25 Slow Cooker Soups To Hit the Spot
The weather is cold, the leaves have all fallen, and the days are basically as short as can be. For many of us, that means we’re smack dab in the middle of a super busy time of year. Between work, school, and extracurricular activities, life can feel overwhelming. That’s why I’m here to talk about slow cooker soups and why they’re the perfect solution for busy people and moms throughout the fall and winter months!
Why You Should Make Slow Cooker Soups
Slow cooker soups are an amazing way to get dinner on the table without having to stand over the stove for hours on end. You simply dump everything into the slow cooker in the morning, and let it cook all day.
Not only does this save time, but it also brings out rich flavors you wouldn’t get with quicker cooking methods (as long as you don’t leave it TOO long and end up with that burnt…. er… what I like to call smokey flavor).
Plus, coming home to the warm smell and a ready-to-eat meal is the ultimate comfort in these long, tiring days.
The best part about slow cooker soups is their versatility. You can add any ingredients you like to create your own unique flavors. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic chicken noodle or a spicy chili, the slow cooker can handle it all. The possibilities are endless.
Slow cooker soups can be REALLY healthy too. With taking minimal time to prep some fresh ingredients, beyond that most of the recipes are basically dump and go and you have a home cooked meal by the time you get home.
Tips for Making Slow Cooker Soups
One of the best tips for slow cooker soups is to layer flavors.
- Start with a base of strong flavors bursting with health like onions and garlic
- Then add your proteins and vegetables
- Stir in all your your liquids
- Then finally add your seasonings on top
Another really important tip is to not add too much liquid, as the slow cooker will release moisture from the ingredients and could lead to a watery soup. Follow the directions of the recipe for how much liquid to add. It’s less than you would when using a stove because almost nothing boils away.
Another benefit of slow cooker soups is the ability to make large batches at once. Not only is this great for meal prepping and leftovers, but it’s also perfect for entertaining. Have a crowd coming over for a party or game day? Make a big pot of chili or soup and let everyone help themselves throughout the day. Plus, you won’t have to worry about constantly checking food on the stove while trying to entertain your guests.
So are you sold? Ready to try these 25 fantastic slow cooker soup recipes? Let’s go!
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1. Easy Gluten-Free Slow Cooker Cabbage Soup
This gluten-free slow cooker cabbage soup is a simple and easy healthy recipe that is packed with veggies, dairy-free, and can be customized to be vegan, paleo, or keto.
2. Crock-pot Chicken Enchilada Soup
This ‘dump and go’ Crock-pot chicken enchilada soup has a blend of tender shredded chicken, hearty black beans, and zesty tomato sauce, infused with smoky chipotle peppers, spices, and a refreshing squeeze of lime juice.
3. Easy Chicken Noodle Soup in the Crock-pot
Soup literally warms you up from the inside out and fills your home with an irresistible aroma while it’s cooking. It might be the perfect food, in fact. And when it’s easy chicken noodle soup in Crock-pot, the convenience factor and flavor combine to create the perfect cozy comfort food.
4. Crockpot Potato Soup
This ultra thick and creamy crock pot potato soup is made with shredded potatoes, thick broth, and creamy cheese. It’s pure comfort food for any time of year!
5. Hearty Crock Pot Cowboy Soup
Hearty Crock Pot Cowboy Soup is a simple and flavorful meal that will stick to your bones. With lots of lean ground beef, beans, potatoes and veggies, this slow cooker soup is filling and delicious.
6. Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Soup
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Soup has earned a place in my heart this winter. It’s really easy to make and is full of all the flavors I love.
7. Slow Cooker Spanish Lime Soup
This Spanish Lime Soup is packed with so much goodness. Chicken, Corn, Black Beans, onion, fire-roasted garlic tomatoes and more. These ingredients give you a sweet but spicy taste!
8. Slow Cooker Lentil Stew
This slow cooker lentil stew marries the heartiness of lentils with an array of colorful veggies, all spiced to perfection and cooked effortlessly in your slow cooker.
9. Slow Cooker Irish Stew
This Slow Cooker Irish Stew is perfect whether you’re celebrating St. Patrick’s Day or just craving hearty comfort food! Tender beef, hearty vegetables, and plenty of herbs and spices are simmered in a rich broth — it’s sure to become a family favorite!
10. Autumn Butternut Beef Stew
As the air turns chilly and the leaves begin to turn their beautiful, fall hues, a slow cooker full of this good, old-fashioned autumn butternut beef stew welcomes you and your loved ones to cozy up to the dinner table.
11. Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup
Fall in a bowl! This Butternut Squash Soup is creamy and flavorful and so easy to make in a slow cooker!
12. Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
This delicious creamy slow cooker chicken stew is a hearty dish perfect for chilly nights! Made with chicken breasts or thighs, carrots, potatoes and peas this is a family favorite recipe that couldn’t be easier to make.
13. 15 Bean Soup Crock Pot Recipe
This hearty 15 bean soup crock pot recipe couldn’t be simpler! Beans, diced veggies, spices, and broth simmer all day in a crock pot until thick and flavorful. It’s a cozy, nutritious dinner for a busy weeknight.
14. Minnesota Chicken Wild Rice Soup
This chicken wild rice soup is a Minnesota staple and is so easy to make. Simply put the ingredients in the crockpot and let it do its thing!
15. Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
Slow cooker lasagna soup is a hearty crock pot soup recipe that’s packed with flavor! This simple soup takes pantry staple ingredients and turns them into a delicious dinner with almost no prep.
16. Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Indulge in the ultimate bowl of cozy comfort with Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup! This creamy, one-pot recipe is packed with chicken, tender gnocchi, fresh kale, and a touch of pesto for a satisfying dinner any night of the week!
17. Slow Cooker Vegetable Beef Soup
Now that fall is here and the weather is beginning to cool off a little for most of us, I wanted to share this Slow Cooker Vegetable Beef Soup recipe that is the perfect fall comfort food.
18. Easy Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup has always been a go-to in our household, especially in the colder months. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and completely different from most other soups.
19. Easy Creamy Crockpot Potato Soup
Toss the ingredients to this easy crockpot loaded potato soup into your slow cooker and come home to a hearty and delicious dinner! With only 5 minutes of hands-on time and no cooking skill required, this is the perfect recipe for busy days and cold days alike.
20. Crockpot Tortellini Soup
Crockpot Tortellini Soup is a delicious combo of meatballs, veggies, and pasta in a comforting broth. You’ll love this Italian meatball tortellini soup recipe!
21. Easy Creamy Black Bean Soup
Take 5 minutes in the morning and prep this easy creamy black bean soup for your crockpot. After a day of cooking, you’ll have a healthy, nourishing warm bowl of soup waiting to enjoy! Full of protein, fiber and flavor, this easy soup recipe is a canvas for your favorite toppings. Stovetop recipe included!
22. Vegan Corn Chowder
This thick and creamy vegan corn chowder soup is made with vegetables. Cook this soup on the stovetop, the Instant Pot, or in a crockpot; all three cooking methods are included. This vegan corn chowder recipe is so delicious and filling you won’t believe how fabulous it is—oil-free, nut-free, and gluten-free.
23. Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup
Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup is super comforting, deceptively hearty and loaded with tons of your favorite vegetables! Take 15 minutes to prep and let sit in your slow cooker, then come home to a perfect, healthy, restaurant-style winter soup the whole family will love.
24. Turkish Lentil Soup
Most Turkish recipes for Red Lentil Soup (Kırmızı Mercimek Çorbası), call for it to be pureed into a smooth consistency before serving, and topped with a drizzle of spiced olive oil or butter; but this recipe doesn’t blend the ingredients… and it’s fantastic!
25. Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup
This delicious healthy crockpot vegetable soup recipe is so easy and yummy that it will please the whole family. With a multitude of colors and flavors, even kids will be enticed by this flavorful healthy meal.
Wrapping Up 25 Fantastic Slow Cooker Soups
Slow cooker soups are a game-changer for busy people and moms trying to get through the fall and winter months. They’re easy to make, versatile, and perfect for making in large batches. Try experimenting with different ingredient combinations and layering flavors for the ultimate slow cooker soup experience. With these tips, you’ll be able to make delicious soups that will warm you up during the colder months, all without sacrificing precious time.
