Out Of Dinner Ideas? A Pot Of Soup Has You Covered!

Dinner ideas that start with a pot of soup are always a hit. These recipes are easy to make and loaded with great flavors that will please everyone at the table. Whether it’s a chilly night or just a busy day, a big pot of soup is the perfect way to bring everyone together for a comforting meal. Let’s dive into some great soup recipes that will make dinner a breeze.

Chicken And Corn Noodle Soup

A bowl of soup with noodles carrots and corn. — Chicken And Corn Noodle Soup. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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This Chicken and Corn Soup is made from scratch and packed with egg noodles and plenty of vegetables for a rich, filling meal. It’s perfect for a nourishing lunch or dinner.
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Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Chowder

A bowl of creamy soup with chunks of meat, vegetables, and herbs, garnished with chopped green onions and parsley. Crackers are placed beside the bowl on the table. — Slow Cooker Ham & Potato Soup. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This rich and creamy slow-cooker Ham and potato Chowder is a delicious bowl of comfort food that’s perfect for any day.
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Creamy Mexican Corn And Bean Soup

Two bowls of soup with a spoon and a plate of limes. — Mexican Corn And Bean Soup. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in a bowl of creamy Mexican corn and bean soup, where the rich combination of tender corn kernels, hearty beans, cheese and spicy pepper create a hearty bowl of goodness.
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Tomato Basil Soup

This Tomato Basil Soup has a luscious, silky texture and the perfect blend of tangy tomatoes, nutty parmesan and fragrant basil.
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Cheddar Cheese Beer Soup

A bowl of creamy soup topped with shredded cheese is placed on a white plate, surrounded by several square crackers. — Cheddar Cheese Beer Soup. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Microwave Cheddar Cheese Beer Soup offers a comforting bowlful for winter days, enriched with the flavors of carrots, green onions, salt, and pepper. Warm up with this delightful soup that brings coziness in every spoonful.
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Winter Root Vegetable Soup

A wooden bowl filled with creamy vegetable soup, containing diced carrots, potatoes, and garnished with herbs. A wooden spoon rests in the bowl, which is placed on a cloth on a rustic wooden surface. — Winter Root Vegetable Soup. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb

Our Winter Root Vegetable Soup Recipes is a hearty and earthy soup enriched with whey as a base and root veggies such as parsnip, carrots, kohlrabi, onion and garlic. For this wonder soup, additional vegetables such as turnip, celery roots, rutabaga or any other roots can be used to intensify the flavor.
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Vegetable Lentil Soup

A pot of soup ingredients including lentils, chopped carrots, herbs, and broth. — Lentil Vegetable Soup. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Vegetable Lentil Soup is a hearty, nutritious way to make use of various leftover vegetables. It’s packed with protein-rich lentils and a variety of vegetables. This soup is warming, filling, and perfect for cold days. Serve it as a main dish or a side for a wholesome meal.
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Thai Butternut Squash Soup

A bowl of creamy soup garnished with lime slices and fresh cilantro leaves. — Thai Butternut Squash Soup. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Mellow Thai flavors of coconut and lime permeate this creamy buttercup squash soup. It’s a fantastic way to enjoy this lesser-known winter squash and its wonderfully sweet taste.
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Chicken Pastina Soup

A bowl of vegetable soup with chunks of chicken, diced vegetables, and fresh herbs, placed on a table with a spoonful of soup being lifted and lemon slices on a cutting board in the background. — Chicken Pastina Soup. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This comforting and healthy savory Chicken Pastina Soup features tiny star-shaped pasta, vegetables, lemon, and dill. It’s an easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love!
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Chicken Tortellini Soup

A pot of creamy soup containing tortellini, spinach, pieces of carrot, and shredded chicken is being stirred with a wooden spatula. — Chicken Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in a bowl of comforting chicken tortellini soup, a soul-soothing dish that’s made even more delightful with leftover rotisserie chicken. This recipe combines tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and flavorful broth for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
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Beer Cheese Soup

A bowl of creamy soup topped with shredded cheese sits on a wooden table. A hand is dipping a soft pretzel into the soup. — Beer Cheese Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in the creamy and cheesy goodness of our Instant Pot Beer Cheese Soup. Rich and velvety, infused with the bold flavors of beer and a blend of cheeses, all prepared to perfection in the Instant Pot. Get ready to indulge in this comforting and indulgent soup.
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Chicken & Corn Chowder

Thick, rich, and creamy, this easy corn chowder is loaded with tender veggies, oodles of sweet corn, and chunks of tender chicken. It’s hearty enough to be a meal!
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Creamy Carrot Fennel Soup

Two bowls of carrot soup. — Creamy Carrot Fennel Soup. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

This creamy carrot soup is hearty and filling with cannellini beans yet light and refreshing for spring with fresh fennel. Vegan and gluten-free!
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Creamy Coconut Delicata Squash Soup

A bowl of creamy yellow soup garnished with chopped nuts, cilantro, and seasonings, placed on a wooden plate with a spoon resting inside. — Creamy Coconut Delicata Squash Soup. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

This savory creamy coconut delicata squash soup has a light, subtly sweet undertone that’s the perfect bowl of comfort for a cold fall or winter day.
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One Pot Steak and Black Beans Chili

A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado slices. A piece of cornbread rests on the side of the bowl. — One Pot Steak and Black Beans Chili. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasgne.

One of the reasons I love this one pot steak and black beans chili recipe is because of its versatility. You can follow the recipe exactly as written and cook it on the stovetop in a single pan. Leave out the meat and you’ve got a delicious vegetarian chili.
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Creamy Root Vegetable Soup

A bowl of creamy soup topped with seeds and garnished with herbs on a wooden table. — Creamy Root Vegetable Soup. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

This creamy root vegetable soup can be made with almost any assortment of root vegetables you have on hand. It’s a vegetarian meal that’s hearty and warm with robust winter herbs and spices.
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Easy Chicken and Dumplings

A white bowl filled with chicken and dumplings soup, featuring chunks of meat and dumplings in a clear broth, sprinkled with black pepper. — Easy Chicken and Dumplings. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

There’s nothing better than a hearty bowl of chicken and dumplings. Well actually there is! When it tastes like it cooked for hours but comes together quickly that makes it even better.
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Creamy Mushroom Soup

A bowl of mushroom and wild rice soup garnished with grated cheese and fresh herbs, placed on a wooden board with a spoon. — Creamy Mushroom Soup. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Mushroom Wild Rice Soup is a hearty and savory dish featuring tender mushrooms and nutty wild rice, simmered in a creamy broth for a satisfying and comforting meal. Its earthy flavors and creamy texture make it a warm and wholesome soup perfect for any season.
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