13 Soup Recipes To Make In The Slow Cooker This Winter

7. Chicken Tortilla Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 can corn
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp cumin, chili powder
  • Toppings: avocado, cheese, tortilla strips

Instructions:

  1. Add everything (except toppings).
  2. Cook low 6–7 hours, shred chicken.
  3. Serve with toppings.
    🌶️ Zesty, spicy, and full of flavor.

8. Slow Cooker Chili

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp chili powder, cumin, paprika
  • Salt & pepper

Instructions:

  1. Brown beef and onion first (optional).
  2. Combine everything in slow cooker.
  3. Cook low 7–8 hours.
    🍛 Hearty and satisfying — the ultimate winter comfort meal.

9. Lentil & Spinach Soup

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup lentils
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt, pepper, cumin

Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients except spinach.
  2. Cook low 6–7 hours, then stir in spinach at the end.
    🥬 High-fiber, iron-rich, and vegan-friendly.

10. New England Clam Chowder

Ingredients:

  • 2 cans clams
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cups milk or cream
  • 3 cups broth
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt, pepper, thyme

Instructions:

  1. Add potatoes, onion, broth, and butter.
  2. Cook low 6 hours, add clams and milk 30 minutes before serving.
    🌊 Rich, creamy, and perfect with oyster crackers.

11. Thai Coconut Curry Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp red curry paste
  • 1 cup shredded chicken or tofu
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice, cilantro, noodles

Instructions:

  1. Mix coconut milk, curry paste, broth.
  2. Add chicken/tofu, vegetables.
  3. Cook low 5–6 hours, then add noodles 15 minutes before serving.
    🥥 Exotic, spicy, and deeply aromatic.

12. French Onion Soup

Ingredients:

  • 4 onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Baguette slices + grated Gruyère cheese

Instructions:

  1. Caramelize onions with butter on stovetop or slow cooker first.
  2. Add broth, thyme, vinegar.
  3. Cook low 7 hours, serve with bread and melted cheese on top.
    🧅 Elegant, flavorful, and restaurant-quality at home.

13. Classic Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

  • 3 carrots, 2 potatoes, 1 zucchini, 1 celery stalk (chopped)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper

Instructions:

  1. Combine all ingredients in the cooker.
  2. Cook low 6 hours, stir occasionally.
  3. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.
    🌿 Wholesome, colorful, and light — a true detox bowl.

💡 Tips for Perfect Slow Cooker Soups

  • Always layer root vegetables at the bottom — they cook slower.
  • Avoid adding dairy or pasta too early; add them near the end.
  • For deeper flavor, sauté onions or meat before adding.
  • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.