Discover over 20 Comforting Soup Recipes perfect for chilly fall and winter days, including hearty, healthy, and easy-to-make options. This big list of soup, stew, and chili recipes is packed into one collection that will become your go-to all fall and winter.
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When the days get shorter, and the temperatures drop, I love being in the kitchen making food that warms my tummy and soul.
The #1, all-time most comforting thing I can cook is soup. Of course, I’ve got to throw in some stew or chili recipes, but the feeling is the same. Hearty, with a warm and fuzzy feeling, is what I’m striving for.
This collection of over 20 recipes for the ultimate fall and winter meal will provide that. These recipes are delicious, easy to make, and great for leftovers.
I’ve also included some of my favorite ideas for toppings, along with a list of recipes that make the perfect sides for an amazing fall or winter meal your family and friends will love.
Already a fan of slow cooking? If you’re considering a new appliance or just want to learn more, get all the tips for choosing a Crock Pot in my complete guide.
Cozy And Delicious Soup Recipes
Crock Pot Potato Soup
Crock Pot Potato Soup is rich, creamy, and packed with amazing flavors. Topped with bacon, cheese, and chives, this easy-to-make soup tastes like a loaded baked potato spoonful after spoonful!
Healthy Mushroom Soup
This healthier version of mushroom soup with no dairy added is rich, loaded with meaty Portabella mushrooms, and has a deep flavor that's amazing. If you're a mushroom lover, then this is the soup for you!
Easy One Pot Lasagna Soup
One-Pot Lasagna Soup is full of all the flavors that you love from classic lasagna, but so much easier to make! This simple recipe made with ground beef in a rich tomato broth topped with creamy ricotta and rich Parmesan is a one-pot meal that's comfort food at its best.
Roasted Sweet Potato Soup
Rich, creamy sweet potato soup is a bowl full of comfort on a chilly day. It’s even better with homemade croutons!
Crock Pot Ham And Potato Soup
Ham and Potato Soup is a classic rich, and creamy comfort food! It's easy to make, loaded with veggies, and super satisfying. This recipe is a must-make for soup season.
Crock Pot Chicken Taco Soup
Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup is the ultimate combination of flavor and convenience! It's loaded with all your favorite taco flavors in a rich, comforting soup. It's a versatile recipe that can be enjoyed year-round, whether you're hosting a casual dinner party or craving a cozy meal.
Slow Cooker Ham & White Bean Soup
Tender, white beans, ham, and veggies, cooked in a rich broth with herbs make a soup that's hearty and satisfying. It's a great, no-stress meal on its own, especially when the slow cooker does all the work for you! This is how to stretch your food budget without sacrificing taste!
Garden Vegetable Soup
Bring freshness to your dinner table with this delicious homemade Garden Vegetable Soup. It’s easy to make, low in fat and calories and features flavors that can be enjoyed during any season.
Crock Pot Beef And Bean Soup
Crock Pot Beef And Bean Soup with creamy white beans, and hearty beef is the perfect winter soup. It’s incredibly easy to make and packed with tons of filling ingredients so it will keep you fueled through busy winter days and warm on lazy weekends.
Roasted Cabbage Soup
Roasted Cabbage Soup is a perfect go-to meal full of warm and comforting flavors. This healthy, good-for-you soup is simple to make and easy to customize, too!
Creamy Gnocchi Chicken Soup
Creamy chicken soup loaded with soft, fluffy gnocchi and tender vegetables is comforting, delicious, and simple to make! If you've ever had The Olive Garden's version, hold on, because now, you can make this popular, comfort food recipe at home in 30 minutes.
Easy Crock Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup is the perfect fall and winter comfort food recipe! Made with perfectly seasoned beef and loaded with veggies, this soup will become a family favorite in no time.
Crock Pot Turkey Noodle Soup
This easy-to-make Crock Pot soup is the perfect recipe to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey! It's a comfort food meal loaded with turkey, tender noodles, carrots, celery, and onions, all in a flavorful broth that's guaranteed to make you feel warm and cozy from the inside out.
15 Bean Soup
15 Bean Soup is a family favorite recipe that’s comfort food at it’s best! A bowl of this rich, hearty soup is just the thing to warm you up from the inside out on a chilly fall or winter evening.
One Pot Stews
Southern Style Chicken Stew
This classic, “Southern Style” recipe has been around for generations. It’s full of tender chicken in a creamy broth seasoned with salt and pepper. It’s simple, straightforward, and absolutely delicious!
Skillet Beef Stew
Beef Stew that's tender and juicy, simmered in a rich sauce along with carrots and potatoes is a family favorite meal!
Hearty Chili Recipes
Award-Winning Southern Soul Chili Recipe
The Best Chili recipe starts off with beef and beans in a rich sauce is loaded with amazing flavor! That's perfect for tailgating, game day, or when you're feeding a crowd. Simmered for hours, it is comfort food at its BEST.
Bloody Mary Chili Recipe
If you're a Bloody Mary fan, then you're going to LOVE this chili! With all the bold flavors of that popular drink, it's a hearty bowl of goodness that's loaded with beef, beans, and warm spicy flavors.
Hearty Turkey Chili
This amazingly flavorful Hearty Turkey Chili is loaded with tender ground turkey and beans in a rich tomato sauce with just the right amount of warm spice. It's healthy comfort food you can feel good about eating without skimping on taste!
Easy Cheesy Chili Mac (One Pot Recipe)
This Easy Chili Mac recipe combines thick and flavorful chili with homemade macaroni and cheese, a classic mashup that’s sure to warm you from the inside out! This comfort food meal will become a family favorite that's made in just one pot in about half an hour.
Creamy White Chicken Chili
Delicious Creative Toppings For Soups & Stews
What To Serve With Homemade Soup
Classic Southern Ham Salad is so delicious and easy to make! It’s perfect for sandwiches, on crackers, and makes a yummy dip. Turn leftover holiday ham into something amazing with this simple recipe.
Learn how to make Homemade Croutons with this simple, flavor-packed recipe! Serve these flavorful bites with fresh salad, soup, or nibble on as a snack. They are totally irresistible.
Tomato Cucumber Salad is a refreshing dish that packs a punch of fresh flavor. It’s simple to make with a bright dressing full of herbs.
Served as a side dish or a dessert, this easy-to-make recipe is always a favorite at the holidays, potluck suppers, or when you’re entertaining.
Pan Roasted Chickpeas are a super-healthy snack that couldn’t be easier to make. These seasoned chickpeas make a great addition to soups and salads and are a great way to add crunch and flavor to any meal.
Made with tender pasta, pepperoni, fresh veggies and tossed in a zesty dressing then topped with Parmesan cheese, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for “soup and salad” night!
Shrimp Salad is light, cool, and loaded with freshness. This classic recipe is updated with a creamy, lemony dressing to bring out the best flavors of tender juicy shrimp, celery, and red onion.
The beautiful aroma of these Garlic Parmesan Rolls will have your loved ones running to the supper table! They are easy to make and are the perfect addition to any family meal.
Beer Bread made with just 6 ingredients and no yeast is quick and easy to make! It’s fluffy on the inside with a crispy, buttery top that’s so good that you’ll be wondering where this bread has been all your life.
For dipping or for snacking, Homemade Pita Chips can’t be beaten! These perfectly seasoned chips are extra crispy and made in just 10 minutes.
Made with canned biscuits and slathered with butter, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and herbs, they are great as an appetizer served with marinara for dipping, or alongside your favorite recipes at mealtime.
Crunchy, and full of savory flavors, Spicy Ranch Crackers are not your average snack! Saltines are transformed into an absolutely addictive snack with just four ingredients. This no-bake recipe with big, bold flavors and a bit of heat is super simple to make.
Pickled Sweet Corn is a surprising, tangy, crunchy addition to any dish!
With just a few ingredients, fresh jalapeños are turned into something extra special and perfect with burgers, sandwiches, salads, and appetizers or anything else that suits your fancy.
The Secret To Making The Best Homemade Chicken Stock
Making your homemade chicken stock is easier than you might think! It has incredible flavor and is loaded with healthy ingredients.
You’ll need a Crock-Pot, leftover chicken, a few vegetables, and some seasoning. I call this delicious broth Liquid Gold, and you can get all the details on how to make it here.
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Hi Randy! Thank you for following but I don’t have a recipe for clam chowder. Sorry.
~Donya
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