When it comes to cozy, comforting dinners, nothing beats a good slow cooker soup. This collection of slow cooker soup recipes includes our favorite true dump-and-set crockpot soups plus a few beloved stovetop classics that easily adapt to the slow cooker with simple timing tweaks.
Whether you’re craving a creamy comfort soup, a hearty dinner-in-a-bowl, or something perfect for meal prep, these soups are designed to make dinnertime easier — with options that simmer low and slow while you go about your day.
Why these Slow Cooker Soup Recipes are worth trying
- Feeds a crowd. Whether it’s self-serve or not, crockpot soup recipes make serving everyone easy!
- Easy and convenient. The slow cooker does all the work with minimal cleanup.
- Deeper flavors. Low and slow cooking gives the soup flavors time to marry.
- Customizable. Make it your own to suit your taste and budget.
Slow Cooker Soup Recipes (Our Top Picks)
Classic Comfort Soups
Slow Cooker Potato Soup
If you love baked potatoes, you’re going to love this thick and hearty soup version!
Slow Cooker Cheesy Ham and Potato Soup
This is a great one to make after the holidays using leftover ham.
Crockpot Split Pea Ham Soup
A simple, flavorful classic made even easier in the slow cooker.
Slow Cooker Ham and Bean Soup
A hearty soup layered with beans, ham, and veggies, in a savory broth, doesn’t get any better!
Hearty & Healthy(ish) Slow Cooker Soups
Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup
Fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and all your favorite tortilla toppings!
Leftover Slow Cooker Turkey Noodle Soup
A great way to use up your leftover Thanksgiving turkey is by making this twist on a classic!
Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup
Fresh veggies, hearty beans, and pasta in every bite!
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili
A fun twist on classic chili with added flavor, extra vitamins, and fiber!
Slow Cooker Dill Pickle Soup
For the savory, briny, zesty dill pickle lovers!
Comfort Classics & Crowd Pleasers
When you don’t have the energy to make stuffed peppers, you make stuffed pepper soup instead!
Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
A cozy, cheesy, beefy soup in a tomato-based broth, perfect for busy weeknights.
Leftover Turkey Wild Rice Soup
Along with turkey, veggies, and a creamy broth, the wild rice gives this soup a nice chewy bite!
Restaurant Copycat Slow Cooker Soups
Slow Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup
An easy and budget-friendly way to recreate your favorite Olive Garden chicken gnocchi soup!
Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Rich, cheesy, and loaded with tender broccoli in every spoonful.
Slow Cooker Chick-Fil-A Tortilla Soup
Make this seasonal menu item year-round at home, no more waiting for it to come back!
Crockpot Pasta e Fagioli
We add ground beef and beans to this Olive Garden copycat to make it extra hearty!
Stovetop Soups That Easily Adapt to the Slow Cooker
East Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup
When you don’t have time to stuff and roll cabbage leaves, dump everything in the crockpot and let all the same flavors come together in a soup!
Loaded Potato and Cauliflower Soup
Creamy, with smoky bacon and cheddar cheese, it’s a lighter soup that combines cauliflower and potato.
Chicken Lemon Orzo Soup
Light, yet filling with loads of tender pasta, chunks of juicy chicken, and a brightness from the lemon!
Crockpot Soup Recipes
Soup Cooker Soup Hacks (Pro Tips)
- Chop protein and veggies evenly. This is to ensure everything is similar sized and will cook evenly. I love using a veggie chopper to help with this.
- Layering matters. Denser ingredients like root veggies should go on the bottom, and softer ingredients should go on top. Proteins can be nestled in, on top of, or on the bottom layer for even cooking.
- Browning or sauteing first. Either is optional, but browning meat or sauteing onions does add that extra layer of flavor. My newest GreenPan slow cooker allows me to do it right in the pot which is super handy.
- Add dairy and fresh herbs towards the end (the last 30 minutes). If they cook too long, they can start to break down/curdle.
- Check on it midway. Some liquid will evaporate over time, so if it’s too thick, you can add a bit more broth.
- Season as you go, then season to taste at the end.
- If you’re going to freeze the soup, add the dairy in once you reheat it.
- Cook pasta separately and add it before serving. It absorbs too much liquid and will be mushy otherwise.
- Freeze smaller portions. You can thaw and reheat what you need. Don’t forget to label the containers! I love using Souper Cubes for perfect portions.
- Reheating. Use a gentle heat. Reheat slowly on the stovetop, back in the crockpot, or in the microwave. Stir often.
- Liven it up just before serving. Fresh herbs, a squirt of lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, or a bit of salt!
Slow Cooker Tips & Tools to Make Perfect Soup Every Time
- Use the right size crockpot for the amount of ingredients. If it’s too big, the heat won’t circulate properly, and if it’s too small, it will overflow.
- Fill it partway. To prevent overfilling, only fill it to about 1/2 or 3/4 full. This allows for proper heat circulation as well.
- Having a programmable slow cooker is great! You set the time and temperature and it automatically switches to the warm function when it’s done cooking.
- Liners are always a good idea when making crockpot soup recipes! They’re disposable, which makes cleanup a breeze.
- Cook times will usually depend on how much time you have in your day. You can either cook low and slow for about 8 hours or on high for 4-6 hours.
- If you’re short on time, you can start on high and then finish on low.
- An immersion blender is great for blending soups right in the crockpot.
Slow Cooker Soup FAQs
Can I add pasta without it turning mushy?
I recommend cooking the pasta separately and adding it to the soup just before serving; however, if you want to cook it right in the crockpot, add it in for the last 10-20 minutes of cooking time. Remember, it will continue to cook while on the warm function.
Should I brown meat first or skip it?
I like to brown it first for that extra layer of flavor. Then I scrape everything from the pan into the crockpot! It’s not required, however, so if you’re short on time, go ahead and skip it.
