40 Best Crock-Pot Soup Recipes for Slow-Cooked Comfort
You'll be warmed up in no time.
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When the weather starts to get chilly, it's natural to crave comfort food. And the first thing that probably comes to mind is soup! But standing over a simmering pot of soup isn't always easy—especially when you have things to do, families to care for, and leaves to rake. You'll be happy to know that many of the best soup recipes can be adapted for that magical appliance: the slow cooker.
Here, you'll find the kind of meal you make when you want to throw everything into the slow cooker and "go live life," as Ree Drummond says. Best of all, the slow cooker soups ahead can all be served straight out of the appliance! It keeps them warm so you can serve them whenever you finally get time to sit down and eat. Plus, it cuts back on clean-up at the same time.
Not only can you cook ingredients and build flavor without hovering over the stove, but these Crock-Pot soups don't involve a lot of prep or extra cooking steps. Plus, you'll find Crock-Pot soup recipes to satisfy just about every kind of craving, including creamy soups, hearty cheeseburger soup, lighter vegetable soups, and flavorful posole. There's even a Crock-Pot French onion soup worth trying! You can't go wrong with any of these tasty options, so pick your favorite and get (slow) cookin'.
Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings
This recipe has not one, but two shortcuts: First it’s made with canned biscuits for the dumplings, then it’s made in the slow cooker so it's practically hands-free. Now, that's a winner winner chicken dinner.
Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup
Just chop, dump, cover, and get ready to eat! This slow cooker recipe is so easy to throw together for busy weeknights, especially since split peas don't need to soak before cooking.
Get the Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup recipe.
Slow Cooker Beef Stew
Making this stew in a slow cooker will help the beef get nice and tender. You can serve it on its own or spoon it over a bowl of wide egg noodles.
Get the Slow Cooker Beef Stew recipe.
Slow Cooker Potato Soup
This comforting soup is loaded with creamy mashed potatoes, then garnished with cheddar cheese, chopped chives, and bacon. Plus, the prep takes just 20 minutes!
Get the Slow Cooker Potato Soup recipe
Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup
Shortcut ingredients like frozen broccoli florets, canned cream of celery soup, and gooey Velveeta are the secrets to this super easy soup. The only prep you'll need to do is chop an onion and a carrot.
Get Ree's Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheese Soup recipe.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Ree's favorite kind of slow cooker recipe is one that doesn't involve extra steps like sautéing or browning—and this one fits the bill. The chicken goes right in the pot with the spices, beans, diced peppers, and other ingredients.
Get Ree's Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup recipe.
Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup
Though it may not look colorful, it certainly tastes colorful! Full of rich spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, the soup brings out the very best in protein-packed black beans.
Get the Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup recipe at Food Faith Fitness.
Green Enchilada Soup
This recipe makes it so easy to maximize flavor. It's packed with juicy shredded chicken, pinto beans, corn, plus savory taco seasoning and enchilada sauce to tie it all together.
Get the Green Enchilada Soup recipe at The Salty Marshmallow.
Crock-Pot Lentil Soup
If you're looking for a clean and simple vegetarian soup. you've found it! This is made with onions, garlic, carrots, olive oil, squash, and of course, protein-rich lentils.
Thai Peanut Chicken Ramen
Do you like ramen and chicken satay? Why not combine the two into a flavorful bowl of comfort! The spice level can be easily customized by adding or subtracting Thai red curry paste.
Get the Thai Peanut Chicken Ramen recipe at Chisel and Fork.
Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup
Get all the flavors you love about stuffed peppers (ground beef, bell peppers, onions, and tomato soup) with half the effort. Just sling it all in your machine and let it do the work for you!
Get the Slow Cooker Stuffed Pepper Soup recipe at Dinner Then Dessert.
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup
Turn pumpkin puree (canned or fresh) into a creamy meal in no time. If you want it fully vegetarian, simply swap out the chicken broth for veggie broth or stock instead.
Get the Slow Cooker Pumpkin Soup recipe at Amanda's Cookin'.
Crock-Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
Chuck roast is the ideal cut of beef for this hearty soup recipe. When it has time to simmer and cook, it becomes meltingly tender and full of flavor.
Get the Crock-Pot Vegetable Beef Soup recipe at Well Plated by Erin.
Crock-Pot Ham and Bean Soup
This soup takes less than 10 minutes to prep so it’s a no-brainer for busy weeknights. It’s also a great way to use up a leftover ham bone!
Get the Crock-Pot Ham and Bean Soup recipe at Platings and Pairings.
Crock-Pot Corn Chowder
This thick, creamy chowder has a hint of sweetness from the frozen corn kernels. To balance it out, the soup is served with plenty of crispy bacon on top!
Get the Crock-Pot Corn Chowder recipe at The Salty Marshmallow.
Slow Cooker Italian Meatball Soup
Meatballs, pasta, veggies, and broth—what more could you ask for in a comforting soup? To give it even more Italian flavor, it’s made with dried Italian seasoning, red wine, and freshly grated parmesan cheese.
Get Slow Cooker Italian Meatball Soup recipe at The Chunky Chef.
Ten-Ingredient Slow Cooker Taco Soup
Here's a cozy twist on taco night: turn it into a comforting soup! You can even top the bowls with your favorite taco toppings like avocado, sour cream, jalapeno, and cilantro.
Get the Ten-Ingredient Slow Cooker Taco Soup recipe at Garnish and Glaze.
Slow Cooker Beef Barley Stew
The rich flavor of this stew comes from seared beef, red wine, and earthy mushrooms. Plus, the barley helps to thicken it and provide a chewy bite.
Get the Slow Cooker Beef Barley Stew recipe at A Farmgirl's Dabbles.
Slow Cooker Cauliflower Soup
Look for pre-cut cauliflower at the supermarket to make this recipe even easier. Once it's cooked, use an immersion blender to get it creamy right in the slow cooker.
Get the Slow Cooker Cauliflower Soup recipe at Platings and Pairings.
Slow Cooker Tortellini Soup with Sausage and Kale
This soup has an herb-infused broth that makes it extra tasty. Plus, the browned sausage, cheese-filled tortellini, and healthy kale are satisfying, too.
Get the Slow Cooker Tortellini Soup with Sausage and Kale recipe at Foodie Crush.
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