Nothing beats coming home to a pot of soup that made itself. These crockpot soup recipes cover every craving: creamy, brothy, chunky, beefy and meatless. Most fill a 6-quart slow cooker and freeze well for easy lunches.
Soup rule of thumb: add dairy, pasta and tender greens at the end.
Quick Picks
- Most popular: Crockpot Potato Soup
- Best when sick: Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup
- Best for a crowd: Easy Crockpot Chili
15 Crockpot Soup Recipes
1. Crockpot Potato Soup
Thick and creamy with cheddar and cream cheese.
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2. Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup
Homemade classic with egg noodles added at the end.
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3. Crockpot Lasagna Soup
All the lasagna flavor with a ricotta topping.
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4. Crockpot White Chicken Chili
Creamy, mild and dump and go.
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5. Easy Crockpot Chili
Classic beef and bean chili.
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6. Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup
Zesty with crispy tortilla strips.
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7. The Best Crockpot Beef Stew
Tender chuck, potatoes and carrots in a rich gravy.
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8. Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Cook 4 cups broccoli florets, 1 diced onion, 2 grated carrots, 3 cloves garlic and 4 cups broth on LOW for 4 to 5 hours. Blend half, then stir in 3 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1/4 cup milk, 1 cup half-and-half and 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar. Cook 20 minutes more on LOW.
9. Beef and Barley Soup
Cook 1 1/2 lb (680 g) cubed chuck, 3/4 cup pearl barley, 2 carrots, 2 celery ribs, 1 onion, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, 8 cups beef broth, 1 tsp thyme and 1 1/2 tsp salt on LOW for 8 hours.
10. Crockpot Minestrone
Beans, vegetables and small pasta in a tomato broth.
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11. Lentil Vegetable Soup
Budget friendly, vegan and hearty.
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12. Smoky Split Pea Soup
Thick and smoky without any meat.
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13. Black Bean Soup
Blended half-smooth with cumin and lime.
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14. Stuffed Pepper Soup
Ground beef, peppers, tomatoes and rice.
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15. Cheeseburger Soup
Brown 1 lb ground beef with 1 onion. Cook with 3 diced potatoes, 2 carrots, 2 celery ribs and 4 cups beef broth on LOW for 6 to 7 hours. Stir in 1 cup milk, 2 tbsp cornstarch slurry and 2 cups shredded cheddar, then cook 20 minutes more.
Tips for Better Crockpot Soup
- Dairy goes in last. Milk, cream and cheese can curdle over long cooking.
- Add pasta and rice at the end. Or cook them separately.
- Do not overfill. Leave 1 to 2 inches at the top.
- Freeze in portions. Leave headspace for expansion.
Equipment I Used
- Large ceramic pasta and soup bowls: deep enough for stews, soups and saucy dinners.
- Teak wood soup ladle: will not scratch the ceramic crock insert.
- Large airtight food storage container: for leftovers and freezer portions.
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Crockpot Soup Recipes FAQ
Can you put raw meat in crockpot soup?
Yes. Raw, thawed chicken and cubed beef cook safely in soup. Ground beef should be browned first.
How long does soup take in a crockpot?
Most soups take 6 to 8 hours on LOW or 3 to 4 hours on HIGH.
Can I leave soup in the crockpot overnight?
Yes, on LOW, as long as it is a long-cooking recipe. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of cooking.
Which soups freeze best?
Broth, bean and tomato-based soups. Creamy soups and noodles freeze less well.
