50 Fall Soup And Stew Recipes To Keep You Warm

These soups are the most satisfying dishes for fall nights.

Some Southerners mourn the end of summer. And while we will miss warm sunny days on our beaches, there's a lot to look forward to with the season ahead. When the outside temperatures drop and the leaves start falling, our thoughts and appetites turn to warm fall soup recipes.

Soups that come together in less than an hour are ideal for weeknight suppers. Add one of these tasty sandwiches, and you have a quick and easy meal in no time. If you are a fan of slow cookers, you will find a great selection of fall soups and stews that will feed a hungry crowd. You know how easy it is—simply prepare the ingredients, set the timer, and walk away. Your meal is ready when you are. While the chili simmers, bake a batch of your family's favorite cornbread.

Whether a light lunch, a cozy supper, or a game day feast, you will find the perfect soup in this roundup of fall soup recipes. Fuss-free meals, like soup and sandwiches, call for fuss-free desserts. So round out your meal with one of these easy sheet-pan cakes.

Cheesy Lasagna Soup

Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

This soup is a quick (less-than-30-minutes quick!) way to get everyone to eat their supper. A tip from the Test Kitchen: Don't opt for no-boil noodles with this recipe, as it won't save you any time but will hurt the soup's texture.

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

<p> Stacy K. Allen; Props: Julia Bayless; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer</p>

Stacy K. Allen; Props: Julia Bayless; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

Reviewers agree that they'll definitely be making this soup version of the classic comfort food again. We use frozen biscuits to help the whole meal come together in just an hour.

7-Can Soup

<p>Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox</p>

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

This hearty soup comes together in just one pot on the stovetop. If the simple preparation isn't enough to convince you to try it, the easy cleanup should.

Martina McBride's Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Courtesy Oxmoor House
Courtesy Oxmoor House

Country superstar Martina McBride lent us this recipe from her cookbook, Martina's Kitchen Mix: My Recipe Playlist for Real Life, and our readers have been hooked ever since. "Make it spicier by adding more jalapeño or smokier with chipotle chili powder in place of the regular chili powder," McBride writes.

Slow-Cooker Peas-and-Greens Soup with Turkey Sausage

Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling; Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling; Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

This slow-cooker soup is a healthy weeknight option when you're craving something cozy. Of course, a slice of crusty French bread or a skillet of homemade cornbread on the side wouldn't hurt.

Slow-Cooker Cheddar Soup

Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Christine Keely
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Christine Keely

When you think of "Cheddar soup," the word "broccoli" is probably also present. But with this recipe, the cheese stands alone (we couldn't help it, y'all).

One-Hour Brunswick Stew

Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis
Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

The recipe name itself might seem like an oxymoron here, but our Test Kitchen managed to get the comforting Brunswick Stew flavor you know and love into a one-hour recipe. Our pros even went as far to say that this is, "the best version of Brunswick stew we have had around here in a while."

Soulful Chicken Soup

Iain Bagwell
Iain Bagwell

Your slow cooker makes your road to this comfort food classic an easy one. Just set it, forget it, and return home later to a warm pot of savory chicken soup.

Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Slightly thicker than the original, this creamy version of the classic soup comes together in just 25 minutes. A bit of heavy cream makes this soup even more comforting.

Slow-Cooker Chipotle-Tomato Soup

Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling; Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling; Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Just a handful of ingredients and your slow cooker help this tomato soup with a touch of spice come together easily.

Slow-Cooker Taco Soup

<p>Emily Laurae / Southern Living</p>

Emily Laurae / Southern Living

You can never go wrong serving up warm taco soup on crisp fall days. This slow-cooker version makes it easy to serve up on busy weeknights or weekends packed with plans..

Creamy Chicken Sausage-and-Kale Soup

Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Christine Keely
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Christine Keely

This season, we're swapping the old-school chicken noodle soup for something that's more filling, colorful, and, no-offense, flavorful. Bright kale adds tons of vitamins and swapping chicken sausage for rotisserie chicken adds more dimension.

Instant Pot Creamy Root Vegetable Soup

Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes give this soup a pretty orange color that makes it perfect for fall. Plus, it comes together easily in a multi-cooker.

Hamburger Stew

Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Kay E. Clarke; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Kay E. Clarke; Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey

Hamburger bun croutons are the ideal finishing touch for this hearty stew. We also love that it comes together in under an hour.

Vidalia Onion Soup

Caramelized Vidalia onions are the star of this warm soup that's topped with melty, delicious cheese. We'll take this soup with a crunchy baguette for dipping.

Green Chile-Chicken Soup

Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Your family won't believe that this incredibly flavorful soup comes together in just 20 minutes. Since it's so quick, you can go ahead and make a second batch to freeze for up to six months for a chilly night in the future.

Cheeseburger Soup

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Rishon Hanners, Prop Stylist Sarah Elizabeth Cleveland
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Rishon Hanners, Prop Stylist Sarah Elizabeth Cleveland

As the weather transitions from summer to fall, adapt burger night accordingly with this warm soup that still allows you to enjoy the same flavors.

Roasted Carrot Soup

<p>Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely</p>

Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely

Carrots star is this comforting soup recipe that gets a sweeter, deeper flavor from roasting the carrots before they're pureed with the other ingredients into a smooth soup.

Beef-and-Butternut Stew

Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller
Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Butternut squash is one of our favorite fresh fall ingredients for adding color and sweetness to any dish. Since this savory stew calls for some red wine, plan to enjoy a glass to complete your meal.

West Texas Chili

Southern Living
Southern Living

Make this easy recipe a few days in advance of a busy weeknight for a simple, ready-to-eat meal.

Leftover Turkey Rice Soup

Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

We created this hearty soup with Thanksgiving leftovers in mind, but you could easily swap in shredded rotisserie chicken for a fall weeknight alternative.

Pecan Soup

Iain Bagwell
Iain Bagwell

This velvety soup uses toasted pecans to achieve a deliciously rich and nutty flavor.

Acorn Squash Soup

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Victor Protasio, Prop Stylist Claire Spollen
Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Victor Protasio, Prop Stylist Claire Spollen

Acorn squash is one of fall's fresh joys to add to weeknight dinners, including this beautiful soup recipe. Feel free to toss in some extra diced roasted squash after pureeing to give it some additional texture.

Chicken Chili

Hector M. Sanchez
Hector M. Sanchez

The convenience of a deli chicken, the nourishing quality of seasonal vegetables, and the full flavor of traditional chili spices work together to create this comforting pot of Chicken Chili.

Chunky Vegetable Beef Soup

Ground beef, everyone's favorite easy ingredient, provides a filling base for this flavor-packed fall soup.

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

Cajun seasoning makes this classic gumbo oh-so hearty and delicious.

Carne Guisada

When the temperature starts to drop there is nothing more satisfying than a bowl of hearty, flavorful stew.

Lemon Chicken Soup

<p>Hector Manuel Sanchez</p>

Hector Manuel Sanchez

Using rotisserie chicken and a slow cooker, this healing chicken soup couldn't be any easier to make,

Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup

The smoked chicken in this otherwise classic tortilla soup recipe adds an extra depth of flavor.

Spicy Blue Hubbard Squash Soup

Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller
Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller

Butternut squash tends to get all the attention when it comes to fall soups, but this beautiful recipe highlights blue Hubbard squash, a colorful option that will have your dinner party guests snapping pictures of their bowls.

Southern Wedding Soup

Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

This Italian-American classic gets a Southern spin with pork-and-beef meatballs.

Sweet Potato Soup

<p>Greg DuPree</p>

Greg DuPree

Comforting fall flavors come together for this recipe that's ready in under an hour. Plus, it's pretty too.

Chicken, Sweet Potato, and Corn Slow-Cooker Chowder

Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

This chowder serves 10, which most likely means you'll have leftovers to enjoy the next day.

Classic Beef Chili

Greg DuPree
Greg DuPree

Our latest version of the classic fall favorite comes together in under one hour. For added pop, top with spicy jalapeños and crunchy radishes.

White Bean, Fennel, and Italian Sausage Soup with Parmesan Toasts

Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

This soup is filled with pantry staples and goes perfectly with a glass of your favorite red wine.

Chicken-and-Prosciutto Tortelloni Soup

Alison Miksch
Alison Miksch

Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy soup makes a delicious weeknight supper.

Classic Oyster Stew

Hector Sanchez
Hector Sanchez

There are countless versions of this classic stew, but we think you will enjoy this simple adaptation of the seasonal favorite.

Loaded Potato Soup

Photo: Johnny Autry
Photo: Johnny Autry

Serve this on a cold winter's day and top it with colorful and flavorful ingredients like crispy bacon, green onions, and shredded cheese.

Peanut-Pumpkin Stew with Hominy

Peter Frank Edwards; Prop Styling: Kendra Surface; Food Styling: Anna Hampton
Peter Frank Edwards; Prop Styling: Kendra Surface; Food Styling: Anna Hampton

Chef Ashleigh Shanti of Asheville, North Carolina, shared this rich stew recipe with us. Guests won't even realize this filling fall dish is vegetarian.

Slow-Cooker Turkey and Dumplings Soup

Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Our Test Kitchen's new favorite way to serve up leftovers after Thanksgiving? This "day-after dumplings" soup. It's so much more satisfying than a sandwich, y'all.

Coconut-Curry Butternut Squash Soup

Southern Living
Southern Living

Let our five-star reviewer convince you to make this recipe: "I took it to work for a birthday luncheon. People couldn't stop talking about the taste, so delicious. My boss took the leftovers home to his wife. She sent me an thank you e-card and wants the recipe!"

Navy Bean And Ham Soup

<p>Photo: Hector M. Sanchez</p>

Photo: Hector M. Sanchez

This soup just may be the easiest slow-cooker recipe you can find.

Slow-Cooker Brisket Chili

Hector M. Sanchez
Hector M. Sanchez

Set it and forget it. Enjoy the ball game, go shopping, or work in the yard. Return to the kitchen a few hours later to find a warm pot of flavorful brisket chili waiting for you and your family.

Ham-and-Bean Soup

<p>HECTOR MANUEL SANCHEZ; PROP STYLING: HEATHER CHADDUCK HILLEGAS; FOOD STYLING: TORIE COX</p>

HECTOR MANUEL SANCHEZ; PROP STYLING: HEATHER CHADDUCK HILLEGAS; FOOD STYLING: TORIE COX

Take a few minutes in the morning to throw the ingredients in your slow cooker, and dinner will be ready when you get home.

Hearty Beef and Freezer Veggie Soup

Greg DuPree
Greg DuPree

You get all the flavor of a slow-cooked beef and vegetable soup in just 40 minutes with this recipe.

Creamy Turnip Soup

Hector Manuel Sanchez
Hector Manuel Sanchez

This smooth soup is topped with bacon and sautéed turnip greens for an added flavor and texture punch.

Roasted Tomato Soup with Cheddar Cheese

Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Cindy Barr; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos
Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Cindy Barr; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

This hot tomato soup is best served on a cool fall day alongside a grilled cheese sandwich.

Italian-Style Turkey Meatball Soup

Photo: Hector Sanchez
Photo: Hector Sanchez

Using frozen turkey meatballs helps you put this tasty soup on the table in under an hour. Pair it with a loaf of crusty bread for a hearty meal.

Creamy Potato-and-Ham Hock Slow-Cooker Soup

Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Jennifer Causey; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

The ham hocks in this one-pot soup add rich and smoky flavor.

Chicken-And-Rice Soup With Mushrooms

We know chicken and wild rice pair well from our trusty chicken-and-wild rice casserole, and the addition of mushrooms makes this soup so flavorful.

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