, leaving everyone with a happy and full belly. —Nancy Mock, Southbridge, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 205 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 774mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
This Tuscan chicken soup is like a little Italian daydream in a bowl. Sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan and whole milk stir up a creamy, tangy broth with just the right amount of indulgence, while shortcut pasta shapes and handfuls of spinach add dreamy texture and color. Whether you’re curled up with a book or hosting a casual dinner, this soup knows how to charm.
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Coconut Curry Chicken Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Similar to a Vietnamese pho rice noodle soup, this red coconut curry chicken soup packs big flavor and a bit of heat. The crisp raw vegetables help cool things down. —Monnie Norasing, Mansfield, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 601 calories, 34g fat (26g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 1722mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 4g fiber), 27g protein.
In about 30 minutes, creamy coconut milk and spicy red curry paste make a wonderfully cozy broth. Shredded rotisserie chicken and crunchy veggies add texture and freshness, while rice noodles soak up all the flavor. It’s the kind of dish you’ll want to make again and again, especially on busy nights when you want something super satisfying without the hassle.
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Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves making soup because it’s a great way to use up vegetables and we’ll have leftovers for days. I made this copycat Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup once and knew I needed the recipe in my soup Rolodex! —Risa Lichtman, Portland, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 362 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 1058mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein.
Tender gnocchi and shredded chicken nestle into a creamy herbaceous broth. This recipe with gnocchi turns a chilly evening into a cozy memory.
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Rotisserie Chicken Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
4 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
Make a hearty, warm bowl of homemade chicken soup with just a few easy steps. Instead of cooking chicken from scratch, this recipe swaps in precooked rotisserie chicken to make the process all that more simple. —Cathy Trochelman, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 158 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.
This quick-fix soup turns store-bought rotisserie chicken into something special. It’s a welcome shortcut with homemade flavor. The juicy, seasoned chicken shines.
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Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to make this smooth, creamy soup when company comes to visit. Its zippy flavor is full of southwestern flair. My family enjoys dipping slices of homemade bread in this chowder to soak up every bite! —Susan Garoutte, Georgetown, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 368 calories, 21g fat (13g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 753mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein.
This Mexican soup recipe is creamy and just the right amount of spicy, thanks to chipotle peppers and green chiles. The corn stays sweet and crunchy, and the chicken soaks up all the smoky goodness as if it were made for it.
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Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this creamy chicken rice soup recipe while making some adjustments to a favorite stovetop chicken casserole. We like this soup for lunch with a crisp roll and fresh fruit. —Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 312 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 699mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat.
For a recipe so easy to make, this creamy chicken and rice soup sure does pack a lot of punch. The rice softens slowly, the chicken shreds gently and everything simmers into a thick, buttery broth. It’s humble but unexpectedly rich, like something you’d find simmering on the back burner in a French countryside kitchen.
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Vietnamese Chicken Meatball Soup with Bok Choy
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
6 hours 45 min
Servings
8 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Throughout Vietnam there are many kinds of soups, called canh, served all year long. I particularly love having this warm, flavorful bowl of Vietnamese chicken soup on laid-back weekends, but it's also great packed in a thermos for lunch. It's the perfect bok choy soup too! —Brenda Watts, Gaffney, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 147 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 836mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein.
This recipe is a noodle shop favorite reimagined for your own kitchen. The broth is fragrant with garlic and fish sauce, the meatballs are light and gingery, and the bok choy keeps things crisp. It’s the kind of bok choy recipe that you’ll make repeatedly.
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Thai Chicken Noodle Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings (5 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This slow-cooker soup is a semi-homemade version that coaxes all the flavor out of a rotisserie chicken. The prep work for this can be done the day before so you can toss it into the slow cooker with ease. —Beth Jacobson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2-1/2 cups (calculated without optional toppings): 398 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 1321mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 32g protein.
This isn’t your average chicken soup. This soup offers a delightfully tangy coconut and lime broth that feels like a flavor map of Thailand. The heat from the chiles lingers just long enough to remind you it’s there. Slurp the noodles, breathe in the lemongrass and let this Thai recipe transport you.
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Matzo Ball Soup
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
12 servings (4-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This traditional matzo ball soup recipe is worth the extra effort. If you prefer, you can add egg noodles instead of matzo balls to this Jewish chicken soup. —Julia Sherman, New Market, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 160 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 509mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
Lovingly called “Jewish penicillin,” this soup buoys fluffy matzo balls that float in a golden chicken broth. Whether made for Shabbat, Passover or a runny nose, this Jewish food has a kind of comfort that stays with you.
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Ceylon Chicken Curry Noodle Soup
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This comforting chicken curry noodle soup is a take on a soup I ate during childhood. It is loaded with ingredients to boost your immune system and can easily be made vegan or vegetarian. —Sarita Gelner, Chesterfield, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 316 calories, 16g fat (11g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 758mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.
This soul-warming soup is made with spiced chicken, soft noodles and a creamy coconut broth. It’s deeply nourishing, wildly flavorful and flexible enough to turn into a vegetarian soup recipe without missing a flavor beat.
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Spanish Chicken Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings (3 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
A hearty soup made from scratch is the perfect antidote for chilly weather. Save leftovers for weekday lunches sent to work in a Thermos or quickly reheated in the microwave. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 324 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 530mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
This comforting take on sopa de fideo con pollo starts with a tomato-rich sofrito base, then builds flavor with bone-in chicken, Yukon Gold potatoes and strands of broken pasta. It’s a one-pot wonder that tastes as if it simmered all day.
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White Chicken Chili
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Folks will enjoy a change from traditional chili when they dip their spoons into this flavorful blend of tender chicken, white beans and just the right amount of zip. This is our favorite white chicken chili recipe. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 214 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 596mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 7g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
This chili recipe replaces beef and tomatoes with white beans, green chiles and tender chicken. It’s a lighter nod to traditional chili, but still thick and cozy in texture.
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Chicken Barley Soup
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No question—this is my favorite barley soup! It's so filling that I serve it as a hearty main dish, and I have given the recipe to many of our friends and relatives. It simply tastes too good to keep to yourself! —Diana Costello, Marion, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 259 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 127mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable.
This barley soup starts with a whole chicken and ends with something that feels as though it’s been simmering for generations. The barley turns plump and chewy, the veggies go tender and sweet, and the broth transforms with homemade flavor that happens only when you do things the slow, satisfying way. The soup is humble, hearty and quietly magical.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a wonderful addition to potlucks, and it comes together so easily! Cauliflower makes a nice, extra-creamy backdrop for the classic flavors of chicken cordon bleu that you can eat with a spoon. —Heidi Der, Stow, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 481 calories, 32g fat (16g saturated fat), 141mg cholesterol, 1254mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 33g protein.
This soup takes all the fancy charm of chicken cordon bleu and spoons it into a bowl of silky, cheese-laced goodness. You get tender chicken, smoky ham and gooey Swiss cheese swirled into a velvety broth.
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Chicken Tortellini Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (about 2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe puts a different spin on traditional chicken noodle soup. I like to use cheese tortellini instead of plain noodles for a pleasant and filling change of pace. This easy creation has become a family favorite that I can count on often. —Jean Atherly, Red Lodge, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 170 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 483mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch.
This quick soup swaps in cheesy tortellini for plain noodles, giving the chicken soup a fun Italian spin. With tender chicken, mixed veggies and an herby broth, it’s simple, satisfying and ready in a flash.
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Spicy Chicken and Hominy Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This slow-cooked soup is also called posole, a traditional good luck New Year's meal in my native New Mexico. Everyone makes it differently—my soup answers the age-old chili question, red or green? We use both! —Janet Christine McDaniel, Arlington, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 277 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 1558mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 26g protein.
Inspired by the festive spirit of Mexican pozole, this soup simmers chicken, smoky chipotles and chewy hominy into an aromatic broth. It’s spicy, earthy and the kind of soup that awakens your palate with a flavor adventure.
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Chicken Corn Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings (about 4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamed corn and butter make my chicken corn soup homey and rich. This recipe makes a big batch, but the soup freezes well for future meals—one reason why soups are my favorite thing to make. —Beverly Hoffman, Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 201 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 697mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.
This old-fashioned recipe has tender chicken, buttery egg noodles and creamed sweet corn that melts right into the broth. One spoonful will leave you wondering why you ever waited to try it.
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Chicken Fajita Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
10 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This south-of-the-border chowder is one of my favorite slow-cooker recipes, and it's a winner at family dinners and potlucks alike. We like ours topped with fresh avocado, shredded cheddar cheese and chili cheese corn chips. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 269 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1069mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 26g protein.
This soup takes everything awesome about sizzling fajitas and ladles it into a smoky, slow-cooked broth with a creamy kick from nacho cheese soup (yes, nacho cheese!). Toss in chorizo, corn and black beans, and this soup practically throws its own party.
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Chicken Potato Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Any time I serve this thick comforting soup, I'm asked for the recipe. Because it is loaded with chunks of potatoes and chicken, no one suspects that it's low in fat. —Carla Reid, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 232 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 646mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat-free milk.
This easy chicken soup recipe is like something someone’s grandma accidentally invented and never stopped making because it’s that good! You get chunks of potato, bits of chicken and buttery onions all swirling in a broth that’s part soup, part delicious memory. A splash of milk makes it smooth, a handful of herbs keeps it lively, and somehow it all just works so well.
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Green Chicken Chili
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
5 hours 25 min
Servings
10 servings (3-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
The prep work for this chili is easy thanks to several pantry staples. It’s loaded with shredded chicken and beans. The spicy heat can be tamed a bit with cool sour cream. —Fred Lockwood, Plano, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 320 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 1187mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 7g fiber), 32g protein.
If regular chili had a fresher, livelier cousin, this would be it. Shredded chicken, navy beans, tomatillos and a punchy hit of salsa verde come together in a bold broth. It’s tangy, spicy and full of character.
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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband is Greek, so I'm always trying new Mediterranean recipes. This lemon chicken orzo soup is his favorite dish that I make. Serve it with a little feta or Parmesan and a side of toast. —Kristine Kosturos, Olympia, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1-2/3 cups: 223 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 630mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
This zesty Mediterranean recipe is light on effort but big on flavor, with juicy chicken, tender orzo and a splash of lemon that brings everything to life. It’s vibrant, satisfying and just the thing to shake up your usual soup routine.
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Chicken Potpie Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings. (21/4 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother hand-wrote a cookbook. She included the amazing pie crust, and I added this delicious chicken potpie soup to eat with it. —Karen LeMay, Seabrook, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups soup with 3 toppers: 614 calories, 30g fat (9g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 1706mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 23g protein.
I wasn’t planning to fall in love with a soup, but then this one showed up with buttery potatoes, sweet peas and actual pie crust on top. It’s got all the comfort of the classic potpie but skips the baking, which honestly feels like a win for everyone involved.
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Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
A good friend made us this rich, comforting soup after the birth of our son. It was such a help to have dinner taken care of until I was back on my feet. This yummy dish is so simple to fix that now I give a pot of it (along with the recipe) to other new mothers. —Joanna Sargent, Sandy, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 218 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 980mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
You don’t need a special reason to make this soup, but it’s perfect for someone who’s under the weather or just needs a little care. Twirly egg noodles, tender rotisserie chicken and a broth made better with layers of cream make the soup taste like something you stirred with love all afternoon.
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Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings.
From the Recipe Creator:
Our recipe for Instant Pot chicken noodle soup is full of flavor, yet it takes only 40 minutes to cook from start to finish. Make it once and you'll soon have a new comfort food favorite. —Kerry Whitaker, Carthage, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 225 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 1259mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
This is the soup you throw together when you want something homemade but don’t feel like hovering over a stove. The slow cooker works magic on juicy chicken, soft egg noodles and a buttery vegetable-forward broth. All you have to do is act as if it were hard to make.
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Slow-Cooked Chicken Enchilada Soup
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
6 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings (3-1/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This soup delivers a big bowl of fresh comfort—just ask my husband. Toppings like avocado, sour cream and tortilla strips are a must. —Heather Sewell, Harrisonville, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups (calculated without optional toppings): 125 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 1102mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 14g protein.
This soup answers a question you didn’t know you had: What if chicken enchiladas took a detour through your favorite soup pot? With poblano peppers, enchilada sauce and shredded chicken simmered in the slow cooker, the soup is bold, smoky and packed with that comforting Southwest flavor—no rolling or baking required.
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Chicken Meatball Soup
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings (3 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
In North Dakota, it's pretty common for winter temps to fall below zero. Hearty soups like this are a must. —Noelle Myers, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 265 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 828mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 8g fiber), 20g protein.
This soup hits bright and brothy notes with lemon, tender veggies and pillowy chicken meatballs made surprisingly brilliant with a boxed stuffing mix—it’s the kind of smart shortcut that makes you feel as though you’re getting away with something. And this is the kind of soup you’ll want to keep in your back pocket all year long.
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Chicken Florentine Soup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
Simmer orzo and cubed cooked chicken in a light and mildly spicy broth, then add a healthy amount of spinach, a little half-and-half and a squeeze of lemon. It's a quick-cook soup with bright and beautiful flavors. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/3 cups: 300 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 848mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 21g protein.
It might sound fancy, but this soup is really just simple ingredients coming together in the best possible way. Chicken, spinach and orzo simmer in a light broth with a splash of cream, then get a bright finish from lemon and Parmesan. It’s layered, but it is elegant and easy to make. Put the remaining cheese to use in one of our other recipes with Parmesan.
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Alabama Chicken Stew
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
2 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you’re gearing up to cook for a large event or prepping for a week’s worth of wholesome, hearty dinners, consider putting North Alabama chicken stew on your menu. It's full of lean protein, creamy potatoes and a flavorful tomato broth! —Kim Wehby, Birmingham, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 399 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 722mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein.
This isn’t your average stew. It’s a recipe shaped by time, passed from one home kitchen to the next. In North Alabama, that means tomatoes, potatoes, sweet corn and pulled chicken all cooked into a thick, brick red broth. It’s simple on paper but full of character in the pot.
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Chicken Curry Soup
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My German mother would occasionally cook dishes that were not traditional German recipes. One of my favorites was her curry chicken soup. I've added my own touches to it, such as the chickpeas, coconut milk and fresh cilantro. —Deanna Hindenach, Paw Paw, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 270 calories, 16g fat (10g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 555mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 16g protein.
If your go-to soups start feeling a little too familiar, this one’s here to shake things up. Curry powder, coconut milk, chickpeas and a touch of heat come together in a rich, golden broth that’s full of personality and anything but ordinary.
Chicken Soup Recipes FAQ
How do you make chicken noodle soup from scratch?
Making chicken noodle soup really comes down to a few simple steps. To build a cozy, flavorful broth, simmer chicken with veggies like carrots, celery and onion. Then toss in your noodles, shred the chicken and let it all come together. A chicken soup recipe is like a choose-your-own-adventure book: You can mix and match veggies, go classic or add your own flavors. And if you’re short on time or just really hungry, you can make Instant Pot chicken noodle soup for a shortcut version that still tastes as if you spent all day on it.
What can you add to chicken soup recipes to make them more flavorful?
Start with a good broth when you want to level up your chicken soup recipes. Homemade chicken broth is a great place to start if you want to make your soup rich and deeply flavorful. While this base sets a delicious tone for your soup, little touches also go a long way. Add fresh herbs like thyme or dill, a splash of lemon juice for brightness or a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
What chicken soup recipes can be made with leftover or rotisserie chicken?
If you’ve got leftover rotisserie chicken in the fridge, chicken soup recipes are an easy and comforting way to use it all up. Since the chicken is already cooked, you just shred it and stir it in during the last few minutes of cooking. It saves time and still gives you that cozy, from-scratch feel.
